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. 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!
  2. 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.
  3. TheZeroPercent
    Aug 23, 2015
    10
    I was a lil bumbled that they were gonna 'milk' the franchise. I knew the new show would be 'good' based on critic reviews. Honestly, the show kinda blew my mind a little. Solid acting, excellent atmosphere(Cali-style), fresh take. It is a 10 for me.
  4. 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
  5. I_loveTVnMovies
    Aug 23, 2015
    10
    I think it was GreaT! I don't get the people comments, specially when we know that "Fear the Walking Dead" is THE BEGINNING. In fact, I wasn't expecting to see a zombie in the first episode; but I think what we saw was enough. I really liked the characters with their family issues. And I also liked the tone and mood of the pilot. I liked a lot of things from it, specially the video thatI think it was GreaT! I don't get the people comments, specially when we know that "Fear the Walking Dead" is THE BEGINNING. In fact, I wasn't expecting to see a zombie in the first episode; but I think what we saw was enough. I really liked the characters with their family issues. And I also liked the tone and mood of the pilot. I liked a lot of things from it, specially the video that goes "viral" on-line. It seems to me that the fear at the beginning will be more like a PARANOIA without people knowing what it is really going on. They will feel exactly like the boy when he woke up and he thought he was hallucinatinG. It seems to me that is good spin-off and it will give us lots of answers. The connections are already there : )… Expand
  6. VieRus8u
    Aug 23, 2015
    10
    Zombies, Death, tearing of flesh....and running in fear....I hope this movie has the same life span as the original show.

    I will be watching this every week without fail.
  7. 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
  8. skaven75
    Oct 1, 2015
    10
    I really like the show FTWD and I see this tv show as completely separated from TWD.

    FTWD is not TWD and we shouldn't compare them. I'm sick of people comparing the 2 shows.

    I like Z Nation, TWD, FTWD, Dexter, Breaking Bad, Gotham and many others.

    I don't watch tv shows that I dislike to hate them. What's the point?
  9. 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
  10. daddyhalo
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    I hope the people in charge read this. Good shows need TRULY loyal fans. Do you get married after the first date? No, For The kind of fans that can knock this one out of the park, you need to give the fans a chance to fall in love with the show and its characters. You got a winner here. You just need to promote it right and to allow the fans to fall in love with the show.Yeah I knowI hope the people in charge read this. Good shows need TRULY loyal fans. Do you get married after the first date? No, For The kind of fans that can knock this one out of the park, you need to give the fans a chance to fall in love with the show and its characters. You got a winner here. You just need to promote it right and to allow the fans to fall in love with the show.Yeah I know SpinOffs are hard but it really does bring the WALKING DEAD TV show and the graphic novel together. Come on, Look at history. the show CHEERS was almost cancelled after each of its first two seasons. Then on season three the ratings start going up. By the 4th it was a hit. "Those who do not learn from history's mistakes are destined to repeat them".… Expand
  11. OmgKyleMe3kHD
    Jan 4, 2017
    10
    My review going be about TV show Fear Of The Walking dead the first season started on august 16th 2016 first episode season 1 this how it began There's a sign of the apocalypse in Los Angeles, where reports of a strange flu and the disappearance of people underscore this gritty drama, a prequel to AMC's uber-popular "Walking Dead." The story of the mysterious outbreak and itsMy review going be about TV show Fear Of The Walking dead the first season started on august 16th 2016 first episode season 1 this how it began There's a sign of the apocalypse in Los Angeles, where reports of a strange flu and the disappearance of people underscore this gritty drama, a prequel to AMC's uber-popular "Walking Dead." The story of the mysterious outbreak and its ramifications are told through the lens of high school guidance counsellor Madison Clark and English teacher Travis Manawa. Widowed mother Madison is raising two children single-handedly but has recently found love with Travis, who maintains a relationship with his ex-wife and resentful son while trying to become a father to Madison's children. The challenge of blending their families is exacerbated by unforeseen chaos, and a necessary survival of the fittest takes hold. The Clarks and Manawa’s must reinvent themselves, or embrace their darker histories. `
    The second season received mostly mixed reviews from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, the season has a rating of 71%, based on 26 reviews, whose average rating is 6.6/10. The site's critical consensus reads, "Fear the Walking Dead sets sail in its sophomore season with an intriguing backdrop that doesn't always disguise its deficiencies in comparison to its predecessor On Meteoritic, the season has a score of 54 out of 100, based on 12 critics, indicating "mixed or average reviews
    December 2014, the first four starring roles were cast: Kim Dickens as Madison, the female lead; Cliff Curtis as Travis Manawa, the male lead; Frank Dillan as Nick; and Alycia Denham-Carey as Alicia. In April and May, 2015, Elizabeth Rodriguez and Mercedes Mason were announced as series regulars, both in unknown roles.    … Expand
  12. WildnOutAdvntr
    Apr 30, 2018
    10
    The series had a bit of a slow start and it was hard to find characters to root for but season 4 has just started and we're more committed now than ever to these characters and their stories!
  13. kassianom
    Jan 10, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Temporada Incrível! Uma série que contou o início sem muito enrolação!… Expand
  14. 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
  15. 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.
  16. 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
  17. PoeticDumpling
    Dec 21, 2015
    9
    Much better than I expected from a spin-off. Intense and builds suspense well. I still enjoy the original and now this one delivers, as well. Looking forward to S2.
  18. 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.
  19. 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
  20. 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
  21. csgott
    Aug 24, 2015
    9
    I've been a fan since the beginning and I was a little weary about this spin off. After watching it though I got to say I was glad to see that the starting point is 180 degrees in the opposite direction from The Walking Dead (TWD). One down point I felt was that there might be to much meat into the story. But considering how little we actually knew about any of the characters in TWDI've been a fan since the beginning and I was a little weary about this spin off. After watching it though I got to say I was glad to see that the starting point is 180 degrees in the opposite direction from The Walking Dead (TWD). One down point I felt was that there might be to much meat into the story. But considering how little we actually knew about any of the characters in TWD starting off it could just be a feeling. I enjoy that we are actually getting a bigger sense of who these people are and what their personalities are like before all the chaos begins. The characters are definitely relatable in many ways to the real world. I see a lot of connections, though I also see a lot of questions. I for one want to know more about the kid who brought the knife. He seems to know something but nobody is giving him the time. That's probably just a crumb but its one that should be followed up on. He seems like he knows more than he's really telling. The dad is a pretty cool guy, the sister seems like a bit of a **** but she's a teen so that's typical. The son well.. I kinda feel like I'm watching Slater from Dazed and Confused but he's strung and how he reacts and the end of the show also tells me that there's more to this character that has yet to be revealed. The mother seems like somebody who is just trying to manage the situation rather then letting it hit her so she can deal with it. I appreciate the fact that it started out slow because you got to see where the cracks in everything began to show up. Their world appears to be on a train that has left the station and picking up speed to the ultimate chaos that follows. I can't wait to see what happens next week.… Expand
  22. 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....
  23. vgmkyle
    Aug 30, 2015
    9
    I was hooked as soon as it started. It's nice to switch to a new atmosphere, it's nice to see that maybe the virus can be explained; the talent chosen for this spin-off is great! The story is well-paced, and more action will balance that out in following episodes.
  24. 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
  25. 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!
  26. 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.
  27. MulattoGrande
    Feb 26, 2016
    9
    The existing reviews turned me off from watching this show when it first came out, but I've recently found the time to give it a shot... Perhaps it was my lowered expectations, but four episodes in, I have to admit that the show has grown on me. For a concept that is easy to write off as a cash-grab, this spin-off will pleasantly surprise those with a keen sense and appreciation ofThe existing reviews turned me off from watching this show when it first came out, but I've recently found the time to give it a shot... Perhaps it was my lowered expectations, but four episodes in, I have to admit that the show has grown on me. For a concept that is easy to write off as a cash-grab, this spin-off will pleasantly surprise those with a keen sense and appreciation of nuance.

    Fear the Walking Dead shares the high production values, ominous pacing, and heavy, brooding existentialism of the original show. It does not, however, feel like a carbon copy in a different setting, which had been my original assumption and fear. I find it amusing that some critics pan the characters for their questionable behavior and sometimes petty politics, because I have to wonder how some viewers can overlook the obvious nature of these sort of design choices.

    As promised by the producers, this is a horror-drama set an entire country apart from the original show, but it may as well be a different world all-together. The suburban sprawl is a fresh deviation from the original show's woodland settings, and the west coast setting only further highlights the differences in attitude and mentality between this cast and the last. We're not following the stories of grizzled combat-vets like Rick, Michonne, and Daryl, because that's what the original show is for. Fear the Walking Dead instead offers interesting and fresh dynamics between an extended family whose relationships had already been troubled prior to the decay of civilization.

    It's not so much the threat of impending death or the search for safety that drives this show, but rather, the anxiety of panic and uncertainty. Of course, both shows will overlap with some similar themes, but their primary focus is different enough to make this new series feel fresh. Rather than being a show focused on man versus nature, this show focuses on the conflict of man versus man.

    While we have yet to see how the show will evolve over time, it's exciting to contemplate how it evolves, and how the producers will continue to keep it from feeling like the original.    … Expand
  28. MphsTom
    Jul 15, 2017
    9
    It's actually getting better with each episode. I wish they could have stayed on the yacht and just gone all over the world showing us how the zombies are taking over. Strong female lead.
  29. SeenNotScene
    Aug 23, 2015
    8
    I love this pilot mainly because it reminds us of fear which is the title. We're used to the survivors who have had to do some of the worst things in order to survive, this is a chance to create a show based on the fear of losing everything rather than based on source material. Everyone who wants to immediately hate the show because it's another cash grab shut up. Robert Kirkman has theI love this pilot mainly because it reminds us of fear which is the title. We're used to the survivors who have had to do some of the worst things in order to survive, this is a chance to create a show based on the fear of losing everything rather than based on source material. Everyone who wants to immediately hate the show because it's another cash grab shut up. Robert Kirkman has the ability to create another side of his universe. Let's let him do it.… Expand
  30. 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
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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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