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Season 1 – In the Flesh

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This drama centers on teenage zombie Kieren Walker, who returns home after his death in 2009 to a less-than-warm welcome. He's part of a zombie group that has been reanimated and treated for PDS (Partially Deceased Syndrome), but the zombie-hating Human Volunteer Force, which is backed by local churchman Vicar Oddie, is adamant in its stance against rotters despite the government's agenda of acceptance and tolerance. Kieren must confront the community that rejected him and deal with haunting flashbacks of what he did in his untreated state.
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In the Flesh — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

In the Flesh exists within several genres, growing into profound entertainment that haunts as it entertains.

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David Wiegand San Francisco Chronicle 01/03/2014
3/4
Overall, the emotional honesty of Kieran's character and his all too human craving for acceptance and happiness make In the Flesh oddly moving. Go to Full Review Nancy DeWolf Smith Wall Street Journal 01/03/2014
To be tolerant or not to be tolerant, that is one question, and In the Flesh explores it in a novel way. Go to Full Review Mary McNamara Los Angeles Times 06/07/2013
It's a powerful meditation on what happens to a community once a galvanizing threat is removed but then returns, albeit in a more benign state. Go to Full Review Charlotte Harrison Charlotte Sometimes Goes to the Movies 11/20/2020
Bitterly profound and immensely beautiful. Go to Full Review Melody McCune Geek Girl Authority 08/28/2018
In the Flesh has a unique and innovative take on the undead creatures. Go to Full Review Rob Owen Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 01/03/2014
In the Flesh offers a fresh, clever take on the zombie story; it could almost be a sequel to The Walking Dead in a time after a cure has been found (there's also less blood and gore than seen in TWD). Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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J Z. @Calumet Apr 16 Outstanding series. Brilliant writing with great depth. See more King O @RT43271144 09/25/2024 Awesome show. I appreciate the different take on the zombie aftermath. Very refreshing and it felt like something new even though I’ve seen so many zombie movies and shows. What I enjoyed the most however was the ability of the show to reference social injustice and prejudice towards minorities with the use of zombies and their treatment. See more merance a @MoonMare 10/25/2023 Was skeptical I would like it reading the synopsis, but it was REALLY good. So many themes relevant to society - whether there are PDS people in it or not. Great characters, great story lines. So sad they didn't do a third season. See more 06/14/2016 Undeniably a unique presence in the sci-fi genre, In the Flesh delves into the what if of a post zombie-cure world. What makes it so good though is not its horror roots but rather its realistic and deep portrayal of the complexities of suicide, sexual orientation, fear mongering, and post traumatic stress. This show transcends its genre to create a both intriguing and entertaining show. See more 07/17/2015 An absolute masterpiece in script, filming and acting. A completely fresh take on the idea of zombies used to represent the minorities in society who suffer prejudices and hate. The best and most refreshing thing the BBC had produced in a long time and well worth the watch. Thought provoking and heartwrenching. See more 01/11/2015 LOVE, LOVE, LOVE! Plus it's nice to watch a show that actually means something. See more Read all reviews
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Luke Newberry

Kieren Walker

Harriet Cains

Jemima Walker

Emily Bevan

Amy Dyer

Steve Evets

Bill Macy

Kenneth Cranham

Vicar Oddie

Ricky Tomlinson

Ken Burton

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Mar 17, 2013 Episode 1 Partially Deceased Syndrome sufferer Kieren Walker returns to his home village of Roarton, but does not receive a warm welcome from all. His parents, Steve and Sue, are undoubtedly pleased to see him, but his sister, Jem, is not. Details Episode 2 Aired Mar 24, 2013 Episode 2 Feeling trapped at home, Kieren escapes to his grave where he is reunited with his old hunting partner, Amy Dyer, who persuades him to take a dangerous day trip; after fleeing when he is spotted, Kieren discovers that Rick is back in town. Details Episode 3 Aired Mar 31, 2013 Episode 3 After visiting the supermarket where he used to hunt with Amy, Kieren remembers that Jem once spared his life; together, brother and sister confront the demons in their pasts and visit Mr. and Mrs. Lancaster. Details

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In the Flesh — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
Jonny Campbell
Executive Producer
Hilary Martin
Screenwriter
Dominic Mitchell, Arthur T. Manderley
Network
BBC
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Drama, Horror
Original Language
British English
Release Date
Mar 17, 2013