The Walking Dead Trivia | Dorky Geeky Nerdy Trivia Podcast #297

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It’s October, which means it’s time for some horror trivia. We’re kicking it off with The Walking Dead trivia. This long-running horror series seemed to be a good one to kick off the month. If you’re really into Zombies, check out our Zombie Movie Trivia back in Episode 248.

This is episode 297 of the show, which means episode 300 is just around the corner. For those of you who have been with me awhile, you know that means something a little extra. If you have comments, questions, or suggestions for the show, email me host at dorkygeekynerdy.com or use the contact form on DorkyGeekyNerdy.com.

I’m your host, Brian Rollins. This is the Dorky Geeky Nerdy Trivia Podcast, and let’s get shambling.

The Dorky Round

Andrew Lincoln played what former law enforcement officer on the series?
a. Rick Grimes
Which character was played by Norman Reedus?
a. Darryl Dixon
What was the name of Rick’s oldest child?
a. Carl Grimes
What was the name of the spin-off series beginning in 2013?
a. Fear the Walking Dead
Played by Jeffery Dean Mogan, who was the leader of the Saviors?
a. Negan Smith
Played by Melissa McBride, who was a close friend to Darryl?
a. Carol Peletier
What skilled swordswoman would go on to marry Rick?
a. Michonne
Played by Josh McDermitt, what character begins the show pretending to be a scientist that knows the cause of the outbreak?
a. Eugene Porter
What term is used for the undead in the series?
a. Walkers. Fun fact: The word Zombie is never used in the series.
Played by Lauren Cohan, who was the leader of the Hilltop Colony?
a. Maggie Rhee

The Geeky Round

What cable network carried The Walking Dead?
a. AMC
What name did Philip Blake go by?
a. The Governor
What spin-off series began in 2023?
a. The Walking Dead: Dead City
In the show (and in real life) what US city is home to the CDC?
a. Atlanta, GA
Which character slowly went deaf during the series?
a. Kelly. This was done because the actor playing her, Angel Theory, was also going deaf.
What zombie movie director was asked but declined to direct any episodes of the series?
a. George A Romero. He’s a fan of the comics, but says he’s never seen the show.
Before she went on to captain the USS Discovery, who played Sasha Williams on The Walking Dead?
a. Sonequa Martin-Green
Shocking and angering viewers, who met a brutal end at the start of Season Seven?
a. Glenn Rhee
What Guardians of the Galaxy actor played Darryl’s brother, Merle?
a. Michael Rooker
Despite actress Laurie Holden having an eight-year deal with the show, what character is killed off at the end of Season Three?
a. Andrea Harrison

The Nerdy Round

Who is credited with creating the show?
a. Frank Darabont
How many seasons did The Walking Dead have?
a. Eleven seasons
In what year did The Walking Dead begin?
a. It started in 2010.
What pair are credited with creating the comic?
a. Robert Kirkman and Tony Moore
Which character’s death in Season Five led to angry viewers mailing in plastic spoons to AMC?
a. Beth Greene
While no one character appeared in all 177 episodes, which character appeared in the most?
a. Darryl Dixon appeared in 175. Carol runs a very close second at 174.
What was the title of the final episode?
a. Rest in Peace
The spin-off series, Daryl Dixon, takes place in what European nation?
a. France
Before the apocalypse, Rick worked for what law enforcement agency?
a. King County Sheriff’s Department. He was a deputy.
Melissa McBride was cast as Carol solely on her performance in what 2007 Frank Darabont-scripted horror movie?
a. The Mist

Episode Conclusion

And we’re back safe in the compound. Did we lose anyone? Check yourself for bites.

If you’re unmarked, I’ll see you back here next week for another horrifying episode. Here’s clue to ponder in the meantime:

What horror/police drama followed a serial killer trying to “do good”?

See you back here on Wednesday. Stay safe until then.

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