The Walking Dead: Entire Series Retrospective & Ranking

[@GeneralPenguiniscool]

Sorry guys, I can't do anything tonight. The Thrifty Typewriter uploaded a 4 hour restrospective on a show I have no previous experience with or attachment to

[@dahannes6739]

Then why are you subscribed

[@SpenceyWencey-tz7lp]

@@dahannes6739because this is an amazing channel?

[@vrgamer3371]

"can you work tonight" Yeaaaa about that......

[@pixador13]

Seems first two commenter's misinterpreted og posters.. post. *shrug*

[@nikkydalby7126]

@@dahannes6739 ​​⁠you do realize Thrifty Typewriter doesn’t just make videos on The Walking Dead, right?

[@SupcioX]

Even tho i watched every single one of them, i will rewatch them because YOU ARE THE BEST to listen to and to watch.

[@piper4490]

Agreed!!!!

[@Drex_lord]

Fun Fact: Mathew Lillard (Shaggy from live action Scooby due, stu from scream) was cast as Negan. They did want Jeffery Dean Morgan and he was the first pick, but there were worries about scheduling conflicts, so they did the standered casting process and Mathew Lillard was the best, but right before he signed the contract Jeffery Dean Morgan scheduled cleared so he was cast instead

[@milk-eg7xi]

"like zoinks, glenn. i just popped your eyeball out!"

[@Courier_Seven]

Kinda wish it went the other way. Cant believe we missed out on shaggy negan.

[@dylanmonstrum1538]

​@Courier_Seven I feel like he could have been reeaally good... but I can't imagine him being as intimidating, he's just not as physically imposing. Not that Negan is huge, its just that Lillard is lanky. I thought Robert Pattinson was going to be a trash batman... after watching Batman, I give all actors the benefit of the doubt.

[@kaineshigaraki5253]

He would’ve pulled it off. It would’ve done wonders for his career. It would’ve been different though.

[@cadeflores8]

I would love to see you make a “what if” video on if Frank Darabont had remained the director for the entire show. I think it’s a really interesting topic to theorize on because the show would’ve been much shorter and I was always curious how he’d direct the prison arc, Terminus, Alexandria, Negan, etc.. Those first two seasons are so nostalgic and it’s the biggest shame that Darabont was fired… the second biggest shame being that season 3 was the last time we ever hear The Mercy of the Living

[@Jiro388]

I feel like many more important comic moments would have been implemented and rick and carls relationship would be a lot better and carls character would be much better. But they probably struggled with Carl bc he’s a lot younger in the comic

[@IronFreakV]

Durabont hade very interesting plans , for example remember that random zombie in the tank that Rick shoots in the first episode ? He was supposed to be the lead character of a prequel-esque line of episodes exploring how society fell apart during the outbreak. Could've been so cool to see , never forget how AMC butchered the show simply because they wanted more episodes so they could milk the show's success rather than letting the story be told

[@Jiro388]

@@IronFreakVI mean at least they let Vince do his thing

[@creed8712]

Would have seen everyone from the Mist in the show and starkiller/Maul would have turned into a zombie

[@kellydavid8169]

Oh, heck yeah!!! Happy Sunday to me!!! You rock, Thrifty!

[@JosiahL87]

The Atlanta survivor camp only calls them walkers once Rick does (which he got from Morgan). They are always referred to as geeks before Rick uses the term walker.

[@vrgamer3371]

Fun fact a geek is a circus carny that would chase and eat animals seemingly endless

[@thethriftytypewriter]

This is mostly true, but there is a moment in the third episode when Glenn arrives in the Challenger where Shane says “are you trying to bring every Walker here” or something like that. I think it’s mostly just a writing mishap though.

[@maryammenalagha8989]

@@thethriftytypewriter it can just be a term that a few local news station used?

[@bell5a_xox]

But Glen calls them walkers when he contacts Rick via radio in the tank? Right?

[@juniorquinones4740]

They’re called biters

[@leinagniust6399]

are you underestimating my wi-fi network?

[@The_Sleepiest_Socialist]

Well, he’s definitely overestimating mine.

[@evan2623]

Imma kiss the both of yall

[@billfromnxtdoor5575]

I'm on data right now :(

[@gregoryellory9760]

The darkest scene for me has definitely got to be the terminus flash back and you see and hear that women say "not again" and hearing the screams from other people in the background was chilling

[@lightningmonky7674]

"Even though you were wrong, you were still right" One of my favorite walking dead quotes

[@saraibayles9582]

@@lightningmonky7674 who is this again?

[@lightningmonky7674]

@saraibayles9582 this was Carol to Rick after they finally pulled up to Alexandria, and all of ricks fear quickly subsided to relief, it was a beautiful moment and one of the many emotional moments that makes this my favorite show of all time. And it's all capped off with this beautiful sentiment by Carol and it shows not only why Rick is such a great leader but why the rest of the group are great followers. They all rightly out their faith in Rick and try to do right by him

[@saraibayles9582]

@@lightningmonky7674 right! Thanks

[@BusterScruggs554]

Thrifty my mother and I love The Walking Dead and love your videos on it. Thanks for making these🙏

[@Comicbroe405]

Lol I waiting for the S10 and you just dropped the whole series retrospective. Definitely gonna be coming back here when I rewatch.

[@gamewriteeye769]

The big video is finally here! This is the end of TWD retrospective as we know it. Been following you doing this series throughout 2024. Cheers on the new year to your achievement, Thrifty 🥂! And farewell to TWD as we know it.

[@ScofieldStudios]

This has been one of my favorite video series. Good job, can't wait to see what you do next. Also, do you have any interest in covering Daryl Dixon season 2 or are you done with TWD?

[@thethriftytypewriter]

I’m not done with TWD, still got more coming including a DD season 2 vid.

[@_Devil]

Shoutout my homie Frank Darabont. They did you dirty, bro. We should've had the energy of those first 2 seasons carried through the entire show.

[@dieseluk2k]

For real. TWD took a huge L with Gimble, Kang did her best but as the show runner she couldn't compare to Darabont.

[@ScofieldStudios]

I love season 3 and 4, but the first two seasons were made by a literal oscar-winner.

[@aaronharmon6919]

Also in “what happens and what’s going on” you can see spray painted on walls “wolves are near” teasing the wolves later in the season/start of season 6

[@thekingofrap6320]

You know I’ve watched all the other retrospective videos, but I’m still gonna watch this entire thing anyway.

[@Brutustolfo]

Genuinely, please do a video on the first three seasons of Fear The Walking Dead and nothing else after that 🙏

[@elderscrollslad3062]

First three seasons of fear are absolutely brilliant and has some of the best walking dead content. I loved the start but oh boy.. how it went down hill

[@Proyapper9]

I AGREE WITH MY HEART

[@Thegoat7484]

I though season 1 and 2 were decent but season 3 of fear rivals the first 5 season of the walking dead

[@IronFreakV]

I absolutely loved season 1 but lost interest in the show somewhere in season 2, since then I've only heard about it going downhill and such - is season 3 worth a watch?

[@lsmetankal]

Yeah, FTWD is really hard to watch after season 3. Impossible even lol😅

[@Jtroberts777]

Dude I love you. For my nerdy satisfaction- PLEASE do a rating of all episodes to see which ones are your favorite.

[@jonathanparker6209]

You dropped this like Nintendo dropping the switch 2. "Here it is, dang!" 😂

[@wellmanfarms9855]

Thanks so much for bringing TWD back to life again- I just love to listen to your perspective!! I hope you cover the From series- very deep and interesting You keep me company and keep me sane in this crazy world. Love this so much- You are very appreciated

[@thethriftytypewriter]

Been binging FROM all month. Expect some videos on that soon. Glad I can help ❤️

[@jacobkim4632]

@@thethriftytypewriterlet’s gooooo. Super underrated show

[@joshualood9857]

super happy to see you make this compilation and wrap up the TWD retrospective thrifty! amazing work as always

[@AwesomeTheAsim]

I've been rewatching the recaps, this makes things much easier. Thank you!

[@readyupgames2781]

Heck yes! Knew you were coming through, well worth the wait. just rewatched the others past couple weeks ha but will watch them again all the way through to the new stuff

[@tornizzythegreat749]

I was wondering when, you’d drop the next Season retrospective but MANNNNNNNNNN this will do just fine, thank you so much man❤️🫶🏾

[@Killixn_]

Did I just finish a nearly 4-hour series retrospective on a show I've never even watched? Why yes! Yes I did - and I'd do it again. But seriously, I never got into this show as it wasn't my cup of tea but I really enjoyed this entire movie of a video. I remember how absolutely huge this show was and how it was on everyone's lips when I was in high school. Even though it wasn't my thing, I still wondered what happened on the show for it to go so wrong for fans. The amount of people that just stopped talking about it when they were so obsessed before interested me, so thanks for this video! It was very informative and entertaining. Subscribed 😤🔥

[@nicogonzalez7860]

The commonwealth not being linked to the CRM is the biggest fumble ever.

[@liamwylieMMA]

Thanks for all you hard work nothing hits harder then your intro 😊

[@miguelmoreno4582]

I just found your channel this week and… it’s great! Keep up the good work!

[@babs_3648]

The scene with Lori appalled at Rick for killing Shane is misinterpreted in my opinion. She wasn’t appalled by him killing Shane, she was furious that Carl was forced to put reanimated Shane down even though it was to save his father. She never wanted Carl to be exposed to that kind of trauma so young and blamed Rick for putting Carl in that position, even though Rick didn’t realize Carl was following him until it was too late. Also, I’ve watched all your walking dead recaps and absolutely love these and have not come across any other channel that puts these together so well and easily digestible for general viewers. I’ve rewatched TWD an embarrassing amount of times and while I also gain new perspectives every watch, I genuinely enjoy hearing yours and reading the comments. You do such a great job and I sincerely hope you get some type of partnership with the franchise/brand lol

[@thethriftytypewriter]

I’m still hoping I get some sort of partnership or brand deal too! 😂 it’s all done out of my love for TWD and thank you for the kind words!

[@babs_3648]

@@thethriftytypewriterfingers crossed 🤞🏾😂 we’ll forge a petition if we have to!!

[@saraibayles9582]

@@babs_3648 I totally agree with your opinion. I generally think Lori gets a really bad rep without people looking into her internal conflict much

[@babs_3648]

@@saraibayles9582 Right! She’s definitely not Parent of the Year that season and neither is Rick when you think about it, but I’d say her reaction in that scene was justified

[@dylanmonstrum1538]

Yeah I agree, she was even putting in Rick's head that he SHOULD do it. When they're in the tent she was saying something along the lines of "if you did this to protect what's yours, what would Shane do? Shane thinks we're his." (Refering to Carl and Lorrie) She knew Rick knew that he wouldn't be able ro be persuaded, so she was basically saying that he's gotta go.

[@tidepride86]

What a friggin awesome video man. Great damn job!

[@CLStudios_]

So glad you posted this looking forward to watching the whole thing 🔥🔥

[@Arkanyte]

Calling Lance a "low" kinda hurts. I think he could've been one of the best villains of the show along with Pope, had he been written better, but he is still a good villain. One of my favorite points in S11

[@blastypie]

Finally got around to finishing this and it is so interesting to hear all your thoughts on this show! Def my favorite TWD retrospective videos to listen to. These vids are what got me around to watching the later seasons, and while I certainly enjoyed some more than others, I think my opinion for the series and characters overall improved. I love all things zombie and supernatural, and this is one of the ones that introduced me to these genre.

[@CaptainSoftboy501]

I WAS LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TO LISTEN TO WHILE I REARRANGE MY ROOM AND YOU SHOW UP LETS FRICKING GOOOOOOOOO 😆😆😆

[@dylanmonstrum1538]

Same! Doing a biiiig clean, walls and windows ect Its good to have something fun to listen to

[@mm277hb]

your videos always make me want to binge watch the walking dead all over again for the umphteenth time.

[@claytonwardell]

Such an underrated channel 🙌🏽

[@Unhiptiger5207]

I just started rewatching these yesterday 😂😂😂😂😂 what a time to get caught up 😭 I was hoping for the new seasons so thank you

[@annademo]

While the Lori delusion scenes were very hokey, Rick's distraught reaction to her death left me crying. Lincoln should have gotten an Emmy just for that single performance.

[@joshlettiere3363]

Thanks for the content man I love the video. What a great series. Have a good one

[@Jiro388]

One of the worst things the show did was reveal everyone was already infected before the prison arc. They could have revealed it with loris death and Rick trying to find her and having to put her down. They really toned down the prison arc in the show

[@justinpatton6996]

They could not do what they did in the comic. Way too dark

[@dylanmonstrum1538]

​@@justinpatton6996What happened?

[@justinpatton6996]

@@dylanmonstrum1538 let’s just say a killer in the mist, double S word. The realization of everyone turning. The prisoners might not be good but maybe. Tyrese fighting zombies. Carol S word. There’s so much that couldn’t be shown and things I can’t say on KZbin

[@dylanmonstrum1538]

@justinpatton6996 Oh MAN, I gotta look this up! Thank you!

[@justinpatton6996]

@ you’re welcome it’s a good read

[@azuma90s32]

awesome video, big WalkingDead fan ,started watching from the very first episode .

[@Praterchrisman]

You’re the best man would love to see a video of your top 10 episodes ranked

[@cdr72916]

I feel like the criticism of Lori not keeping an eye on Carl is warranted, but at the same time, Rick deserves that criticism just as much. They both just kind of let him do whatever he wanted, when most parents would have never let their kids out of sight in this situation.

[@salvadorcardenas9317]

I think people (myself included) give Rick the pass bc he's clearly shown being very busy with other group related activities despite not officially being the leader in Season 2, he pretty much is in all aspects but name.

[@PigossiWhisky17]

​@@salvadorcardenas9317Yeah but, Lori is a human being too, she won't be able to be with Carl 24 hours a day. I don't blame Rick or Lori, just Carl, he's 12 years old and knows what's right and wrong. He's extremely disobedient.

[@Banana.Recaps]

You narrate the story skillfully, highlighting the best details without revealing too much of the plot.

[@tonyvillota21]

Season 10 Alpha November season 11 Commonwealth December Awesome series and awesome show. I love Twd so much and even through it’s low point I still enjoy it somehow.I’m glad to have hear your retrospective and thoughts on this show overall. One of your greatest videos yet thrifty.

[@dahannes6739]

Beo you know there's 12 months right?

[@JacqiaGalle]

Thank you for finishing the series you always give excellent content ❤❤❤

[@curtishewitt4108]

Thank you so much for doing this!!! I loved every minute of it!!!

[@kriskeleigh6956]

I actually worked on the show from season 7 to 10 one of the main reasons that Carl was killed off was because there was a lot of tension behind the scenes between his family him and the show runners. And I mean a lot.

[@saraibayles9582]

YESSS! I've been waiting for this one

[@amyclarke4244]

Well I know what I'm doing after I drop my daughter to school! Appreciate the dedication you've put into every TWD based video. (Only watched the TWD videos as I only watched the whole series last year🤣)

[@teenagemutantammnite8944]

what a journey, this show is the definition of 'a roller-coster of emotions' and I've loved watching this series. Also, are you going to do a review of Daryl Dixon season 2?

[@fireapplejuice4371]

Imma fallasleep watching this and probably watch this thing like 5 times to make sure I don't miss anything while I'm asleep 😂

[@PigossiWhisky17]

I hate how everyone keeps saying "Lori is a bad mother" when Carl was never in danger while she was alive. How many times was Carl in danger on Rick's watch? Multiple times, Carl was shot twice, he always ran away from Alexandria, he stole a car and almost ran over Enid, he broke into Negan's sanctuary and died bc he was helping a stranger, all on Rick's responsibility.

[@MGillDesign]

Season 1 and Season 2 were so good.... I wish i could unsee it and watch it all over again (for the first time)... No zombie show will ever capture the magic that is Season 1 & 2.

[@cldavis9849]

Off topic to this one, but just watched the Crazies after your video on it a while back. Such a great movie and already looking forward to the rewatch lol

[@pamysue]

Great video! I really enjoyed it. I had seen all the separate videos but this all in one sitting is the best. Probably because I agree with just about all of your opinions. ✌💖😀

[@austinattack]

thank you for putting them all together!!!

[@jacobpratt4711]

Perfect for my long drive today!

[@DourFlower]

I love this show and your passion helps me remember why even through the bad episodes

[@paolaalexandrabaena7591]

Did I already watched every retrospective video? Yes. Am I watching this 3 hour video anyways? Yes

[@Devlove3]

Fear the Walking Dead retrospective when? In all seriousness, thanks for making this video. I really got to look back and reflect on my childhood and early to mid teens watching this show ❤

[@iamdevdiv]

Banger!

[@KylarPlayz]

This just made my day! Keep up the great content bro! 🔥

[@TheEldritchL]

I'd watched the previous months as they released but i think im gonna have a retrospective on your retrospective and watch all of it again 😂

[@Tattooed_Shaman]

Such a great video my friend once I do my re watch I will certainly re watch this been a fan of the walking dead from the beginning great to still see peoples love for the show after all these years 🧟‍♂️

[@zoltankoncz1996]

Awesome video man! Thanks for all you’ve done for TWD community 💀

[@CanesToast]

Perfect video to watch while doing Sunday morning chores 😄

[@__babymexico3980]

Thank you for these videos always watch from beginning to end 💯

[@EvanKerley]

There goes my sleep tonight but I reckon it’s gonna be worth it. Thanks as always Thrifty 🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤

[@sebas7tian533]

Hey thrift would love to see more supernatural analysis videos just started watching and I noticed that you made some in the past, but would love to see you do more episodes

[@GMJ33]

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[@tuirseach9895]

Cheers mate was looking for this

[@RenzSauce]

I Love how you put RE save room theme❤

[@flashinthepan3273]

They never did figure out to get the hell out of the Forrest and swamps lol. Always traipsing through places they can be ambushed. Brilliant leadership 😂

[@poopoo7705]

Its just way cheaper to film in the woods lmao

[@IEatBooksForBreakfast]

Earliest I’ve ever been to a video and I’ve never seen any of your others 😂

[@gkiller23ify]

The Walking Dead has a special place in my heart, because it was one of the first shows that actually made me take tv seriously instead of just having it has background noise. I really used to argue with people that the TWD was better than GOT lol. Rick Grimes is also my favorite tv protagonist ever, seeing him change over the seasons really hit. TWD was great for me all the way up to season 8, and the Carl death definitely killed the show for me.

[@ThotdFan127]

Loved hearing some deep cuts from Resident Evil Zero playing in the back during the Season 11 section.

[@Sinreven]

I still think, that despite its many later fumbles and dropped balls Walking dead the tv show did something you don't see in tv shows. it had plenty of heart, it felt like it was striving for more than just one season. Sure there are plenty of limited series and seasons that only need 1 season, but Walking Dead was something that i am glad got how many seasons it got. There is still plenty of things to talk about in regards to stories in this universe. For me it was always the characters and their interconnections like Rick and Shane, Carl and Judith, and personally my favourite Rick and Michonne. Andrew Lincoln and Danai Gurira, as Rick and Michonne both sold their roles perfectly, for me at least.

[@saraibayles9582]

@@Sinreven you said all of this very well

[@justinpatton6996]

Heck you’re idea would have been a better series finale with CRM vs Commonwealth and Rick coming back could have wrapped everything up. Guess TOWL is that wrap up. Thanks for the retrospective of TWD I can’t wait to see what else you do buddy. Thank you 3000

[@Austin-sw3mf]

I have such a soft spot for TWD. I was a big fan of the comics when I was in high school and followed every detail about the series obsessively after it was announced. I left Voodoo Fest early on Halloween 2010 just so I could watch the premiere and encore, and it was a part of my life throughout my 20s and early 30s as I went through college and went on to enter the workforce. It wasn't perfect, especially near the end, but the vibes and nostalgia will live with me forever.

[@arabellathesupervillain]

1:17:13 I have something to say about Beth Greene. As an avid Walking Dead fan, I remember when she was first introduced and I found myself unable to care about her because she came off as whiny and unable or unwilling to adapt to the world around her. So by the time we make it to the prison falling at the end of season 3, I was worried about what kind of story telling we'd get with her, because prior to season 4 and 5, she didn't have that much story to tell, which makes sense as there were more pressing story beats that needed that time. Thus, my idea of Beth was that she was simply a background character that was there to act as a filler member of the group in a way. Then when making it to season 4 with her storyline with Daryl, I really started to warm up to her. I think her most important scene in Season 4 is during the episode titled "Still". Her dialogue with Daryl in Season 4 Episode 12 hit extremely hard for me. It almost felt like Beth wasn't just talking to Daryl, but also in a way, the audience. "I know you just look at me and see another dead girl. I'm not Michonne, I'm not Carol, I'm not Maggie. I survived and you don't get it cause I'm not like you or them, but I made it." Whether it was by sheer luck, or because of her learning about survival, or even the people around her protecting her, she survived. She made it all that time even if Daryl or the audience didn't think it made sense. That was when I finally started to look at Beth with a new mindset. The reason I found her to be as insufferable as I did in the beginning was because I was comparing her to Maggie, Michonne, Carol, and everyone else in the group, but the thing is, she wasn't them. When watching season 5, her main storyline in the hospital was interesting. She had to be cunning, smart, strong, and she was. When comparing Beth to Noah, two characters who are very similar in regards to their abilities and situation, I found Beth to be the stronger survivor of the two. I caught myself thinking that and came to the realization that Beth had changed in a drastic way. Maybe not as drastic as Rick or others, but for Beth, for who she was prior to the world becoming what it did, Beth had a drastic change for Beth's standards. She had grown into such a smart, kind-hearted and determined survivor, which completely juxtaposes the quiet, meek girl who tried to end her own life in season 2. So by the time we make it to the Mid Season Finale for Season 5, when we lose Beth, I couldn't help but feel as though there was so much wasted potential. That Beth was wasted potential. She was given pretty much an entire half season to be a primary character where she proved she could survive on her own, and it all was cut too short, in my opinion upon initially watching it when it premiered. (Also Side Note: I do have to personally disagree on the Daryl/Beth romance Idea simply because there is so much throughout the show that alludes to Daryl being Queer to some degree, like his toxic familial relationships and why they were so hard on him and wanting him to "be a man", why he never had a relationship for the longest time within the show, which further shows his isolation in a new light upon rewatch, as well as the amount of storylines Daryl got with Aaron, and a little bit of Eric, once the group gets to Alexandria in the tail end of season 5 and all of season 6. Aaron tries to relate to Daryl because they're both "outsiders" amongst the Alexandrite's. From day one, I always viewed Daryl as a Queer character closeted out of fear and conformity due to his home life, and thus only viewed Daryl and Beth as having a Brother/Sister relationship and Daryl and Carol having a Mother/Son relationship. I feel those mindsets completely recontextualize those three characters and their scenes in the show, mainly Daryl in a really profound way. However, that is just my personal opinion and head canon, so do with that what you will.) Upon rewatching this show with my boyfriend recently, I found myself viewing Beth in a completely different light. I didn't find her insufferable in season 2, because her father told/taught her that their family members in the barn weren't dead, only sick. So she watched a bunch of strangers she was starting to warm up to essentially murder her family. She wasn't a "whiny" girl who refused to adapt, she was a scared teenage girl who's entire world fell apart because she was lied to about the state of her zombified family. Not intentionally, or at least not with malice in mind, but lied to nonetheless. I started to look at Beth based on who she was and what we see instead of those around her. Yes, Maggie caught on faster, but Maggie was an adult. Many forget that Beth was a child when this all started. (Which is also why I was never a fan of, nor agreed with Daryl and Beth romances). Then in Season 3, she decided to step up, not in any major way like Maggie did, but still did in her own way. She started killing walkers, sang for a Morale boost, helped take care of Judith, etc. She began to grow, change and adapt at her own pace. By the time we get to season 4, she becomes jaded, not allowing herself to feel or grieve because she's tired of being viewed as weak by the others. Then in season 5 she becomes her own character. Finds strength she didn't know she had, uses her ability to come off as meek to be a wolf in sheep's clothing among the hospital group. She even killed her first human, which is a huge step for her as Glenn at this point in the story have still not crossed that bridge. Then, she proves to Dawn that she isn't invulnerable. She shows Dawn that all it takes is one choice, one little deviant action to throw everything you thought you had in control into chaos, but it ended up costing her life. That to me is not wasted potential. She lived up to her potential, which makes me take a hard second look at her and what she represents. So, I think I finally have my answer. Beth was never wasted potential, she was a potential that was lived up to. She did everything right in terms of learning to survive, making hard choices, using her strengths to her advantage, but even though she made all that progress, she still ended up dying. I think what her character represents is that you can start off weak, start off without the proper training or knowledge to make it, but you can still take the time to grow and learn. And even though you can take the time to prepare yourself, no amount of preparation can stop real world scenarios. Beth learning to survive and proving she could do so, even on her own, wasn't enough to save her. Just goes to show, you can do everything right and still wind up dead at the end of the day. A brutal reminder to the group of survivors that anything can happen even to those who are capable. That's at least, how I like to look at her character upon a rewatch. However, I totally get Thrifty's point of view when it comes to discussing the show's bigger problem at hand which is shock for the sake of shock. I do think Beth and quite a few other character's ends could've been handled with a bit more grace and poise. I do wish Maggie had more moments of asking or talking about Beth, as I think that would help alleviate some issues with the writing. But yeah, everything I said above still stands. Sorry for the long comment, I have my degree in writing and I love analyzing stuff.

[@ENZTH89]

them not having a place to go after the prison was one of the biggest questions for me. like they had everything planned except what to do if something happened was odd and they all just started ending up in the same place with the coincidence

[@ixswiftthief6336]

Incredible video can't wait for more twd content!

[@ophelia.13]

you’re literally the best twd creator on here istg

[@ThestuffthatSaralikes]

I stopped watching a few episodes after Rick left. I just couldn’t get back into the story. This is gonna be awesome, I can tell already.

[@kingmob1972]

Wow!! Great video!!!❤❤❤

[@peterpetrelli2529]

I remember how in season 11 there was a scene with Rosita telling Carol about a dream where she saw Abraham screaming and trying to warn her about danger but never getting close enough to her. That made me realize how cool it would have been if that dream had been some kind of foreshadowing of the real danger of the reapers and Abe was trying to warn Rosita that Pope was actually Abraham's brother named Broderic Ford who was seeking revenge for his brother's death and that's why he attacked Maggie knowing that she was part of the group that Abraham joined and that Broderic considers guilty of his brother's death. That's why even though he could have easily killed her Broderic left Maggie alive so that she could lead him to the others and get revenge on everyone responsible for his loss. This would be a really simple way to tie the events of the past into the present and give the Reapers a greater purpose than just being a necessary plot device. And to make things even more interesting, they could keep Pope's identity a secret until the end of episode 8 when Broderic takes off his Reaper mask for the first time, revealing to everyone that he's Abraham's twin brother. That way, Michael Cudlitz could return for a surprise appearance in a special episode.

[@Bubbebelogus]

It’s day 11 and I’m only 45 mins into this 4 hour video that I have full intentions on finishing. I am the walking dead.

[@liamwylieMMA]

The best TWD channel❤

[@Rough_Estimates]

Hope you cover Mr. Robot someday, love your work

[@Allisonszxo]

I am SOO HERE for the 4 hr video!!! LETS GOOOO

[@DarknessDust]

I understood the HP 5th book reference like you wouldn't believe I dislike that one SO MUCH xD

[@brya9681]

omg I love the idea of the news saying "call them walkers so we're all on the same page".

[@quicobrujo3951]

Hey man! I love all your work, just an idea for more TWD content. How about an analysis on the episode focusing on Beth and Daryl when they burn that cabin. I think it's a really good episode and I also think a lot of people misinterpret the relationship between Daryll and Beth (I don't think it was romantic but I think a lot of people thought it was). Could you do a video analysis on this S4 episode?

[@NbaCaponeee]

The people who say negans people were the victims from the outpost annoy me like they literally hurt people and took half of every communities supplies like what 💀

[@landoncopenhaver]

FINALLY IT HAS COME! I finished the series a couple weeks ago, I watched seasons 1-8 at airing but never watched 9-11. I then watched The Ones Who Live and am currently on season 2 of Daryl Dixon. Gonna watch Dead City next

[@handsomeman9433]

Nice to hear your back in action! Dead city may be the spinoff with the best going for it long term wise

[@AlexandriaVirginia-s9t]

In what capacity?​@@handsomeman9433

[@saraibayles9582]

@@handsomeman9433 definitely

[@angelguzman477]

Massive quality difference between number 8 and 7, your ranking is the exact same ranking as me, down to the last ranking

[@jameslloyd1677]

Brilliant video anad analysis again mate. Are you going to continue with the Lost and Game of Thrones season retrospectives?

[@regent2125]

Happy Sunday Thrifty 😊

[@KAAPUCHE]

I just finished a 8hours retrospective from another channel.. So i'll watch yours right away

[@plaguedoctor4519]

So good to see you back Thrifty!! I was kinda worried when you went radio silent for a while but you were probably keeping us in suspense for this beautiful thing to drop!! Hope you had an amazing Christmas and New Year's!! ❤