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Season 5 – The Walking Dead

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Based on the comic book series written by Robert Kirkman, this gritty drama portrays life in the months and years that follow a zombie apocalypse. A group of survivors travel in search of safety and security, constantly on the move in search of a secure home. But the pressure each day to stay alive sends many in the group to the deepest depths of human cruelty, and they soon discover that the overwhelming fear of the survivors can be more deadly than the zombies walking among them. At times, the interpersonal conflicts present a greater threat to their continuing survival than the walkers that roam the country.
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The Walking Dead — Season 5

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Critics Consensus

Thanks to a liberal dose of propulsive, bloody action and enough compelling character moments to reward longtime fans, The Walking Dead's fifth season continues to deliver top-notch entertainment.

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Lori Rackl Chicago Sun-Times Nov 3, 2014
The season five opener wastes no time turning up the tension to 11. If it's a sign of things to come, we're in for a great season. Go to Full Review Alex Straker Independent (UK) Oct 21, 2014
Every instance of true sentiment is balanced with moments of horror. Go to Full Review David Sims The Atlantic Oct 20, 2014
The show's fifth season seems much more propulsive, setting up new plots and then moving through them with surprising haste. Go to Full Review Kelechi Ehenulo Confessions From A Geek Mind Jul 16, 2020
4/5
Hands down - this has been the best season of The Walking Dead. Go to Full Review Poppy-Jay Palmer SciFiNow Sep 28, 2015
4/5
The shockers are still as good as they ever were. Go to Full Review Jeff Beck The Blu Spot Aug 24, 2015
2.5/5
The Walking Dead: The Complete Fifth Season represents a major step down for a show that had seemingly finally figured out what it was missing. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Faelin S @FaelinSeungKoon Oct 17, 2026 Rick’s family can finally settle down, yet the community’s leader lacks the competence to keep the settlement safe. See more Victor G @RT61657720 Oct 15, 2026 It was at its peak here, there's not much to say, perfect. See more vineet P @RT31890730 Jun 17, 2026 Best season of the show. See more Okal J @RT21961939 Jun 10, 2026 Greatest show of all time. Characters are fine, acting is fire, cinematography is fire, and it touches on a lot of intense topics throughout the show. I feel like this show deserves a way higher rating and that yall are voting low just cause you’re upset that your favorite characters got killed. Get over it, it’s a show about zombies, people are gonna die, its okay, and it doesn’t mean you should shit on the entire show. I also love fear the walking dead and the walking dead dead city, this was a great show. I watched it when I was a young kid and rewatched it a while back, I’m rewatching fear the walking dead currently, and will watch the walking dead after. See more Stephen C @bob25009 Jun 1, 2026 16 successful AMC episodes. Rated TV-MA for Crude Indecent Language (L) and Graphic Violence (V). See more Raquel E @raquelea Dec 28, 2025 A season that weaves grief into the story while maintaining momentum and action. See more Read all reviews
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Greg Nicotero

Director

Michael E. Satrazemis

Director

David Boyd

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Ernest Dickerson

Director

Jeffrey F. January

Director

Larysa Kondracki

Director

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Oct 12, 2014 No Sanctuary The true motives of the Terminans come to light when Rick and the others end up in a vulnerable situation. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 19, 2014 Strangers Rick leads a risky mission for a possible small reward when the supplies run low and the group's mistrust of people grows. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 26, 2014 Four Walls and a Roof Rick and the others find themselves pitted against a nasty group but may have a plan to gain the upper hand. Details Episode 4 Aired Nov 2, 2014 Slabtown Another group of survivors is introduced, and although things appear safe and nice, there is a bit of a dark side. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 9, 2014 Self Help The group must contend with a new set of issues while out on a mission, and must push through to survive. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 16, 2014 Consumed Stakes are high when members of the group must go on a heroic rescue mission in a previously known location. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 23, 2014 Crossed The group is spread thin with some members holding down the church and the others on a rescue mission. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 30, 2014 Coda New enemies disregard rules and morals; although Rick wants to find a peaceful agreement, the enemies seem to prefer a more violent resolution. Details Episode 9 Aired Feb 8, 2015 What Happened and What's Going On After facing all the recent trials, a slight detour may offer the solution that the group has been seeking. Details Episode 10 Aired Feb 15, 2015 Them The group feels beaten after living life on the road, but must continue to trudge along in spite of the changes they have incurred. Details Episode 11 Aired Feb 22, 2015 The Distance After withstanding a spectacular storm, Rick and the others meet what appears to be a friendly person, but find themselves mistrustful. Details Episode 12 Aired Mar 1, 2015 Remember The group has a difficult time molding to a new lifestyle, forcing them to consider whether they can be the people they once were. Details Episode 13 Aired Mar 8, 2015 Forget As Rick and the others continue to acclimate to their new surroundings, they consider a return to normalcy. Details Episode 14 Aired Mar 15, 2015 Spend While trying to secure a new home, Rick and his group face challenges, and question the utopia they find themselves in. Details Episode 15 Aired Mar 22, 2015 Try When life within the walls begins to mimic life outside, the group realizes that sheltered life may not be possible. Details Episode 16 Aired Mar 29, 2015 Conquer Daryl finds trouble while on a run; Rick and the group feel like outsiders in Alexandria, where trouble approaches the gates. Details

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Season Info

Director
Greg Nicotero, Michael E. Satrazemis, David Boyd, Ernest R. Dickerson, Jeffrey F. January, Larysa Kondracki, Julius Ramsay
Executive Producer
Frank Darabont, Robert Kirkman, Gale Anne Hurd, David Alpert, Glen Mazzara
Screenwriter
Matthew Negrete, Angela Kang, Scott M. Gimple, Heather Bellson, Seth Hoffman, Channing Powell, Corey Reed, Corey Reed
Network
AMC
Rating
TV-MA (L|V)
Genre
Drama, Horror, Sci-Fi
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 12, 2014
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