Black Summer_
In the dark, early days of a zombie apocalypse, complete strangers band together to find the strength they need to survive and get back to loved ones.
Created By
Karl Schaefer, John Hyams
Network
Netflix
Episodes
16
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
Netflix
27 countries
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Overview
Black Summer has 2 seasons with 16 episodes spanning 2019-2021.
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Rating
Black Summer holds a 7.0/10 rating based on 578 votes.
Year context
Black Summer first aired 7 years ago in 2019.
SEASONS (2 seasons, 16 episodes)
SEASON 1
01
Human Flow
At the onset of a zombie apocalypse, chaos descends as Rose loses her family, Ryan tries to get his bearings, and a desperate man finds…
02
Drive
William, Sun and Barbara try to drive to the stadium, but it's tougher than they thought: They're blocked by both living marauders and roving undead.
03
Summer School
Rose, Spears, Ryan and Lance find a refuge. Learning they're not alone, they're schooled on the dangers of following the heart rather than the head.
04
Alone
Forced to fend for themselves, the survivors that were left behind must improvise and look out for both the dead and the living.
05
Diner
Trapped in an abandoned diner, William and Sun must decide whether they can depend on the survivors from the truck as their alliance is tested.
06
Heist
The desperate yet determined group undertakes a daring hit on a weapons stash, but the pandemonium threatens to swallow them up.
07
The Tunnel
Soldiers arrive with both plans and promises. But questions remain as a survivor makes a bold move. Who can you trust? Where do your loyalties…
08
The Stadium
As the group approaches the stadium, everything goes sideways. The survivors blast through their bullets -- and their options.
SEASON 2
01
The Cold
Life — and death — spins savagely out of control. Familiar faces scramble to survive the brutality, and wrenching betrayal lurks around every corner.
02
Prelude
No good deed goes unpunished in a zombie apocalypse: The tables turn for Rose, Sun, Spears and Anna. The winter brings snow — and fresh…
03
Card Game
Inside, Rose and Anna are warm, but are they safe? A loose coalition coalesces, but the tension grows, everyone is armed, and an ax has…
04
Cold War
An outgunned Rose must make a life-and-death decision. The war comes home when dangerous groups converge on a haven, catching Sun in the crossfire.
05
White Horse
Hungry, hurt and alone, Spears encounters a talkative stranger who claims to know him. A mysterious rider on a pale horse passes in the wilderness.
06
Currency
Treasure brings out the worst in everyone, but trust is the most precious commodity in this wasteland. Rose grasps at straws, and Sun risks it…
07
The Lodge
A refuge with hot water, food and all the comforts of civilization feels too good to be true. Rose oversleeps as fear grows and a…
08
The Plane
Time for takeoff. Out at the airstrip, old allies reconnect, new cohorts seize the opportunity, and escape seems tantalizingly within reach.
SERIES INFO
2
Seasons
16
Episodes
45 min/ep
Per Episode
Canceled
Status
CREW
Creator
Karl Schaefer
Creator
John Hyams
NETWORKS (1)
Netflix
DETAILS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Black Summer about?
In the dark, early days of a zombie apocalypse, complete strangers band together to find the strength they need to survive and get back to loved ones.
Where can I watch Black Summer?
Black Summer is available on Netflix. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does Black Summer have?
Black Summer has 2 seasons with 16 episodes total.
Who created Black Summer?
Black Summer was created by Karl Schaefer and John Hyams.
Who stars in Black Summer?
The cast of Black Summer includes Jaime King, Christine Lee, Zoe Marlett.
What is the rating of Black Summer?
Black Summer has a rating of 7.0 out of 10 based on 578 votes on TMDB.
Is Black Summer still running?
Black Summer was canceled.
GENRES (3)
Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Drama
Action & Adventure
