The Walking Dead, an American post-apocalyptic horror television series created by Frank Darabont, first aired on AMC in 2010. The show follows Sheriff's Deputy Rick Grimes as he wakes up from a coma to find a post-apocalyptic world dominated by flesh-eating zombies. He sets out to find his family and encounters many other survivors along the way. With 12 seasons and countless episodes, it can be difficult to determine the best episodes of The Walking Dead. Therefore, we have ranked the best episodes of The Walking Dead.
From Rick's initial awakening to the epic battle of Alexandria, The Walking Dead has had no shortage of thrilling episodes. Season 3's "Clear" and Season 5's "Conquer" are some of the most memorable episodes of the series. Season 9's "What Comes After" was an emotional finale that left fans in tears, while Season 4's "The Grove" is a fan favorite for its heartbreaking conclusion.
With so many amazing episodes, it can be difficult to choose the best episodes of The Walking Dead. Hopefully, this ranking of the best episodes of The Walking Dead will help you decide which episodes to watch first.
Written by Sophie and last updated on may 14, 2024.
PS: The following content contains spoilers!
PPS: I will admit that parts of this page was written with the help of AI - it makes my work so much easier to not start from a blank page!
In the mid-season premiere, our group must figure out how to get out of a precarious situation.
The episode was rated 7.27 from 2498 votes.
The communities prepare for the final battle of the Whisperers' War. Meanwhile, Eugene's group encounters Princess.
The episode was rated 7.31 from 2469 votes.
Michonne takes Virgil back to his mysterious island to reunite with his family; in exchange, Virgil promises weapons that could change the tide of the Whisperer War.
The episode was rated 7.31 from 2471 votes.
The threat of the Whisperers return leads to paranoia sweeping over Alexandria; in the meantime, Carol battles with the need for revenge.
The episode was rated 7.32 from 3139 votes.
A fight causes tensions in Oceanside while the Alexandrians set out on a high-stakes mission.
The episode was rated 7.38 from 2901 votes.
The group in Oceanside continues to train in case the Whisperers return; tensions are high as the heroes struggle to hold onto their concept of civilization.
The episode was rated 7.42 from 3468 votes.
Heroes and villains reckon with the aftermath of the Hilltop fire; Eugene takes a group on a journey to meet Stephanie, with the hopes of befriending another civilisation.
The episode was rated 7.43 from 2456 votes.
Our group must defend Alexandria from a threatening outside force.
The episode was rated 7.43 from 2746 votes.
Carol pushes boundaries that make Daryl uneasy; Alpha and Beta have reservations about someone.
The episode was rated 7.43 from 2777 votes.
Supplies go missing from Hilltop; Negan is idolized by an Alexandrian; Ezekiel holds a secret.
The episode was rated 7.51 from 3022 votes.
Carol and Daryl go on a mission together while Siddiq struggles to solve a mystery.
The episode was rated 7.56 from 2924 votes.
The final battle against Beta and his allies is at its peak. Aaron and Alden find themselves in a predicament.
The episode was rated 7.66 from 2382 votes.
The Whisperers are coming for Hilltop. After Daryl and Lydia's encounter with Alpha, the communities must decide whether to run or fight. Meanwhile, Eugene's communication with Stephanie gets complicated.
The episode was rated 7.68 from 2667 votes.
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.
The episode was rated 7.90 from 2247 votes.
Negan helps the Whisperers and Alpha launch an attack against the Hilltop.
The episode was rated 8.06 from 2610 votes.
