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The Walking Dead: World Beyond

The Walking Dead: World Beyond is an American post-apocalyptic horror drama television limited series created by Scott M.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated September 11, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

The Walking Dead: World Beyond is an American post-apocalyptic horror drama television limited series created by Scott M. Gimple and Matthew Negrete. It premiered on AMC in October 2020 and ran for two seasons, following teenagers in Nebraska after the zombie apocalypse. The series is a spin-off and the third television series in The Walking Dead franchise.

Premise

The series centers on four teenage protagonists living in a post-apocalyptic world. Their journey begins after they leave home to help save their father, and the story explores how young people adapt to life after the collapse of civilization.

Production

The series was created by Scott M. Gimple and Matthew Negrete, with Matthew Negrete serving as showrunner. It was developed as a limited series within The Walking Dead television universe.

Broadcast history

The Walking Dead: World Beyond premiered on AMC on October 4, 2020, and concluded on December 5, 2021. The series consisted of two seasons and a total of 20 episodes.

Franchise context

The series expands The Walking Dead franchise, which began with the comic book series by Robert Kirkman, Tony Moore, and Charlie Adlard. It is the third television entry in that franchise.

Key facts

  • It is a spin-off of The Walking Dead and the third television series in the franchise.
  • The story is set about ten years after the zombie apocalypse in Nebraska.
  • The series follows a group of teenagers who leave safety to journey across the country.
  • It focuses on the first generation to grow up during the apocalypse.
  • The first season had 10 episodes, and the second and final season also had 10 episodes.
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Canadian context

The series aired in Canada through major streaming and television distribution associated with The Walking Dead franchise, making it relevant to Canadian viewers who follow AMC programming and franchise spin-offs.

Frequently asked questions

What is The Walking Dead: World Beyond?
It is an American post-apocalyptic horror drama limited series set in The Walking Dead universe.
When did it first air?
It premiered on AMC on October 4, 2020.
How many seasons does it have?
It has two seasons.
How many episodes are there?
The series has 20 episodes in total.
Where is the story set?
The series is set in Nebraska, about ten years after the zombie apocalypse.
How does it relate to The Walking Dead?
It is a spin-off and the third television series in The Walking Dead franchise.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Walking_Dead:_World_Beyond
    Supports: Created by Scott M. Gimple and Matthew Negrete; AMC premiere date; limited series status; setting; season and episode counts; franchise position.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10148174/
    Supports: Series overview; U.S. release date; premise.
  3. AMC+ — https://www.amcplus.com/shows/the-walking-dead-world-beyond--1002257
    Supports: Number of seasons; cast listing; series availability on AMC's platform.
  4. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/the_walking_dead_world_beyond
    Supports: Premise; setting; franchise placement; creators; network; release date; genre.