10 Great Horror TV Shows That Will Crush Your Soul
6. The Walking Dead
"The Walking Dead" sounds like a fitting name for a series centred around a zombie apocalypse. But as the story progresses, it becomes apparent the title isn't referring to the ghouls, but the survivors.
After all, the lead characters aren't so much living as they are existing, plodding from one place to another, with no ultimate goal in sight. They deal with so many thieves, rapists, warmongers, and cannibals, there are times where the walkers are the least of their problems. The Governor, Negan, and Alpha aren't just villains but the worst representations of mankind.
Another reason why The Walking Dead hits the way it does is the lack of plot armour. Even though we'd like to believe the good guys will triumph and ride into the sunset, we're reminded time and time again that even the purest souls aren't going to make it out alive. In a way, the show is more depressing when Rick and the gang have a tender moment, since it's obvious it won't last.
Although The Walking Dead is remarkable, it's best not to get too attached to the cast.