I Survived a Zombie Apocalypse
I Survived a Zombie Apocalypse

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I Survived a Zombie Apocalypse

2015
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
English

I Survived a Zombie Apocalypse is a horror-themed game show set in the future after a nationwide epidemic has transformed most of the country's population into ravenous zombies. The contestants have to survive in the Monroe Shopping Village and need to work together to secure their makeshift base as they try and avoid any contact with the flesh-eaters. Anybody still “alive” after seven days is then rescued and sent to a tropical quarantine zone as a reward.

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IMDb6.1/10
Creator: Various (Reality Competition Series)Genres: Reality Television, Action, Horror

Plot Summary

I Survived a Zombie Apocalypse was a reality competition series where participants were dropped into a simulated zombie-infested world. They had to navigate various challenges, evade zombies (actors in makeup), and complete objectives to survive. The ultimate goal was to reach a safe haven before being 'turned' by the undead. The show featured a different set of contestants each episode, competing for the title of sole survivor.

Critical Reception

As a reality competition series, 'I Survived a Zombie Apocalypse' was primarily reviewed for its entertainment value and adherence to the zombie genre tropes. It was generally seen as a fun, albeit low-budget, take on survival challenges, offering a novel concept for fans of zombie fiction and reality TV. Critical reception leaned towards its entertainment factor rather than deep narrative or character development, which is typical for the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers a unique and engaging premise for reality TV.

  • Appeals to fans of zombie lore and survival challenges.

  • Despite its premise, production values and execution are somewhat basic.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'I Survived a Zombie Apocalypse' was mixed, with many viewers finding the concept entertaining and a fun watch for genre fans. Some praised the creative challenges and the participants' efforts to survive. However, others noted that the show could feel somewhat repetitive and lacked the high production quality of more established reality series.

Fun Fact

The 'zombies' in the show were played by actors who underwent specific training to perform their shambling and lunging movements realistically, adding to the immersive experience for the contestants.

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