The Walking Dead: World Beyond (2020)

A post-apocalyptic AMC spin-off following sheltered teens who venture into a dangerous world on a mission to save humanity.

The Walking Dead: World Beyond - Series Information

  • Original Title: The Walking Dead: World Beyond
  • First Air Year: 2020
  • Last Air Year: 2021
  • Created by: Scott M. Gimple, Matthew Negrete
  • Type: TV Series
  • Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
  • Content Rating (US): TV-MA
  • Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 43 minutes
  • Number of Seasons: 2
  • Number of Episodes: 20
  • Status: Ended
  • Original Language: English
  • Spoken Languages: English, Spanish
  • First Air Date: October 4, 2020 (United States - TV-MA), October 4, 2020 (Canada - 18+), October 4, 2020 (United Kingdom - 15), October 4, 2020 (Germany - 16), October 4, 2020 (France - 18), October 4, 2020 (Brazil - 16), October 4, 2020 (Mexico - B), October 4, 2020 (Spain - 16)
  • Networks: AMC
  • Alternative Titles: 워키데드: 저 너 머의 세상 (KR), Ходячие мертвецы: Мир за гранью (RU), მოსიარულე მკვრები: სამსსაროს მიჩა (GE), 陰屗路:化外世界 (TW), The Walking Dead: The World Beyond (US), เดอะวอล์การงเดด: สู่โลกกว้าง (TH), ウォーキング・デッド ワールド・ビヨンド (JP)
  • Production Companies: AMC Studios, Skybound Entertainment
  • Production Countries: United States of America

The Walking Dead: World Beyond - Plot

A heroic group of teens sheltered from the dangers of the post-apocalyptic world receive a message that inspires them to leave the safety of the only home they have ever known and embark on a cross-country journey to find the one man who can possibly save the world.

The Walking Dead: World Beyond - Trailer

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The end of the world was our beginning.

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The Walking Dead: World Beyond - Cast & Crew

Creator(s)

  • Scott M. Gimple
  • Matthew Negrete

Main Cast

  • Aliyah Royale
  • Alexa Mansour
  • Hal Cumpston
  • Nicolas Cantu
  • Nico Tortorella
  • Annet Mahendru
  • Julia Ormond
  • Ted Sutherland
  • Joe Holt
  • Natalie Gold

Writers

  • Maya Goldsmith
  • Matthew Negrete
  • Ben Sokolowski
  • Eddie Guzelian
  • Scott M. Gimple

Executive Producers

  • Robert Kirkman
  • Matthew Negrete
  • Gale Anne Hurd
  • Scott M. Gimple
  • Brian Bockrath

The Walking Dead: World Beyond - FAQs

Is The Walking Dead: World Beyond connected to the main show?

Yes, World Beyond is set in the same universe as The Walking Dead and shares continuity with the broader franchise. It features crossover characters such as Jadis (Pollyanna McIntosh) and expands the mythology of the Civic Republic Military (CRM), a powerful organization central to Rick Grimes' storyline.

Why was The Walking Dead: World Beyond cancelled after two seasons?

World Beyond was always planned as a limited two-season series. AMC and showrunners Scott M. Gimple and Matthew Negrete designed it with a definitive beginning, middle, and end. The show concluded in 2021 as intended, telling a complete story rather than being cancelled due to poor performance.

Where can you stream The Walking Dead: World Beyond?

The Walking Dead: World Beyond is available to stream on AMC+, Philo, and Shudder, among other platforms. It can also be rented or purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Amazon Prime Video and Hoopla offer free access depending on your subscription.

Who are the main cast members of World Beyond?

The series stars Aliyah Royale as Iris Bennett and Alexa Mansour as Hope Bennett, two sisters at the heart of the story. They are joined by Hal Cumpston, Nicolas Cantu, Nico Tortorella, Annet Mahendru, Julia Ormond, Ted Sutherland, Joe Holt, and Natalie Gold in principal roles.

What is The Walking Dead: World Beyond about?

The series follows a group of teenagers who have grown up sheltered from the horrors of the zombie apocalypse. When a mysterious message arrives, they leave the safety of their colony and embark on a dangerous cross-country journey to find a scientist who may hold the key to saving humanity.

Is The Walking Dead: World Beyond based on a true story?

No, World Beyond is not based on a true story. It is a fictional spin-off set within the universe created by Robert Kirkman's graphic novel series The Walking Dead. The show was developed by Scott M. Gimple and Matthew Negrete as an original story within that established post-apocalyptic world.

How many seasons and episodes does World Beyond have?

The Walking Dead: World Beyond ran for two seasons with a total of 20 episodes — 10 episodes per season. Season 1 premiered on October 4, 2020, and Season 2 concluded in 2021, wrapping up the series as a complete, self-contained story within the Walking Dead universe.

What is the content rating for World Beyond?

The Walking Dead: World Beyond is rated TV-MA, meaning it is intended for mature audiences only. The series contains graphic violence, zombie horror, and intense themes consistent with the broader Walking Dead franchise. Viewer discretion is strongly advised for younger or sensitive audiences.

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