Happy Valentine's Day! Today is the one day of the year devoted to love, connection, and those moments that make you feel all the feels. While chocolates and roses might be the usual go‑tos, for fans of The Walking Dead, the perfect way to spend this holiday is by diving into a series that proves even in a world overrun by walkers, love can survive.
And there’s only one Walking Dead show that fits the bill this Valentine’s Day. That's The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live. For those who have never seen this series, you don't know that you've been missing out on one of the best spinoffs in The Walking Dead universe. I'd personally even argue that it is the top spinoff the franchise has delivered. Sorry, Fear the Walking Dead and Daryl Dixon!
So, what exactly makes The Ones Who Live perfect to watch on this special day over the other spinoffs? Well, it's because The Ones Who Live is more than just zombies and post-apocalyptic chaos. It’s a story about connection, resilience, and the power of love. Sure, the other Walking Dead shows have couples and romantic subplots. But this series places the bond between Rick and Michonne (Andrew Lincoln and Danai Gurira) front and center.
In the original series, we watched how Rick and Michonne started as wary allies, slowly growing into trusted partners who could rely on each other through every life-or-death situation. That partnership would eventually evolve into a profound, unshakable love, but not one that wasn't tested by the constant dangers of the post-apocalyptic world.
Rick and Michonne would face their most heart-wrenching test when Rick was suddenly taken by the mysterious Civic Republic Military (CRM) in the fifth episode of the ninth season. After years of surviving together and building a life filled with trust and partnership, Rick’s capture left Michonne devastated and alone. She was unsure if he was even still alive.
However, hope wasn't completely lost. Michonne would eventually discover small but crucial clues that hinted Rick might not be dead. These fragments of evidence became her guiding light, sparking a relentless determination to find him, no matter the cost. That's where The Ones Who Live comes in.
The series picks up years after Rick’s disappearance, following Michonne on her courageous journey to reunite with the man she loves. Along the way, she navigates dangerous new territories, confronts ruthless adversaries, and pieces together the mystery of Rick’s fate. Meanwhile, Rick is just as determined to survive and find his way back to Michonne, even while being held by the shadowy and powerful CRM.
Throughout the six-episode series, viewers watch as the soulmates fight to overcome impossible odds, all while holding onto the hope that they’ll one day be reunited. Now, tell me that doesn't sound like something you need to binge this Valentine’s Day! Perhaps a look at the exciting official trailer will really convince you.
The Ones Who Live might not be the typical rom‑com or sappy love story, but that's not what Walking Dead fans are here for anyway. We like a little danger with our romance, and The Ones Who Live delivers all of that and more. So this Valentine's Day, skip the shows that play it safe and indulge in something that's thrilling yet heartfelt. You'll definitely get that with The Ones Who Live.
The Ones Who Live can be streamed on AMC+ right now.