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Best Netflix shows: The Walking Dead

Developed by Frank Darabont

Cast: Andrew Lincoln, Jon Bernthal, Sarah Wayne Callies, Laurie Holden, Jeffrey DeMunn, Steven Yeun, Chandler Riggs, Norman Reedus, Iron E. Singleton, Melissa McBride

Based on the graphic novels of the same name, The Walking Dead, the television series quickly became one of the top shows in America because of its suspenseful storytelling, graphic violence, and, of course, the real stars of show, ZOMBIES.

After the zombie apocalypse, Rick Grimes, a former sheriff’s deputy, wakes up in the hospital to a world very different from when he was shot on the job. Rick searches for his family while fighting to survive.

Over time, the show evolves and new characters enter the mix as old characters are bitten by the zombies.

Throughout the years, The Walking Dead has struggled to be consistent, especially after Frank Darabont left the show after the second season.

There’s obviously a formula for creating compelling TV, but it’s different for every show. Once the show finds something that works, it’s important to keep hitting that vein. It’s working for a reason. Oftentimes, when a show reaches a certain point, writers and the creative minds behind the show start to mess around with different stylistic choices that don’t really fit the tone of the show. That’s exactly what The Walking Dead is struggling with lately, especially the fifth season.

From a critical perspective, the show never received stellar reviews across the board. However, some critics were able to see the show for what it was: a show about zombies.

Every season of The Walking Dead is streaming on Netflix.

The Walking Dead season 11 will be the final season of the series.