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The only thing more fatal than the virus... is the cure!

2024 · 86 min · ★ 5.3 · Horror

With the world gripped by a deadly pandemic, science denier Glenn Rollins turns to an experimental vaccine as treatment for a lingering sickness. Much to the surprise of his doctor, wife, and friends, the remedy immediately fixes what ails him. But Glenn will soon discover the only thing more fatal than the virus... is the cure.

Directed by J.R. Bookwalter · Written by James L. Edwards

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James L. Edwards Glenn Rollins
Drew Fortier Jack Murray
Floyd Ewing Jr. Chief Tom Danvers
Tina Krause Janelle Rollins
Sasha Graham Dr. Fisher
Brinke Stevens Mrs. Jackson
Tim Novotny Officer D'Angelo
Wendy Zier Trina Denardo
Tom Hoover Chet
Michael Todd
Scott P. Plummer
David Bachmeier Subject 37

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