The movie 'The Crazies', a horror film directed by Breck Eisner, was officially released.
Principal photography for 'The Crazies' took place, marking the production phase of the film.
The announcement of the remake of the 1973 film 'The Crazies' was made, beginning development of the new movie.
An explosion occurs at the nearby Troadup Chemical plant, beginning the spread of the viral contamination.
Jerry is infected by the virus after the explosion, becoming one of the first to show symptoms of the crazies.
Jerry kills his wife in a violent outburst, marking the first known violent act by an infected individual.
Sheriff David Dutton begins investigating the strange behavior and disappearances in Ogden Marsh.
The military imposes a quarantine on the town to contain the viral outbreak and begins rounding up infected citizens.
David is arrested by military personnel but manages to escape, becoming a fugitive and trying to protect his family.
David and fellow survivor Becca Harper fight to keep their families safe from infected townspeople and military forces.
David confronts the infected and military forces in a decisive battle at the fire station to save the remaining survivors.
