Andrew Phung, an eight-time Canadian Screen Award winner, stars and produces Quentin Lee’s upcoming horror-comedy ‘Curse of Undead’, where he plays Pancho Dang.
In a significant development for the horror-comedy genre, Andrew Phung, known for his roles in Kim’s Convenience and Run the Burbs, has joined Quentin Lee’s upcoming film Curse of Undead as both star and producer. This announcement was reported by Variety on September 22, 2026.
In Curse of Undead, Phung takes on the role of Pancho Dang, a struggling Canadian filmmaker who finds himself battling a zombie outbreak that has been unleashed by a Filipino sorcerer. The film is a Canada-Philippines co-production, creating a unique blend of cultural narratives within its horror themes. This intriguing premise promises to engage audiences with both humor and horror.
The screenplay for Curse of Undead is co-written by Lee and Grady Hendrix, a New York Times bestselling author recognized for his novels like My Best Friend's Exorcism and How to Sell a Haunted House. The long development history associated with the project is highlighted by Roger Garcia, former executive director of the Hong Kong International Film Festival, who serves as executive producer. Garcia has been working with Lee on developing this screenplay for over a decade.
The collaboration between Lee and Phung began when they first met at the 2024 Canadian Screen Awards, where Lee's co-produced comedy special, Comedy Invasion, achieved notable success. Their shared vision for Curse of Undead materialized as Lee and co-producer Cindy Au Yeung restructured the film into a co-production between Canada and the Philippines. Phung has expressed enthusiasm about the project, confirming that the script resonated with him as the type of movie he has always wanted to make, combining bold elements with innovative storytelling.
Given Phung’s success and beloved status as a comedic actor, his involvement in Curse of Undead is likely to draw significant attention. His transition into a producer role reflects a growing trend where actors take on multiple facets in production, potentially increasing the film’s appeal among diverse audiences.
Curse of Undead is expected to commence production in winter 2027, with full financing and production efforts led by Phung, Lee, and Au Yeung through their company, Margin Films Ltd., based in British Columbia. The synergy among the creative team positions the film as a potentially innovative entry into the zombie comedy genre, while also serving to bridge cultural storytelling from different backgrounds.
As production gears up, more details about the film and its progression are anticipated. With Phung at the helm as both protagonist and producer, the film is set to bring a fresh take to the horror-comedy landscape. The eventual release of Curse of Undead could reflect broader trends in multicultural collaborations in film, offering audiences a new perspective within established genres.
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