Andrew Lincoln, the interpreter of Rick Grimes, will leave the series The Walking Dead during season 9. Fans fear for the future of the series, deprived of its hero. Will The Walking Dead have a new beginning or a disappointing ending?
It's a shock in the zombie world. Andrew Lincoln, the hero of The Walking Dead series since the very first episode decided to stop the adventure along the way. The American actor has indeed announced his desire to be closer to his family and work again for the cinema. A decision that displeases fans of the first hours. A certain John Smith started a petition to force the production to keep the role of Rick Grimes. The petition has already reached more than 2200 votes. On the other hand, no complaint is heard about the departure of Lauren Cohan. This resignation, still unofficial, would be due to the failure of negotiations for an increase in the salary of the actress. The interpreter of Maggie Rhee agreed to play in the first half of season 9 to conclude the story arc of his character.
Many changes to expect
A thousand and one theories are already circulating about the future of The Walking Dead. How will Rick Grimes die? Will he really be killed or will he join Morgan in Fear the walking dead ? This idea seems to be very popular with fans. Andrew Lincoln assured in an interview that "Rick and Morgan would surely see each other one day.Others believe that if AMC had not yet commented on the departure of Andrew Lincoln, it is because the actor would indeed join the cast of the spin-off.
Norman Reedus is now in the spotlight. He is one of the last living members of the original cast. Daryl is a very popular character with fans. The network has also offered Norman Reedus a new contract of $ 20 million. An increase following his promotion to leader? The highlighting of Daryl Dixon would bring the series on new tracks. The TV story would stand out from the comics significantly, since the character of Daryl does not exist in the comic.
The first half of season 9 of The Walking Dead is currently being filmed. It will be broadcast in the United States next September. Expect anything.