by Matt Sernaker, Managing Editor
After nearly a year’s absence, The Walking Dead have returned! The fan-favorite series kicks off with a BANG this Sunday (October 16th at 9pm) on AMC, with a 90-minute premiere, “What Lies Ahead”.
Taking place shortly after the events at the CDC, Rick and the survivors have abandoned the city and have set out on the road trying to figure out what to do next. The premiere will give the survivors a new concept of “Highway to Hell”, as they encounter a new threat from the undead!
So how are The Dead holding up after such a long period of time between seasons? They are scary as $%&*. The season premiere gives us some of the best zombies ever on television (and possibly ever on screen) as Greg Nicotero takes The Walking Dead to a new level of creepiness (some of these zombies have haunted my dreams since watching my screener of the premiere last week).
All of the cast bring their “A-Game” to the premiere, with exceptional performances by Andrew Lincoln, Jeffrey DeMunn, and Laurie Holden. This phenomenal group of actors have connected with the viewers on such a personal level, and having done so just over the course of a six episode First Season is something truly impressive.
Since that fateful First Season finale, fans have been wondering what will happen next for Rick and the gang. Robert Kirkman has a history of presenting his characters with crazy twists, and loves to keep his readers guessing. Season One demonstrated that the creative team behind the show isn’t afraid to explore new territory with the characters, and it seems the Season Two will carry on with that concept.
The Walking Dead is not just a show… it is a weekly event.
Get your friends, grab a beer, and get ready, because Season One was just the beginning. Having seen the first two episodes of Season Two, I can tell you…this is gonna be unforgettable. You have never seen anything remotely like this on television or in movies.
ComicsOnline gives The Walking Dead – “What Lies Ahead” 5 out of 5 shows that….AHHHH!! A ZOMBIE!!!! (BANG) (BANG)
Official Episode Description: EPISODE 201: “What Lies Ahead”
Rick leads the group out of Atlanta. On the highway, they are stopped by a threat unlike anything they have seen before. The group searches for someone who has gone missing.
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