“It’s definitely going to go somewhere”: ‘The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live’ Showrunner on Possible Season 2 With Andrew Lincoln
The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live recently treated the fans of the franchise to a much-anticipated reunion. Viewers were delighted as Rick Grimes and Michonne were brought back together after parting ways. The six-episode miniseries showed both characters roaming, fighting for survival, and slaughtering zombies while struggling to find each other.
The reunion of Rick and Michonne was highly anticipated. Rick‘s fate was uncertain since his disappearance in season 9 of the original series. The creators of the show had initially planned to make three movies about his further adventures. However, those plans didn’t work out.
The series not only brought back the fan favorites but also introduced new storylines. As the season came to an end, viewers started wondering what’s next for the Grimes family.
Showrunner of The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live Hints at Future Possibilities
Scott M. Gimple, the showrunner of The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live, has not been very open about the possibilities for the future of the show. But his comments suggest that there may be more to come. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Gimple acknowledged the speculation but added a disclaimer, saying,
“It’s definitely going to go somewhere..But it might just be in my brain. It might just be my fan fiction.” Gimple’s response indicates that while he may have ideas for continuing the story, there are currently no concrete plans in place for a second season.”
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Gimple also mentioned that various factors, including schedules, need to go exactly as planned to get things done. He admitted,
“You never know, but right now there’s nothing on the table, except my little fan fictions I write in the evening for myself.”
Although Gimple’s comments may seem discouraging to some fans, they also leave some room for hope. The showrunner’s willingness to explore his own “fan fictions” suggests his attachment to the characters and a desire to continue their story if the right opportunities arise.
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Andrew Lincoln Hints at Season 2 of The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live
Andrew Lincoln, who also co-created and co-produced The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live alongside Danai Gurira, hinted at a potential second season. In the interview with Entertainment Weekly, Lincoln expressed his joy at reuniting the Grimes family unit.
When asked about the possibility of a second season, Lincoln left the door open, stating, “Never say never.” He talked about other important characters in the universe who could potentially cross paths with Rick and Michonne, creating exciting storytelling. Hinting at the future possibilities, he said,
“That was thrilling that we did episodes and sequences that I’m intensely proud of and we haven’t seen before. If that were to come out of Gimple’s or Danai’s brain, and it was irresistible, then I think that there’s infinite chance that it might happen again. But I don’t know when.”
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However, Lincoln also feels the need to have a compelling story for another season. Referring to the thrilling sequences and character developments explored in the first season, he said,
“It’s a difficult one. It would have to be like this, a really exciting story.”
When Danai Gurira was asked about the same, she just laughed and said, “Ditto.” Lincoln was happy to have delivered according to their vision. They aimed to deliver surprises, character turns, and sequences that had not been seen before in the 13-year history of the franchise.
While Lincoln and Gurira remained secretive about the future of the series, their enthusiasm for exploring new storytelling ways leaves fans hopeful for more adventures with the Grimes family.
