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Z Nation

2014·Show
68Episodes in5Seasons·TV-14
IMDb6.7Metacritic486.7Rotten Tomatoes–67%
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Z Nation fingerprint

Very funny, high energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Fast-paced and violent

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace8
  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness6
  • Family Dynamics6
  • Romance5

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and absurdist humor

  • Situational Comedy9
  • Absurdist Humor9
  • Dark Humor9

World

Kept in the background

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7
  • World Immersion6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5
  • Visual Stylization5

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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Graphic violence bothers you

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Episode ratings

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About

Three years after the zombie virus has gutted the country, a team of everyday heroes must transport the only known survivor of the plague from New York to California, where the last functioning viral lab waits for his blood.
Campy Zombie ComedyHigh-Energy Road TripAbsurdist HorrorB-Movie HomageFunny & GoryLight-hearted ApocalypseEnsemble Cast DynamicsSilly Sci-Fi ElementsGuilty Pleasure TV

Crew

Directed by:
Abram Cox, Dan Merchant, Alexander Yellen
Written by:
Karl Schaefer, Michael Cassutt, Jennifer Derwingson

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Z Nation

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Z Nation legally?

fuboTVPeacockPhiloAMC+The RokuThe CWFandango at Home FreeShudder

Z Nation is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Peacock, Philo, and AMC+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Fandango at Home Free, and Pluto TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Z Nation worth watching?

58
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 6.7 and Metacritic 48). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Z Nation rated?

TV-14ViolenceStrong languageDrug useDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, drug use, and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Z Nation have?

5 seasons

It has 5 seasons with 68 episodes of about 44 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on Z Nation?

Critics48
Audiences67

Not quite. Audiences rate Z Nation higher (67) than critics (48). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did Z Nation air?

It ran from 2014 to 2018 and has ended.

What language is Z Nation in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Z Nation?

45ARATAUBEBOBRBZCACHCLCOCRDEDK+31

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Z Nation in 45 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Z Nation use?

Blue-and-Orange MoralityDoom MagnetFantastic RacismSmoking Hot SexNuclear OptionThe JuggernautCasual Danger DialogueI Know Mortal KombatThe Internet Is for PornRed Eyes, Take WarningMercy KillAdvancing Wall of Doomand 133 more

TV Tropes lists 145 storytelling tropes for Z Nation, including Blue-and-Orange Morality, Doom Magnet, Fantastic Racism.