Is Tales of the Walking Dead returning for another season in 2022? Continue reading to find out more.
If you are a die-hard fan of the Walking Dead franchise, then there is a lot more coming for the fans this year. Another iteration of this popular series, titled Tales of the Walking Dead, is all set to make its debut on streaming services. This upcoming American post-apocalyptic horror anthology television series is created by Scott M. Gimple and Channing Powell. Channing Powell has also written for both The Walking Dead and Fear the Walking Dead.
The series is being described as an episodic anthology series that is based on new and existing characters within the Walking Dead universe. After just a few weeks of waiting then, the fans will be able to stream it in the comfort of their home. Hence, we’ve put together a quick rundown of everything you need to know about the release date, plot, and cast, so you can get a head start and be prepared before the series airs. Here is everything we know about Tales of the Walking Dead.
Tales of the Walking Dead Release Date and Time Slot
The network has officially confirmed that Tales of the Walking Dead is set to premiere on Sunday, August 14, 2022, at 9 p.m. on AMC and AMC+. The official Twitter handle of The Walking Dead also confirmed the news by sharing the official release date with a cast picture, quoting, “Want to try something new? #TalesOfTWD is bringing 6 different stories from the #TWDUniverse on August 14th.” Take a look at the official post below:
Want to try something new? #TalesOfTWD is bringing 6 different stories from the #TWDUniverse on August 14th. pic.twitter.com/6XLWIu4Fc1
— The Walking Dead on AMC (@WalkingDead_AMC) July 14, 2022
Tales of the Walking Dead Filming Status
Filming for the series began in January 2022 in Buford, Georgia, with the first episode directed by Michael E. Satrazemis; who has directed several episodes of both The Walking Dead and Fear the Walking Dead. In February 2022, it was confirmed that Satrazemis would direct three of the six first-season episodes, with the remaining episodes directed by Haifaa al-Mansour, Deborah Kampmeier, and Tara Nicole Weyr (who previously directed for Fear the Walking Dead).
The production of the show wrapped around April 2022, as the show creator, Channing Powell, shared the news on Instagram, quoting, “We wrapped Tales yesterday after months of hard work. Thank you to the greatest crew and cast and human beings and animals involved. I wish I could tag every single one of you.” Take a look at the official post below:
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Tales of the Walking Dead Plot
The official plot description of the series states, “Season 1 is the upcoming first season of AMC’s Tales of The Walking Dead. This season, like the whole series, is an episodic anthology that will follow individual characters from The Walking Dead TV universe, both new and old. This season consists of six original one-hour standalone episodes focused on both new and established characters within the walker apocalypse. Each episode has its own distinct tone and point of view – but the stakes are high in each story, pushing new, indelible characters with relentless, life-threatening choices and situations. We get to see the apocalypse through different eyes, discovering more worlds, mythos, and mysteries of The Walking Dead.”
Tales of the Walking Dead Episodes
Tales of the Walking Dead is reported to have will have 6 one-hour long stand-alone episodes that explore the entire range of human sentiments using well-known characters and brand-new faces. The series will depict the end of the world from a variety of viewpoints through unique characters each week. The first episode will air on August 14, 2022, followed by a release of one episode per week until September 18, 2022. According to Rotten Tomatoes, the first three episode titles are shown below, which are subjected to change and will be confirmed once the series debuts the episodes. To help you comprehend the sequence before watching the series on streaming, below is a detailed episode guide.
- S1E1: Evie; Joe – August 14, 2022
- S1E2: Blair; Gina – August 21, 2022
- S1E3: Dee – August 28, 2022
- S1E4: TBA – September 4, 2022
- S1E5: TBA – September 11, 2022
- S1E6: TBA – September 18, 2022
Tales of the Walking Dead Cast and Crew
Olivia Munn, Samantha Morton, Terry Crews, Parker Posey, Anthony Edwards, Poppy Liu, Jillian Bell, Loan Chabanol, Embeth Davidtz, Jessie T. Usher, Daniella Pineda, and Danny Ramirez are some of the actors who appear in Tales of the Walking Dead. The spinoff anthology includes high-stakes tales from both the existing and new franchise characters’ points of view.
Three of the episodes were directed by series producer Michael Satrazemis, while the other one was handled by directors Haifaa al-Mansour, Deborah Kampmeier, and Ron Underwood. Showrunner Channing Powell, a writer and producer on The Walking Dead and Fear the Walking Dead, and TWD universe overseer Scott M. Gimple serve as executive producers on the AMC Studios-produced series.
Where to stream Tales of the Walking Dead?
Depending on the viewer’s location and membership plans, Tales of the Walking Dead will be available to stream exclusively on AMC and AMC+. Other streaming services, if any, will be revealed in the future by the network once the episodes air on AMC streaming platforms and tv channels. Moreover, the final season of The Walking Dead is also available on the AMC+ website, along with all seasons of The Walking Dead: World Beyond and the latest episodes of Fear The Walking Dead.
Tales of the Walking Dead Official Teaser
On May 1, 2022, AMC released the Tales of the Walking Dead teaser with the tagline stating, “6 new stories. 1 #TWDUniverse.” Take a look at the official teaser trailer below:
According to the teaser, the viewers get glimpses of the series, which will depict the end of the world in its entirety and from a variety of viewpoints. All of the characters will experience the worst that the world has to offer as they are all confronted with dire circumstances and difficult decisions that will define their character traits and put their resolve to the test. All of it helps to broaden the scope of The Walking Dead’s universe and reconnect fans with its mythos and secrets.
Take a look at some exclusive stills from Tales of the Walking Dead
Before watching Tales of the Walking Dead, watch the previous seasons of the Walking Dead franchise to understand the franchise.