Tales of the Walking Dead (2022)
An anthology spinoff set in the zombie apocalypse, delivering six standalone stories from the world of The Walking Dead.
Tales of the Walking Dead - Series Information
- Original Title: Tales of the Walking Dead
- First Air Year: 2022
- Last Air Year: 2022
- Created by: Channing Powell, Scott M. Gimple
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama, Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 6
- Status: Canceled
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: August 14, 2022 (United States - TV-MA), August 14, 2022 (Canada - 18+), August 14, 2022 (United Kingdom - 15), August 14, 2022 (Germany - 18), August 14, 2022 (France - 18), August 14, 2022 (Australia - MA 15+), August 14, 2022 (Mexico - C), August 14, 2022 (Spain - 16)
- Networks: AMC
- Production Companies: AMC Studios
- Production Countries: United States of America
- Alternative Titles: Байки ходячих мертвецов (RU), Приказните за Живите Мртовци (MK), მოსიარულე მკვდრების ზღაპრები (GE)
Tales of the Walking Dead - Plot
An episodic anthology series focused on both new and established characters set in the world of "The Walking Dead."
Tales of the Walking Dead - Trailer
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6 different stories. 1 Dead world.
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Tales of the Walking Dead - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Channing Powell
- Scott M. Gimple
Main Cast
- Olivia Munn
- Terry Crews
- Parker Posey
- Jillian Bell
- Samantha Morton
- Danny Ramirez
- Daniella Pineda
- Jessie T. Usher
- Embeth Davidtz
- Loan Chabanol
Writers
- Channing Powell
- Maya Goldsmith
- Ahmadu Garba
- Kari Drake
- Lindsey Villarreal
Executive Producers
- Channing Powell
- Scott M. Gimple
- David Alpert
- Michael Satrazemis
- Gale Anne Hurd
Tales of the Walking Dead - FAQs
Is Tales of the Walking Dead connected to the main series?
Tales of the Walking Dead exists within the same universe as the original series, sharing its zombie-ravaged world and occasionally featuring familiar faces. However, each episode tells a self-contained story, meaning you don't need to have watched every season of The Walking Dead to follow along and enjoy it.
Is Tales of the Walking Dead worth watching?
It's a mixed but intriguing experiment. The anthology format lets each episode take bold creative swings — some darkly comedic, others deeply emotional. Standout performances from Parker Posey and Samantha Morton make it worthwhile for fans of the franchise, even if the six-episode run feels uneven overall.
Where can you stream Tales of the Walking Dead?
You can stream Tales of the Walking Dead on AMC+, YouTube TV, and Philo. It's also available on Amazon Prime Video, Hoopla, and Plex for free. If you prefer to own episodes, they're available to purchase on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home.
Why was Tales of the Walking Dead cancelled after one season?
AMC cancelled Tales of the Walking Dead in 2022 after its single six-episode run, citing a strategic shift in the Walking Dead franchise's direction. The network chose to focus resources on other spinoffs — including Dead City, Daryl Dixon, and The Ones Who Live — rather than continue the anthology format.
Who are the main cast members in Tales of the Walking Dead?
Each episode features a different lead cast. Highlights include Olivia Munn as Evie, Terry Crews as Joe, Parker Posey as Blair Crawford, Jillian Bell as Gina, and Samantha Morton reprising her role as Dee. The rotating ensemble format gives each story its own distinct personality and tone.
Is Tales of the Walking Dead based on a true story?
Not at all — Tales of the Walking Dead is a work of fiction rooted in Robert Kirkman's graphic novel universe. The anthology draws from the broader zombie apocalypse mythology established in the comics and the original TV series, crafting original stories within that established fictional world.
What makes Tales of the Walking Dead different from other spinoffs?
Unlike other Walking Dead spinoffs that follow ongoing character arcs across multiple seasons, Tales of the Walking Dead adopts a pure anthology format — each of its six episodes is a standalone story with a fresh cast and tone. Some lean into horror, others into dark comedy or emotional drama, making it the franchise's most experimental entry.
What are similar shows to Tales of the Walking Dead?
If you enjoy the anthology format, American Horror Stories and Inside No. 9 offer similarly self-contained episodic storytelling. For more Walking Dead universe content, Fear the Walking Dead, The Walking Dead: Dead City, and The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon are natural next watches with deeper character continuity.
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