10 Movies and Shows Similar to Fear the Walking Dead (2015)

Description: This series shares with 'Fear the Walking Dead' the theme of ordinary people trying to survive and rebuild after a catastrophic event (in this case, nuclear attacks). Both shows examine how communities form and fracture under extreme pressure.

Fact: After cancellation, fans famously sent tons of nuts to CBS (referencing a line from the show) which helped get a second season. The show was praised for its realistic depiction of post-nuclear survival. Skeet Ulrich (Jake Green) was originally considered for the role of Jack Shephard in 'Lost'.

Description: While dealing with alien invasion rather than zombies, 'Falling Skies' shares with 'Fear the Walking Dead' the theme of ordinary people becoming soldiers in a fight for survival. Both shows focus on family dynamics amidst constant danger.

Fact: Steven Spielberg served as executive producer. The alien designs were intentionally kept mysterious in early seasons. Noah Wyle (Tom Mason) performed many of his own stunts despite being afraid of heights.

Description: As a direct sibling series to 'Fear the Walking Dead', 'The Walking Dead' shares the same post-apocalyptic zombie-infested world, themes of survival, and the breakdown of societal norms. Both shows explore human nature under extreme stress and the moral dilemmas faced by survivors.

Fact: 'The Walking Dead' is based on the comic book series of the same name by Robert Kirkman, Tony Moore, and Charlie Adlard. The show's first season had a budget of $

Description: While dealing with vampires rather than zombies, 'The Strain' shares with 'Fear the Walking Dead' the theme of a rapidly spreading pandemic that collapses society. Both shows feature a mix of horror and drama as characters fight against overwhelming odds.

Fact: 'The Strain' was co-created by Guillermo del Toro and based on his book trilogy. The show's vampires are biologically plausible, with parasitic worms controlling their hosts. The Master, the main antagonist, was played by multiple actors and required extensive prosthetics.

Description: Like 'Fear the Walking Dead', 'The 100' explores how different groups of survivors adapt (or fail to adapt) to a post-apocalyptic world. Both shows deal with themes of leadership, morality, and the costs of survival.

Fact: 'The 100' is based on a book series by Kass Morgan. The show was originally conceived as a prequel to 'The Hunger Games'. Despite being set on Earth, most of the first season was filmed in the forests of British Columbia.

Description: Both 'The Last of Us' and 'Fear the Walking Dead' explore the emotional and psychological toll of surviving in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by infected/zombies. They share themes of found family, moral ambiguity, and the lengths people will go to protect their loved ones.

Fact: 'The Last of Us' is based on the critically acclaimed video game of the same name. Pedro Pascal (Joel) and Bella Ramsey (Ellie) had never met before filming their audition tapes together. The show's fungal infection premise is based on real-world cordyceps fungi that control insects' behavior.

Description: Like 'Fear the Walking Dead', 'Z Nation' is set in a zombie apocalypse and follows a group of survivors. However, 'Z Nation' leans more into dark humor and absurdity while still maintaining the survival and human conflict themes central to 'Fear the Walking Dead'.

Fact: 'Z Nation' was created by Karl Schaefer and Craig Engler, who previously worked on 'Eureka' and 'Warehouse 13'. The show features a unique zombie type called 'blends', which are half-human, half-zombie hybrids. Despite its lower budget compared to 'The Walking Dead', 'Z Nation' developed a cult following for its creative zombie kills and campy tone.

Description: Though not a zombie show, 'Into the Badlands' shares with 'Fear the Walking Dead' a post-apocalyptic setting where society has reformed into dangerous factions. Both shows feature intense action sequences and explore power struggles in a fractured world.

Fact: The show blends post-apocalyptic fiction with martial arts and wuxia influences. Daniel Wu, who stars as Sunny, also served as an executive producer. Each episode featured elaborate fight scenes that took weeks to choreograph and film.

Description: Like 'Fear the Walking Dead', 'Colony' explores life under occupation (by aliens in this case) and the moral compromises people make to survive. Both shows feature divided families and resistance movements.

Fact: Co-created by Carlton Cuse of 'Lost' fame. The show was partially inspired by Nazi-occupied France during WWII. Josh Holloway (Will Bowman) previously starred in 'Lost' with Carlton Cuse.

Description: This series shares the same universe as 'Z Nation' (though tonally very different) and presents a more intense, realistic take on the zombie apocalypse similar to 'Fear the Walking Dead'. Both shows focus on the immediate aftermath of societal collapse and the desperate struggle for survival.

Fact: 'Black Summer' is actually a prequel to 'Z Nation', set in the early days of the zombie apocalypse. The show uses long, continuous shots during action sequences to heighten tension. Unlike many zombie shows, 'Black Summer' features fast, aggressive zombies similar to those in '28 Days Later'.