- Dead City season 3 has officially finished filming in Boston, signaling a likely 2026 release.
- Cast members Jimmi Simpson and Logan Kim confirmed production wraps via Instagram posts.
- New showrunner Seth Hoffman will helm season 3, with 6–8 episodes expected.
- Daryl Dixon also wrapped season 4, increasing the chance of multiple TWD spinoffs in 2026.
Dead City season 3 completes production
The Walking Dead: Dead City has wrapped production on its third season. Filming took place in Boston — standing in for New York City — and reportedly began on September 8. Sources indicate the season will run about six to eight episodes.
Cast confirms wrap
Actor Jimmi Simpson posted on Instagram holding Negan’s barbed wire bat, Lucille, announcing he had wrapped and praising the season. You can view his post here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DSQ6B8ggYBk/.
Logan Kim, who plays Hershel, also shared an Instagram photo with Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Raul Castillo confirming the end of filming: https://www.instagram.com/p/DSa8rvvEiT0/.
What we know about season 3
Plot details remain tightly under wraps, but season 3 is expected to pick up after the events of season 2, where Maggie, Negan and new ally Perlie Armstrong vowed to reclaim the city and restore hope. With the TWD universe’s history of obstacles and unexpected turns, that mission is unlikely to be simple.
New showrunner, new tone?
AMC announced that Seth Hoffman, a longtime Walking Dead veteran, will take over as showrunner for Dead City season 3, replacing Eli Jorné. Hoffman’s arrival could bring a fresh narrative approach — though specifics about tone or direction have not been released.
Why a 2026 release is likely
There is no fixed release pattern for Dead City — the gap between seasons one and two was two years — but the quick turnaround from renewal to production wrap is a strong sign the show is a priority. Daryl Dixon, another major TWD spinoff, also recently finished filming its fourth season and has maintained a yearly release cadence since 2023. Both series wrapping production around the same time makes a 2026 return for Dead City increasingly probable.
What fans can expect next
With key cast members and new faces like Jimmi Simpson and Raul Castillo involved, Dead City season 3 will likely expand its stakes and character arcs. Fans should watch for official release announcements from AMC, promotional footage, and a premiere date as post-production progresses.
For updates, follow the cast posts linked above and AMC’s official channels. The Walking Dead universe looks set to stay busy in 2026 as Dead City and Daryl Dixon prepare new chapters.
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