The Beginning

Picking up from the cliffhanger of the previous season, Rick and his group are reeling from the loss of some of their own. They must confront a new, formidable threat in the form of Negan and his group, the Saviors. The struggle for survival intensifies as they navigate treacherous alliances and face morally ambiguous choices in a world overrun by walkers.

The fifth season of The Walking Dead, and the subsequent beginning of the sixth, was met with mixed to positive reviews. While praised for its action sequences and character development, some critics found the pacing uneven and the plot predictable. Audience reception remained strong, with the show continuing to be a major ratings success.

• Praised for its continued intensity and high stakes.
• Criticized by some for its slow build-up in certain episodes.
• Character arcs, particularly for Rick and Daryl, were a highlight for many.

Google audience: Fans largely appreciated the dramatic tension and the introduction of compelling new antagonists. Some viewers expressed frustration with perceived narrative stretches, but overall enthusiasm for the show's core premise remained high.

Nominated for Saturn Award for Best Television Presentation (Season 6).

The iconic introduction of Negan and his bat, Lucille, was filmed in a single, harrowing take.