Remember (The Walking Dead)

"Remember" is the twelfth episode of the fifth season of the post-apocalyptic horror television series The Walking Dead. It originally aired on AMC on February 22, 2015. The episode was written by Channing Powell and directed by Greg Nicotero.

The episode focuses on the group's arrival at the Alexandria Safe-Zone, a walled community led by Deanna Monroe (Tovah Feldshuh), a former Ohio congresswoman. "Remember" details the group's initial interactions with the Alexandrians, their acclimation to a relatively stable environment after years of constant survival, and the processes by which Deanna interviews each member of Rick Grimes' group to assess their skills and suitability for integration into the community.

Key plot points revolve around Rick (Andrew Lincoln) grappling with the prospect of settling down and relinquishing control after his previous leadership role. Michonne (Danai Gurira) also struggles with adapting to a safe environment after being a hardened survivor. The episode also highlights the distrust and apprehension on both sides, as the Alexandrians, who have been sheltered from the outside world, are wary of Rick's group, while Rick's group, hardened by years of brutal experiences, question the Alexandrians' naivety and capabilities.

"Remember" is significant in establishing the new status quo for the series, presenting a stark contrast between the safety and structure of Alexandria and the constant threat of the outside world. The episode explores themes of trust, adaptation, the cost of survival, and the challenges of integrating into a functional society after experiencing prolonged trauma. It also sets the stage for future conflicts and power dynamics within the Alexandria Safe-Zone.