How Do These Fictional Pandemics Compare to Our Own?

Films about widespread viruses, plagues, and diseases used to be categorized as "horror" or "fantasy," but they're hitting a lot closer to home these days. While there hasn't been a zombie invasion or an alien-borne pathogen (yet!!), COVID-19 has made us see pandemic movies in a whole new light. We took a look back at some standouts—yes, including Contagion—and compared those fictional universes to our own. Our conclusion? We either need a time machine or Brad Pitt to fix this. Or, you know, a vaccine could work too.