Channel 4 viewers 'switch' channels as they complain about new drama minutes in

Channel 4's latest drama, Generation Z, premiered on Sunday (October 27) to a mixed reception from viewers. The six-part series, helmed by director Ben Wheatley of A Field in England and Kill List fame, failed to impress some of the audience.

Set in the nondescript town of Danbury, typically dull and uneventful, the show takes a dark turn when an apocalyptic scenario is triggered.

Chaos ensues after a military convoy crashes, leading to a chemical spill that has a transformative effect on the elderly residents of a local care home.

The senior citizens turn feral, attacking their carers and escaping in search of new victims. Amidst this mayhem, a band of teenagers finds themselves navigating the sudden nightmare engulfing their once-tranquil town.

Starring Sue Johnston, Robert Lindsay, Anita Dobson, and Johnny Vegas, the blood-soaked mini-series has sharply divided opinion among its viewers.

Audiences quickly took to social media to share their thoughts on Generation Z, with one viewer commenting on X: "I gave it half an hour but not for me. #generationz," reports .

Another viewer was less than impressed, stating: "#Generationz, what a load of rubbish," and a third added: "Is the dialogue improvised? had to put subtitles on to understand what they were saying, but still not rocking my boat. No idea what's going on."

Further critiques included: "#GenerationZ Gave up after 5 mins ... I'm waiting for a repeat of #CelebrityGogglebox", and another bluntly remarked: "Turned it off at the ad break. #generation."

However, the show did resonate with certain viewers, garnering comments like: "Really good so far! " and another joined in with praise: "Everything about this is iconic, I love it #GenerationZ."

A joyful fan even took to social media to say: "Loving #generationz. Thank you @Channel4", clearly thrilled with the programme.

Generation Z is available to stream on Channel 4.com