Where to Watch The Walking Dead [2026]

Where to Watch The Walking Dead in 2026

Want to stream The Walking Dead? Here is where you can watch the complete series and its spinoffs online.

Streaming Availability

• Netflix — All 11 seasons available (subscription required)
• AMC+ — Complete series as the original network (subscription required)

About The Walking Dead

• Seasons: 11 (177 episodes)
• Years: 2010-2022
• Genre: Horror, Drama, Post-Apocalyptic
• Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Melissa McBride, Lauren Cohan

Based on the comic book series, The Walking Dead follows a group of survivors in the aftermath of a zombie apocalypse as they struggle to stay alive while dealing with threats from both the undead and other survivor groups.

The Walking Dead Universe — Watch Order

1. The Walking Dead (2010-2022) — The main series
2. Fear the Walking Dead (2015-2023) — Companion series
3. The Walking Dead: World Beyond (2020-2021) — Limited series
4. The Walking Dead: Dead City (2023-present) — Maggie and Negan spinoff
5. The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon (2023-present) — Daryl in France
6. The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live (2024) — Rick and Michonne limited series

All spinoffs are available on AMC+. Several are also on Netflix. Use our Where to Watch tool to check current availability for each series.

Complete Streaming Guide for The Walking Dead

Finding where to watch The Walking Dead can be challenging as streaming rights change frequently. This guide is regularly updated to reflect the latest availability across all major platforms including Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, HBO Max, Peacock, and Paramount+.

Tips for Finding The Walking Dead Online

• Check multiple platforms — Streaming rights rotate monthly, so The Walking Dead may move between services.
• Use free trials — Many platforms offer 7-day free trials that let you watch The Walking Dead at no cost.
• Consider bundle deals — Services like Disney Bundle (Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+) offer better value if you watch multiple shows.
• Look for ad-supported tiers — Cheaper subscription options with ads are available on most major platforms.

Platform Cost Breakdown for The Walking Dead

Netflix (all 11 seasons): Included with any Netflix subscription. Standard plan starts at $15.49/month; Standard with Ads is $7.99/month. This is the most cost-effective way to watch all 177 episodes if you are a new subscriber.

AMC+: $8.99/month. Includes the complete series plus all spinoffs (Dead City, Daryl Dixon, The Ones Who Live) and access to new AMC content before it airs. Best value if you plan to watch the entire Walking Dead universe.

Digital Purchase: Individual seasons average $19.99 (SD) to $29.99 (HD) on Apple TV, Amazon, and Vudu. Buying all 11 seasons outright costs significantly more than a few months of AMC+.

The Walking Dead Spinoff Watch Order

If you finish the main series and want to continue in the Walking Dead universe, watch the spinoffs in this order for narrative continuity:

1. Dead City (2023) — Maggie and Negan in post-apocalyptic Manhattan. Watch after finishing Season 11.
2. Daryl Dixon (2023) — Daryl stranded in France. Can be watched concurrently with Dead City.
3. The Ones Who Live (2024) — Rick and Michonne reunited. Watch after Dead City Season 1.

What to Watch After The Walking Dead

If you love The Walking Dead, these series have similar survival, character, and community themes:

• The Last of Us (Max) — the gold standard of post-apocalyptic drama since TWD ended
• Station Eleven (Max) — literary, character-driven pandemic apocalypse
• The 100 (Netflix) — post-nuclear survival with similar moral complexity
• Fear the Walking Dead (AMC+) — the direct spinoff following a different survivor group

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Walking Dead available on Netflix?

Yes, all 11 seasons of The Walking Dead are currently available on Netflix in most regions. It is also available on AMC+, the show’s original network. Availability may vary by country, so check both platforms.

Can I download The Walking Dead episodes to watch offline?

Yes. Both Netflix and AMC+ allow you to download The Walking Dead episodes for offline viewing through their mobile apps. You can also purchase individual seasons or episodes on Apple TV, Amazon Video, and Vudu for permanent access.

Will there be new seasons of The Walking Dead?

The Walking Dead concluded with Season 11 in 2022 after 177 episodes. While the main series has ended, the universe continues with multiple spinoffs including Dead City (Maggie and Negan), Daryl Dixon (set in France), and The Ones Who Live (Rick and Michonne), all available on AMC+.