The Walking Dead: Don't Miss Out! Exclusive AMC+ Streaming Date for Daryl Dixon Revealed

Summary

'The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon' will premiere on both AMC and AMC+ at 9:00 p.m. ET on Sunday, September 10.

AMC's choice to simultaneously broadcast the episode on cable and streaming platforms could be driven by the aim to establish an impactful premiere night and attract a larger audience. The high popularity of Daryl Dixon, the foremost original character in the 'The Walking Dead' television universe, might have played a role in AMC's decision to create a unique premiere event for his show.

The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon will air on AMC+ at the same time as it premieres on the cable network, a departure from previous series in the franchise. This new spinoff follows Daryl as he washes ashore in France and embarks on a mission to guide a young boy named Laurent across the country for prophetic purposes. The series is scheduled to debut on September 10 at 9:00 p.m. ET on AMC. Unlike the earlier premieres of Fear the Walking Dead season 8 and The Walking Dead: Dead City season 1, which were available on AMC+ three days in advance, Daryl's spinoff will not have an advanced release on the streaming service.

Why Daryl Dixon Isn't Premiering Early

This is the franchise's first spinoff featuring flagship characters to premiere simultaneously on both AMC and AMC+. The Walking Dead: Dead City debuted early on AMC+, resulting in viewers watching the series start on different nights. Unlike previous spinoffs this year, The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon will not have an early premiere, ensuring that all viewers can watch the show at the same time on the night it airs.

It is uncertain whether the early release of episodes on AMC+ has affected viewership. AMC may be hoping that a single premiere night for Daryl's spinoff will attract more viewers overall. It remains to be seen whether future episodes will also have early releases or if they will all be available on Sunday nights.

Daryl, the original character in The Walking Dead's TV universe, is widely regarded as the most popular. AMC may have taken this into consideration when planning the premiere of his show, as they have decided to air it simultaneously on cable and streaming platforms. This strategy not only ensures that the premiere is seen as a special event, but also encourages discussion among viewers, as everyone will be watching it at the same time. It appears that AMC is committed to showcasing the significance of The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon's premiere and its implications for the future of the franchise.