Colony is a marginal departure from your classic zombie flick. While intelligently written, there's not a lot on offer here, aside from a zombie hive mind proposition, that distinguishes this outbreak zombie horror disaster drama from others in the genre. That's not to say it's not worth a look if you like this kind of…
8.2/10Horror · Action · Science Fiction
Colony
“Survive the hive.”
- 2026
- 2h 03m
- R
- KO
- Released
The story
What Colony is about
Professor Se-jeong is thrust into a bloody nightmare when a rapidly mutating virus is released during a biotech conference causing authorities to seal the facility. Trapped inside with no escape, Se-jeong along with a small group of survivors must fight to stay alive while the infected undergo horrific transformations.
Colony is a horror, action and science fiction film from 2026, directed by Yeon Sang-ho. It runs 2h 03m and is rated R in the US. It was produced by Wow Point, Smilegate Entertainment and Midnight Studio, with production in South Korea.
The main cast is led by Gianna Jun, Koo Kyo-hwan, Ji Chang-wook, Kim Shin-rock. The screenplay was written by Yeon Sang-ho, Choi Gyu-seok. Reported worldwide gross stands at $53.1M.
Why it matters: Colony currently holds 8.2/10 from 1519 TMDB user ratings and has taken $53.1M worldwide against a $12.0M budget. Figures move as more ratings and box-office updates arrive.
Editor’s note
Should you watch Colony?
Colony is best suited to an atmospheric night in with the lights low. At 2h 03m, it is a standard feature length. The draw is Gianna Jun and Koo Kyo-hwan, directed by Yeon Sang-ho.
1,519 TMDB users have rated it 8.2/10. That is a solid sample, though scores can still move as more people watch.
TMDB tags the film with themes including zombie, vaccine, curious and disturbed.
The US certification is R: restricted: it contains material intended for adults, including strong language or violence.
If you like this, try Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City, Godzilla Minus Zero or Inception.
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Who is in it
Colony cast
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Behind the camera
Direction and crew
DirectorYeon Sang-ho
WritersYeon Sang-ho, Choi Gyu-seok
ProducersKim Yeon-ho
MusicChae Min-ju
CinematographyByun Bong-sun
EditingHan Mi-yeon
Audience reaction
Ratings and reviews
8.2/101519 ratings
Colony sits at 8.2 out of 10 from 1519 user ratings. For context, the film's worldwide gross is $53.1M.
Scores show TMDB user ratings at the time of publishing and shift as new votes arrive.
This is another great example of how Koreans understand zombie movies. Just like with Train to Busan this movie does something interesting with the concept rather than just repeat the tropes we have already seen. There is a great deal of urgency in this movie and the actors and directors pull this off very well. The ef…
The facts
Colony key details
| Original title | Colony |
|---|---|
| Status | Released |
| Release date | July 10, 2026 |
| Runtime | 2h 03m |
| Certification | R in United States, 15 in United Kingdom, A in India |
| Original language | KO |
| Spoken languages | Korean |
| Country | South Korea |
| Budget | $12.0M |
| Worldwide gross | $53.1M |
| Studios | Wow Point, Smilegate Entertainment, Midnight Studio |
| Also known as | Gunche, Grove, ยึดร่างคลั่ง |
Release information
Release dates by country
| Country | Date | Cert |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Jul 10, 2026 | R |
| United Kingdom | Aug 27, 2026 | 15 |
| India | Jun 19, 2026 | A |
| Canada | Jul 29, 2026 | NR |
| Australia | Jun 4, 2026 | MA 15+ |
| Argentina | Sep 3, 2026 | +13 |
| Austria | Sep 25, 2026 | NR |
| BH | Aug 27, 2026 | NR |
| Brazil | Oct 1, 2026 | 16 |
| Chile | Sep 3, 2026 | 14 |
Official trailer for Colony, via Well Go USA Entertainment. Open on YouTube
Quick answers
Frequently asked questions
Who directed Colony?
Colony was directed by Yeon Sang-ho.
Who is in the cast of Colony?
The main cast includes Gianna Jun, Koo Kyo-hwan, Ji Chang-wook, Kim Shin-rock, Shin Hyun-been.
How long is Colony?
Colony runs 2h 03m.
When was Colony released?
It was released in the United States on July 10, 2026. Release dates vary by country — see the table above.
What is Colony rated?
Certification depends on the country: R in United States, 15 in United Kingdom, A in India. Always check your local rating before watching with family.
Where can I watch Colony online?
Availability changes by region and by week. The table above lists the streaming, rental and purchase services reported for major markets. Check the provider page for today's price and quality.
Can I watch Colony in HD or 4K?
Most digital stores offer Colony in HD, and newer releases are often available in 4K. Check the quality label on the provider's page before you pay.
How much did Colony earn?
Reported worldwide gross is $53.1M against a budget of $12.0M. Box office figures update over time.
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At a glance: Colony runs 2h 03m, opened in US cinemas on July 10, 2026, has 25 licensed options across 4 regions tracked here.