Strangers

As the group continues on its journey, it comes across the preacher Gabriel Stokes, who they have to rescue from walkers. The preacher is cooperative, and takes the group to his church. Still, Rick can't help but wonder if the man is hiding something. Abraham finds a bus that can be used to transport Eugene to Washington D. C. After Gabriel mentions a nearby food bank, Rick plans a supply run. Bob, Sasha, and a reluctant Gabriel go with Rick. Rick's suspicion of Gabriel is heightened when he sees the man cower in a corner after being exposed to seemingly familiar faces.

Carol and Daryl scout the area and come across a car that is similar to the one that took Beth away. The two give chase. While walking in the woods, Bob is kidnapped by the remaining survivors of Terminus. As the leader Gareth calmly explains their motivations, his group eats Bob's leg.

"Strangers" is a pivotal episode that not only introduces Father Gabriel and his moral dilemma but also further develops the relationships within the group. Michonne's opening up about her past and Carl's budding friendship with Enid add layers to the characters and showcase their emotional growth. Additionally, the episode's exploration of forgiveness and redemption, particularly in Father Gabriel's storyline, adds depth to the themes of faith and morality.

The episode also highlights the group's resilience and determination to survive, as they continue to push forward despite the dangers they face. The group's decision to stay together demonstrates their unwavering commitment to each other, highlighting the strength of their bond. Overall, "Strangers" is a character-driven episode that sets the stage for the challenges and conflicts the group will face as they continue their journey.

I love this show but not as much as my wife . Teresa Werber she would just die if she couldn't see Rick and the gang every time it is on she watches it lol. This year is the best yet and she says the best is yet to come lol. She also says not to be killing off her family!!!!!! Let us have our little blond back.Well we just love this show. We have been watching this show since it first aired. Its the best television show on in this century. Keep up the hard work it will be rewarded.We hope we can win the trip to see casting and filming live. My wife lost her leg to diabetes just last month and she said Now I am like Huersal. Do you know she crys every time one of the original group dies. well all I have to say is this show is the most original show you could have made. I think if this should happen today it would be exactly like this and we would be in this original group.

Normally, in a show like The Walking Dead, there is always a sort of reality check episode, usually being one that follows an absolutely amazing one. But Season 5 so far hasn't descended into the usual. No, 'Strangers' is a brilliant follow up to the awesome premier.

Now, 'Strangers' is much slower than the premier, but it's also a much more focused and concise episode, with an absolutely gut-churning cliffhanger that will excite the hell out of the comic book readers. A dark, intense atmosphere coupled with the solid progression of almost every character makes this episode quite engrossing.

Never has The Walking Dead raced out of the gates with this much polish and confidence. And thank God it is doing so, because if season 5 carries on this form, this could be the best season yet. 8.5/10

Rick and 'family' move on to discover a church and it's priest.

This is a strong episode with nice character moments, a very brief respite from the drama of 'No Sanctuary', and yet more dark, suspenseful twists in its tail.

'The Walking Dead' is such a bleak show at times you have to savour the warm moments as much as the characters do. People welcoming new faces, looking out for each other and considering those who are not related to themselves as family are welcome breaks from the usual brutality. It is very much needed before the plot eventually takes a sharp turn for the dramatic.

I won't ruin the plot by saying any more about it.

As ever the production values are excellent as we have great cinematography, editing, lighting, art direction, and zombie effects.

All performances are as strong as always, particularly Andrew Lincoln and Seth Gilliam.

Don't trust anyone

"Strangers" is an episode which focuses more on the development of Rick and his group and how they no longer trust anyone. They meet a stranger called Gabriel who owns a Church and is heavily supplied with food. The question going through the whole episode is, Can they trust him?

The episode was not one of the action packed and thrilling episodes. It was all about how the group has transformed all through out the 5 seasons. With each enemy they face they grow less and less assured with each new person they meet. Rick understands that he has failed to protect his family before and thought they could have lived a peaceful life with the places they have stayed which have distanced them from the walkers, but as we already know it turns out that the living were the bigger threats. As the gang began to analyze who Gabriel was, it really showed how much they are dead serious and aren't playing around anymore. I was personally hooked with the conversations of each characters in the episode too. Carol and Darryl resumed their relationship even though Carol had done a murderous deed back at the prison. I found their dialogue together to be smart as they begin to cope with the changes that occurred ever since the prison. Seth Gilliam gave a fantastic performance as Father Gabriel. As the episode was running, I was not sure on my feelings whether to trust him or not which was a striking part for me in the episode. I expect to see more of him in the future. At the end of the day this was a well rounded episode that is definitely worth watching to get attached and inclined to the characters. As this season progresses we will be introduced to new more characters and strangers yet to be explored, and if Gabriel is just a starter then we are on for one hell of an amazing ride this Season.

With a interesting new character, a well developed group and a shocking ending that will definitely keep me waiting for the next episode. The Walking Dead at it's finest.

Verdict: 8.4/10