But we know the highest-rated show on television will return with new episodes on October and now we also now that Rick Grimes will be a bloody mess on the premiere.
That's nothing new, of course, but AMC unveiled the following photo today.
It's a close-up of Andrew Lincoln's character, keeping vigilant... and very badly in need of a shower.
The Walking Dead - whose Season 4 finale in March brought in 15.7 million viewers, 10.2 million of whom were between the advertiser-friendly ages of 18 and 49 - is currently shooting in Georgia.
Christian Serratos (Rosita), Alanna Masterson (Tara) and Andrew J. West (Gareth) have all been promoted to series regular status for Season 5 and former Wire star Seth Gilliam will be joining the cast as well.
In need of a refresher prior to the October premiere? You can watch The Walking Dead online via TV Fanatic at any time.
