Fear the Walking Dead - wikipedia Fear the Walking Dead Fear the Walking Dead Genre Post-apocalyptic Horror Drama Created by Robert Kirkman Dave Erickson Based on The Walking Dead by Robert Kirkman Tony Moore Charlie Adlard Starring Kim Dickens Cliff Curtis Frank Dillane Alycia Debnam - Carey Elizabeth Rodriguez Mercedes Mason Lorenzo James Henrie Rubén Blades Colman Domingo Michelle Ang Danay Garcia Daniel Sharman Sam Underwood Dayton Callie Lisandra Tena Theme music composer Atticus Ross Composer ( s ) Paul Haslinger Country of origin United States Original language ( s ) English No. of seasons No. of episodes 37 ( list of episodes ) Production Executive producer ( s ) Robert Kirkman David Alpert Greg Nicotero Gale Anne Hurd Dave Erickson Producer ( s ) Bill Johnson Avram Butch Kaplan Alan Page Pablo Cruz Arturo Sampson Location ( s ) Los Angeles, California, U.S. Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Rosarito, Baja California, Mexico Cinematography Michael McDonough Patrick Cady Christopher Manley Editor ( s ) Todd Desrosiers Victor DuBois Marc Clark Tad Dennis Running time 43 -- 65 minutes Production company ( s ) Square Head Pictures Circle of Confusion Skybound Entertainment Valhalla Entertainment AMC Studios Release Original network AMC Original release August 23, 2015 ( 2015 - 08 - 23 ) -- present Chronology Related shows The Walking Dead Talking Dead External links Official website www.amctv.com/shows/fear-the-walking-dead Fear the Walking Dead is an American post-apocalyptic horror drama television series created by Robert Kirkman and Dave Erickson, that premiered on AMC on August 23, 2015. It is a companion series and prequel to The Walking Dead, which is based on the comic book series of the same name by Robert Kirkman, Tony Moore, and Charlie Adlard. The first season consists of six episodes. The second season, comprising 15 episodes, premiered on April 10, 2016. On April 15, 2016, AMC announced the series had been renewed for a 16 - episode third season, which premiered on June 4, 2017. In April 2017, AMC renewed the series for a fourth season and announced that Andrew Chambliss and Ian Goldberg would replace the departing Dave Erickson as showrunners. Contents 1 Premise 2 Cast and characters 2.1 Main cast 2.2 Recurring cast 2.2. 1 Los Angeles 2.2. 2 International waters 2.2. 3 Mexico 2.2. 4 The Ranch 2.2. 5 The Dam 3 Series overview 4 Production 4.1 Development 4.2 Casting 4.3 Filming 5 Broadcast 6 Reception 6.1 Critical response 6.1. 1 Season 1 6.1. 2 Season 2 6.1. 3 Season 3 6.2 Ratings 6.3 Awards and nominations 7 Web series 7.1 Fear the Walking Dead : Flight 462 7.2 Fear the Walking Dead : Passage 8 Home media 9 References 10 External links Premise Set initially in Los Angeles, California and then later in Mexico, the series follows a dysfunctional, blended family composed of high school guidance counselor Madison Clark, her English teacher boyfriend Travis Manawa, her daughter Alicia, her drug addict son Nick, Travis 's son from a previous marriage, Chris, Chris 's mother Liza Ortiz, and others who join their group at the onset of the apocalypse. They must reinvent themselves, learning new skills and adopting new attitudes in order to survive as civilization collapses around them. Cast and characters Main Cast Kim Dickens as Madison Clark, a high school guidance counselor, Travis 's girlfriend, Alicia and Nick 's mother, and Chris 's quasi-stepmother. Cliff Curtis as Travis Manawa, a high school English teacher and Madison 's boyfriend, who shares custody of his son, Chris, with his ex-wife, Liza. ( seasons 1 -- 3 ) Frank Dillane as Nick Clark, Madison 's 19 - year - old son, a heroin addict who flunked out of community college. Alycia Debnam - Carey as Alicia Clark, Madison 's overachieving teenage daughter and a model student. Elizabeth Rodriguez as Liza Ortiz, a no - nonsense nursing student, Travis 's ex-wife, and Chris 's mother. ( season 1 ; guest season 2 ) Mercedes Mason as Ofelia Salazar, a hardworking professional with immigrant parents Daniel and Griselda. ( seasons 1 -- 3 ) Lorenzo James Henrie as Chris Manawa, Travis and Liza 's rebellious teenage son who resents his father for their divorce. ( seasons 1 -- 2 ) Rubén Blades as Daniel Salazar, a barber, Griselda 's husband, Ofelia 's father, and a Salvadoran former Sombra Negra member who protects his family at any cost. Colman Domingo as Victor Strand, a smart and sophisticated businessman with a mysterious past. ( season 2 -- present ; recurring season 1 ) Michelle Ang as Alex, one of the few survivors of a plane crash whom the Los Angeles group encounters in season 2. Alex is introduced in the Fear the Walking Dead : Flight 462 web series. ( season 2 ) Danay García as Luciana Galvez, a member of the La Colonia community in Tijuana, México, who helps Nick and believes that the walkers are not a bad thing. ( season 3 -- present ; recurring season 2 ) Daniel Sharman as Troy Otto, described as having a wild temperament and suspicious of outsiders, who is charismatic with a cruel streak. ( season 3 ) Sam Underwood as Jake Otto, Troy 's older brother and Alicia 's new friend. ( season 3 ) Dayton Callie as Jeremiah Otto, Troy 's and Jake 's father and the man who has been preparing for an apocalypse throughout his life. ( season 3 ; guest season 2 ) Lisandra Tena as Lola Guerrero, a former water utility officer and leader of a community stationed at a dam located in Tijuana, who is responsible for supplying water. ( season 3 ) Recurring cast Los Angeles Scott Lawrence as Artie `` Art '' Costa, the principal at the high school where Madison and Travis work. ( season 1 ) Patricia Reyes Spíndola as Griselda Salazar, Ofelia 's mother, who emigrated from El Salvador with her husband Daniel to escape political unrest. ( season 1 ; guest season 2 ) Jamie McShane as Lt. Moyers, the leader of the National Guard contingent in charge of protecting Madison 's neighborhood. ( season 1 ) Shawn Hatosy as Cpl. Andrew Adams, a well - intentioned military man with a soulful disposition, who is out of his element. ( season 1 ) Sandrine Holt as Dr. Bethany Exner, a confident and skilled doctor. ( season 1 ) International waters Daniel Zovatto as Jack Kipling ( season 2 ) Jesse McCartney as Reed, Connor 's brother and a hostile member of the pirates. ( season 2 ) Veronica Diaz as Vida, a pregnant woman and one of Connor 's pirates. ( season 2 ) Arturo Del Puerto as Luis Flores, an ally and right - hand man of Victor Strand and Thomas Abigail. ( season 2 ) Mexico Dougray Scott as Thomas Abigail, Strand 's partner and the apparent namesake of the boat Abigail. ( season 2 ) Marlene Forte as Celia Flores, Luis 's mother. ( season 2 ) Paul Calderón as Alejandro Nuñez, a pharmacist and leader of La Colonia, a community in Tijuana, Mexico, he claims to have been bitten, but did not die. ( season 2 ) Alejandro Edda as Marco Rodriguez, the leader of the gang who live near La Colonia. ( season 2 ) Karen Bethzabe as Elena Reyes, hotel manager who helps Alicia. ( season 2 ; guest season 3 ) Ramses Jimenez as Hector Reyes, Elena 's nephew who used to manage the hotel with her. ( season 2 ; guest season 3 ) Andres Londono as Oscar Diaz, leader of a group of survivors living at a hotel. ( season 2 ) Raul Casso as Andres Diaz, Oscar 's brother. ( season 2 ) Brenda Strong as Ilene Stowe, a member of the wedding party and mother - in - law of Oscar. ( season 2 ; guest season 3 ) Kelly Blatz as Brandon Luke, leader of a group of young men that befriend Chris. ( season 2 ) Kenny Wormald as Derek, a member of Brandon 's group. ( season 2 ) Israel Broussard as James McCalister, a member of Brandon 's group. ( season 2 ) The Ranch Michael Greyeyes as Qaletaqa Walker, a Native American, he was in war against Jeremiah Otto, who occupied his lands. ( season 3 ) Michael William Freeman as Blake Sarno, a member of the militia and Troy 's friend, he is the second leader in the rebellion against the Indians. ( season 3 ) Justin Rain as Lee `` Crazy Dog '', the right - hand man of Qaletaqa. ( season 3 ) Matt Lasky as Cooper, a member of Broke Jaw Ranch 's militia. ( season 3 ) The Dam Jesse Borrego as Efrain Morales, he saved Daniel 's life when he was injured by the fire. He took him to the dam where he helps Lola. ( season 3 ) Ray McKinnon as Proctor John, one of the Proctors at a bazar. He is identified with Alicia and attempted to attack the Dam with his group. ( season 3 ) Series overview Main article : List of Fear the Walking Dead episodes Season Episodes Originally aired First aired Last aired 6 August 23, 2015 ( 2015 - 08 - 23 ) October 4, 2015 ( 2015 - 10 - 04 ) 15 April 10, 2016 ( 2016 - 04 - 10 ) October 2, 2016 ( 2016 - 10 - 02 ) 16 June 4, 2017 ( 2017 - 06 - 04 ) October 15, 2017 ( 2017 - 10 - 15 ) Production Development In September 2013, AMC announced they were developing a companion series to The Walking Dead, which follows a different set of characters created by Robert Kirkman. In September 2014, AMC ordered a pilot, which was written by Kirkman and Dave Erickson, and directed by Adam Davidson, and is executive produced by Kirkman, Erickson, Gale Anne Hurd, and David Alpert, with Erickson serving as showrunner. The project was originally known as Cobalt ; Kirkman confirmed, in March 2015, that the series would be titled Fear the Walking Dead. On March 9, 2015, AMC announced it had ordered FTWD to series, with a two - season commitment : the first season, comprising six episodes, premiered on August 23, 2015 ; the second season, comprising 15 episodes, premiered on April 10, 2016. AMC announced in April 2016 that they had renewed the series for a third season of 16 episodes to premiere in 2017. In March 2017, it was announced that co-creator Dave Erickson would be stepping down as showrunner after the conclusion of the third season. On April 14, 2017, AMC announced that they had renewed the show for a fourth season with new showrunners, Andrew Chambliss and Ian B. Goldberg, and that Scott M. Gimple, executive producer and showrunner of The Walking Dead will become an executive producer. Casting The primary characters from the first season include ( from left to right ) : Alicia, Nick, Madison, Travis, Liza, Chris, Daniel, Griselda, and Ofelia In December 2014, the first four starring roles were cast : Kim Dickens as Madison, the female lead ; Cliff Curtis as Travis Manawa, the male lead ; Frank Dillane as Nick ; and Alycia Debnam - Carey as Alicia. In April and May 2015, Elizabeth Rodriguez and Mercedes Mason were announced as series regulars, both in unknown roles. Filming Production of the pilot episode began in early 2015 and ended on February 6, 2015. The pilot episode was filmed in Los Angeles ; the remaining first - season episodes were filmed in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Production on the remaining five first - season episodes began on May 11, 2015. Adam Davidson, who directed the pilot, also directed the series ' second and third episodes. Filming for the second season began in December 2015, with production moving to Baja California, Mexico. Locations included Rosarito ( sea scenes and hotel ) and Valle de Guadalupe ( Abigail 's vineyard ). The sea scenes were filmed using a horizon tank at Baja Film Studios. Filming for the third season began on January 6, 2017, in Baja California, Mexico, with some of the same location sites used for the second half of season two. Additional locations in Tijuana Municipality included Avenida Revolución, Abelardo L. Rodríguez Dam and the hills that hosted the Otto 's ranch. Broadcast On August 23, 2015, the series debuted simultaneously worldwide on : AMC in the U.S. ; AMC Global in major regional markets in Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East ; and FX in Australia. Hulu holds the show 's video on demand rights in the U.S., while Amazon Instant Video owns the streaming rights in Austria and Germany, and will make episodes available online one day after their original airing. Streaming in the United Kingdom became available to Amazon Prime members in 2016. Reception Critical response Season 1 On Rotten Tomatoes, the season has a rating of 77 %, based on 57 reviews, whose average rating is 6.7 / 10. The site 's critical consensus reads, `` Fear the Walking Dead recycles elements of its predecessor, but it 's still moody and engrossing enough to compete with the original. '' On Metacritic, the season has a score of 66 out of 100, based on 33 critics, indicating `` generally favorable reviews ''. Elisabeth Vincentelli of the New York Post rated the first two episodes three out of four stars, stating that `` ( They ) are creepily suspenseful -- they 're great examples of how effective a slow pace and a moody atmosphere can be. '' Another positive review of the first episode came from Ken Tucker of Yahoo TV, who wrote, `` Fear the Walking Dead is a mood piece, more artful than the original series '' and that the cast is `` terrific ''. Tim Goodman of The Hollywood Reporter gave an average review, writing, `` The 90 - minute first episode and the hour - long second episode are, while not actually boring, certainly less magnetic than the original. '' One of the harshest negative reviews came from HitFix, on Daniel Fienberg and Alan Sepinwall 's podcast, where Fienberg called the premiere episode `` awful, just horrible... as bad as The Walking Dead has ever gotten at its very worst. This is that bad. I 've been kind of stunned to see people being generous to it... I thought this was almost unwatchably bad. '' Sepinwall called his B − review `` slightly generous ''. Season 2 The second season received mostly mixed reviews from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, the season has a rating of 71 %, based on 26 reviews, whose average rating is 6.6 / 10. The site 's critical consensus reads, `` Fear the Walking Dead sets sail in its sophomore season with an intriguing backdrop that does n't always disguise its deficiencies in comparison to its predecessor. '' On Metacritic, the season has a score of 54 out of 100, based on 12 critics, indicating `` mixed or average reviews ''. Season 3 On Rotten Tomatoes, the third season has an approval rating of 84 % based on 58 reviews, with an average rating of 7.3 / 10. Ratings The U.S. series premiere attracted 10.1 million total viewers, with 6.3 million in the advertiser - coveted 18 - to - 49 - year - old demographic, both cable television records for a series premiere. Numerous international debuts of the pilot also set ratings records. The first season averaged 11.2 million viewers in `` live plus - 3 '' ratings ( includes VOD and DVR viewing within three days after initial telecast ) to become the highest - rated first season of any series in cable history. Season Timeslot ( ET ) Episodes First aired Last aired Avg. viewers ( millions ) Date Viewers ( millions ) Date Viewers ( millions ) Sunday 9 : 00 pm 6 August 23, 2015 ( 2015 - 08 - 23 ) 10.13 October 4, 2015 ( 2015 - 10 - 04 ) 6.86 7.61 15 April 10, 2016 ( 2016 - 04 - 10 ) 6.67 October 2, 2016 ( 2016 - 10 - 02 ) 3.05 4.19 16 June 4, 2017 ( 2017 - 06 - 04 ) 3.11 October 15, 2017 ( 2017 - 10 - 15 ) 2.23 2.36 Fear the Walking Dead : U.S. viewers per episode ( millions ) Season Ep. 1 Ep. 2 Ep. 3 Ep. 4 Ep. 5 Ep. 6 Ep. 7 Ep. 8 Ep. 9 Ep. 10 Ep. 11 Ep. 12 Ep. 13 Ep. 14 Ep. 15 Ep. 16 10.13 8.18 7.19 6.62 6.66 6.86 N / A 6.67 5.58 4.73 4.80 4.41 4.49 4.39 3.86 3.66 2.99 3.40 3.62 3.49 3.67 3.05 N / A 3.11 2.70 2.50 2.40 2.50 2.19 2.62 2.40 2.14 2.14 1.99 2.08 2.36 2.23 2.23 2.23 Source : Nielsen Media Research Awards and nominations Year Award Category Recipient Result Ref. 2015 E ! Online Best. Ever. TV. Awards New Show You 're Most Excited to See Fear the Walking Dead Won 2016 42nd Saturn Awards Best Horror Television Series Fear the Walking Dead Nominated Best Actress on Television Kim Dickens Nominated Best Performance by a Younger Actor on Television Frank Dillane Nominated E ! Online TV Scoop Awards Female Breakout Star Alycia Debnam - Carey Won 2017 Saturn Awards Best Horror Television Series Fear the Walking Dead Nominated Best Actress on a Television Series Kim Dickens Nominated Best Younger Actor on a Television Series Alycia Debnam - Carey Nominated Lorenzo James Henrie Nominated Web series Fear the Walking Dead : Flight 462 Main article : Fear the Walking Dead : Flight 462 Fear the Walking Dead : Flight 462, a 16 - part web series, premiered on October 4, 2015, on AMC.com ; it also aired as promos during The Walking Dead season 6. Two of the web series ' characters, Alex ( previously known as Charlie ) and Jake, are introduced in Fear the Walking Dead season 2, episode 3 ( `` Ouroboros '' ). Fear the Walking Dead : Passage A second 16 - part web series debuted on October 17, 2016, and episodes were made available online weekly and aired as promos during the seventh season of The Walking Dead. The web series follows Sierra, a capable survivor, who helps an injured woman named Gabi as they try to find sanctuary. The series was written by Lauren Signorino and Mike Zunic, and directed by Andrew Bernstein. Home media The first season was released on Blu - ray and DVD on December 1, 2015. A special edition version of the first season was released on Blu - ray and DVD on March 22, 2016, with new bonus features, including deleted scenes, seven featurettes, and audio commentaries by cast and crew, on all six episodes. 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