Who / What
All of Us Are Dead is a South Korean webtoon series created by Joo Dong-geun. It tells the story of high school students attempting to survive a zombie apocalypse within their school setting. The webtoon was originally published on Naver WEBTOON.
Background & History
The webtoon, titled "μ§κΈ μ°λ¦¬ νκ΅λ" (Jigeum uri hakgyoneun), was created by Joo Dong-geun and released on Naver WEBTOON between May 13, 2009, and November 2, 2011. It comprises a total of 130 chapters. The story follows a group of high school students as they navigate the challenges of a zombie outbreak within their school environment. The webtoon gained popularity and was later adapted into a live-action series.
Why Notable
All of Us Are Dead is notable for its engaging narrative and depiction of a zombie apocalypse within a high school setting, resonating with a broad audience. Its popularity led to an adaptation into a live-action series, further expanding its reach and impact. The webtoon has become a significant example of the genre within the digital comics landscape.
In the News
The webtoon remains relevant due to its adaptation into a popular live-action series, which garnered international attention and increased interest in the original source material. It continues to be read and discussed by fans of zombie fiction and Korean storytelling.