New "The Walking Dead" Spin-off in the Works, AMC Executives Confirm
by Dade Hayes and Dominic Patten
February 28, 2019


A new spin-off of "The Walking Dead" is in the works, AMC Networks confirmed during its quarterly earnings call with Wall Street analysts.

Asked to elaborate on CEO Josh Sapan’s mention of a third zombie outing, COO Ed Carroll said the spin-off is in “active development.” He declined to offer many more specifics, including whether it would fall under an existing distribution agreement with Hulu.



“We’re not at a stage where we’ll be announcing its plans to premiere,” Carroll said. “But we have hired creative people that have pitched story outlines. We feel very good about the development of that series.

We’re not in a position to talk about partnerships in terms of other territories or ancillary windows, other than that there’s a healthy appetite for it and we’ve had a number of conversations with a lot of players in the space.”







A new TWD series comes as the mother-ship show has seen a slew of departures such as Andrew Lincoln and Lauren Cohan and series-low ratings in its ninth season. Additionally, as more crossovers are in the works with spin-off "Fear the Walking Dead", Lincoln is set for a series of TWD movies and Black Panther star Danai Gurira will be easing down her TWD presence in the show’s upcoming 10th season.

Carroll asserted that the inevitable fade of the original show should not obscure its status as the No. 1 series on cable and the No. 2 drama on TV behind NBC’s "This Is Us".



“We are well aware that when a show has been around for nine years, you would expect viewership to be declining, but I think we’ve managed that and managed that well,” Carroll said.

“When The Walking Dead is no longer part of the channel, I think that will have more of an impact on revenue than on [income] because generally expenses go up as the seasons continue and viewership declines. That’s just a general pattern with any show that’s been around as long as The Walking Dead has.”

https://deadline.com/2019/02/new-walking-dead-spinoff-in-the-works-amc-executives-confirm-1202566913/

"The Walking Dead" Spin-off Greenlighted at AMC for 2020 Premiere, Details Revealed
by Dade Hayes
April 8, 2019


Expanding on an announcement made on the AMC Networks quarterly earnings call in February, AMC has revealed more plans for a new spin-off of "The Walking Dead".

Giving the new show a formal series order, the network said it will be run by Matt Negrete, who has been a writer and producer on "The Walking Dead" for the past five seasons.

It is co-created by Scott M. Gimple, chief content officer of "The Walking Dead" universe. Produced by AMC Studios, the spin-off will start production on 10 episodes this summer in Virginia and premiere on AMC in 2020.





The news came during the AMC Networks Summit in Manhattan, a showcase for the company’s programming during upfront season. AMC is also expanding its Christmas programming block and will simulcast BBC America’s emerging hit "Killing Eve".

The new spin-off will feature two young female protagonists and focus on what the network said in its official release is, “the first generation to come-of-age in the apocalypse as we know it.”

The hook, according to the description, will be to see who remains good and who turns evil.





“We’re thrilled that the Dead will keep walking into a new corner of the post-apocalyptic world, a corner that will present stories and characters unlike any that The Walking Dead has dramatized thus far, and that is bound to excite one of the most passionate fanbases in television,” said David Madden, president of programming for AMC Networks and AMC Studios.

“Scott has been an invaluable leader for the Universe since taking on the role of chief content officer, with a distinct and innovative vision for the franchise. Likewise, we’re excited to have Matt, who has been a crucial part of The Walking Dead family for over five years and penned many memorable episodes of TWD, at the helm of this original series.”





“On the heels of an incredible ninth season of The Walking Dead and as we approach an anticipated new season of Fear this summer, this is an exciting moment for the Dead franchise, which continues to thrive in a highly competitive environment,” said Sarah Barnett, president of the entertainment networks group for AMC Networks.

“We are thankful to be working with some of the best creatives in the business to expand this Universe in new and exciting ways for our fans.”





A new TWD series comes as the mother-ship show has seen the departures of Andrew Lincoln and Lauren Cohan and series-low ratings. Additionally, as more crossovers are in the works with spin-off "Fear the Walking Dead", Lincoln is set for a series of TWD movies. Black Panther star Danai Gurira has also limited her TWD presence in the show’s 10th season.

Despite its declines, executives note that the mother-ship series remains the No. 1 show on cable and the No. 2 drama on TV behind NBC’s "This is Us".





“Showing audiences an unseen corner of The Walking Dead Universe steeped in a new mythology is a very cool way to celebrate a ‘Decade of the Dead’ on TV and over fifteen years of Robert Kirkman’s brilliant comic,” Gimple said.

“Matt Negrete is one of the best writer-producers in TWD’s long history — I’m thrilled to be working beside him to tell stories unlike we’ve seen before, taking our first step into an even larger world.”





“I’m beyond excited to be a part of this new show set in The Walking Dead Universe,” said Negrete.

“Writing and producing for the original series has been the job of a lifetime and I’m honored to be working with Scott and all the fine Dead folks at AMC in this new capacity. I can’t wait for the fans of the franchise to see what we’ve been cooking up!”

https://deadline.com/2019/04/the-walking-dead-spinoff-details-revealed-by-amc-ahead-of-2020-premiere-1202590997/

New "The Walking Dead" Spin-off Casts its First Three Leads
by Denise Petski
July 10, 2019


Alexa Mansour (Unfriended: Dark Web), Nicolas Cantu (The Amazing World of Gumball), and Hal Cumpston (Australian comedy Bilched) are set as leads on AMC’s new untitled "The Walking Dead" spin-off series, set for premiere in 2020, Deadline has confirmed.

The new spinoff will feature two young female protagonists and will focus on the first generation to come-of-age in the apocalypse as we know it, according to the description by AMC. The hook will be to see who remains good and who turns evil.

Details of the roles are being kept under wraps.

https://deadline.com/2019/07/walking-dead-spinoff-casts-first-three-leads-1202644505/

New "The Walking Dead" Series Casts Annet Mahendru & Aliyah Royale
by Denise Petski
July 19, 2019


AMC has rounded out the cast for the third "The Walking Dead" series with Annet Mahendru and Aliyah Royale.

AMC announced the casting news today immediately following the original show’s panel at Comic-Con International in San Diego.

https://deadline.com/2019/07/new-the-walking-dead-series-casts-annet-mahendru-aliyah-royale-1202649456/

Nico Tortorella To Star in New "The Walking Dead" Spin-off
by Nellie Andreeva
August 5, 2019


Nico Tortorella (Younger) has been tapped for a lead role in the upcoming third series in "The Walking Dead" franchise on AMC.

Nico’s character, Felix, is described as an honorable man of his word who isn’t afraid to fight for others’ safety and acceptance.

https://deadline.com/2019/08/the-walking-dead-third-series-nico-tortorella-star-cast-new-spinoff-amc-1202661133/

Joe Holt To Recur on New "The Walking Dead" Spin-off
by Denise Petski
August 14, 2019


Joe Holt (The Punisher) is set for a recurring role in the upcoming third series in "The Walking Dead" franchise on AMC.

Holt will play Leo Bennett, a solid family man and respected professor with a generous heart and unwavering optimism for the future. He’d risk his life to save the people he cares about.

https://deadline.com/2019/08/the-walking-dead-third-series-joe-holt-recur-new-spinoff-amc-1202667465/

Check out the first images from The Walking Dead's female-led spinoff (https://deadline.com/2019/10/the-walking-dead-spinoff-series-first-look-photos-amc-1202751371/)

AMC has released first-look photos of the unnamed third female-led Walking Dead series in advance of the show making its panel debut on Saturday at New York Comic Con.

AMC Sets End Date for "The Walking Dead: World Beyond" 3 Months Ahead of Premiere
by Michael Ausiello
January 21, 2020


Its premiere is still three months away, but we can already tell you that "The Walking Dead: World Beyond" will be the shortest "Walking Dead" series in history.

Speaking to reporters last week at the Television Critics Assoc. winter press tour, AMC president Sarah Barnett declared that the franchise’s third series would not imitate its predecessors “in substance or form,” before announcing, “World Beyond is a two-season closed-ended series that will tell a very specific and distinct story.”

"World Beyond", which is set to premiere on Sunday, April 12, at 10/9c immediately following the Season 10 finale of the mother ship (watch trailer), will focus on the first generation of survivors to be brought up post-apocalypse.

https://tvline.com/2020/01/21/walking-dead-world-beyond-ending-two-seasons/

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The Walking Dead: World Beyond's premiere date delayed until later this year (https://tvline.com/2020/03/20/the-walking-dead-world-beyond-delayed-postponed-spinoff-premiere-date/)

The second Walking Dead spinoff was scheduled to premiere April 12. But it will be delayed to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Max Osinski Joins Season 2 of AMC's "The Walking Dead: World Beyond"
by Denise Petski
April 8, 2021


Max Osinski (Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Shameless) is set for a recurring role on the second season of "The Walking Dead: World Beyond".

Osinski will play Dennis, a once dedicated and disciplined soldier who is now trying to pick up the pieces of his life.

https://deadline.com/2021/04/the-walking-dead-world-beyond-max-osinski-season-2-amc-spinoff-recurring-1234729612/

Robert Palmer Watkins Joins Season 2 of AMC's "The Walking Dead: World Beyond" as Recurring
by Denise Petski
May 28, 2021


Robert Palmer Watkins (General Hospital) is set for a recurring role on the second season of "The Walking Dead: World Beyond".

Watkins guest-starred in the first season as Lieutenant Frank Newton and his role has been expanded to recurring for Season 2.

https://deadline.com/2021/05/the-walking-dead-world-beyond-robert-palmer-watkins-season-2-amc-spinoff-recurring-1234766215/

Gissette Valentin to Recur on "The Walking Dead: World Beyond"
by Alexandra Del Rosario
June 28, 2021


AMC’s "The Walking Dead: World Beyond" has added Gissette Valentin in a recurring role.

Valentin will play Corporal Diane Pierce, a smart, driven soldier who commands the respect of someone in a much higher position of authority.

https://deadline.com/2021/06/with-love-andre-royo-gissette-valentin-the-walking-dead-world-beyond-amazon-amc-casting-1234781772/

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"The Walking Dead: World Beyond" Casts Anna Khaja
by Denise Petski
August 19, 2021


Anna Khaja (Quantico) has booked a recurring role on the second season of AMC’s "The Walking Dead: World Beyond".

Khaja plays Indira, an intelligent, artistic leader and mother who will do whatever it takes to protect her family and her people from harm.

https://deadline.com/2021/08/the-walking-dead-world-beyond-casts-anna-khaja-david-desantos-swat-1234818255/

Former "The Walking Dead" Actress is Bringing her Character to "World Beyond" Spin-off
by Charlie Mason
September 2, 2021


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AMC announced Thursday that "The Walking Dead" alum Pollyanna McIntosh will be reprising her role of Jadis/Anne for the second and final season of "The Walking Dead: World Beyond" (which premieres Sunday, Oct. 3).

https://tvline.com/2021/09/02/the-walking-dead-world-beyond-pollyanna-mcintosh-cast-season-2/

"The Walking Dead: World Beyond" Casts Wes Jetton
by Denise Petski
Sept. 24, 2021


Wes Jetton (The Eyes of Tammy Faye) has booked a recurring role on the second season of AMC’s "The Walking Dead: World Beyond".

Jetton will play Robin, a survivor and hunter who, while rugged and resourceful, is also calm, reassuring, and wise beyond his years.

https://deadline.com/2021/09/the-walking-dead-world-beyond-wes-jetton-sean-michael-gloria-bmf-1234830465/