“The Walking Dead” is approaching the conclusion of its eleventh and final season, with the last episode scheduled to air on November 20. AMC, however, intends to keep the franchise alive by expanding the universe with new stories that fans will likely follow closely in the United States and Canada. The network introduced an anthology series this summer, Tales of the Walking Dead, and has announced a spin-off called Dead City, originally referred to as Island of the Dead. This new project centers on Maggie and Negan and will unfold in New York City, widening the franchise’s footprint across North America. A separate mini-series will feature Rick Grimes and Michonne, continuing the thread of major surviving characters from the core show.
Additionally, Norman Reedus will headline his own series titled Daryl Dixon. Very little is known about the project beyond a key fact: the roguish crossbow-wielding survivor will journey to Europe, a setting that promises fresh landscapes and new challenges while remaining within the Walking Dead universe. Melissa McBride, who plays Carol, will not participate in this production, which is positioned as a standalone extension rather than a direct continuation of the main series.
Early speculation about the European location for Daryl Dixon was clarified by a teaser image showing the Eiffel Tower in an apocalyptic scene, a stylistic nod to The Walking Dead. This announcement suggested a move toward a City of Light motif, with the narrative centering on how a lone survivor adapts when the familiar world has collapsed and a new country becomes the center of the story.
The reveal hinted at France as a possible setting, introducing a plot thread about a protagonist who wakes in an unfamiliar city and must piece together how he arrived there. This arc may intertwine with the ending of The Walking Dead: World Beyond, adding a connective tissue to the broader universe and its post-credits hints. The show’s creators are intentionally layering mystery, setting the stage for a dramatic arc in a renowned European capital.
Surreal ending of interview with Norman Reedus from ‘The Walking Dead’
In reflecting on the franchise’s evolving map, the question arises whether the Daryl Dixon story might inspire further North American or European adventures. Alicante, Spain, has become a focal point for speculation, with fans pondering if the film and television production ecosystem there could support future shoots. The possibility of further collaborations in Spain invites excitement for what a European chapter could bring to the Walking Dead universe.
Norman Reedus shared memories of past visits to Spain during notable public events. He recalled the Fallas festival experience in Valencia, where he enjoyed a mascletà from a balcony overlooking City Hall, accompanied by Jeffrey Dean Morgan, who plays Negan. The moment underscored how the franchise invites its stars to engage with diverse locales and cultures, enriching the storytelling canvas for North American audiences and viewers in Canada.
‘The Walking Dead’ cast hallucinates with mascletà
That same day offered a glimpse into life on set and the thrill of exploring new scenery. The actors discussed how the experience of filming in Spain can broaden the emotional palette of their characters, especially as the series hints at fresh ecosystems, climates, and communities that survivors encounter beyond the American landscape. This sense of discovery feeds anticipation for Daryl Dixon and the other forthcoming projects, signaling a broader, more internationalized Walking Dead universe.
As for Daryl’s new series, a release is planned for 2023, with the exact date to be announced. North American fans, along with audiences in Canada, can expect a narrative that preserves core themes of survival and resilience while expanding into unfamiliar locales that challenge familiar expectations and offer new alliances, rival factions, and moral dilemmas.