THE WALKING DEAD: The Ones Who Live EPISODE 1 REACTION!! 1x01 "years" Breakdown & Review

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[@Ms.Byrd68]

Perhaps not as different as you think. This is the ending that was promoted in the comics. Rick taking over the 'Commonwealth' can become Rick taking over CRM. Remember that both Morgan & Dwight are heading to Virginia and Morgan intends to find Rick... AGAIN! Carl is gone but then there's RJ and Negan is (to my distress) very much alive. Dwight was very important in the _take over of the Commonwealth._ Daryl is in ANOTHER COUNTRY... stuck there and Carol is on her way to find him (in the comic she died at the Prison). That gives the 'Original Dwight' comic character space to be who he was in the Comics. Some are saying they have already been 'greenlighted' for a SECOND season, I wouldn't be surprised if that turns out to be true.

[@6dayzofchaos584]

This reunion and the other one we shared this week. wow.

[@RealTurbidHere]

The show is stuuupid lol how can michono taker that grenade shot its impossible

[@alyssatheexcellent]

13:12 Greg- please stop picking at your beard. You will create more ingrown hairs by pulling and adding to more irritation!!

[@zaneoss]

You can tell the writers put love and care into ricks story

[@margiebazan7258]

Actually. Andrew Lincoln and Danai Gurira wrote some episodes. Specifically. They wrote the way Rick and Michonne meet.

[@robinvolpi]

Andrew, Danai and Gimple wrote the show.

[@Iletyoulive]

The writers are Andy,Danai and Gimple

[@tfcbioshock]

Except how he cut his hand off for absolutely no reason 😭. He got nowhere. It feels like they are trying to force him to look like comic rick

[@zaneoss]

@@tfcbioshock not really it shows his determination to get home to his family even if he failed that basically sums up all the years spent at the crm

[@Spaghatee]

Rick taking his own hand definitely makes sense to me, especially as a last ditch effort to finally get home. I just couldn’t believe they did it so early on.

[@LudusAurea]

He should have lost his hand in season 3 when he was supposed to. Then they teased it again in season 7 and 9.

[@ReelPiscesPlays]

@@LudusAureayup. Rick is pretty banged up on the comics and they spared him in the show

[@Xpertfusion]

YES! Very happy to see y’all covering this. Easily one of the best TWD episodes in ages.

[@cavrence]

Hey fusion love the reaction videos.

[@sammas3900]

Love your reaction videos fusion!

[@acoop9865]

They really need to just let this show die. I watched this episode because I was curious if they had an inspired idea that might reinvent the series, and make it more appealing to adults, but it’s really just more of the same.

[@Critzaxx]

Yeah since the Daryl spin off a couple months ago

[@Critzaxx]

​@@acoop9865 That's just you since the Daryl spin off the viewership has been going up for TWD my dad likes the show and he's in his sixties so it's just you and newsflash the world doesn't revolve around you

[@dylanburton4955]

Andrews performance is so strong in this episode, I felt so bad for Rick and seeing the desperation and pain was sad, Andrew really knows how to convey so much emotion with just his eyes alone I still enjoyed the main show after he left but I have missed him

[@jacobkim4632]

The actor who played Okafor did an insanely amazing job! That fight scene between him and Rick is def one of my top scenes so far. It's a shame they killed him off so soon

[@hollingsworthnoa]

hopefully a few parts of future episodes will take place before the crash and we see more of him !

[@deathkage779]

I love how Rick has a Assassins Creed Hidden Blade. Also now that Rick has Military training he is gonna be more OP. The acting is phenomenal as always.

[@reezydrips_drips6823]

i said the same thing he just moved up in the ranks

[@karenabenford8284]

Heap all the praise onto Danai, Andy and Gimple for writing and producing this show. You can see the love and attention to detail!!

[@Lillian.Gao.]

The first two yes, but Gimple lost all credibility with me when he killed Carl off bc reasons and then lied to the fans that I was done for story purposes

[@aboxofissues1369]

Jeez that was forever ago, the man deserves credit for putting out some of the best TWD content in the franchise including this show​@@Lillian.Gao.

[@robinvolpi]

Danai had a hand in cowriting the season but solely wrote, and was showrunner for, episode 4, which many claim is not only the best episode among the initial 4 but the most emotional. Where the heartfelt conversations ultimately happen between the two.

[@livingbyfaith1]

OMG..... That migh be the episode she tells him about their son. omg omg omg

[@csi2448]

@@livingbyfaith1 no spoilers, but the acting alone in that episode should get both of them some award nominations!

[@alkavonstra5479]

I'm sorry, how have you already watched EP 4?

[@robinvolpi]

@@alkavonstra5479 I haven't. Now WHEN and WHERE did I say that I have??

[@LittleYoki]

Ahhh I can’t wait!!!

[@SandraMorris51]

Incredible. This was better than I could even hope for. Just hearing Rick’s voice again was so good and Andrew Lincoln was amazing!

[@ReelRejects]

What would you rate the premiere Out Of 10?!

[@N3thStudios]

A solid 11/10 RICK IS BACK!

[@th1lakkumar]

7/10

[@Jacob_1218]

10/10

[@mrman6845]

9/10

[@dionwarwick8221]

10000

[@yjdaniel8237]

World Beyond was not meant to be a long running show. I actually liked it and it explained a lot about the CRM.

[@csi2448]

@@sk1nz28 just watch season 2 then. Cause season 2 is legitimately great, especially when Jadis shows up! It's basically all CRM stuff too

[@csi2448]

@@sk1nz28 unfortunately they're still in it. But they're more tolerable. Hope (who was always the best of bunch, IMO) is at the CRM for most of it. Iris is still as annoying as ever lol. Elton is still good. And Silas's storyline is pretty dope

[@robinvolpi]

Scott, Danai and Anthony worked on every episode together, with Episode 4 being written solely by Danai as well being placed as the showrunner. Also, Danai and Andrew are both EP's.

[@SinSinny]

TWD has been my fav show since I was a kid. Seeing this on cable in middle school and now seeing it last long enough to be releasing new seasons on streaming platforms man how times change I feel so old 😭😭 I’m only 23

[@HermioneGranger-sr4vz]

I started TWD back in 2015 when i was in high school now I’m 26 and have a job. Time flies by so fast !! Besides the Harry Potter franchise TWD is the only other one that stuck and will stick with me for years

[@mr.goodboi2780]

Exact same. Started watching in 2013 with my parents when I was 13, have watched every single episode of all 7 shows since.

[@tiffanyc4683]

Yes I’m the same age! Been watching twd since middle school too 😭🫶🏼

[@Jjw338]

This show/episode just screams what the Walking Dead was missing for season 10 and 11. There is no walking dead without Rick Grimes and Andrew Lincoln.

[@marennicholson5444]

I missed Rick and Michonne. Happy to have them back! Also lol George Orwell.

[@user-hp8ix8px2c]

The ending destroyed me I didn't expect this to happen so soon. All the years they've lost all the pain and sadness you could feel it from their eyes. Can't wait for next week omg

[@jarednzano]

"Do you mind if I just"..whip it out got me 😂

[@Toko_Saia]

It gave me a chuckle the first time, but re watching it just made me lose my shit. Idk why😂

[@jarednzano]

@@Toko_Saia I know right😂😂😂

[@thenerdywave2007]

So excited to see Greg and Michael react to this show! Rick Grimes is so great and cool! 👍

[@janellekirk1785]

The weapon that shot Rick and the helicopter down made the same spiral whistle sound as what Michonne shot at the hoard in the preview. I knew it was her right away and loved it! Surprised no one else has pointed that out in other reviews

[@whosdevin]

because it was extremely obvious?

[@janellekirk1785]

@whosdevin I thought so too, but everyone seemed pretty shocked to see Michonne pop up

[@kingxavierlovely]

Holy SHIT, quite possibly the best walking dead episode since the bridge. Andrew's narration, the cutting to the park bench scenes, the supporting actors, it was all clicking. So happy Andrew and Danai are executive producers on this. You can tell they love the characters and they have genuine curiosity about the walking dead world. I didn't watch Dead City, but if it's as good as this I may have to circle back for sure.

[@mr.goodboi2780]

Dead City and Daryl Dixon are fucking epic, I'd suggest watching both of them, considering they are probably going to cross over. World Beyond also is fun, and gives lots of lore.

[@JackFlicks]

Surprised to see this reaction! Absolutely loved the episode! Sparked my interest, kept me invested from beginning to end. Danai and Andrew are involved in the writing and are producers of the series, so some interesting episodes to look forward to!

[@ladyhotep5189]

Finally. Sheesh. Thought we'd never see michonne and rick share the screen again. There was so much exposition though geez louise . I know there was so much to get in. 6 episodes with one season just doesn't seem like enough. Can't wait for Rick to find out about Rick jr.

[@quikgold513]

Yes Thorn really was a shuddup already in the side.

[@TheMadSnorlax]

RIP to your fallen friend, and thanks for the coverage!

[@karenabenford8284]

I watched all of the spinoffs and there have been nuggets of the CRM in all of them. I'm glad that they have said up front that this series is about the love story of Rick and Michonne so people can stop expecting it to be about something else.

[@mattb7479]

As someone from Philadelphia, the idea that humanity has created a new civilization in Camden is absolutely hysterical to me.

[@MtpMuzik]

Seeing the scenes from the waterfront looking over at Philly was wild for me I didn’t realize it was going to be right down the road from me lmao

[@mattb7479]

@@MtpMuzik Right? My buddy lives at those blue Pier 3/5 apartments on the river next to the Ben Franklin and it's like, that's what their place looks like in the apocalypse I guess lol

[@MtpMuzik]

@@mattb7479 I like the idea that every major city fell in the zombie apocalypse, but New Jersey survived😂

[@michaeltessler]

Shhhh it’s a hidden city

[@alkavonstra5479]

​@@MtpMuzikbecause nobody wants to go there, not even during a zombie apocalypse.

[@WaysOfTheSith]

I like when you have this guy on he’s great and you two play off each other really well

[@Jadzebra]

That Rick impression was actually pretty good!

[@nickbraleystudios132]

This series could honestly contest for Emmys

[@diegoluna2549]

The whole thing was a real moment of feeling the vibe of the seasons of the original series. All crazy, Rick cutting his hand, his internal struggle and pain with himself. His fight with Okafor and his death was brutal. The spin off series is a real coup to revive the fandom for such a badass beginning. Andrew and Danai show that they are the best to see how they manage to convey a strong and beautiful feeling and that is undeniable.😭😭💓💓

[@thattrickytrickster612]

You also have to remember that Okafor specifically wanted Rick, not necessarily the higher ups of the CRM. While we know why he wants Rick, I'm curious to know why Okafor would want Thorne as well.

[@csi2448]

Unless it's explained, I'm just gonna assume they had a Jadis type mole that kept tabs on her

[@IsiahBradley]

RICK!!!! MICHONNE!!!!! Yes, I didn't think you'd cover it!!!!! THANKS!!!!!

[@carrytheflag3498]

This is definitely that leap. Kinda bummed about Okafor, that was a brilliant character. This entire episode is incredible. Rick's back baby!!! Cheers all!

[@user-ze8cu5vg6x]

Don't forget, Michonne would have killed Rick in that moment, if he hadn't cut his hand off years prior.... and had that metal prosthetic to block her Katana.

[@francisturner2482]

RICHONNE is back with a VENGEANCE 💪🏻💪🏿🔥🔥👊🏻👊🏿🥰😜🌹💞 THIS IS BY FAR THE BEST TWD UNIVERSE SPINOFF EVER ❤️🔥

[@getaloadofthisguy2927]

Someone mentioned Rick was the only one fighting the walkers that was wired to a crm soldier. Most likely because he’s escaped 3 times before

[@ThatShyGuyMatt]

I expected the guy to die in the helicopter. The way it was filmed you knew something was gonna kill him.

[@Gopackgoinfinity]

Also that helicopter from season 1 is not the CRM, it was the military we saw in season 3 that crashed and we saw the governor. We first seeing the CRM in season 7.

[@RicoSoprano_]

That’s what I thought unless I missed that.

[@jakebaker4066]

Okafor is so cool. Just the way he speaks. Hope we get some flashbacks with only him. Very unique character.

[@Gopackgoinfinity]

Season 1 of Daryl Dixon ended showing Carol and the second season is called The Book Of Carol

[@sufferyetgain]

Hopefully they have already seen it cuz u just spoiled it 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@Gopackgoinfinity]

@@sufferyetgainthat’s public knowledge my guy they announced that before season 1 came out

[@trentsnow9833]

Yes! So glad you guys are reacting to this. I’ll be here for all of them you can bet on it

[@thales8153]

I really love that Greg is catching up to TWD, even tho is not the same, there's still a lot of good episodes

[@Ryan-gz9xg]

That was epic!! Why can’t the walking dead always be this good. Is it simply the power of Andy lincoln

[@joebond545]

Fantastic episode, a real love letter to all the people who watched every spin off good or bad. Viewership numbers on dead city and daryl were surprisingly strong. TWD still has a large core fanbase. Now we just need this show to bring all the normies back in, rick and michonne are the perfect characters to do that

[@livingbyfaith1]

Yea, I have a feeling Rick/Andrew is done with TWD or TOWL. I don't know if he has any new shows or movies coming out. All I can say is that his name and Michonne will be the OG for the ZA. No one can beat their acting at this point. It's top-tier.

[@theonlyKingslayer]

Oh boy o boy. Very happy that you are covering this show. So excited for this journey. Rick is back babyyy

[@robinvolpi]

"The emotional companionship" of Rick & Michonne, huh? ;) Interesting interpretation.

[@daurydavis3983]

It's nice to see Lesley on screen again after Lucifer

[@dionwarwick8221]

My buddy Steven passed away and he was watching The walking Dead and was trying to catch up...😢 Wish he was here to watch this

[@michaeltessler]

Much love my friend.

[@Nishkaloo]

How HG Well also joined the table with Orson Welles and George Orwell 😂. This was super fun. Definitely jumping back into TWD with Rick and Michonne back. Hope you do more!

[@secoopjohnp]

That scene where Rick and Okafor are talking in the helicopter. Gets me everytime. The music. The dialogue from Rick about his family before the outbreak. That whole sequence is one of the best in the entire Walking Dead. Felt like a legit movie drama, and that’s something the walking dead has always seemed to struggle achieving in the prior episodes.

[@Bdaychick]

One of the best episodes of the entire series. Easy. Can’t wait to see how this all plays out!

[@adrianmorales5770]

"This is better than all spinoffs!"... truer words have never been spoken

[@robinvolpi]

The dream-state Michonne scenes were a smart addition for the story that they're attempting to tell. Would a man who is trying desperately to get home to his family NOT dream about his family?? ;) lol He's depressed, tired, somewhat defeated and his dreams are trying him to his past - and yet in a more appealing/pleasing backdrop.... they ARE his DREAMS, after all. ;) And dreams are often odd - yet with an occasional message or meaning. Michonne telling Rick that he isn't "stuck" for example... kind of a heady subliminal pep talk, if you will. :) Those scenes were purpose-filled and logical. The audience should see the Michonne character outside of running around, killing Walkers and saving Rick - although one might say that these images that he was dreaming up, WERE saving him, in a way. ;) My two cents. 😎

[@Pfruit0916]

💯agree. Rick is defeated at this point. His life is a cycle of misery & he misses his wife desperately. He’s always said how lucky he felt having found her & how she led. So to me it makes perfect sense that he’d dream up peaceful uncomplicated moments where he meets her & just gets to be with her. Also her repeatedly saying “I believe in you” and “are you where you want to be” is definitely his subconscious using her to push him forward.

[@robinvolpi]

@@Pfruit0916 Yes! Without question.

[@xswish13x]

I fell out of the Walking dead right around when Rick left. But this show has me back in.

[@masoncorrea5224]

rejects doing rick grimes LETS GOOOOOO

[@jasondavidstapleton8337]

i freaked out when Rick chopped his hand

[@ImAce.]

Didn’t expect you guys to cover this but glad y’all are!

[@Jordashian93]

Glad to see Rick and Michonne return

[@jazzyjay3881]

What a nice surprise to see you covering it!

[@marcusmcgill4423]

@ReelRejects Just now realized that the woman with Rick is Maze (Leslie Ann Brandt) from Lucifer.

[@Brockm00]

Already seen ep 2 your 100% correct it follows her up until she sees him again

[@RiverRockXIII]

i liked this more than the Actual main show. this was so good.

[@Gopackgoinfinity]

Finally I’ve been waiting for this.

[@sociald4515]

Jadis said Rick was a B to save his life.

[@lajaness4026]

Rest in peace to his friend

[@connoriquada5429]

The band thing was dealt with so interestingly to me. Because during the actual main show they sorta teased him maybe loosing it on several occasions, but it got to a point where everyone sorta figured that if they were going to do it then they already probably would have when he’d actually lost it in the comics. But they didn’t. And then in this series he just does it so fast and out of no where. It’s not even because he got bit or anything like that. But I loved it because it made his escape feel so desperate. And then he doesn’t even escape too, it’s just wild.

[@th1lakkumar]

I never thought you would react to my favourite show ❤❤

[@KrauzerUTH]

Jadis was the one making the phones for rick, shes an artist after all.

[@cincinnatipedalsteel4347]

Walkers for energy isn’t a new development…. It was introduced in dead city. Rick had just said why they don’t want him, or anyone else to leave; secrecy above all else….. for that reason they didn’t let anyone leave.

[@KevinSpringer69420]

Been waiting for years for this.

[@littlemiller6]

Chefs kiss 🫰

[@purplehax1091]

honestly Thorne is a way more better character and unforgettable character than the whole group in world beyond

[@NickTovA]

Greg's Rick impression makes me wish for a complete TWD reaction series

[@kevinmandevil9842]

Great intro Greg. Even the dark humor but not one “CARL!” Missed opportunity! 😂

[@KrazyEight]

the blood on his face just disappeared lol

[@diegoluna2549]

It made me feel a great excitement of many expectations and a life experience for the first episode. It was crazy from start to finish. And I feel like they'll have Michonne explained in the next episode. 😍😍

[@bryanthernandez9769]

Can’t believe we finally have Comic Rick

[@UltraNamelesss]

Rick had blood on his face in the helicopter. When he took mask off he was clean.

[@lindbergh8330]

Tbh i didnt have high hope in this but the first episode really caught me off guard. The cinematography, the sound, the writing is so much better than I expected

[@svenheimes2494]

Nice to see that they use both Fear and WB footage and callbacks. Amazing start 😊😊😊😊

[@Liffey_Brown]

I remember watching this channel all the way back when the force awakens trailer came out

[@saltyhero8698]

Tbh I had only ever been the comics fan, but this episode really peaked my interest. Can’t wait!

[@vonniestewart4416]

yall need to watch Lucifer...she was the sexy demon sidekick Maize on there. Awesome show

[@TheRealZOLO1]

NO WAY, I can't wait to see your full coverage on this. I'm go glad Andrew Lincoln came back for Rick. It's better with him

[@bobbyfischer9927]

This episode was pretty damn amazing.. I just loved hearing Rick’s voice again. Gregs Rick impression was actually pretty damn good 😂😂😂

[@Lillian.Gao.]

lol Greg is really me rn with this show - just here for the lolz and Michael is geeking out all over him 😅

[@rubenlopez3364]

There are no ROOLZ

[@kennymccormick9973]

Man we're LAWST!!!

[@brucifer2332]

The Rick Grimes impersonation is insanely good 😆

[@RiverRockXIII]

that intro got sliced off harder than Ricks hand jesus christ haha

[@jjjj7197]

I feel like even though a lot of ppl fell off there still is a core fanbase that loves the world that has been created. Hopefully, ppl give it a chance :)

[@christiannoble5750]

I loved it 10/10 Rick is back 😁😁😁

[@chaplinsgirl]

This is my first time seeing anything in The Walking Dead universe so I don't mind the exposition at all. This episode was a banger. I'm so invested in Rick and Michonne.

[@fojemo1661]

Wooooow I was not expecting a Walking Dead reaction from you guys! I love this so much ❤️❤️❤️

[@LittleYoki]

I’m so excited you guys are doing this show I love the analysis at the end!

[@mr.goodboi2780]

It was really fascinating watching you guys discuss this at the end because it was like seeing the distinct two different types of TV viewers, those who like character and atmosphere and those who like lore and scope. I find it fascinating because in the era of spin-offs and universes it feels like everybody can find something to enjoy in these, but are also frustrated by certain elements on each side as well. I can see why you guys both made your case for what you felt about it, especially with Greg saying he wishes it would slow down. I feel like if he had watched all these years at the fandom's pace he'd feel different though. Also, I like that someone else liked World Beyond, cute is the same exact word I used to discuss it. Also, I'm glad we're all on the same page that Fear became total trash, lmao. But if Greg really liked Season 10C he should give Fear a shot, he'd probably really enjoy it. Good discussion. Excited for upcoming episodes.

[@DriftDweeb]

The Rick impression is too accurate 😂😂

[@brendancombs2361]

Omg I hope this gonna be a long series😭❤️I’m so glad you guys are doing this please keep it up!!! I’m so excited

[@GregScottBailey]

VERY happy to see you guys doing a Reaction on this. I've been hooked since Day 1 with the tv version of The Walking Dead. I've got one more season of Fear to finish and then apparently I missed some webisodes over the years?... but otherwise I'm caught up on the expanded shows and this is what I've been hoping they would do for a while since Andrew Lincoln stepped off the show to be with his family (totally understandable reason to walk away for a bit). And I was glad Marvel work didn't take Danai/Michonne away from The Walking Dead for too long, even though I'm always torn if I like Michonne or Okoye more. (small spoiler commentary) I'm hoping they do touch on the climbers and variant zombies at some point too.

[@yvngbadger71]

Just wanted to say not only did i not expect this this is INSANE! Also MICHAEL ON MORE SHOWS LFG‼️ also condolences 💐! Glad to bee back been super busy ! RR4L

[@CrimsonRoblox]

Damn it's been soooo long since these guys watched The Walking Dead. I thought y'all hated it?