'The Curse Of The Buxom Strumpet': Judi Dench, Ian McKellan Set For 18th Century Zombie Film

Judi Dench and Ian McKellan are two of the finest actors of stage and screen of the 20th century, regal British nobility with careers that will stand the test of time -- and now headed back to the 1700's to fight a zombie outbreak.

The film industry knows no bounds in its enthusiasm for jumping on trends and re-making -- and re-making -- the same type of stories, catching even its finest performers in each of its waves. Including Oscar and BAFTA winners.

According to Screen Daily, Dench and McKellan are set to star in "The Curse of the Buxom Strumpet," the hilariously titled tale of a 18th century zombie outbreak in a British seaside town.

If it sounds familiar, the setup is similar to the best-selling book and upcoming film "Pride and Prejudice and Zombies," though the two are unrelated.

McKellan is currently shooting "The Hobbit," while Dench just finished "My Week With Marilyn" and "J. Edgar." She'll soon start work on "Bond 23."

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Comments

[Damone Williams]

07:36 PM on 05/19/2011

McKellEn. ;)

[playflute2]

03:27 PM on 05/19/2011

Love the idea of a zombie comedy with these two in the lead roles. Can't wait until it comes out.

[MeasleeMillion]

02:52 PM on 05/19/2011

Judi, you sexy old bird.

[Aabby]

02:37 PM on 05/19/2011

oh these two in macbeth ( 1978)! Dame Dench is so young in it. worth seeing.

[sockman]

02:31 PM on 05/19/2011

Both "top shelf" actors. Can't wait.

[rich3324]

02:06 PM on 05/19/2011

Well, if anyone can kill zombies with style, it's these two.

[tucsoncindy]

04:09 AM on 05/19/2011

Two of the greatest actors ... can't wait to see this movie.

[wellingtonian]

01:35 AM on 05/19/2011

Words cannot describe how awesome these two individuals are, I will definitely see them in a film together!

[redsongia]

09:15 PM on 05/18/2011

Love both of these hawt beeches!!!

[one tequila two tequila]

08:40 PM on 05/18/2011

Two of the best...
on this planet or any other

[fightandorflight]

08:37 PM on 05/18/2011

cool kats..like to see the aged still bringing it to the house

[Justin Werner]

06:40 PM on 05/18/2011

I would watch it for the title alone. But since it has two of my favorite screen actors, I'm sure I'll find it irresistible. I've liked Judy Dench ever since I first saw her bit part in 'A Room with A View'. And Ian McKellan, as an out gay actor, is a bit of an idol of mine. Very handsome older man, comfortable with himself, and seems to be completely down-to-earth, unlike the endless male divas of Hollywon't.

[joannie iv]

04:50 PM on 05/18/2011

no matter what these two fine actors star in it is always great entertainment Judi Dench is truly a master of her craft.

[brueso10]

04:12 PM on 05/18/2011

Can't wait!

[GeeBee]

04:00 PM on 05/18/2011

If Ian McKellen is so famous and well regarded, why can't you people spell his name correctly?