The opening episode of any TV series has a lot to carry on its shoulders. It has to introduce the world and its characters while also delivering a story strong enough to encourage viewers to come back ...

The first episode of an anime is often the most crucial one. Anime fans use pilot episodes to gauge how they feel about a show, and they expect these episodes to set the tone for the rest of the show.

Justine Kraemer is a Senior List Writer at Collider and a freelance writer based in Ontario, Canada. She is passionate about finding new angles on the latest movies and TV shows. With over five years ...

The Walking Dead had such a huge impact, and it was no accident, starting with an episode that is still considered by many to be one of the best ever on TV. The series pilot is effective for one ...

The first episode (or pilot) in any TV series has to do so much heavy lifting. It needs to establish the world and its characters while creating a story compelling enough to get viewers returning for ...

Jiminna Shillingford is an avid reader and a passionate storyteller. She is obsessed with all things TV, from anime and romantic fantasy to action-packed series. With that deep affection, Jiminna ...