The Walking Dead: Dead City Season 2 (2025) – A New Chapter in the Apocalypse
AMC’s The Walking Dead: Dead City returns with its highly anticipated second season, premiering on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 9 PM ET/PT on AMC and AMC+ . This season expands upon the gritty, post-apocalyptic world introduced in Season 1, bringing back fan-favorite characters and introducing new threats in a decaying New York City.
🧟♂️ Season 2 Overview
Season 2 picks up after the dramatic events of the first season, where Maggie Greene (Lauren Cohan) made a difficult decision to hand over Negan (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) to the Burazi, a group of hostile survivors. Now, Maggie returns to New York City, determined to rescue Negan and confront the consequences of her actions. Meanwhile, Negan finds himself under the control of “The Dama” and “The Croat,” two formidable leaders vying for dominance in the city’s power struggle .
The official synopsis teases:
“In Season 2, in the growing war for control of Manhattan, Maggie and Negan find themselves trapped on opposite sides. As their paths intertwine, they come to see that the way out for both is more complicated and harrowing than they ever imagined.
🎬 Cast and New Additions
The core cast returns, with Lauren Cohan as Maggie and Jeffrey Dean Morgan as Negan. They are joined by
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Željko Ivanek as The Croat
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Gaius Charles as Perlie Armstrong
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Logan Kim as Hershel Rhee
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Mahina Anne Marie Napoleon as Ginny
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Dascha Polanco in a new role
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Kim Coates as a new antagonist
Additionally, Keir Gilchrist, Jake Weary, and Pooya Mohseni join the cast in undisclosed roles
⚙️ New Threats and Innovations
A standout element of Season 2 is the Burazi’s innovative use of the undead. In a chilling opening scene, walkers are harvested and processed into a green liquid that powers parts of New York City, including iconic landmarks like Radio City Music Hall .
The Burazi’s leader, The Dama, portrayed by Lisa Emery, emerges as a central figure, manipulating both Maggie and Negan to further her control over the city
📅 Premiere Events and Fan Engagement
To celebrate the Season 2 premiere, AMC Networks is orchestrating an immersive promotional campaign across Manhattan and Brooklyn. Events include:
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April 28: Rooftop Films advance screening and Q&A
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April 29: Maggie and Negan throw the first pitch at a New York Mets game during a themed “Dead City” night at Citi Field
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April 30: Walker invasions at iconic NYC spots like Penn Station, the Empire State Building, and Radio City Music Hall
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May 4: Season 2 premiere at 9 PM ET/PT on AMC and AMC+
🔍 What to Expect
Season 2 promises to delve deeper into the complex relationship between Maggie and Negan, exploring themes of trust, betrayal, and survival. With the addition of new characters and innovative threats, fans can anticipate a season filled with suspense, emotional depth, and the signature tension that has made The Walking Dead universe a cultural phenomenon.
For those new to the series, Season 1 is available to stream on AMC+, offering a perfect opportunity to catch up before the Season 2 premiere. As the battle for control of Manhattan intensifies, The Walking Dead: Dead City continues to redefine the post-apocalyptic genre.
