Survivors

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  • TV-PG
  • 2008
  • 2 Seasons
  • 7.5  (8,884)

Survivors is a television series that aired on BBC One from 2008 to 2010, featuring an ensemble cast including Julie Graham, Max Beesley, Freema Agyeman, Paterson Joseph, Zoe Tapper, Phillip Rhys, Robyn Addison, Nikki Amuka-Bird, Geraldine Somerville, Nicholas Gleaves, Emma Lowndes, and Sacha Parkinson. The show follows a group of people who have survived a deadly virus that has wiped out nearly 99% of the world's population, leaving them to navigate a new, dangerous world.

The series begins with the outbreak of the virus, which quickly spreads across the globe, killing millions of people in a matter of weeks. Those who are left behind must contend with a world without electricity, running water, or food supplies, and must band together to try and survive. The show focuses on various individuals and groups as they struggle to stay alive, and explores the challenges they face as they try to rebuild their world.

The main character, Abby Grant (played by Julie Graham), is a mother and housewife who is separated from her family when the virus strikes. She eventually manages to reunite with her son, Peter (played by Louis Suc), and the two of them team up with a community of survivors led by engineer Greg Preston (played by Paterson Joseph). Other survivors include Tom Price (played by Max Beesley), a convicted criminal who becomes one of the group's most valuable assets, and Al Sadiq (played by Phillip Rhys), a former soldier who helps protect the group from dangerous outsiders.

Throughout the series, the survivors face a number of challenges, ranging from power struggles within their own ranks to attacks from outside groups who are looking to take advantage of the chaos. They must also deal with the psychological toll of losing so many people, and the constant fear that the virus may return. But despite these challenges, the survivors cling to hope for a better future, and work tirelessly to build a new society from the ashes of the old.

One of the recurring themes of the show is the importance of community and cooperation in times of crisis. The survivors quickly learn that they must work together if they hope to survive, and they begin to form alliances and build networks of support. There is also a strong emphasis on the idea of rebuilding and creating something better out of the tragedy of the virus, with many characters dreaming of creating a new, more just society in the aftermath.

The acting in Survivors is uniformly excellent, with standout performances from Julie Graham as the determined Abby, Max Beesley as the charismatic Tom, and Paterson Joseph as the pragmatic Greg. The show also features a number of compelling guest stars, including Zoe Tapper as Sarah, a doctor who becomes romantically involved with Tom, and Freema Agyeman as Jenny, a survivor who is abducted by a dangerous cult.

Overall, Survivors is a compelling and thought-provoking series that explores the challenges of rebuilding in the aftermath of a catastrophic event. Its themes of community, cooperation, and hope are particularly resonant in our current moment, and the show's strong performances and well-drawn characters make it a must-watch for fans of post-apocalyptic fiction.

Survivors is a series that is currently running and has 2 seasons (12 episodes). The series first aired on November 23, 2008.

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Series 2, Episode 6
6. Series 2, Episode 6
February 23, 2010
The group find it hard to get over the loss of one of their own. The group meet in an old ruined Laboratory and with a new strain of the virus loose the scientist's work to find a vaccine becomes more important than it has ever been. Abby thinks she has seen her son and is determined to find him. Al decides to be a Guinea pig for vaccine as he thinks he has nothing else to loose. Whitaker continues to cause problems for the group.
Series 2, Episode 5
5. Series 2, Episode 5
February 16, 2010
The group head south as they try and find a new home. After meeting a small thriving community of survivors they end up accepting their offer of hospitality. Tragedy strikes though when one of them suddenly dies. Al and Sarah enjoy being together. Tom isn't happy with Anya's new friendship with Judy. Greg and Abby follow up Greg's suspicions about a postcard and they find themselves at an abandoned airfield.
Series 2, Episode 4
4. Series 2, Episode 4
February 9, 2010
Tom and Greg find themselves enslaved with Kevin and loads of others in Mr Smithson's coal mine. The rest of the gang try and find them and follow Billy who is meeting his girlfriend at a motel. Billy insists that he knows nothing and leaves under the pretence of that he will ask questions about them while on his trading route. Kevin is badly hurt when there is an accident in the mine and Greg comes up with a plan to try and escape. The rest of the gang show up determined to rescue Greg and Tom.
Series 2, Episode 3
3. Series 2, Episode 3
February 2, 2010
The group meet Billy a trader and get some vital supplies from him. The group decide to stay overnight at a cottage to help Abby get over what happened to her. When Billy makes it to Samantha's compound he tells them where the group are staying at. Samantha orders Dexter to go and arrest Tom as she wants to put him on trial for killing one of her people. Abby, Greg and Anya try and get Tom freed and end up being part of the trial. They soon learn more about Tom's shocking past.
Series 2, Episode 2
2. Series 2, Episode 2
January 26, 2010
Abby is still missing. Greg tries to recover from his injuries. Naj leaves graffiti messages around the city hoping Abby will see them. Tom manages to steal some supplies from some rivals. Whittaker re-infects Abby.
Series 2, Episode 1
1. Series 2, Episode 1
January 12, 2010
Series two picks up moments after the conclusion of the first series. Abby has been taken to the Lab in an attempt to find a vaccine, based on her ability to survive initial infection. Meanwhile, the others scramble to find medical supplies to save Greg.
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Where to Watch Survivors
Survivors is available for streaming on the BBC One website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Survivors on demand at Amazon, Vudu, Microsoft Movies & TV and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    November 23, 2008
  • IMDB Rating
    7.5  (8,884)