'The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live' (2024) air date, plot, cast and how to stream AMC's horror series
Series name: The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live
Platform: AMC and AMC+
Date of release: February 25, 2024
Country of origin: United States
Genre: Horror, Zombie apocalypse
No. of episodes: 6
Creators: Scott M Gimple and Danai Gurira
Full cast list: Andrew Lincoln, Danai Gurira, Terry O'Quinn, Pollyanna McIntosh, Lesley-Ann Brandt, Andrew Bachelor, and Breeda Wool
Following the conclusion of the original 'The Walking Dead' series, the characters of Rick and Michonne are all set to return in another spin-off series titled 'The Ones Who Live'. The post-apocalyptic horror series is created by Scott M Gimple and Danai Gurira for AMC.
The OG actors Andrew Lincoln and Danai Gurira will reappear in their iconic roles of Rick and Michonne. The much-anticipated series is scheduled to premiere on Sunday, February 25 on AMC and AMC+.
What is the plot of 'The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live'?
This series explores an epic love saga of Rick and Michonne, who are deeply impacted by a world in flux. Their bond is tested by physical distance, formidable forces beyond their control, and the haunting shadows of their past.
Rick and Michonne find themselves thrust into a new reality, shaped by a relentless battle against the living. In this new, unfamiliar world, will they rediscover each other and reclaim their identities?
'The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live' main cast
Danai Gurira
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Award-winning actress Danai Gurira is best known for her starring roles as Michonne on the AMC horror drama series 'The Walking Dead' (2012–2020, 2022-2024).
She is also widely acclaimed for her role as Okoye in MCU films such as 'Black Panther' (2018) and 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' (2022).
The 46-year-old actress is all set to return as Michonne, a katana-wielding warrior in AMC's upcoming series.
Andrew Lincoln
Andrew Lincoln, 50, returns as Rick Grimes in 'The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live'. He took on the role in 2010 and garnered worldwide recognition and accolades including the People's Choice Award in 2014 and Saturn Award in 2018.
He departed the cast of 'The Walking Dead' in 2018, but reprised his role as Rick in 2022 in the series finale.
The English actor is also known for his appearance in the popular rom-com film 'Love Actually' (2003) and the mystery television series 'Afterlife' (2005).
Terry O'Quinn
Terry O'Quinn, winner of a Primetime Emmy Award for his role in the TV series 'Lost' (2004–2010), is set to portray the character of Beale: The Major General of the Civic Republic Military in the 2024 'The Walking Dead' series.
Quinn is also known for his work in 'The Stepfather' (1987), 'The Rocketeer' (1991), 'Tombstone' (1993), and 'Primal Fear' (1996).
Other cast members include Lesley-Ann Brandt as Thorne, Andrew Bachelor as Bailey, Craig Tate as Donald Okafor, Matthew Jeffers as Nat, and Breeda Wool as Aiden.
How to stream 'The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live'?
'The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live' is scheduled to make its television debut on Sunday, February 25. Following its airing on AMC, the series will also be available for on-demand streaming on AMC+.
AMC+ offers a seven-day free trial with its membership starting from as low as $4.99 per month, offering limited ads and access to a wide content library. The ad-free membership is available for $8.99 per month.
'The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live' trailer