Survivors follows the story of a group of individuals who are thrown together in the aftermath of a deadly pandemic that has wiped out the majority of the world's population. The survivors must navigate a world without modern technology, law and order, and the comforts of civilization as they struggle to rebuild their lives and find a way to survive.
The main characters include Abby Grant, a housewife and mother who becomes a strong and capable leader of the survivors; Greg Preston, a former systems analyst who becomes Abby's closest ally and advisor; Tom Price, a former criminal who must constantly fight his dark past and impulses; Anya Raczynski, a doctor who becomes a valuable member of the community; and Al Sadiq, a wealthy businessman who must learn to adapt to the new world order.
Throughout the series, the survivors face numerous challenges, including raids by violent gangs, struggles for resources, and conflicts within their own group. They also encounter other survivors who have created their own communities with their own rules and ways of life.
Survivors explores themes of survival, human nature, and societal collapse, with an emphasis on character development and relationships. The series was praised for its realistic portrayal of the post-apocalyptic world and its strong performances from the cast. However, its cancellation after the second series left fans frustrated by the unresolved cliffhanger ending.