If you enjoyed the action-packed intensity and dark humor of 'Last Man Standing' (1996), you're in for a treat. This article explores 10 similar movies and shows that deliver the same gritty atmosphere, thrilling shootouts, and lone-wolf protagonist vibes. Whether you're a fan of Bruce Willis's iconic performance or just love hard-boiled crime dramas, these recommendations will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Jericho (2006)
Description: A drama centered on a small town's residents as they cope with the aftermath of a nuclear attack, focusing on community resilience and survival.
Fact: The show was canceled after its first season but was revived for a second season due to a fan campaign that involved sending tons of nuts to CBS.


Falling Skies (2011)
Description: A sci-fi series about a group of survivors resisting an alien invasion, blending action with themes of family and resistance against overwhelming odds.
Fact: The show was produced by Steven Spielberg and featured a mix of practical effects and CGI for its alien designs.


The Walking Dead (2010)
Description: A gritty drama about survival in a world devastated by a zombie outbreak, emphasizing human relationships and moral dilemmas in extreme circumstances.
Fact: The series is based on the comic book series of the same name by Robert Kirkman, Tony Moore, and Charlie Adlard.


The Stand (2020)
Description: A miniseries adaptation of Stephen King's novel about a pandemic that wipes out most of humanity, focusing on the battle between good and evil among the survivors.
Fact: The show features an updated timeline from the original novel, moving the setting from the 1980s to the 2020s.


The Last Ship (2014)
Description: A military drama about the crew of a naval destroyer who must find a cure for a global pandemic while navigating a world in chaos.
Fact: The series was based on the 1988 novel of the same name by William Brinkley.


The 100 (2014)
Description: A dystopian sci-fi drama following a group of young survivors sent back to Earth after a nuclear apocalypse, exploring themes of survival, leadership, and morality.
Fact: The series is loosely based on the book series of the same name by Kass Morgan.


The Last Man on Earth (2015)
Description: A post-apocalyptic comedy-drama that explores survival in a world where most of humanity has been wiped out, blending humor with the struggles of isolation and rebuilding society.
Fact: The show was created by Will Forte, who also stars as the protagonist. It was initially inspired by the 1964 film of the same name.


Z Nation (2014)
Description: A zombie apocalypse series with a mix of horror, action, and dark humor, focusing on a group of survivors navigating a world overrun by the undead.
Fact: The show was known for its creative and often bizarre zombie variations, including radioactive zombies and zombie tornadoes.


Into the Badlands (2015)
Description: A post-apocalyptic martial arts series set in a feudal future, blending intense action with a richly detailed world and themes of power and redemption.
Fact: The show was praised for its choreographed fight scenes, which were inspired by classic Hong Kong action films.


Colony (2016)
Description: A sci-fi thriller about a family living in an occupied Los Angeles, dealing with collaboration, resistance, and survival under an alien regime.
Fact: The show was co-created by Carlton Cuse, who also worked on 'Lost' and 'Bates Motel.'
