Apocalypse Z: New World Tops Prime Video in 28 Territories
The Spanish zombie sequel premiered on Prime Video on October 30 and ranks No. 1 in 28 territories, though it has not reached the top spot in the U.S.
Updated on Nov. 2, 2026 in Foreign
Apocalypse Z: New World premiered on Prime Video on October 30 and became the No. 1 film in 28 territories, according to FlixPatrol. The sequel to Apocalypse Z: The Beginning of the End did not reach the top spot in the United States, where Ali G: Who Iz I? holds the position.
Why it matters
The film's international chart position signals strong early demand for the Spanish-language zombie franchise on a major streaming platform. Its release one day before Halloween aligns the premiere with a seasonal audience for genre content.
FlixPatrol chart data places the film at No. 1 in 28 territories on Prime Video, while the original 2024 film ran 119 minutes. Streaming figures beyond chart position have not been disclosed, and the film's overall commercial performance remains unmeasured.
The players
Prime Video
Amazon's streaming service, which distributed the film to subscribers in 28 territories where it ranks No. 1.
Manel Loureiro
The Spanish author whose novels serve as the basis for the Apocalypse Z film series.
Carles Torrens
The director of Apocalypse Z: New World, who also helmed the franchise's first installment.
The details
Set after Europe's last refuge is established following the outbreak of the TSJ virus, the film follows a special mission sent to the mainland to gather vital supplies. Roberto joins the team with questionable intentions. Directed by Carles Torrens from a script by Ángel Agudo and based on Manel Loureiro's novels, the sequel shifts to an ensemble cast.
Timeline
October 10: Apocalypse Z: New World premiered at the Sitges Film Festival.
October 30: The film premiered on Prime Video.
October 31: The film was released one day before Halloween.
Franchise Trajectory
The sequel follows the 2024 premiere of Apocalypse Z: The Beginning of the End on Prime Video, and its ensemble structure marks a departure from the first film's narrower focus. Its strong international chart performance continues the franchise's appeal to streaming audiences outside the United States.
Subscribers to Prime Video in the 28 territories where the film ranks No. 1 can stream Apocalypse Z: New World on the platform. The film is available to watch through the Prime Video service without a separate theatrical release in those markets.
The takeaway
Strong chart positions for non-English genre films on global streaming platforms show that international titles can draw large audiences without a U.S. theatrical run. Viewers interested in the franchise can start with the 2024 original before watching the sequel.
Further reading
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