SDCC: Walking Dead Gets Premiere Date, Talks Negan
The Walking Dead Cast and Crew went to SDCC with a purpose, and right off the bat they revealed many new facts about the show.
First off, season 07 will debut on October 23rd on AMC, and the season will consist of 16 episodes comprised of two halves.
Then, they noted how Negan’s “game” will affect every cast member, including Rick in many ways. Creator Robert Kirkman noted that if fans think Rick has hit rock bottom, he assures them that isn’t even close.
Finally, a key character from the comics, King Ezekiel, and his pet tiger will be in the series this season. And Ezekiel will be played by legendary voice actor Khary Payton, of Teen Titans fame.
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