The Crazies

(1973)

In The Crazies (1973), a deadly manmade combat virus escapes containment, leading to chaos in a small Pennsylvania town. The military is called in to try and contain the virus, which causes death and permanent insanity in those infected. As the virus spreads and panic ensues, the townspeople are faced with difficult choices on how to survive. The government's attempts to control the situation result in a tense and suspenseful battle for survival as ordinary people are forced to confront the horrors of the virus and the military's ruthless containment efforts. With the town spiraling out of control, a small group of survivors must band together to outwit the military and find a way to escape the nightmare that has engulfed their community. The Crazies is a chilling and gripping thriller that explores the consequences of bio-warfare gone wrong, leaving audiences on the edge of their seats until the very end.