In the Picture: The Characters from "Shaun of the Dead"

“Shaun of the Dead” is one of the most hilarious and unforgettable movies ever made. This film is mainly so fantastic because of the genius script and its great characters.

Shaun
Played by: Simon Pegg
Shaun is a 29 year old man who manages an electrical goods store. He really has to grow up and learn to take some responsibility. Mainly in his relationship with Liz.

Ed
Played by: Nick Frost
Ed is Shaun’s best friend, he has no job and is extremely lazy. He came to his house a couple of years ago and just never left. Ed is maybe even more immature than Shaun, but he never judged Shaun and that’s why they are such good friends.

Liz
Played by: Kate Ashfield
Liz is Shaun’s girlfriend and she really wants him to change. She broke up with him because she wanted things to move on. Liz is sick of hanging out in the Winchester with Ed. She does love Shaun very much, but things need to change for her.

David
Played by: Dylan Moran
David is Dianne’s boyfriend but actually very in love with Liz. He has something to say about everything and doesn’t like Shaun at all. Somehow David isn’t happy with how things are going now, he always seems to be sure that others are having a better time than him. David feels excluded.

Dianne
Played by: Lucy Davis
Dianne is Liz’ best friend and has a relationship with David. She’s an actress, a bit odd but she means well. Dianne really wants to help and actually comes with the brilliant idea to act like zombies so that they won’t stand out. She knows that David is in love with Liz, but Dianne’s learned to live with it.

Barbara
Played by: Penelope Wilton
Barbara is Shaun’s mother. They don’t see each other much, but they have a good bond. Barbara is very caring, kind and cheerful.


Favorite Character: Ed