The Alien Dead (1980)

Plot

A meteor crash-lands on a houseboat in a southern swamp, unleashing chaos on a town filled with Yankees sporting phony accents. The houseboat's occupants transform into zombies, initially preying on the local alligator population. As these creatures deplete their food source, they turn their hunger towards the townsfolk. In the midst of the horror, a local scientist races against time to uncover the mystery behind the strange disappearances plaguing the community. Tension escalates as the threat looms ever closer, blending dark comedy with a chilling tale of survival.