---
title: "All of Us Are Dead"
year: 2022
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/all-of-us-are-dead-2022"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 99966
imdb_id: "tt14169960"
status: "Returning Series"
seasons_count: 2
episodes_count: 12
runtime_minutes: 65
community_rating: 8.3
vote_count: 4411
content_rating: "TV-MA"
---

# All of Us Are Dead (2022) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/all-of-us-are-dead-2022

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

All of Us Are Dead is a South Korean coming-of-age apocalyptic horror television series released in 2022. The show is based on the webtoon of the same name written by Joo Dong-geun, which was originally published between 2009 and 2011. The series features an ensemble cast that includes Park Ji-hu, Yoon Chan-young, Cho Yi-hyun, Lomon, Yoo In-soo, Lee Yoo-mi, and Kim Byung. The plot follows a high school that becomes ground zero for a sudden zombie virus outbreak. As the infection spreads, the trapped students are forced to fight their way out of the school grounds to survive. Those who fail to escape risk turning into one of the rabid infected. The production is rated TV-MA and is available for streaming on Netflix. The series consists of one season. The Korean title for the program is translated as Jigeum Uri Hakgyoneun. The narrative focuses on the students' struggle for survival as they navigate the dangerous environment created by the viral epidemic within their educational institution.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Students trapped in their high school must survive a sudden and deadly zombie virus outbreak."

### Why Watch
- high-stakes survival drama
- relentless pacing

### Caveats & Content Note
- intense violence
- distressing themes
- Tone & Suitability: The series contains graphic depictions of violence and infection.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: intense, suspenseful, chaotic, grim

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (12 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 12
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (25%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 9 (75%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Chun Sung-il, JQ Lee, Kim Nam-su
- **Networks / Studios**: Netflix

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Park Ji-hu** as *Nam On-jo*
- **Yoon Chan-young** as *Lee Cheong-san*
- **Cho Yi-hyun** as *Choi Nam-ra*
- **Lomon** as *Lee Su-hyeok*
- **Yoo In-soo** as *Yoon Gwi-nam*
- **Lee You-mi** as *Lee Na-yeon*
- **Kim Byong-chul** as *Lee Byeong-chan*
- **Lee Kyoo-hyung** as *Song Jae-ik*
- **Jeon Bae-soo** as *Nam So-ju*
- **Kim Bo-yoon** as *Seo Hyo-ryung*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the setting?
The series takes place at a high school.

### Q: What is the primary threat?
The students face a zombie virus outbreak.

### Q: What must the students do?
They must fight to escape the school or risk becoming infected.

### Q: Is the series about survival?
Yes, the trapped students must fight their way out to survive.

### Q: What happens to the infected?
They turn into rabid infected individuals.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [All of Us Are Dead - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/All_of_Us_Are_Dead)
- [ALL Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster](https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/all)
- [Watch All of Us Are Dead | Netflix Official Site](https://www.netflix.com/title/81237994)
- [ALL | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary](https://dictionary.cambridge.org/us/dictionary/english/all)
- [All of Us Are Dead (TV Series 2022- ) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14169960)
- [ALL Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com](https://www.dictionary.com/browse/all)

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