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The Resurrection of Zachary Wheeler 1971

★ 5.55 votes100 min📅 1971-11-30

"A secret government clinic of intrigue and murder, where men played for the highest of stakes - ETERNAL LIFE."

In *The Resurrection of Zachary Wheeler (1971)*, a powerful U.S. Senator survives a near-fatal car crash, only to find himself whisked away to a clandestine New Mexico lab where cutting-edge medical technology has resurrected the dead.

Director: Bob Wynn

Cast

Leslie Nielsen
Leslie Nielsen
Harry Walsh
Bradford Dillman
Bradford Dillman
Sen. Clayton Zachary Wheeler
James Daly
James Daly
Dr. Redding
Angie Dickinson
Angie Dickinson
Dr. Layle Johnson
Robert J. Wilke
Robert J. Wilke
Hugh Fielding
Jack Carter
Jack Carter
Dwight Chiles
Don Haggerty
Don Haggerty
Jake
Lew Brown
Collins
Tristram Coffin
Tristram Coffin
Dr. Keating
Richard Schuyler
Bates

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Resurrection of Zachary Wheeler (1971) about?

A U.S. Senator survives a car crash only to awaken in a secret military lab where a shadowy organization has perfected life-resurrection technology. As he struggles to regain his identity, a reporter probes his sudden disappearance, leading to a high-stakes investigation into the lab's sinister motives.

Who directed The Resurrection of Zachary Wheeler?

The film was directed by Bob Wynn, known for his work in mid-century sci-fi and thriller genres.

Who stars in The Resurrection of Zachary Wheeler?

The cast features Leslie Nielsen, Bradford Dillman, James Daly, Angie Dickinson, and Robert J. Wilke.

Is The Resurrection of Zachary Wheeler (1971) worth watching?

Though overlooked upon release, this '70s sci-fi mystery offers a compelling blend of conspiracy and moral dilemmas. Fans of vintage thrillers with a dash of the supernatural will find it a gratifying discovery.

How long is The Resurrection of Zachary Wheeler?

The film runs 100 minutes.

About The Resurrection of Zachary Wheeler (1971) — A Hidden Sci-Fi Thriller of Resurrection and Conspiracy

In *The Resurrection of Zachary Wheeler (1971)*, a powerful U.S. Senator survives a near-fatal car crash, only to find himself whisked away to a clandestine New Mexico lab where cutting-edge medical technology has resurrected the dead. Directed by Bob Wynn, this hidden-gem sci-fi thriller explores themes of immortality, government conspiracies, and the chilling cost of eternal life. With a moody atmosphere thick with intrigue and moral dilemmas, the film follows a tenacious reporter as he digs into the senator's disappearance, uncovering a web of secrets that could redefine humanity itself.

Leslie Nielsen and Angie Dickinson headline this forgotten gem, which blends mystery and sci-fi into a tense, paranoid narrative. As the senator grapples with his unnatural revival, ethical questions arise: What does the shadowy organization want in return for his second chance? And can anyone expose the truth before it's too late? *The Resurrection of Zachary Wheeler (1971)* is a gripping '70s sci-fi mystery that keeps viewers guessing until the final reel.