9.6/1031,465 votesLoading...#1 - Too Far Gone
Season 4 Episode 8 - Aired 12/1/2013
After things begin to calm down at the prison, Rick and his group now face imminent danger and destruction. This time, they might not win.
Director: Ernest R. Dickerson
Writer: Seth Hoffman
9.6/1032,535 votesLoading...#2 - No Sanctuary
Season 5 Episode 1 - Aired 10/12/2014
We learn the true motives of the Terminans as Rick and the group find themselves in a vulnerable situation.
Director: Greg Nicotero
Writer: Scott M. Gimple
9.3/1015,765 votesLoading...#3 - The Calm Before
Season 9 Episode 15 - Aired 3/24/2019
The fair at the Kingdom is underway, with all four communities coming together in celebration for the first time in years, while some pacts are renewed, other deals will come at a much steeper price.
Director: Laura Belsey
Writer: Channing Powell, Geraldine Inoa
9.2/1032,176 votesLoading...#4 - Days Gone Bye
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 10/31/2010
Rick searches for his family after emerging from a coma into a world terrorized by the walking dead. Morgan and Duane, whom he meets along the way, help teach Rick the new rules for survival.
Director: Frank Darabont
Writer: Frank Darabont
9.2/1021,256 votesLoading...#5 - Pretty Much Dead Already
Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 11/27/2011
Hershel sets a deadline. All secrets are out in the open. Glenn stands up for himself and Shane takes charge.
Director: Michelle MacLaren
Writer: Scott M. Gimple
9.2/1019,902 votesLoading...#6 - Beside the Dying Fire
Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 3/18/2012
Rick and Carl find the farm in jeopardy; the group is split up in the chaos; Rick's leadership is questioned.
Director: Ernest R. Dickerson
Writer: Robert Kirkman, Glen Mazzara
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9.2/1020,144 votesLoading...#7 - The Grove
Season 4 Episode 14 - Aired 3/16/2014
After establishing a new shelter, the group considers things returning to the way they used to be.
Director: Michael Satrazemis
Writer: Scott M. Gimple
9.2/1019,497 votesLoading...#8 - Conquer
Season 5 Episode 16 - Aired 3/29/2015
Daryl finds trouble while on a run; Rick and the group feel like outsiders in Alexandria, where trouble approaches the gates.
Director: Greg Nicotero
Writer: Scott M. Gimple, Seth Hoffman
9.2/1019,401 votesLoading...#9 - What Comes After
Season 9 Episode 5 - Aired 11/4/2018
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
Writer: Scott M. Gimple, Matthew Negrete
9.2/1016,292 votesLoading...#10 - Here's Negan
Season 10 Episode 22 - Aired 4/4/2021
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
Writer: David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick
9.1/1018,367 votesLoading...#11 - Better Angels
Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 3/11/2012
Someone dangerous may be loose near the farm; Rick, Shane, Daryl and Glenn keep the group safe.
Director: Guy Ferland
Writer: Glen Mazzara, Evan Reilly
9.1/1019,606 votesLoading...#12 - A
Season 4 Episode 16 - Aired 3/30/2014
As survivors cross paths on the way to Terminus, Rick comes face-to-face with sheer brutality and is pushed to the limit.
Director: Michelle MacLaren
Writer: Frank Darabont, Angela Kang
9.0/10133 votesLoading...#13 - Killer Within
Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 11/4/2012
The group is severed, placing lives in jeopardy; Merle has a request for the Governor.
Director: Guy Ferland
Writer: Sang Kyu Kim
9.0/1017,212 votesLoading...#14 - Four Walls and a Roof
Season 5 Episode 3 - Aired 10/26/2014
Rick and the others find themselves pitted against a group of nasty people.
Director: Jeffrey F. January
Writer: Angela Kang, Corey Reed
9.0/10125 votesLoading...#15 - Thank You
Season 6 Episode 3 - Aired 10/25/2015
A return home doesn't go as expected.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: Angela Kang
9.0/10128 votesLoading...#16 - No Way Out
Season 6 Episode 9 - Aired 2/14/2016
While trying to escape Alexandria, Rick and his group meet trouble when sudden noise draws walkers towards them with what could be fatal consequences.
Director: Greg Nicotero
Writer: Seth Hoffman
9.0/1011,030 votesLoading...#17 - Walk with Us
Season 10 Episode 12 - Aired 3/15/2020
Negan helps the Whisperers and Alpha launch an attack against the Hilltop.
Director: Greg Nicotero
Writer: Nicole Mirante-Matthews, Eli Jorné
9.0/1036 votesLoading...#18 - No Other Way
Season 11 Episode 9 - Aired 2/20/2022
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, including Judith and Gracie.
Director: Jon Amiel
Writer: Corey Reed
9.0/1033 votesLoading...#19 - Family
Season 11 Episode 23 - Aired 11/13/2022
The Alexandrians and the prisoners head back to the Commonwealth to confront Pamela Milton. Meanwhile, a swarm approaches the city.
Director: Sharat Raju
Writer: Kevin Deiboldt, Erik Mountain, Magali Lozano
8.9/10133 votesLoading...#20 - Seed
Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 10/14/2012
With the world growing increasingly more dangerous and Lori’s pregnancy advancing, Rick discovers a potentially safe haven. But first he must secure the premises, pushing his group to its limit.
Director: Ernest R. Dickerson
Writer: Glen Mazzara
8.9/10125 votesLoading...#21 - Made to Suffer
Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 12/2/2012
Andrea steps up when the people of Woodbury are thrown into uncharted territory; a new threat arises at the prison.
Director: Billy Gierhart
Writer: Robert Kirkman
8.9/1014,782 votesLoading...#22 - Spend
Season 5 Episode 14 - Aired 3/15/2015
While trying to secure a new home, Rick and his group face challenges, and question the utopia they find themselves in.
Director: Jennifer Lynch
Writer: Matthew Negrete
8.9/10123 votesLoading...#23 - JSS
Season 6 Episode 2 - Aired 10/18/2015
When it appears that things are starting to normalize in the settlement, a new problem arises for the Alexandrians.
Director: Greg Nicotero
Writer: Scott M. Gimple, Matthew Negrete
8.9/1034 votesLoading...#24 - Acts of God
Season 11 Episode 16 - Aired 4/10/2022
Our heroes are trapped in situations beyond their control. Everyone they’ve worked so hard to protect is at risk as danger baits them at every turn. All is at stake. Now, they must decide who and what are worth saving. Each decision comes with its own deadly ramifications. Meanwhile, Eugene and Max’s relationship deepens, but so does the trouble that is brewing inside the Commonwealth.
Director: Catriona McKenzie
Writer: Nicole Mirante-Matthews
8.9/1069 votesLoading...#25 - Rest in Peace
Season 11 Episode 24 - Aired 11/20/2022
Daryl and Carol rush Judith to the hospital; Rosita, Eugene, and Gabriel search for Coco; Maggie and Negan take arms against Pamela; the heroes assemble for one last stand.
Director: Greg Nicotero
Writer: N/A
The Best Episodes of The Walking Dead
Every episode of The Walking Dead ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Walking Dead!
Sheriff's deputy Rick Grimes awakens from a coma to find a post-apocalyptic world dominated by flesh-eating zombies. He sets out to find his family and...
Genres:Action & AdventureDramaSci-Fi & Fantasy
Network:AMC
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Best Episodes Summary
"Too Far Gone" is the best rated episode of "The Walking Dead". It scored 9.6/10 based on 31465 votes. Directed by Ernest R. Dickerson and written by Seth Hoffman, it aired on 12/1/2013. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "No Sanctuary".
