The Walking Dead

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Season 5
  • Network: AMC
  • Series Premiere Date: Oct 31, 2010
Season #: 11, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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7.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 909 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 86 out of 909
  3. Negative: 165 out of 909
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  1. jlplatten
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    Finally! No more drawn out story lines. Give us the good stuff without boring us to death. First 3 episodes have been superb, and I think the writers are finally getting it. More of the same, please!
  2. WhySoSerious54
    Sep 14, 2015
    10
    Best Season so far. Amazing character development and a deeper look into the emotions of the group as feelings begin to change regarding hope and survival. Yes the action a minute, no attention span, horrible comic book movie fans may disagree because face it, this series came from a comic book, but was made into a great character study with lots of new challenges to overcome. I love theBest Season so far. Amazing character development and a deeper look into the emotions of the group as feelings begin to change regarding hope and survival. Yes the action a minute, no attention span, horrible comic book movie fans may disagree because face it, this series came from a comic book, but was made into a great character study with lots of new challenges to overcome. I love the action, but the feelings of dread and the loss of hope captivate us, as each person gets to expand there acting chops a bit.… Expand
  3. Enforcer122
    Oct 14, 2014
    10
    Truly outstanding. Paced well, with explosive memorable moments mixed well with slow burning character and story developments. Can't wait to see what happens in the rest of the season so far!
  4. shaoran2
    Oct 13, 2014
    10
    AWSM the walking dead season 5 back with much more gore more walkers more drama, more accion . never leaves a surprise up his sleeve. This show is definitely the best thing on TV very realistic special effects and well maintained I do not want to miss this season also return to the city zombie infested
  5. ChrisOrthodox
    Oct 13, 2014
    10
    INCREDIBLE SEASON OPENING!!! I know that the season just started, but I must say that the writers really did listen to the fans this time (More action, more zombies, and more traveling). In my opinion, all seasons were good, but the second and third seasons had very little action and that is what made many fans upset. The fourth season was better and had a good cliff hanger. To me, thisINCREDIBLE SEASON OPENING!!! I know that the season just started, but I must say that the writers really did listen to the fans this time (More action, more zombies, and more traveling). In my opinion, all seasons were good, but the second and third seasons had very little action and that is what made many fans upset. The fourth season was better and had a good cliff hanger. To me, this was probably the best season opening ever and I really feel like the show is back at it's best. Looking forward to the next episodes.… Expand
  6. gaga4ever
    Oct 13, 2014
    10
    best season premier yet. great character development, great Gore scenes and it was just gut wrenching, perfectly written. it was just great.carol is a hero. it is going to be a top notch season
  7. motleycruefan
    Nov 2, 2014
    10
    Well, so far, this is my favorite ever. All of the episodes are GREAT!!! My favorite so far, was Slabtown. I look forward for the upcoming episodes. Great season so far! I suggest you start watching it.
  8. rjdude13
    Dec 2, 2014
    10
    The Walking Dead Season 5 is the best season of The Walking Dead to date. This show has affected me emotionally better than any show I've ever seen. The actors are some of the best I've ever seen too, this show deserves multiple Emmys and season 5 alone backs me up. I cannot wait for the return of the show in February. I give this season so far a 10/10.
  9. tiagobooz
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    The episodes 1 and 2 are full of dramatic and strong moments. The new characters like Bob, Gabriel and the canibal villains, contributes to a new way of drama.
  10. shishir2730
    Oct 15, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Season 5 is here. Which means more deaths, more walkers and more blood. This was one heck of a premier which was quite well balanced. It had action, blood, new walkers and emotions. I recommend to watch out for the "burning walkers". Well, I though the first half of the show will concentrate on the cannibalism line and Rick's survival instinct, but I was proved wrong as they escaped from the terminus in the first episode only. It is now evident that the storyline is different and the creators are up to something different. Will wait for the next episode.......… Expand
  11. JamesIrish68
    Sep 24, 2015
    10
    Walking Dead is one of the disliked popular shows with plenty of online critics who find fault. But its popular for a reason, its unpredictable, savage, uplifting and depressing in equal measure. Nobody's safe, no one can rest on their laurels and nobody is beyond reproach. Its also very brave and will go against the grain. Kids have been shot on this show, which breaks all the rules.ItWalking Dead is one of the disliked popular shows with plenty of online critics who find fault. But its popular for a reason, its unpredictable, savage, uplifting and depressing in equal measure. Nobody's safe, no one can rest on their laurels and nobody is beyond reproach. Its also very brave and will go against the grain. Kids have been shot on this show, which breaks all the rules.It isn't cheap either, detail is always paid to everything. Its compulsive and for me ideal binge. This show could go on for eons, and I hope it does.… Expand
  12. Rikkof
    Oct 13, 2014
    10
    I think this maybe the best episode i have seen so far not just from Walking Dead, but from all i have seen in my life, regarding TV shows.
    There is a PERFECT balance between human interaction, gore, zombie fight, love, emotions....i was standing on my feet at the end , tense like never before, but the last events brought me down to my knees...such good actors, unbelievable !!!!
    And the    I think this maybe the best episode i have seen so far not just from Walking Dead, but from all i have seen in my life, regarding TV shows.
    There is a PERFECT balance between human interaction, gore, zombie fight, love, emotions....i was standing on my feet at the end , tense like never before, but the last events brought me down to my knees...such good actors, unbelievable !!!!
    And the preview after the credits was just the too much already, a sincere THANK YOU for along time viewer !    … Expand
  13. dot_dot_space_
    Oct 22, 2014
    10
    The Walking Dead is a masterpiece. It's the best thing to have aired on television since Lost, which was somewhat disappointing towards the end. Everything about the show is amazing. This season's pilot was groundbreaking. Just watch it. It's better than Breaking Bad. End of review.
  14. lokeshbange
    Oct 13, 2014
    10
    best premier so far.excellent.......................................................................................................................................
  15. jenni7202
    Oct 15, 2014
    10
    Love love love Walking Dead. It's the only legit zombie show out there that keeps me reeled in no matter what. Even all the previous zombie movies have never been as good. Hope to see this one last a long time!
  16. khusidas21
    Oct 16, 2014
    10
    best bsest episode ever....better than any high rated show.....n walking dead never bores....it was fantabulous to see d gang back in action...kickass n terrific....this show is setting benchmarks dat no other show can match..bravo!!
  17. TheLastofUs5
    Oct 19, 2014
    10
    The show delivers such a feast even in its fifth season. It doesn't get tiring and it steps up its game with action packed gore, thematic resonance and horror movie inpired violence that creates the best episode the show has ever made. It has the best pacing of all episodes, having wrapped up Terminus in a single episode, with sweet reunions and wonderful character defining moments forThe show delivers such a feast even in its fifth season. It doesn't get tiring and it steps up its game with action packed gore, thematic resonance and horror movie inpired violence that creates the best episode the show has ever made. It has the best pacing of all episodes, having wrapped up Terminus in a single episode, with sweet reunions and wonderful character defining moments for Carol Peletier (Melissa McBride) and Rick Grimes (Andrew Lincoln) in particular. It leaves questions unanswered - to be answered - in a fresh season which is assuredly tighter than its previous ones.
    Following constant build-up to Terminus and a cliffhanger season 4 ending, there was no doubt it would deliver, but it still managed to surprise with its violence and gore. The show is maturing and hopefully AMC recognises this and allows them the F bombs it deserves. Gimple proves to be the best showrunner for the show, with a huge ensemble to carry 16 episodes and more fleshed out characters than ever before. Previous showrunner, Mazzara had sacrificed the development of certain characters in order to stir conflict between Rick and The Governor (David Morrissey) and struggled to handle new material to progress the show. This problem doesn't land with Gimple, who has a clear, steady arc for the 16 episodes. Last season was "How far are you willing to go to survive?" exemplified by Carol's actions last season. This season, we are aware it is "What do we become?". This season, with its 17 main chararacters will balance the hierarchy and define these people and so far, it's doing a wonderful job.    … Expand
  18. Kal-Hell
    Oct 19, 2014
    10
    Easily the best zombie themed show on television. I'm a fan of the comic who loved when Darabont and Nicotero got ahold of the property. Although it deviates from the comic(IE Daryl was created for TV) it still retains the graphic novels it's based on look and feel. If you haven't read the comic, do so, and make sure to get "All Out War" parts one and two on shelves now.
  19. metacritic3012
    Oct 24, 2014
    10
    OMG! one of the best shows on TV at the moment, blood, sweat and tears, this show has it all. Great story and acting. A job truly well done!!!!!!!!!!!
  20. Le__Xenomorph
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    The best season of The Walking Dead yet. Its increased blood and gore will please all zombie fans, like, me. The more involved story pleased me as well. Now to wait for the mid-season premiere!
  21. Nash13
    Dec 31, 2014
    10
    Being abit of a zombie movie fan i can get critical if they are not done right ... But the walking is one of the best overall shows on t.v . It went a bit weak in season but has been great since
  22. nvk1001
    May 25, 2015
    10
    I watched every episode over the space of 2 days and I got to say this is one of the best seasons of TV ive ever seen!! If I had watched it week by week with a mid season break I may have felt differently because of the slow pacing of some episodes. But on the whole Id still recommend this season to anyone. A great season of TV!!
  23. cpoverman2015
    May 25, 2015
    10
    this season started off fast but slowed down alot but redeemed itself at the 2 half of season 5 i cant wait for season 6. This so far is my favorite season yet Robert kirkman is a genius and so is the writing of the TV show.
  24. ouiph879g7w8gd6
    Nov 28, 2016
    10
    good Walking Dead is one of the disliked popular shows with plenty of online critics who find fault. But its popular for a reason, its unpredictable, savage, uplifting and depressing in equal measure. Nobody's safe, no one can rest on their laurels and nobody is beyond reproach. Its also very brave and will go against the grain. Kids have been shot on this show, which breaks all thegood Walking Dead is one of the disliked popular shows with plenty of online critics who find fault. But its popular for a reason, its unpredictable, savage, uplifting and depressing in equal measure. Nobody's safe, no one can rest on their laurels and nobody is beyond reproach. Its also very brave and will go against the grain. Kids have been shot on this show, which breaks all the rules.It isn't cheap either, detail is always paid to everything. Its compulsive and for me ideal binge. This show could go on for eons, and I hope it does.… Expand
  25. itsrobertsfam
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Season 5 of AMC's "The Walking Dead" tells a story of trust, betrayal, and suspicion as we see our heroes persevere through some of the darkest moments in the show's history.
  26. Dragonfly44
    May 6, 2018
    10
    This is the best season of The Walking Dead. For some reason, The Walking Dead keeps getting better but people continue to hate it for very minuscule parts. People hate this show because it is popular? It’s stupid if you think about it. This show isn’t Breaking Bad levels of good, but if you take it for what it is, it’s amazing.

    Rating - 96%
  27. TheQuietGamer
    Dec 2, 2014
    9
    The season started off the strongest it has been in a long time with some of the bloodiest, darkest, and most action packed and tense episodes the show has seen. Part of that is due to how closely it stuck to it's comic book roots. The show is at it's best when it focuses on having it's own take on the source material.

    However it didn't stay like that for long. We got a filler arc    The season started off the strongest it has been in a long time with some of the bloodiest, darkest, and most action packed and tense episodes the show has seen. Part of that is due to how closely it stuck to it's comic book roots. The show is at it's best when it focuses on having it's own take on the source material.

    However it didn't stay like that for long. We got a filler arc focusing on Beth being missing for a while. When that happened both the writing and the pacing took a hit. While weaker than it started off the season was still strong. I can't say the filler arc was great, but I was still invested in the characters and story.

    This first half of season 5 did have it's flaws thanks to the Beth arc, but it ended on a shocking note. It also promises a great second half. One that will go back to following the comics. It did take a hit in quality thanks to the filler, so I had to update my review and lower my score a bit, but overall I still loved this season and can't wait for the second-half.    … Expand
  28. Caste
    Oct 24, 2014
    9
    Finally we are going to see the real survivors unleashed :D
    I'm a fan of the comics and the show, so I'm really happy to see how the writers are putting some of the madness from the comics on the plot of this season, because we really needed it!
  29. JacksReviews
    Oct 12, 2014
    9
    The best season premiere since Season 1 - Scott M. Gimple is the best thing to happen to this show for a VERY long time. The last minute reveal is incredibly promising.
  30. francisrgo
    Oct 12, 2014
    9
    One of the best Season openers for the series. It had everything: suspense, action, drama and dark comedy. Just the first 4 minutes of the episode, audiences are catapulted to an intense battle and foreshadows what is more to come.
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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. New York Post
    Reviewed by: Elisabeth Vincentelli
    Oct 10, 2014
    75
    It’s swiftly paced, disgusting--lots of shots of walkers chomping on screaming faces--and puts down some much needed signposts for the rest of the season. Consider us still hooked.
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  2. Slant Magazine
    Reviewed by: Ed Gonzalez
    Oct 10, 2014
    75
    Right off the bat, this new season strongly hints that the series will continue to ruminate on primal sensations of fear and survival, but that it will be more content to allow action, as opposed to a plethora of argumentative moral debates, to speak to such existential matters.
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  3. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Patrick Kevin Day
    Oct 10, 2014
    70
    When death no longer holds the dread it once did, what's left is the fear of what life can become. And that is the boogeyman with which the characters must now wrestle.
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