In the near future after a bitter civil war leaves Manhattan a demilitarized zone (DMZ), destroyed and isolated from the rest of the world, fierce medic Alma Ortega sets out on a harrowing journey to find the son she lost in the evacuation of New York City at the onset of the conflict. Standing in her way are gangs, militias, demagogues and warlords, including Parco Delgado, the popular — and deadly — leader of one of the most powerful gangs in the DMZ.
The worst episode of "DMZ" is "Advent", rated 6/10 from 228 user votes. It was directed by Ernest R. Dickerson and written by Roberto Patino. "Advent" aired on 3/17/2022 and is rated 0.1 point(s) lower than the second lowest rated, "Good Luck".
As Parco and Wilson shore up last-minute support before their first debate at City Hall, Alma makes a desperate appeal to the holder of the DMZ’s ultimate power source.
Director: Ernest R. Dickerson
Writer: Roberto Patino
As the clock begins on Alma’s dangerous 24-hour passage into a lawless Manhattan in search of her son Christian, rivals Parco and Wilson seek approval from the DMZ’s major gangs in separate bids for governor.
Director: Ava DuVernay
Writer: Roberto Patino
Alma makes it clear whom she’s fighting for as Wilson’s thief is revealed, Odi’s kindness is returned, and Skel finds himself torn between Tenny and Parco. Then, war breaks out in the DMZ.
Director: Ernest R. Dickerson
Writer: Roberto Patino
Just as she negotiates safe passage out of the DMZ, Alma wrestles with a compelling reason to stay, while Skel is forced to choose between those he loves.
Director: Ernest R. Dickerson
Writer: Roberto Patino