"The Walking Dead" is a post-apocalyptic television series based on the comic book series of the same name. It follows a group of survivors navigating a world overrun by zombies, referred to as walkers. The story primarily centers around Rick Grimes, a former sheriff's deputy, who awakens from a coma to find society has collapsed. As the series progresses, the characters face various challenges, including threats from both the undead and other human groups. Themes of survival, morality, and the human condition are explored throughout the show, which has gained a large fanbase since its premiere in 2010.