Daryl Dixon Returns with a Bang in Season 2 of The Walking Dead Despite Actors' Strike

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The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon season 2 will resume filming on October 20th after being halted by the WGA strike.

Despite the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike, the series is able to proceed with filming due to an interim agreement established between AMC and the actors' union in August. Showrunner David Zabel expressed confidence in the preparation and progress for the upcoming filming schedule in a recent interview.

The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon showrunner, David Zabel, has confirmed the filming schedule for season 2. With the introduction of the latest TWD universe spinoff, the beloved franchise has expanded its reach to international territories, with Norman Reedus' fan-favorite character embarking on an adventure in France. In this new and terrifying iteration of the zombie apocalypse, Reedus' Daryl continues to showcase his heroic nature by safeguarding a young boy who possesses a unique destiny.

The announcement of The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon season 2 came even before season 1 aired, and production was already underway when the WGA strike hit Hollywood. Now, showrunner Zabel has confirmed that filming is set to resume in France on October 20th, following the resolution of the strike. Despite the actors' strike still remaining unresolved, Daryl Dixon, along with AMC series Interview With the Vampire and the upcoming TWD: The Ones Who Live, has an interim agreement with SAG that allows them to continue their work. Zabel shared in an interview with ComicBook.com after the WGA's new deal with AMPTP was ratified, "We are preparing and getting ready to shoot. There's still a lot to film, but we are in a good position."

The Walking Dead Is No Longer Spinning Its Wheels

The Walking Dead concluded its original run in season 11, having lost its momentum, and its first spinoff Fear the Walking Dead has struggled to find success despite being in its eighth season. However, the franchise has been revitalized by two new entries in 2023.

Dead City injected fresh energy into the universe with its action-packed storyline set in New York, centered around Maggie and Negan. It also introduced captivating twists to the Maggie-Negan relationship, laying the foundation for an intriguing future. On the other hand, Daryl Dixon has brought a renewed narrative focus to the universe through his classic Lone Wolf and Cub storyline, showcasing captivating settings and terrifying zombie variations.

Although The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon occasionally falls into repetitive zombie action and borrows heavily from superior works like The Last of Us, the introduction of new unexpected elements has revitalized the show, making it feel innovative and engaging once again. Therefore, it is incredibly exciting that season 2 can resume production, despite the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike.