Apocalypse Z : The Beginning of the End (Spanish: Apocalipsis Z : El principio del fin) is a 2024 Spanish zombie action thriller film directed by Carles Torrens from a screenplay by Ángel Agudo based on the novel by Manel Loureiro and starring Francisco Ortiz. Manel takes refuge at home with his cat, using his wits to survive. Soon, they’ll have to leave for food, looking for safe places on land and sea. Apocalypse Z : The Beginning of the End is a story of survival, both physical and emotional, with action, tension, a rabid infection... and a grumpy cat. Apocalypse Z : The Beginning of the End: Directed by Carles Torrens. With Francisco Ortiz, José María Yazpik, Berta Vázquez, Iria del Río. Manel is sheltering from a rabies-like disease which sweeps the planet, until he is forced to leave and meet unlikely but essential traveling companions. What Will Happen Next in Apocalypse Z ? Thankfully for fans itching to know what will happen next after Apocalypse Z 's shocking ending, there is some source material to dive into. The streaming zombie thriller is based on a book by Manel Loureiro, of which there are two sequels.