Plan 9 from Outer Space is a 1959 science fiction/horror film directed by Ed Wood. The film follows a group of aliens who attempt to stop humans from developing a powerful doomsday weapon by resurrecting the dead on Earth as mindless zombies. The aliens' plan is opposed by a group of humans, including a police officer and a pilot, who fight to stop the alien threat. The film is notable for its low budget, poor production values, and bizarre storyline, which has made it a classic example of "so-bad-it's-good" cinema. Despite being widely panned by critics upon its initial release, Plan 9 from Outer Space has since gained a cult following and is considered by some to be one of the worst films ever made.