When did The Walking Dead jump the shark? 🦈

Season 7, Episode 1

The show is often considered to have 'jumped the shark' during Season 7, Episode 1, titled 'The Day Will Come When You Won't Be'. This episode marked a significant shift in tone and pacing, with the introduction of Negan and the graphic deaths of key characters, Glenn and Abraham. The violence and change in direction led to a decline in viewership and criticism from fans who felt the series had deviated from its core storytelling elements.