Into the Badlands

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Season 1
  • Network: AMC
  • Series Premiere Date: Nov 15, 2015
Season #: 3, 2, 1
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8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 220 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 23 out of 220
  3. Negative: 15 out of 220
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  1. tigerskin84
    Jan 27, 2016
    8
    Nice show, lot of fights scenes and well made, cool characters. its a shame the first season is 6 chapters only but it lets you wanting for more in season 2
  2. horizonbts
    Jun 4, 2017
    9
    Wasn't sure what to expect on this series first time around. I am not a huge martial arts fan, but can only imagine those of you out there that are would love the well choreographed scenes. I think they are well over the top and the script that goes along with the show is over the top as well. I love the villain "Quinn" as he is one that you will love to hate. In an apocalyptic land heWasn't sure what to expect on this series first time around. I am not a huge martial arts fan, but can only imagine those of you out there that are would love the well choreographed scenes. I think they are well over the top and the script that goes along with the show is over the top as well. I love the villain "Quinn" as he is one that you will love to hate. In an apocalyptic land he is a Baron who rules a portion of land and is very evil and diabolical, in addition there are other barons such as the Black Widow who are equally as evil. Then you have the clippers who are assassin's and ordered by the baron's to kill at will. Sonny being Quinn's top clipper is a thrill to watch as he magnificent in his craft of martial arts! Also you have the teens who will thrill at the emergence of MK a good looking and well cast youngster who has a dark secret and starts emerging onto the scene when he is found by Sonny locked in a trunk. The show has a dark setting and the visuals are great to go along with a well written show and doubled with a great cast. Kudo's to AMC for this well crafted and rounded show, not just for the lovers of martial arts, but for anyone who enjoys an action packed serial.… Expand
  3. helohgomes
    Dec 7, 2015
    10
    Into The Badlands is one of the most entertaining shows on television! Maybe some elements of this show are basic, but, honestly, who cares? What's matter here is appreciate those amazing fights scenes, the great characters (specially the Widow, Tilda and Zypher) and follow a surrounding story with so much potential.
  4. mrmonster
    Nov 21, 2015
    9
    This show is being horribly underrated here. This show is only one episode in and has so much potential. The fight scenes are absolutely fantastic, probably the best I've seen on TV. The fight scenes are just as good as the fight scenes on Arrow. And the deep, rich story makes this an awesome show.
  5. IsaacG
    Nov 16, 2015
    9
    A good start.

    It goes without saying that the action sequences were great. The best I've seen on television and better than most mediocre martial films. If you are a fan of martial arts films, that alone should be enough to draw you into Into the Badlands. The fights were comparable to the good fights of Jet Li and Donnie Yen films. Daniel Wu has the chops as the leading man. My wife    A good start.

    It goes without saying that the action sequences were great. The best I've seen on television and better than most mediocre martial films. If you are a fan of martial arts films, that alone should be enough to draw you into Into the Badlands. The fights were comparable to the good fights of Jet Li and Donnie Yen films. Daniel Wu has the chops as the leading man.

    My wife and I were also really impressed with the beautiful and vibrant colors of the cinematography. We'll see where the story goes from here, its a fairly big conceit to have a future world with no guns, but I'm intrigued by where they are going from that starting point. We've got the set up for future battles between the various barons, but we'll also got hints of something greater beyond, so the Barons may end up just being a distraction. We'll have to see where the story goes from here.    … Expand
  6. Illier1
    Dec 6, 2015
    8
    Into the Badlands is a modern take on all those cheesy martial arts movies back in the 80s, and it a fairly enjoyable show to watch from what little being given to us.

    The show excels in the one thing it focuses on, the combat. While at times it may seem hilarious how many people 1 man can kill, that's kind of the point of the whole show. Characters jump, slash, and flip around the room    Into the Badlands is a modern take on all those cheesy martial arts movies back in the 80s, and it a fairly enjoyable show to watch from what little being given to us.

    The show excels in the one thing it focuses on, the combat. While at times it may seem hilarious how many people 1 man can kill, that's kind of the point of the whole show. Characters jump, slash, and flip around the room with a variety of blades, axes, and other ninja tools somehow found in the middle of what is obviously the Southern United States. It really seems like they know what they are doing in many cases and it rarely leaves me disappointed after a fight.

    Another nice aspect is the porduction value, this show really has some nice sets, combining the Wild West, Southern Plantation, and Steampunk-esque outfits together in a unique setting loosely based of Journey to the West (Sonny, the main character, is no doubt the Son Goku of this tale). Pretty much everything here is done with practical affects and is done well. I would complain that the few moments they do try to use anything other sometimes comes off a kind of ugly, but it's rare and can be blamed by the lower budget of a new show. All in all it's a pretty place to look at and see the characters kill and travel in.

    The show as of now is still a little weak on the story, however, this is only the first season and many of AMC's shows sometimes have slow bits in every season. Some characters seem a little out of place and do not feel as valued as some others. While some characters, like The Baron, are intimidating and interesting others, like various side characters and even the main character himself seem to be bland and cold. Of course this may just be how they were designed, they are ruthless killers after all, but I would really hope to see some character growth soon.

    All in all I say at least watch a few episodes and give them some support. This show has potential, and giving it time we may one day see this series really pull off some cool stuff.    … Expand
  7. SlyckNickChick
    Dec 31, 2015
    10
    Wow, love this show! Totally KICKS ASS all around, there is nothing else like it on T.V today. The only thing I'm disappointed about is that it only had six episodes for the first season and may not be renewed for a second, 'ARE YOU KIDDING ME'! Some of the negatives reviews and so called low ratings out there blow my mind and that's why I had to come on here and write something to stickWow, love this show! Totally KICKS ASS all around, there is nothing else like it on T.V today. The only thing I'm disappointed about is that it only had six episodes for the first season and may not be renewed for a second, 'ARE YOU KIDDING ME'! Some of the negatives reviews and so called low ratings out there blow my mind and that's why I had to come on here and write something to stick up for this series. People that are writing bad reviews are obviously not Marital Art fans, because if they were, they would not be talking **** about it. The fight scenes are awesome and could almost be compared to the movie 'IP Man' (Awesome Martial Arts Movie).
    The time slot maybe hurting the series ratings too. AMC has compared the ratings to The Walking Dead series which is not relevant, the plot and all around story is totally different, (switch the time slot with the Walking Dead, and let's see how the ratings do then!). Maybe if AMC would or could air 'Into The Badlands' after The Walking Dead is over for the season, this too would probably give the series a better chance at ratings. All I know for sure is it is really nice to have a totally different series out there that does not revolve around Crime Shows aka Cops!, there are way to many of those.    … Expand
  8. Neddy
    Dec 6, 2015
    10
    I have seen the first two episodes and I love it. Powerful story and great characters, well acted and I'm fascinated to see where it all goes. I watched on Amazon Prime while on free trial. It's practically a bonus if you're considering the Prime Trial.

    It feels deep and dark, mixed with brilliant martial arts action. When I looked at the store page for it I though "yeah yeah". I    I have seen the first two episodes and I love it. Powerful story and great characters, well acted and I'm fascinated to see where it all goes. I watched on Amazon Prime while on free trial. It's practically a bonus if you're considering the Prime Trial.

    It feels deep and dark, mixed with brilliant martial arts action. When I looked at the store page for it I though "yeah yeah". I watched the first episode and was hooked.    … Expand
  9. OVOsound
    Mar 15, 2017
    10
    The Fight scenes are like no other TV show I have scene. It sits just in front of Spartacus, as far as the Fighting and Action goes, and that's saying a lot considering its AMC. The storyline and characters could form into something Amazing, and the characters are all great!. I cannot wait for the new season in 3 days!
  10. 4Tifier
    Dec 18, 2015
    7
    "Into The Badlands" is like a multi-layered birthday cake. The layers are all the individual stories that are going on at once in the show, and the icing and sprinkles (and whatever else you put on a birthday cake) are the fighting scenes!

    The only problem is; all the layers of cake are completely different flavors! As a result, the show just doesn't work out and some of the stories get    "Into The Badlands" is like a multi-layered birthday cake. The layers are all the individual stories that are going on at once in the show, and the icing and sprinkles (and whatever else you put on a birthday cake) are the fighting scenes!

    The only problem is; all the layers of cake are completely different flavors! As a result, the show just doesn't work out and some of the stories get lost within other stories or they just go by completely un-noticed. AMC just doesn't know what to do with this show, so they're making it overly complicated hoping that something becomes successful. But in reality, they're just making a show with an okay story but is more worth watching for the fighting scenes.    … Expand
  11. TNT2015
    Dec 21, 2015
    10
    Really really hoping for a season 2 and many more! We really enjoyed the story and all the awesome action on the show if cancelled it will a big let down to all the fans. Everyone I know watches Into The Badlands and We Love Into The Badlands ! We've been waiting for a show like this with all the mixed martial arts and Great Action Scenes for a very long time and hope there will be moreReally really hoping for a season 2 and many more! We really enjoyed the story and all the awesome action on the show if cancelled it will a big let down to all the fans. Everyone I know watches Into The Badlands and We Love Into The Badlands ! We've been waiting for a show like this with all the mixed martial arts and Great Action Scenes for a very long time and hope there will be more seasons of Into The Badlands!!! There's not any show like this or been like this so why would anyone want to cancel the show! I know a lot of females who also watch the show so it's not just a show for men it's for females to. My Husband and his friends love the show so it's a show for everyone. People I work with and my husband works with and my friends and family love the show Into The Badlands. I hear people at the stores even talking about how much they love the show Into The Badlands and wish there was more episodes in season 1 and already can't wait for season 2 and how great the show Into The Badlands is. My Husband and I literally double checks the DVR so we don't miss IntoThe Badlands. I'm writing this comment for my husband and friends and family who love Into The Badlands. This show actually got my family closer together now when Into The Badlands came on my whole family came over to watch it!!!!!!! So please have more seasons of Into The Badlands!!!!!!! We love this show. It has the best action scenes and acting we've seen especially on a tv series so great job on picking the actors and actresses and stunt doubles also.… Expand
  12. Tabarnacul
    Mar 14, 2017
    10
    it's been a long time since i have seen a show that awesome, in the 6 episode i shouted a lot of " WHAAAAT "
    1- for the sick battle move, these are not classic battle scene, there is a lot of impressive move that make you think about matrix
    2- the plot, the story is amazing, you dont know what is out there, if there is something. the feeling make me think about attack on titan, there is    it's been a long time since i have seen a show that awesome, in the 6 episode i shouted a lot of " WHAAAAT "
    1- for the sick battle move, these are not classic battle scene, there is a lot of impressive move that make you think about matrix
    2- the plot, the story is amazing, you dont know what is out there, if there is something. the feeling make me think about attack on titan, there is a lot of mysteries.
    3-the characters , they are all awesome, they are all bad guys , it depend about how you look at it.
    4- the villan, they are SO bad ass , this is amazing, they look amazing, everything they say is important.

    anyway sorry for my english, i just HAD to come here to rate it 10.
    can't wait for season 2.    … Expand
  13. djbone93
    Dec 4, 2015
    9
    if you like martial arts with swords you have to love the show. This is the first real martial art show. The story is not fantastic but pleasant. I'm hoping for other seasons
  14. MrVandemar
    Dec 27, 2015
    9
    This is just fun. Great acting by Daniel Wu. Even if you do not like the story, the martial arts scenes are worth watching it. But there is way more than that. Go for it.
  15. Kaleani
    Dec 13, 2015
    9
    I saw the first three episodes and so far, I love the show. I love martial arts so it must be the main reason. I also like the actors and acting, I think it is well done and they are believable. The show also offer a level of suspense which makes you want to keep watching...what is this mysterious other land..out there?
  16. WolrdWarWeasel
    Dec 30, 2015
    9
    This show is an incredible breath of fresh air! The action, the world, the lore, and the characters are all supremely interesting. If you like badass kung fu fights and a dash of political intrigue, check it out! PLEASE GIVE US A SEASON 2!!
  17. rick999
    Jan 13, 2016
    10
    awesome show. o recommend the show for everyone mostly if you watch tv a lot you should give it a shot + cant wait for the next season. to sum it all up: sunny+ mk+ all characters/into the badlands= 100 (:
  18. viewer911
    May 15, 2016
    10
    action packed exciting fantasy. great casting and intriguing plot. Why do we have to wait until 2017 for next season!!! Seasons are getting shorter and shorter for good shows and now wait period for return of next season too? what is going on
  19. Peabarter
    Mar 27, 2017
    8
    I'm 2/3 through season 1 and see great potential. They need to incorporate at least 3 well choreographed fight scenes per episode. Like any series, they are slowly incorporating characters into the mix. I'm happy to see Daniel Wu in the lead role and have always liked Marton Csokas since 1st seeing him in the Hercules and Xena Warrior Princess Series.
  20. zorilla
    Nov 30, 2015
    8
    Love these reviewers. Overall a great show, action, a story line, better than 90% of the junk on tv. The same reviewers who don't like it are the same ones who would pan most of the popular action movies as not being artsy enough and wouldn't sully themselves with anything the masses would like. Still in its infancy but if you generally like action it is worth a look. I'm not claiming itLove these reviewers. Overall a great show, action, a story line, better than 90% of the junk on tv. The same reviewers who don't like it are the same ones who would pan most of the popular action movies as not being artsy enough and wouldn't sully themselves with anything the masses would like. Still in its infancy but if you generally like action it is worth a look. I'm not claiming it is world class acting or story telling but intriguing enough to keep me watching to see where it all goes.… Expand
  21. mostric
    Dec 23, 2015
    10
    AMC guys are GREAT! Into the the badlands is one of the best series I can see now. Cast is just wonderful! Daniel Wu, Marton Csokas, Orla Brady, Oliver Stark, Stephen Lang, Lance Henriksen and others you are great! Decorations and locations are exquisite. This series must see the future!
  22. Acehundred
    Feb 21, 2016
    10
    I love this show it's great please don't cancel itt. Can't wait for season two. the Kung Fu is exciting it's exaggerated but not over exaggerated......
  23. ep3tuning
    Jan 15, 2016
    10
    the fight choreography in this show is AMAZING! if you thought Daredevil was good, this beats it. Nothing on TV or netflix or amazon has a better fight choreography than this show. They better renew it for another season or I'm going to go nuts.
  24. disobedientlib
    Apr 4, 2017
    9
    If you can get beyond some of the sillier aspects of this show's plot lines and setting, and it's penchant for cliched dialogue, it's pure kickass kung fu fun.
  25. mosuket
    Jan 9, 2016
    9
    Really like to see, that someone did such purpose - to create a martial art-oriented series. With fights so nice, and color scheme so bright. Very good show and I really enjoyed not only fights, but as well it's twisted and complex plot. Of course there is a few plot holes, and a few strange decisions, but still it's wonderful.

    Hope AMC will prolong it for the next season.
  26. heronz
    Dec 7, 2015
    8
    Overall its very entertaining for what it is. and for that I would rate it as an 8, good production value, choreography, and semi coherent story. what keeps it from being perfect are some of the cartoony one-dimensional characters... but this is after episode 2. so there is still time for development.
  27. Bertoflyingfox
    Nov 16, 2015
    7
    The plotting and characterization has a lot of growing to do, but the fight choreography is really well done. And that's where it counts for a show trying to bring back the feeling of "Kung Fu".

    I'm sticking around to see where the setting and main characters go. Loved Sunny's short sword.
  28. jim_taltontish
    May 7, 2017
    9
    This is the kind of show that would have been on the Sci-Fi channel of yore. It has a decent enough budget to depict events with a satisfying luster. It displays the swordplay elements of Kill Bill, style of Firefly, and mystique of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. While it doesn't rise to the heights of any of those aforementioned masterpieces in each category, it combines theirThis is the kind of show that would have been on the Sci-Fi channel of yore. It has a decent enough budget to depict events with a satisfying luster. It displays the swordplay elements of Kill Bill, style of Firefly, and mystique of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. While it doesn't rise to the heights of any of those aforementioned masterpieces in each category, it combines their strengths to present a compelling and thoroughly engrossing experience. Love, love, love this show.… Expand
  29. reviews4ash
    Dec 3, 2015
    9
    This is such an awesome show and seems to be very much underrated on this and many sites. Is it the best story ever - not by a long shot. But is it better than so much of the retread mindless drivel that seems to find its way onto our screens every year - yes!

    The first thing I thought of while I was watching this was Quentin Tarantino doing a TV show, because it just reminded me of    This is such an awesome show and seems to be very much underrated on this and many sites. Is it the best story ever - not by a long shot. But is it better than so much of the retread mindless drivel that seems to find its way onto our screens every year - yes!

    The first thing I thought of while I was watching this was Quentin Tarantino doing a TV show, because it just reminded me of his kind of over the top action from Kill Bill. By no means is this a bad thing the fight scenes are by far some of the best I've seen outside action movies. Which is saying a lot cause I thought Daredevil really set the bar high for a TV series.

    For the people who are saying that storytelling was lacking - I find that most shows lack real story in their first show or two. It does take some time to build the background of the world, which they have started to do. I understand there are a very limited amount of shows in the season, but I have a simple rule for most new shows that I start - I call it the three episode rule. If a show does not get good in three episodes then I drop it. For a show like Into the Badlands it has to hit faster since there are a limited number of shows, I knew after the pilot I would like the series.    … Expand
  30. walkereklaw
    Dec 6, 2015
    9
    was reluctant to watch at first, previews seemed to concentrate on fight scenes, but after watching first episode, then two, then three . . . now hooked on the characters and story line. anticipating the next episodes.
  31. ih8sharts
    Dec 21, 2015
    9
    Into The Badlands is a breath of fresh air compared to Network television. The cinematography is superb and the fight scenes are well choreographed and the plot has limitless potential.
    I hope season 2 will have more than 6 episodes.
  32. skim123
    Dec 23, 2015
    7
    I think the critics were a bit too harsh on this show. It has kind of a "Mad Max"/Quentin Tarantino feel to it, meaning it takes place in this sort of over-the-top, stylized reality. If you can go along with that stylized reality, it's a fun show to watch. I guess my only complaint is that I wish some of the actors were a bit more likable. Aramis Knight, who plays M.K. is the typicalI think the critics were a bit too harsh on this show. It has kind of a "Mad Max"/Quentin Tarantino feel to it, meaning it takes place in this sort of over-the-top, stylized reality. If you can go along with that stylized reality, it's a fun show to watch. I guess my only complaint is that I wish some of the actors were a bit more likable. Aramis Knight, who plays M.K. is the typical "generic teen actor" who lacks charisma. Marton Csokas, who plays the main villain is also a bit boring...kind of just a generic, cartoonish villain. But most of the other actors in this show are pretty compelling and their storylines are holding my attention (notably Orla Brady, Sarah Bolger, Madeleine Mantock, Ally Ioannides, and Stephen Lang).… Expand
  33. JAX85
    Apr 12, 2019
    10
    Best Martial art - post apocalypse series !!! This serie is awesome , all characters are awesome , story is awesome , all locations are awesome !!!
  34. DrVenture
    Dec 5, 2015
    7
    Interesting story so far, acting isn't outstanding and the fighting is completely unrealistic, little over the top and hokey. But most people have never seen a real fight and if they are lucky they never will. Anyone else notice the Widow Lives at a Country Club, in one scene you can see a well groomed fairway, a manicured green and several well kept sand bunkers in the back ground. BetInteresting story so far, acting isn't outstanding and the fighting is completely unrealistic, little over the top and hokey. But most people have never seen a real fight and if they are lucky they never will. Anyone else notice the Widow Lives at a Country Club, in one scene you can see a well groomed fairway, a manicured green and several well kept sand bunkers in the back ground. Bet there is also a really wonderful like with swans too. Do they not realize that if you have the tools and equipment to keep 1940's vintage cars running, you can also make guns? Bombs, rockets, mines, light aircraft, so on and so forth?
    I'll keep watching as long as the Widow is around, she gives me a chubby.    … Expand
  35. skaz001
    Jun 8, 2018
    10
    Great show. If you love action, great acting, an excellent storyline and have an appreciation for the martial arts, this is the show for you. I noticed that "users" rate this show a 8.1 vs "pro-reviews". Every week they pack in Jackie Chan quality fight scenes! Excellent show.
  36. TheThinker_1958
    Apr 22, 2018
    10
    I'm catching up with Season 2. This show is one of the best shows I'm watching. The fights are the best I know. The characters are all strong ones. I hope to see many more seasons.
    I wouldn't trust the rating on Rotten Tomatoes that much. They are giving The Orville 21% while the public is giving them 93%.

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Metascore
54

Mixed or average reviews - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 29
  3. Negative: 1 out of 29
  1. TV Guide Magazine
    Reviewed by: Matt Roush
    Nov 19, 2015
    40
    For all of the impressive whirling, gouging and slashing acrobatics on display in Badlands, the action often feels strangely inert. Whether badass male or kickass female, these combatants tend to be joyless, expressionless ciphers. [23 Nov - 6 Dec 2015, p.14]
  2. Philadelphia Inquirer
    Reviewed by: Tirdad Derakhshani
    Nov 16, 2015
    70
    Yes, it's riddled with comic-book clichés. True, the dialogue is out of a Cracker Jack box, and most of its characters have less dimension than cardboard cutouts. But I'm a sucker for well-choreographed kung fu films. And Badlands--a Mad Max-ian postapocalyptic kung fu western that costars Emily Beecham as a killer beauty--has some wonderfully wigged-out fight scenes.
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  3. New York Magazine (Vulture)
    Reviewed by: Matt Zoller Seitz
    Nov 16, 2015
    40
    The problem is that at no point during the first couple of episodes does the show truly come alive as a drama about actual people inhabiting a convincing fictional space. It doesn't pulse with life, as any series defined mainly through its actions ought to. And when action does happen, it's disappointingly personality-free.
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