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The Walking Deceased (2015) Timeline Explained – Every Event in Order

Release, runtime and language
2015 · 88 min · English
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Directed by
Scott Dow

A sheriff, his son, and a diverse group of survivors find themselves racing against relentless hordes of the undead in a desperate search for refuge. Their journey takes an unexpected turn when they encounter a solitary zombie on the brink of a startling transformation. This comedic adventure blends humor and heartfelt moments as the group navigates a world overrun by the walking dead, experiencing both laughter and unexpected connections along the way.

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  1. 1 Where to watch
  2. 2 Events in order (15)
  3. 3 Timeline questions answered
  4. 4 Movie threads
  5. 5 Every angle
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15 events in order · contains spoilers

The Walking Deceased Timeline: Events in Chronological Order

Every key event of The Walking Deceased (2015) in order, scene by scene, with when and where it takes place. Use it to untangle flashbacks, time jumps and parallel storylines, to refresh your memory before the sequel or to find the exact scene you are thinking of.

  1. The Culinary Catastrophe

    A sushi chef recklessly prepares a meal for the homeless, completely neglecting basic hygiene practices. This act of culinary negligence leads to a catastrophic zombie outbreak that changes the world forever.

  2. 29 Days Later

    Fast forward twenty-nine days, the world is now engulfed by a zombie apocalypse. Hospitals are overwhelmed, and the streets are filled with the undead, showcasing the dire consequences of the chef's actions.

    When
    29 days after the outbreak
    Where
    Hospital
  3. Romeo the Reflective Zombie

    Among the zombies is Romeo, who surprisingly exhibits self-reflection, allowing him to navigate the chaotic post-apocalyptic landscape. His unique awareness sets him apart from the other mindless undead.

  4. Sheriff Lincoln's Awakening

    Sheriff Lincoln awakens from a coma to find his world turned upside down. The disorientation of his reunion with his son Chris is exacerbated by his struggles to remember essential details.

  5. LinkedIn's New Role

    As Sheriff Lincoln seeks to reconnect with his family, he discovers that LinkedIn has transformed into a central hub for human connection amidst the apocalypse. The remnants of the internet offer a glimmer of hope in a fractured society.

  6. The Makeshift Settlement

    Lincoln learns about a makeshift settlement within an abandoned shopping mall, established by survivors Green Bay and Chicago. This discovery becomes a beacon of hope and potential safety for him.

    Where
    Abandoned Shopping Mall
  7. Brooklyn's Ambivalence

    Brooklyn captures the attention of both Green Bay and Chicago, yet she harbors a deep disdain for Green Bay due to his clumsy demeanor. Her mixed feelings complicate their interactions amidst survival.

  8. Tragedy Strikes

    Sheriff Lincoln faces personal tragedy when his wife Barbie falls victim to the zombies, later being killed by their son Chris in a harrowing turn of events. This loss deeply impacts Lincoln's emotional state.

    Where
    Strip Club
  9. The Emergence of the Di-archy

    As the group navigates their new reality, the emergence of a 'di-archy' forms between Lincoln and Chicago, each vying for control of their newly assembled team. Tensions rise as leadership roles are contested.

  10. The Quest for Safe Haven

    The group hears rumors of a sanctuary known as 'the farm,' purported to be untouched by zombies. However, they remain unaware that this sanctuary is landlord by the mysterious Reganites with their own motives.

    Where
    The Farm
  11. Isaac's Secret Life

    Upon reaching the farm, they encounter Isaac, an uninfected young woman harboring a secret. Torn between her love for the undead and the need to conceal her humanity, Isaac's dilemma adds complexity to their situation.

    Where
    The Farm
  12. The Party and the Zombies

    While crashing an uninvited party, the group's noise attracts hordes of zombies. The revelry quickly spirals into chaos as they must now defend themselves against the undead drawn in by the commotion.

  13. The Burden of Remorse

    Darnell's recklessness leads to accidentally injuring the Super Survivor. Overwhelmed by guilt, he faces a fate sealed by Harlem, who provides him with a swift mercy in response to his carelessness.

  14. The Cure Emerges

    A cure for zombification unexpectedly infiltrates the water supply, offering a desperate hope for Romeo and Brooklyn. They take immediate action to reverse their zombification by using the antidote on their bite wounds.

  15. Ominous News

    As the group's celebration of their newfound freedom commences, they are met with chilling news of a gigantic meteor heading towards Earth. This impending threat casts a shadow over their hard-fought victory.

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Timeline questions answered

The Walking Deceased Timeline Explained: Your Questions Answered

When does it happen, and why in that order? The questions people ask about the chronology of The Walking Deceased (2015): time jumps, flashbacks, cause and effect between scenes and the correct order of events, each answered with spoilers.

Q1

How did the zombie outbreak start in this movie?

The zombie outbreak begins when a sushi chef prepares a meal for homeless people without following basic hygiene practices, specifically by not wearing gloves or washing his hands. This act of culinary negligence triggers the global apocalypse.

  • zombie outbreak
  • sushi chef
  • virus origin
  • pandemic
Q2

Why does Chris kill his mother Barbie?

After Barbie is bitten by a zombie and becomes one of the undead, Chris is forced to kill her as an act of mercy. Lincoln then discovers that his wife has been killed by their own son in this tragic turn of events.

Foreshadowing: Earlier moments show Lincoln struggling to remember his son's name, foreshadowing the fractured family dynamics.

  • Chris
  • Barbie
  • Lincoln
  • mercy killing
  • wife death
Q3

What is the "di-archy" that forms in the group?

The "di-archy" emerges as a power struggle between Sheriff Lincoln and Chicago, with both men competing for leadership and control over the newly formed survivor group.

Foreshadowing: Lincoln's authority figure background and Chicago's role as a survivor leader set up their competing positions.

  • di-archy
  • Lincoln
  • Chicago
  • leadership
  • power struggle
Q4

Who are the Reganites at the farm?

The Reganites are the mysterious group controlling the farm known as the Safe Haven. They harbor their own secrets and motives regarding the survivors who seek refuge there.

Foreshadowing: The farm is introduced as a legendary sanctuary untouched by zombification, but the timeline hints at hidden control.

  • Reganites
  • farm
  • Safe Haven
  • sanctuary
Q5

Why is Isaac living among the zombies at the farm?

Isaac is an uninfected young woman who has been secretly living among the undead at the farm. She is torn between protecting the zombies and concealing her healthy condition from her family who believe her infected.

  • Isaac
  • farm
  • zombie
  • secret
  • family
Q6

How does the cure for zombification work?

A cure quietly infiltrates the water supply, allowing Romeo and Brooklyn to reverse their zombification by spraying the antidote onto their bite wounds. They seize this opportunity during the chaos of the group's celebration.

  • cure
  • antidote
  • water supply
  • zombification reversal
  • Romeo
  • Brooklyn
Q7

What happens to Darnell after he shoots the Super Survivor?

Darnell's reckless use of his toy crossbow (which he believed was real) leads to him accidentally wounding the Super Survivor with a stray bullet. Overcome with remorse, Harlem provides him with a swift mercy killing.

  • Darnell
  • Super Survivor
  • accident
  • mercy killing
Q8

Why is Harlem able to read lips?

Harlem is revealed to be deaf, which is why she relies on lip-reading to communicate and understand others around her.

  • Harlem
  • deaf
  • lip reading
  • communication
Q9

What does the meteor at the end of the movie mean?

Just as the group celebrates their freedom from zombification, the radio announces that a massive meteor the size of Texas is heading toward Earth. This ominous news instantly undermines their victory, serving as the movie's absurdist punchline.

  • meteor
  • ending
  • Texas size
  • Earth threat
  • cliffhanger
Q10

Why is Romeo different from other zombies?

Romeo is a unique zombie who exhibits an unsettling degree of self-reflection and awareness, allowing him to navigate the post-apocalyptic world differently from the mindless undead. This sets him apart as the zombie who can think and reflect.

  • Romeo
  • zombie
  • self-awareness
  • intelligent zombie
Q11

Why does Brooklyn dislike Green Bay?

Brooklyn harbors a profound disdain for Green Bay because his clumsiness could threaten her hopes for romance. Her negative feelings toward him complicate the dynamics among the survivors competing for her attention.

  • Brooklyn
  • Green Bay
  • romance
  • dislike
  • clumsy
Q12

What happened to LinkedIn in the post-apocalyptic world?

In the aftermath of the zombie outbreak, LinkedIn has transformed into a bustling hub for human connection in the post-apocalyptic world. Lincoln turns to the remnants of the internet to seek purpose and find his family.

  • LinkedIn
  • internet
  • social network
  • apocalypse

Movie threads

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Curated lists built around what makes The Walking Deceased tick: the same mood, the same kind of story or the same emotional payoff. Each list explains why these movies belong together.

Chaotic Genre Parodies like The Walking Deceased

Fast-paced spoofs that gleefully dismantle familiar movie conventions with absurd humor. If you liked the absurd, fast-paced spoofing of zombie movies in The Walking Deceased, you'll enjoy these other movies that playfully dismantle genre conventions. Find similar films that use parody and satire for a goofy, lighthearted take on familiar stories.

  • parody
  • satirical
  • goofy
  • silly
  • absurd
  • chaotic
  • Tone: whimsical, satirical
  • Pacing: fast, frantic
Why these movies?

The story pattern: Stories in this thread follow a familiar genre framework only to subvert it at every turn with exaggerated characters, ridiculous plot developments, and meta-humor. The narrative journey is less about a traditional arc and more about a succession of comedic set pieces that reference and ridicule genre staples.

Why they belong together: Movies are grouped here for their shared approach of using parody as the primary narrative engine. They share a whimsical tone, fast pacing, and a light emotional weight, prioritizing laughter and recognition of tropes over suspense or drama.

Bittersweet Comedy Endings like in The Walking Deceased

Hilarious journeys that end on a note of poignant, often absurd, reflection. Discover movies similar to The Walking Deceased that blend laugh-out-loud humor with a surprisingly poignant or ironic ending. These films offer a complete comedic experience but leave you with a thoughtful, bittersweet feeling after the credits roll.

  • bittersweet
  • funny
  • ironic
  • thoughtful
  • lighthearted
  • absurd
  • Tone: whimsical, bittersweet
  • Pacing: fast, steady
Why these movies?

The story pattern: The narrative pattern involves a primarily comedic plot where characters achieve a semblance of victory or resolution, only for the conclusion to introduce an element that complicates or partially negates the happy ending. This creates a unique emotional blend, where the journey is fun and silly, but the destination carries a touch of irony or melancholy.

Why they belong together: This thread groups movies based on their unique emotional blend of high comedy and a bittersweet conclusion. They share a moderate complexity in balancing humor with a final emotional twist, creating a memorable and distinctive viewing experience.

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