Robert Kirkman Weighs In on Animation Adaptation

Summary

– Robert Kirkman expresses interest in a faithful animated adaptation of The Walking Dead.

– AMC’s appetite for such a project remains uncertain.

– Kirkman focuses on Invincible, leaving AMC’s Walking Dead spinoffs to other writers.

The Walking Dead, a franchise that has spanned comic books, video games, and a successful live-action television series on AMC, might be heading towards a new horizon—an animated adaptation. Creator Robert Kirkman, known for adapting his works like Invincible into adult animated series and Super Dinosaur into children’s animation, has expressed interest in bringing a more faithful version of The Walking Dead comic book to life in animation.

Kirkman’s statement in The Walking Dead Deluxe #79 reflects his enthusiasm for the idea, though he notes the uncertainty of AMC’s interest in such a project. This comes after the conclusion of both the comic series, which ended after 193 issues in 2019, and the AMC live-action show, which wrapped up its 11-season run in 2022.

While Kirkman has been deeply involved with Invincible, he remains less engaged with the ongoing Walking Dead spinoffs on AMC, having not written an episode since season 5. He expressed satisfaction with how the live-action series concluded under showrunner Angela Kang, particularly praising the segments that diverged from the comic.

The potential for an animated series opens up new avenues for The Walking Dead universe, offering a chance to revisit and expand upon the original comic book narrative. With Kirkman’s track record in animation and his vision for the series, such a project could offer a fresh and exciting take on the beloved zombie saga.