Fear the Walking Dead

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Season 1
  • Network: AMC
  • Series Premiere Date: Aug 23, 2015
Season #: 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, 1
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  1. HarlanSaysSo
    Sep 1, 2015
    9
    I am a huge Walking Dead fan. It's funny because I only gave it a try because there was nothing else on T.V..and it became such and engrossing part of my television watching habits. Sundays are just not the same without it. When it is on hiatus, I just get saddened by how long I have to wait to continue the journey with the characters that I have grown to love. So, when I found out aboutI am a huge Walking Dead fan. It's funny because I only gave it a try because there was nothing else on T.V..and it became such and engrossing part of my television watching habits. Sundays are just not the same without it. When it is on hiatus, I just get saddened by how long I have to wait to continue the journey with the characters that I have grown to love. So, when I found out about this show and how it was going to be a different direction from the first, I immediately felt the urge to give it a try and not be so skeptical. That horror T.V can work. I am very happy to say that this show definitely pulls it's own weight. What I love most about this show is the different angle in which it is playing. The Walking Dead focuses on survival, whereas Fear the Walking Dead focuses on infection, and the outbreak which started it all, and how people are coming to terms with the chaos that is caused from it. It works. Very well. Because it becomes terrifying in a sense that WE as a viewer know what has happened and how to deal with certain scenarios or situations, but seeing as these characters are in the midst of the outbreak and not the aftermath, they are more vulnerable and oblivious to the dangers and how to face them effectively. And since this is the beginning of the outbreak, the zombies are more "fresh" and not so obvious of what they truly are, which heightens the intensity of the situations that occur on hand .The characters are all portrayed very well and the city is a welcome atmosphere as opposed to the countryside. People who are complaining about not having enough zombies are just ignorant to the fact that they just want the horror part of the story. That is just one part of it . There is a story being told and I am glad that the shows producers are not forgetting that. I would definitely give this show a chance. So far its a great opening to what we have come to know of this Universe and I am very eager to see where they take it . Bravo.… Expand
  2. doctor_robot
    Sep 2, 2015
    8
    much better than expected. looking forward to future episodes. frank dillane is someone to keep an eye out for. the show is a slow building burn, and i like that.
  3. JohnnyV2
    Sep 4, 2015
    7
    It's a real shame that most people rate shows on a "0 or 10" scale. Most of the complaining I hear about this show stem from people wanting it to be more like TWD. If you'd like to see something that is not TWD, but exists in the same universe--I think that's called a "spin-off"--then this show is that. Different places, different faces. Some of the characters make dumb choices, some areIt's a real shame that most people rate shows on a "0 or 10" scale. Most of the complaining I hear about this show stem from people wanting it to be more like TWD. If you'd like to see something that is not TWD, but exists in the same universe--I think that's called a "spin-off"--then this show is that. Different places, different faces. Some of the characters make dumb choices, some are boring, and some are annoying. Viewers really seem to hate "realism" despite always screaming for it.

    It's not perfect. I could gripe about the things I don't like, but they are minor when compared to the fact that I'm really enjoying watching how things progressed while Rick was in a coma. It offers nothing in the way of explaining the zombies (that's a good thing), but is showing really well how panic and mobs of humans actually paved the way for zombies to swoop right in and eat everyone.

    If you want to enjoy this show, turn off your silly expectations about it being like TWD, and just watch while convincingly-real and flawed humans deal with a fast-moving crisis that no one seems to understand. It's easy for viewers to forget that these new characters don't have years of experience in the zombie world, so it just looks like some weird virus that makes people crazy and hard to kill.    … Expand
  4. WJS
    Oct 4, 2015
    8
    Interesting premise that's kind of redundant because it isn't that much different than the original "Walking Dead". It is well acted and has some decent direction, although one can't help but wonder what would happen if the characters from the two series happen to eventually meet?
  5. Nikola
    Sep 25, 2015
    8
    Serija "Fear the Walking Dead" je na moje veliko iznenađenje, prevazišla moja očekivanja.
    Priznajem da sam bio skeptik u vezi ove serije.
    Ovu seriju svakako treba gledati, potpuno odvojeno od njene spin-off serije "The Walking Dead". Mislim da je ovih 4 epizode koliko ih je emitovano do ovog trenutka, pokazalo da će nam druga sezona doneti nadamo se još bolju priču, jer ova sezona će    Serija "Fear the Walking Dead" je na moje veliko iznenađenje, prevazišla moja očekivanja.
    Priznajem da sam bio skeptik u vezi ove serije.
    Ovu seriju svakako treba gledati, potpuno odvojeno od njene spin-off serije "The Walking Dead".
    Mislim da je ovih 4 epizode koliko ih je emitovano do ovog trenutka, pokazalo da će nam druga sezona doneti nadamo se još bolju priču, jer ova sezona će se sastojati od samo šest epizoda.
    Ukoliko bih već upoređivao TWD i FTWD, mislim da je ova serija na nivou prve dve sezone TWD, a bolja od svake sledeće sezone.    … Expand
  6. Bo33y
    Sep 24, 2015
    7
    The series has grown as it progresses. Although arguably it started very shaky from castings who aren't particularly credible and the first pilot episode went about it wrong. Druggies who were having zombie fits was absolutely hilarious, knowing how quick they can turn.

    The show's underlining horror theme tends to be more profound when the antagonist isn't some kind of cattle to be    The series has grown as it progresses. Although arguably it started very shaky from castings who aren't particularly credible and the first pilot episode went about it wrong. Druggies who were having zombie fits was absolutely hilarious, knowing how quick they can turn.

    The show's underlining horror theme tends to be more profound when the antagonist isn't some kind of cattle to be exploited, into how many more they can kill each episode in attempts to outbid their previous. Heck we can place odds on how many more will get slaughtered in each Walking Dead episode. A show that has lost some of it's way on who, or what the antagonist is.

    I agree that this series needs all kind of improvement, the concept is some where out there, yet to be quite found, but it needs more to compete. I.E in the riot I want to see a riot from the rioters POV, not some supposed heroes in their bunker. pretending to be scared. Nobody should is bulletproof in the zombie apocalypse, please shock me, all men must die. If the militray starts making prison camps I want to see oppression. I want to see them shoot certain escapees, I want to see them violently restrain, possibly gun butting, forcing those people away, because they are as scared, but are more powerful. I want to see hysteria, panic, fear, blood and gore. I know they think that they are slowly building up, trying not to give much away., stretching out their air time. However this show will always be predictable, in order to combat that, throw more shocking terrifying horror in, not just some moody drama, or some supposedly horrific backgrounds. This from anything upon the start was always gonna be chesse.

    I'll put a green light because I want this show to improve, despite of all of it's shakiness, making me cringe for fast-forwarding. I may bite these words, if all this show does is try to copy and paste, or just pretend..    … Expand
  7. cheinric
    Sep 17, 2015
    9
    a good beginning and I hope it moves along quickly and does not drag too much; I say a good beginning because the original show never gave us that beginning!
  8. MrWonderful
    Sep 19, 2015
    8
    FtWD is much better than I was expecting it to be when the side project was first announced. Good cast, great ambience, and the looming dread of it all knowing what's to come from viewing the parent series for the last 5 seasons. Good stuff.
  9. brockcheese
    Aug 25, 2015
    7
    This show is still very good although it cannot even come close to comparing with the original. One problem is the lack of zombie action as it is still occuring.
  10. TheQuietGamer
    Sep 27, 2015
    9
    A spin-off that takes to the start of the zombie apocalypse. As a result this premiere season is a different beast than it's parent series, and not just because it follows a completely different cast of characters.

    Given that the zombie apocalypse is just kicking off at the start of this show, the actual number of zombie encounters is limited. The focus is more on drama rather than    A spin-off that takes to the start of the zombie apocalypse. As a result this premiere season is a different beast than it's parent series, and not just because it follows a completely different cast of characters.

    Given that the zombie apocalypse is just kicking off at the start of this show, the actual number of zombie encounters is limited. The focus is more on drama rather than action. Here we get to watch the characters struggle as the world around them falls apart and they try to understand what is happening. It's tense in a different way. The drama and characters are well-written, even if stupid decisions are made from time to time.

    The show looks fantastic. It's got darker lighting all around which gives it a more gothic feel. The zombies look amazing. The lack of decomposition makes them even creepier.

    Walking Dead fans can take pleasure in a new chapter in this expanded universe and my fellow zombie fanatics can enjoy a story that takes place at the very start of it all. If you can forgive the typical goofy moments in the writing carrying over from the parent show as well as more of a focus on drama, then this is another Walking Dead show to enjoy.    … Expand
  11. roinujrino
    Aug 25, 2015
    7
    Well, even it did not reach the quality expexted, Fear the Walking Dead is solid, and the pilot leaves the promisse of a good season. I believe the series can and will grow in the next years.
  12. thugchamp
    Aug 31, 2015
    10
    Amazing character development so far, not so much meaningless action as TWD first episodes but hey thats TWD is for. Personally I prefer the approach this show is taking over just people you dont even know getting eaten all over the place. Also, Im sure we can expect plenty of that as the series builds and gets further into the breakout. 10/10
  13. ZenMaste
    Sep 28, 2015
    8
    I don't understand how anyone can give this show below 5. The actors they chose for the main roles fit the characters perfectly. No this story is not as action filled but it is not supposed to be. It's all in the "Fear" aspect of the title. This show illustrates perfectly some real life fears and different emotional states at different levels that people would go through if somethingI don't understand how anyone can give this show below 5. The actors they chose for the main roles fit the characters perfectly. No this story is not as action filled but it is not supposed to be. It's all in the "Fear" aspect of the title. This show illustrates perfectly some real life fears and different emotional states at different levels that people would go through if something like this were to ever happen for real. If you went in expecting this to be Rick and Daryl type bad-arses killing zombies and taking control then you missed the whole point and premise behind this shot. Is this as good as the original show? No of course not, but nothing is. That doesn't change the fact that this is a damn great show and very enjoyable.… Expand
  14. WillCole
    Sep 19, 2015
    9
    I am a huge fan of 'The Walking Dead', and originally when I found out AMC where creating a new TV series I was a bit weary on what to expect. However, my expectations were greatly exceeded and 'Fear TWD' is amazing. It has an amazing cast and it keeps you completely indulged the entire time. It has the same drama and horror as TWD but keeps it different at the same time. These first threeI am a huge fan of 'The Walking Dead', and originally when I found out AMC where creating a new TV series I was a bit weary on what to expect. However, my expectations were greatly exceeded and 'Fear TWD' is amazing. It has an amazing cast and it keeps you completely indulged the entire time. It has the same drama and horror as TWD but keeps it different at the same time. These first three episodes are the start of what I think could be something fantastic. This show is a must watch.… Expand
  15. 05TheReviewer
    Sep 8, 2015
    7
    Very good like they said slow in the beginning and the mains isn't there. wfwfwfweffJIAWDFHGRYWHNREGEUHFHFUHWEFUWEFUWGYHWHFWUEHFUWEFHUHGUHWUHGGWUHGUWRHGU {Just to get 150 characters XD}
  16. Geekcrux
    Oct 17, 2015
    8
    These are different personalities than the original series. They are in a different part of the US. I hated the original characters from TWD, but I loved the setting. Until every episode was in the woods, forever. This is a nice change of scenery with new characters.

    I think many people are upset because they wanted this show to be all action and zombies, but realistically, this show    These are different personalities than the original series. They are in a different part of the US. I hated the original characters from TWD, but I loved the setting. Until every episode was in the woods, forever. This is a nice change of scenery with new characters.

    I think many people are upset because they wanted this show to be all action and zombies, but realistically, this show will probably revolve around humans and society falling into ruin as they try to survive. Yeah, zombies everywhere, but they are in a more densely populated area. There will be more conflict between survivors and people holding onto a civilization that no longer exists.

    This show is exactly what I was expecting it would be.    … Expand
  17. Quinny202
    Aug 26, 2015
    7
    Fear The Walking Dead's slow pace may put off fans of the main show, but overall manages to keep you wanting more with its interesting narrative that places you in the early days of the initial outbreak.
  18. LEDMAN
    Aug 27, 2015
    7
    I want to see the writers substantiate the origin of "the zombies" and why the walking dead must live on the blood of humans and not other mammals. We all know civilization collapses so why not invest some time in building upon the collapse? It certainly is scary enough to see such a disease spread through crack houses and perhaps the "fear" could be directed in a humanitarian view as aI want to see the writers substantiate the origin of "the zombies" and why the walking dead must live on the blood of humans and not other mammals. We all know civilization collapses so why not invest some time in building upon the collapse? It certainly is scary enough to see such a disease spread through crack houses and perhaps the "fear" could be directed in a humanitarian view as a deterrent to drug abuse. It would certainly scare some people strait just seeing this.

    However, I'm tired of seeing Los Angels and New York City as the setting for all TV and Motion picture productions and found the original series setting in the south great and refreshing in general. Most likely a pandemic would more likely originate in Areas of high population density and without adequate infrastructure. Those that experienced and survived super storm Katrina know all too well what happens when civilization collapses.

    Sifting through the horror, guts, and blood, the opportunity presents itself to expand on how well FEMA is prepared to step in and hopefully slow down the collapse so we can see how well all the preppers living off grid will manage.    … Expand
  19. Harurei
    Sep 18, 2015
    9
    Fear The Walking é um seriado de terror que tem como prioridade desenvolver o seu roteiro. O que muitas pessoas sem inteligencia descrevem como "lento". Nessa série vemos como tudo começou, como as pessoas reagiram ao inicio do apocalipse zumbi. A trama segue 3 famílias, todas unidas por algum motivo, e com diferentes culturas/dramas a serem explorados.
  20. 53bload53
    Aug 28, 2015
    10
    I honestly wasn't expecting much of this spin off, I thought it was just gonna be a low-quality copy cad of the actual show directed by a bunch of kidos.

    My mind is completely blown at how good the 1st episode was, it really has the feeling the actual show has and they did really good in making up an interesting story to follow. Can't wait for episode 2.
  21. IvanCortez
    Aug 24, 2015
    8
    with a slow star but a really good end, the first episode of "fear the walking dead" star a series that look very good. Good acting specially from Frank Dillane
  22. jlplatten
    Aug 24, 2015
    9
    This show is off to a great start. A spin-off show shouldn't be more of the same, rather it should provide a different and unique perspective on the universe they created. This does exactly that. People that love the zombie genre just to watch the living hack away at the dead, will not like this show. People that love the zombie genre because they're intrigued by the psychological impact aThis show is off to a great start. A spin-off show shouldn't be more of the same, rather it should provide a different and unique perspective on the universe they created. This does exactly that. People that love the zombie genre just to watch the living hack away at the dead, will not like this show. People that love the zombie genre because they're intrigued by the psychological impact a zombie outbreak would have on society, this show is right up your alley. By the end of the first episode, you see the first signs of an outbreak, and some characters really questioning if what they're seeing is real. It makes you think what people would do if this really happened, and that's what makes this show special so far. It feels real. Relatable. So far I like the main characters, which are played very well by the cast so far. I'm already drawn in and can't wait for the next episode.… Expand
  23. Popcultures
    Aug 24, 2015
    10
    Contrary to most of the other reviews, I liked the show! All the "little things" add plenty of atmosphere and really builds up the whole zombie factor. It's a little weird that people are seeing the zombies firsthand and aren't... Y'know getting ready for an apocalypse, I mean if it really happened, grocery store and malls would already be empty people would be insanely paranoid.

    All    Contrary to most of the other reviews, I liked the show! All the "little things" add plenty of atmosphere and really builds up the whole zombie factor. It's a little weird that people are seeing the zombies firsthand and aren't... Y'know getting ready for an apocalypse, I mean if it really happened, grocery store and malls would already be empty people would be insanely paranoid.

    All and all I still liked it and it wasn't trying to be exactly like the original show, it's unique in its own way.    … Expand
  24. chuckvw
    Aug 28, 2015
    9
    I think the slow burn really works. The LA locales are shot expertly, and the production values are excellent across the board. The cast is also strong. I liked the occasional ominous shot of the hazy LA skyline. Nice foreshadowing!

    I'm looking forward to seeing how the show unfolds.
  25. Knighthawk81
    Aug 24, 2015
    7
    It takes a little bit to build a world and invest in characters. That work is even more difficult if the audience knows what's coming and the characters don't. Such is the fate that befalls "Fear The Walking Dead," the prequel/spin-off series to "The Walking Dead." As an audience, we know the mysterious virus is real, as is the danger. But these people living in sunny Southern CaliforniaIt takes a little bit to build a world and invest in characters. That work is even more difficult if the audience knows what's coming and the characters don't. Such is the fate that befalls "Fear The Walking Dead," the prequel/spin-off series to "The Walking Dead." As an audience, we know the mysterious virus is real, as is the danger. But these people living in sunny Southern California don't. With this show there is work being done to build up characters, something that's been a criticism of critics when reviewing "The Walking Dead." But that results in a pilot that is a little slow. I have faith this will turn into an engrossing series, but you have to give it time.… Expand
  26. manwe7
    Aug 31, 2015
    9
    Thisshowblows needs to go get his blowing quota in as he's an idiot if he didn't like the second episode. You know there is a thing called character building that they have to do to start the show off, which they did and moved on. THe second episode had me on the edge of my chair as things are building up and the drama is tense.
  27. Kreso
    Aug 30, 2015
    9
    Very good. It starts slow, but based that it's just the start of the outbreak this is normal...cast is good, setting is great and I'm just sorry there is 6 episodes this year....
  28. Hollyyyy09
    Aug 31, 2015
    9
    There is a lot of promise and great moments in the first two episodes. The second episode is stronger than the first so hopefully it should just keep getting better and better! A lot of people are complaining that the first one doesn't have enough walkers. However, the show is not a carbon copy of the Walking Dead. It is set in the same universe and one day, will look the same. However,There is a lot of promise and great moments in the first two episodes. The second episode is stronger than the first so hopefully it should just keep getting better and better! A lot of people are complaining that the first one doesn't have enough walkers. However, the show is not a carbon copy of the Walking Dead. It is set in the same universe and one day, will look the same. However, Fear is exploring the early days. There has to be family drama and normality before everything goes to hell! You cannot expect the first episode of Fear to be just like the first episode of the Walking Dead. There isn't that many zombies yet. It is just stupid to expect otherwise. The second episode picks up the pace a bit and was very good! A couple of the characters were a bit annoying at the beginning. However, trying to find rational explanations is what we would all do. Frank Dillane is the breakout star for me!… Expand
  29. DanniBoi
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    So far the expectancy of this series will be a 10 for me, this has a unique perspective from the original TWD we all know of and most of us are already tired of seeing the same thing over and over, but yet we still watch it non the less.

    The development is new show is so slow, and more slow that the previous installment from the feel of this "plot" (and that is good!) Because it will    So far the expectancy of this series will be a 10 for me, this has a unique perspective from the original TWD we all know of and most of us are already tired of seeing the same thing over and over, but yet we still watch it non the less.

    The development is new show is so slow, and more slow that the previous installment from the feel of this "plot" (and that is good!) Because it will take us in a journey to understand and be more interested in the characters.

    And of course it is intensive, because is building the "hype" / "excitement" for the moment we all waiting for, the zombie break trough. But as we go there, we get to know and love or hate each of the main characters and so forth as we continue down that road, but yet doing it in a slow sensitive manner by tangling us, the viewers, in this interesting slow phase perspective and life of this families in which is building a few new interesting premises from what we know already. So each of this characters that we still do not know nothing about, but yet we still know the obvious reasons of each one.

    Something new and different from the previous installment (as I mention) it is for sure a great and a different intensive new cool experience and perspective from this "beforemath" soon to be a "aftermath"    … Expand
  30. Ekras
    Aug 24, 2015
    10
    Even better than the original series (which is hard to beat). It's intentionally slow to give viewers time to relate with the characters before they are plunged into the apocalypse. Great acting, great directing, great story. This is by far the best Zombie-Genre show on TV right now. Here's hoping its success breeds more Zombie series!
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Metascore
66

Generally favorable reviews - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 33
  3. Negative: 0 out of 33
  1. St. Louis Post-Dispatch
    Reviewed by: Gail Pennington
    Aug 24, 2015
    75
    Fear the Walking Dead is heavy on spooky atmosphere and light on zombies (they’ll be known as “infected,” not walkers, we’re told) in the early going.
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  2. The Wrap
    Reviewed by: Ned Ehrbar
    Aug 24, 2015
    80
    Fear the Walking Dead pulls off a great feat in prequel land: using that nagging sense of inevitability to its advantage. It shouldn’t work, but it totally does.
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  3. Philadelphia Inquirer
    Reviewed by: Tirdad Derakhshani
    Aug 24, 2015
    80
    Fear the Walking Dead is a wonderfully refreshing reboot that reminds viewers of the exciting, moving, and dramatic potential The Walking Dead had in its first season - a potential the show has all but squandered.
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