Best 45 Episodes in The Walking Dead (My Opinion)
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1.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
The Day Will Come When You Won't Be
(2016)
TV-MA | 46 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Having been brutally overpowered by Negan and his Saviors, Rick and the group kneel helplessly as they suffer heavy losses that will haunt them forever.
Director: Greg Nicotero | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Steven Yeun, Lauren Cohan
Votes: 44,771
10
2.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
What Comes After
(2018)
TV-MA | 45 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Rick is forced to face the past as he struggles to maintain the safety of the communities and protect the future he and Carl envisioned.
Director: Greg Nicotero | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Lauren Cohan, Danai Gurira
Votes: 18,264
9.9
3.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
No Way Out
(2016)
TV-MA | 43 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Daryl, Abraham and Sasha face-off against the Saviors. Back at Alexandria, Rick and his group make their way through the herd.
Director: Greg Nicotero | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Steven Yeun, Lauren Cohan
Votes: 32,634
9.9
4.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Pretty Much Dead Already
(2011)
TV-14 | 43 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Glenn tells the rest of the group about the walkers in the barn, dividing them on what to do. Meanwhile, Hershel sets a deadline for the group to leave, unless Rick does a difficult task.
Director: Michelle MacLaren | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Jon Bernthal, Sarah Wayne Callies, Laurie Holden
Votes: 19,885
9.8
5.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
No Sanctuary
(2014)
TV-MA | 42 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Carol takes drastic action to rescue Rick and the group from the cannibals of Terminus as she and Tyreese reach the compound. A familiar face makes a return.
Director: Greg Nicotero | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Steven Yeun, Lauren Cohan
Votes: 30,942
9.8
6.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Walk with Us
(2020)
TV-MA | 44 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
The survivors try to escape from the Whisperer's walkers horde after the battle of Hilltop.
Director: Greg Nicotero | Stars: Norman Reedus, Danai Gurira, Melissa McBride, Christian Serratos
Votes: 10,318
9.8
7.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Too Far Gone
(2013)
TV-MA | 43 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Rick and the group face imminent danger as The Governor tries to take the prison.
Director: Ernest R. Dickerson | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Steven Yeun, Lauren Cohan
Votes: 29,962
9.8
8.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Last Day on Earth
(2016)
TV-MA | 65 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Morgan continues his search for Carol. Meanwhile, Rick and the group travel to the Hilltop with an ailing Maggie, leading to a daunting and life-changing confrontation.
Director: Greg Nicotero | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Steven Yeun, Lauren Cohan
Votes: 33,884
9.7
9.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Beside the Dying Fire
(2012)
TV-14 | 42 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
As the farm is overrun by walkers, the group fights to escape.
Director: Ernest R. Dickerson | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Jon Bernthal, Sarah Wayne Callies, Laurie Holden
Votes: 18,609
9.7
10.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Made to Suffer
(2012)
TV-MA | 43 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Rick, Daryl, Michonne and Oscar enter Woodbury in search of Glenn and Maggie. Meanwhile, a new group of survivors encounter the prison.
Director: Billy Gierhart | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Sarah Wayne Callies, Laurie Holden, Norman Reedus
Votes: 14,119
9.6
11.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Not Tomorrow Yet
(2016)
TV-MA | 43 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Rick leads a surprise attack against the Saviors with the joint forces of Alexandria and the Hilltop. As two group members end up captured, Tara and Heath leave on a two-week supply run.
Director: Greg Nicotero | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Steven Yeun, Lauren Cohan
Votes: 14,133
9.6
12.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
A
(2014)
TV-MA | 42 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Rick, Carl and Michonne cross paths with the Claimers once again on the way to Terminus, as the so-called sanctuary begins to reveal its true face.
Director: Michelle MacLaren | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Steven Yeun, Lauren Cohan
Votes: 18,475
9.6
13.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Conquer
(2015)
TV-MA | 65 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Daryl and Aaron cross paths with Morgan. Back at the safe-zone, the people of Alexandria decide what to do with Rick, as a new danger emerges.
Director: Greg Nicotero | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Steven Yeun, Lauren Cohan
Votes: 18,486
9.6
14.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
JSS
(2015)
TV-MA | 44 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
While Rick and his group lure the herd away, Carol and Morgan lead a line of defense against the Wolves when Alexandria comes under attack.
Director: Jennifer Lynch | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Steven Yeun, Lauren Cohan
Votes: 17,598
9.6
15.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Killer Within
(2012)
TV-MA | 43 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Lori goes into labour when the prison comes under attack. Michonne tries to convince Andrea to leave Woodbury.
Director: Guy Ferland | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Sarah Wayne Callies, Laurie Holden, Norman Reedus
Votes: 18,451
9.6
16.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Sing Me a Song
(2016)
TV-MA | 62 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
As Eugene and Rosita head to the bullet factory, Rick and Aaron search for supplies for Negan. Meanwhile, Carl and Jesus find themselves on their way to the Sanctuary.
Director: Rosemary Rodriguez | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Lauren Cohan, Chandler Riggs
Votes: 12,397
9.6
17.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Wrath
(2018)
TV-MA | 48 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
The communities join forces in the last stand against the Saviors as all-out war unfolds.
Director: Greg Nicotero | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Lauren Cohan, Danai Gurira
Votes: 11,321
9.6
18.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
The Calm Before
(2019)
TV-MA | 58 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
The four communities come together in celebration at the Kingdom's fair, but while some pacts are renewed, others come at a much steeper price.
Director: Laura Belsey | Stars: Norman Reedus, Danai Gurira, Melissa McBride, Alanna Masterson
Votes: 14,801
9.6
19.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
18 Miles Out
(2012)
TV-14 | 43 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Rick and Shane argue over what to do with Randall. Back at the farm, Lori, Andrea and Maggie deal with a suicidal Beth.
Director: Ernest R. Dickerson | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Jon Bernthal, Sarah Wayne Callies, Laurie Holden
Votes: 13,877
9.5
20.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Better Angels
(2012)
TV-14 | 43 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Shane's antagonistic behaviour reaches new heights, while Carl suffers the consequences of his actions.
Director: Guy Ferland | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Jon Bernthal, Sarah Wayne Callies, Laurie Holden
Votes: 17,036
9.5
21.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Here's Negan
(2021)
TV-MA | 50 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Carol takes Negan on a journey, hoping to minimize the increasing tension. Negan reflects on the events that led him to this point and comes to a conclusion about his future.
Director: Laura Belsey | Stars: Norman Reedus, Melissa McBride, Lauren Cohan, Christian Serratos
Votes: 15,306
9.5
22.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Rest in Peace
(2022)
TV-MA | 65 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Our survivors must save their kids and the Commonwealth.
Director: Greg Nicotero | Stars: Norman Reedus, Melissa McBride, Lauren Cohan, Lennie James
Votes: 12,916
9.5
23.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Internment
(2013)
TV-MA | 42 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Hershel struggles to care for the sick as the situation in the cell block escalates. Meanwhile, Rick and Carl defend the prison as the fences give way.
Director: David Boyd | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Steven Yeun, Lauren Cohan
Votes: 14,526
9.5
24.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Chokepoint
(2019)
TV-MA | 41 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Daryl's daring rescue mission forces Alpha to unleash a group of her own to retrieve what belongs to her, even if the price is paid in blood; the Kingdom's plans to reunite the communities are put in jeopardy.
Director: Liesl Tommy | Stars: Norman Reedus, Danai Gurira, Melissa McBride, Alanna Masterson
Votes: 8,039
9.5
25.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Days Gone Bye
(2010)
TV-14 | 67 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Deputy Sheriff Rick Grimes awakens from a coma, and searches for his family in a world ravaged by the undead.
Director: Frank Darabont | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Jon Bernthal, Sarah Wayne Callies, Laurie Holden
Votes: 29,918
9.5
26.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Start to Finish
(2015)
TV-MA | 44 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
With the walls down, Alexandria finds itself swarmed by walkers. Meanwhile, Daryl, Abraham and Sasha come face-to-face with a new danger.
Director: Michael E. Satrazemis | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Steven Yeun, Lauren Cohan
Votes: 12,477
9.5
27.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Clear
(2013)
TV-MA | 43 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Rick runs into a familiar face when he, Carl and Michonne head back to Rick's hometown for more guns to fortify themselves against The Governor.
Director: Tricia Brock | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Sarah Wayne Callies, Laurie Holden, Norman Reedus
Votes: 14,331
9.5
28.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Four Walls and a Roof
(2014)
TV-MA | 42 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
With Bob's life hanging in the balance, the group prepares to fight back against Gareth and his group of cannibals.
Director: Jeffrey F. January | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Steven Yeun, Lauren Cohan
Votes: 16,263
9.5
29.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Evolution
(2018)
TV-MA | 44 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
A small rescue mission braves a dangerous herd in their hunt for a missing comrade, only to discover a surprising threat that could doom them all.
Director: Michael E. Satrazemis | Stars: Norman Reedus, Danai Gurira, Melissa McBride, Alanna Masterson
Votes: 11,093
9.5
30.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Spend
(2015)
TV-MA | 42 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Eugene is forced to step up when a run led by Glenn goes awry. Back at Alexandria, Carol uncovers a secret.
Director: Jennifer Lynch | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Steven Yeun, Lauren Cohan
Votes: 13,945
9.5
31.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Hearts Still Beating
(2016)
TV-MA | 60 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Negan's unwelcome visit to Alexandria continues as other members scavenge for supplies; things quickly spin out of control.
Director: Michael E. Satrazemis | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Lauren Cohan, Chandler Riggs
Votes: 14,507
9.4
32.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Family
(2022)
TV-MA | 44 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Reunited, the group heads back to the commonwealth where the aftermath of Eugene's trial is felt.
Director: Sharat Raju | Stars: Norman Reedus, Melissa McBride, Lauren Cohan, Christian Serratos
Votes: 7,626
9.4
33.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Thank You
(2015)
TV-MA | 43 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
With half of the herd out of control, Glenn and Michonne lead Nicholas and their group back to Alexandria, as Rick crosses paths with the surviving members of the Wolves.
Director: Michael Slovis | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Steven Yeun, Lauren Cohan
Votes: 18,703
9.4
34.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Here's Not Here
(2015)
TV-MA | 62 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Morgan tells the captured wolf about his journey from King County to Alexandria, where he met a lone survivor with a code.
Director: Stephen Williams | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Lauren Cohan, Chandler Riggs
Votes: 15,884
9.4
35.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Seed
(2012)
TV-MA | 43 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
After months on the run, the group take refuge in a federal prison, while elsewhere, Andrea's health starts to deteriorate.
Director: Ernest R. Dickerson | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Sarah Wayne Callies, Laurie Holden, Norman Reedus
Votes: 16,160
9.4
36.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Morning Star
(2020)
TV-MA | 45 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
The Whisperers are coming for Hilltop, after Daryl and Lydia's encounter with Alpha, the communities must decide whether to run or fight; Eugene's communication with Stephanie gets complicated.
Director: Michael E. Satrazemis | Stars: Norman Reedus, Danai Gurira, Melissa McBride, Christian Serratos
Votes: 7,596
9.4
37.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Guts
(2010)
TV-14 | 45 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
In Atlanta, Rick is rescued by a group of survivors, but they soon find themselves trapped inside a department store surrounded by walkers.
Director: Michelle MacLaren | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Jon Bernthal, Sarah Wayne Callies, Laurie Holden
Votes: 18,817
9.4
38.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
No Other Way
(2022)
TV-MA | 44 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Hellfire rains down on those at Meridian as every fight with the Reapers proves to be a brutal battle. At home in Alexandria, the violent rainstorm rages on as walkers continue to pour in, threatening everyone's safety.
Director: Jon Amiel | Stars: Norman Reedus, Melissa McBride, Lauren Cohan, Christian Serratos
Votes: 9,053
9.3
39.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
The Key
(2018)
TV-MA | 46 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Hilltop's leadership faces a difficult dilemma after the arrival of unexpected visitors; Rick comes face to face with an adversary.
Director: Greg Nicotero | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Lauren Cohan, Danai Gurira
Votes: 9,622
9.3
40.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Coda
(2014)
TV-MA | 42 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Rick and the group go face-to-face against Dawn and her officers in an attempt to save both Beth and Carol without any more bloodshed.
Director: Ernest R. Dickerson | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Steven Yeun, Lauren Cohan
Votes: 15,513
9.3
41.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
This Sorrowful Life
(2013)
TV-MA | 43 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
While Rick decides the fate of Michonne, Merle takes matters into his own hand.
Director: Greg Nicotero | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Sarah Wayne Callies, Laurie Holden, Norman Reedus
Votes: 14,145
9.3
42.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Home
(2013)
TV-MA | 43 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Rick continues to see visions of Lori. The Governor plans an assault on the prison. Daryl and Merle fend for themselves out in the forest.
Director: Seith Mann | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Sarah Wayne Callies, Laurie Holden, Norman Reedus
Votes: 13,352
9.3
43.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Vatos
(2010)
TV-14 | 44 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Rick, Glenn, Daryl and T-Dog come across a group of seemingly hostile survivors whilst searching for Merle. Back at camp, Jim begins behaving erratically.
Director: Johan Renck | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Jon Bernthal, Sarah Wayne Callies, Laurie Holden
Votes: 16,867
9.3
44.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
The Distance
(2015)
TV-MA | 42 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Recovering from a devastating storm, Rick and the group find themselves mistrustful of a new survivor who promises them safety in a walled-off community.
Director: Larysa Kondracki | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Steven Yeun, Lauren Cohan
Votes: 12,207
9.2
45.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
The Grove
(2014)
TV-MA | 42 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Carol has to cope with old secrets and Lizzie's psychotic behavior when she, Tyreese and the girls take refuge in a vacant house on the way to Terminus.
Director: Michael E. Satrazemis | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Steven Yeun, Lauren Cohan
Votes: 18,961
9.2
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