{"id":383465,"date":"2023-08-09T22:18:18","date_gmt":"2023-08-10T03:18:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/needmoretv.com\/shows-like-fear-the-walking-dead%3a-the-althea-tapes-2019\/"},"modified":"2024-03-04T17:14:59","modified_gmt":"2024-03-04T23:14:59","slug":"shows-like-fear-the-walking-dead%3a-the-althea-tapes-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/needmoretv.com\/shows-like-fear-the-walking-dead%3a-the-althea-tapes-2019\/","title":{"rendered":"Shows Like Fear the Walking Dead: The Althea Tapes (2019)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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5.2 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 185 reviews)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Web companion series to Fear the Walking Dead, focusing on the recordings made by the character Althea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Genre:<\/strong> Drama, Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Maggie Grace, Adam Cope, Crystal Martinez, Ryan Mason
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1 season, 7 episodes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Shows Most Like Fear the Walking Dead: The Althea Tapes (2019)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Walking Dead: Red Machete (2017)<\/h3>\n \n
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7.3 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 990 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Follow the path of the red-handled weapon used by Rick Grimes to kill Terminus leader Gareth; from its innocent beginnings on a hardware store shelf at the start of the apocalypse into the hands of various survivors, familiar and new.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Horror<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Anais Lilit, Jose Rosete, Jeff Kober, Sofia Esmaili
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1 season, 16 episodes, 15.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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The Walking Dead: Origins (2021)<\/h3>\n \n
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7.7 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 699 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Revisiting the stories of major characters, presented and narrated by the cast members who play them; taking a look back at key moments and events that affected them the most on their journeys through The Walking Dead Universe.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Documentary<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Lauren Cohan, Norman Reedus, Melissa McBride
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1 season, 4 episodes<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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The Walking Dead Motion Comic (2018)<\/h3>\n \n
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8.8 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 88 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Sheriff Deputy Rick Grimes gets shot and falls into a coma. When awoken he finds himself in a Zombie Apocalypse.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Action, Drama, Horror<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Jonah M. Jackson, Rhey, Ellena Restrick, Jf
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2 seasons, 7 episodes<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Dread the Walking Dead (2018)<\/h3>\n \n
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5.4 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 39 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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A woman and her daughter struggle to cross Europe in a desperate attempt to survive the undead apocalypse.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Drama, Horror, Sci-Fi<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Stephen Lancaster, Dick Miller, Alisha Parker
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1 season, 1 episode<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Fear the Walking Dead (2015)<\/h3>\n \n
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6.8 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 133240 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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A Walking Dead spinoff set in Los Angeles, California. Follows two families who must band together to survive the undead apocalypse.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Drama, Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Kim Dickens, Frank Dillane, Cliff Curtis, Rub\u00e9n Blades
Creators:<\/strong> Dave Erickson, Robert Kirkman
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7 seasons, 102 episodes, 44.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n

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In the vast universe of “The Walking Dead,” spin-offs and web series have become as much a staple as the walkers that inhabit its world. One such addition that stands out for its unique approach is “Fear the Walking Dead: The Althea Tapes” (2019). This series, though compact, packs a punch in terms of storytelling, character exploration, and providing depth to the already complex universe of “Fear the Walking Dead.” Let’s take a closer look at what makes this series noteworthy.<\/p>\n

What is “The Althea Tapes”?<\/h2>\n

At its core, “The Althea Tapes” is a web series spin-off from the TV show “Fear the Walking Dead.” It centers around the character Althea Szewczyk-Przygocki, played by Maggie Grace, who fans of the main series will recognize as the journalist with a knack for documenting the apocalypse. The web series comprises six episodes, each focusing on a different character that Althea interviews, capturing their stories of survival, loss, and humanity amidst the chaos of the world overrun by the dead.<\/p>\n

The Charm of Simplicity<\/h2>\n

One of the series’ greatest strengths lies in its simplicity. Unlike its parent show, which often juggles multiple storylines and characters, “The Althea Tapes” adopts a straightforward approach. Each episode zeroes in on a single character’s narrative, allowing for a more intimate and focused exploration of their experiences. This simplicity is refreshing and proves that sometimes, less is indeed more.<\/p>\n

A Closer Look at Humanity<\/h2>\n

What sets “The Althea Tapes” apart is its deep dive into the human element of the apocalypse. The series isn’t about the walkers or the horror they bring; it’s about the people, their stories, and the raw emotions that come with surviving in such a world. Each interviewee’s tale sheds light on different aspects of human nature, from resilience and hope to despair and regret. This exploration makes the series a compelling watch, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own humanity.<\/p>\n

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