AMC's new horror anthology series, Tales of the Walking Dead, debuted on the network on Sunday, August 14, 2022. A spinoff of The Walking Dead, the show tells a different story in each episode, featuring familiar characters from The Walking Dead alongside new ones.
Twitter's reaction to the series has been mixed, with one user pointing out that the show isn't ''off to a great start.''
While many netizens praised the storyline and casting, others criticized the writing. Keep reading to find out what else netizens have to say about the new show.
Tales of the Walking Dead polarizes fans on Twitter
Several fans took to Twitter to share their thoughts on Tales of the Walking Dead. Most of the criticism levied at the series revolved around hasty production and careless writing. Here are some of the negative reactions:
On the flipside, many viewers praised the series premiere and registered their interest in seeing what lies ahead.
In brief, about Tales of the Walking Dead: Plot, cast and what to expect
According to AMC, the official synopsis for the show reveals that it will showcase the "apocalypse through different eyes, discovering more worlds, mythos, and mysteries of The Walking Dead.'' Much like the original franchise, this spinoff too, is full of violence.
The trailer for the show has a creepy undertone, but with six different stories, viewers can expect an entertaining and intense watch with emotional and thematic depth similar to that of the original series.
The show also features a number of prominent actors playing pivotal roles, including Terry Crews and Olivia Munn, among others.
Terry Crews, who plays the role of Joe in the series, has appeared in a number of popular films and shows over the years, including Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Everybody Hates Chris and Blended.
Olivia Munn essays the character of Evie in the spinoff. Munn is known for her memorable roles in TV shows such as The Newsroom, Six and The Rock. She has also been a part of films like The Gateway, Love Wedding Repeat and Buddy Games, to name a few.
Apart from the aforementioned actors, the series also stars:
- Parker Posey as Blair
- Samantha Morton as Alpha
- Jillian Bell as Gina
- Lauren Glazier as Brooke
Tales of the Walking Dead is currently streaming on AMC+.