Fans of the immensely popular zombie apocalypse series are in for a treat as Lauren Cohan, the star and executive producer of The Walking Dead: Dead City, expressed her excitement for the upcoming Season 2, which premieres on May 4, 2025. Cohan stated, “I’m really excited for fans to see what’s in store! This takeover is one of the biggest and most interactive experiences ‘The Walking Dead’ has ever done, and is the perfect way to kick off the new season.”
As part of the promotional festivities leading up to the premiere, the show’s iconic walkers invaded various locations in New York City on April 29, 2025. They made stops at PopUpBagels on Seventh Avenue and the AMC Networks office, much to the delight of fans and onlookers alike. The unique marketing strategy included a special event at Citi Field, where Cohan and co-star Jeffrey Dean Morgan threw out the first pitch at a New York Mets game against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Scott Gimple, the chief content officer of The Walking Dead universe, added to the excitement by declaring, “The city belongs to the dead — six scary words from early in the show will come true…. to celebrate ‘The Walking Dead: Dead City’ returning for more stories in the post-apocalyptic Big Apple.” Gimple emphasized the show's connection to New York City, stating, “With so many events and opportunities for East Coast fans to connect with the new season of the Dead City, I can’t wait to see NYC get TWD’d!”
Season 2 promises to delve deeper into the post-apocalyptic chaos of New York City, featuring Cohan and Morgan navigating a landscape filled with warring clans and dangerous walkers. The season will build on the storylines introduced in the first season, including the tense dynamics between the Croat and the Dama, as well as the expansion of the New Babylon Federation.
The premiere episode, titled “Power Equals Power,” sets the stage for an intense battle for control of Manhattan. In this episode, Maggie (Cohan) and Negan (Morgan) find themselves trapped on opposite sides of the conflict, raising the stakes for both characters.
Fans can expect to see a total of eight episodes in Season 2, which will air weekly. The episode release schedule is as follows:
- Episode 1: Sunday, May 4, 2025
- Episode 2: Sunday, May 11, 2025
- Episode 3: Sunday, May 18, 2025
- Episode 4: Sunday, May 25, 2025
- Episode 5: Sunday, June 1, 2025
- Episode 6: Sunday, June 8, 2025
- Episode 7: Sunday, June 15, 2025
- Episode 8: Sunday, June 22, 2025
For those eager to catch the new season, The Walking Dead: Dead City Season 2 will be available exclusively on AMC and AMC+. Viewers can also access it through their Prime Video subscription by purchasing AMC+ for an additional $6.99 per month, which includes a seven-day free trial. Additionally, Hulu + Live TV subscribers will find the AMC channel as part of their package, making it easier for fans to stay connected to the series.
As the latest spinoff in the Walking Dead franchise, Dead City is one of six total series that have emerged from the original show. The franchise has expanded significantly since its inception, with other series including Fear the Walking Dead, Tales of the Walking Dead, The Walking Dead: World Beyond, The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live, and The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon.
The first season of The Walking Dead: Dead City introduced viewers to Maggie and Negan's perilous journey into Manhattan to rescue Maggie's son, Hershel, who was captured by the antagonist known as The Croat. The season concluded with Negan sacrificing his freedom to save Hershel, a decision that was part of a larger plan orchestrated by The Dama, who seeks to recruit Negan for a civil war against New Babylon.
As anticipation builds for the second season, fans are eagerly awaiting the return of their favorite characters and the further unraveling of the gripping narrative set against the backdrop of a ruined New York City. With the promise of more action, suspense, and horror, The Walking Dead: Dead City is set to captivate audiences once again.
In the meantime, as the promotional events continue, fans can expect to see more walkers in iconic NYC locations, drawing attention to the show's unique blend of horror and urban exploration. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer to the franchise, the upcoming season is sure to deliver the thrills and chills that The Walking Dead is known for.
