The Walking Dead: Dead City Timeline ( Real )

announcement
July 19, 2021

Announcement of The Walking Dead: Dead City

AMC officially announces the development of The Walking Dead: Dead City, a spin-off focused on characters Maggie and Negan.

marketing
March 2023

Release of Trailer

AMC releases the first official trailer for The Walking Dead: Dead City, giving audiences a glimpse into the post-apocalyptic setting of Manhattan.

The Walking Dead: Dead City Timeline ( Fictional )

imprisonment
Year 0, Month 1

Negan Imprisoned in Manhattan

Negan is held captive in Manhattan after the fall of the Commonwealth and the prior events of The Walking Dead.

escape
Year 0, Month 3

Negan Escapes Prison

Negan manages to escape his captivity in the ruins of Manhattan island, dealing with multiple walker hordes and hostile survivors.

reunion
Year 0, Month 4

Encounter with Dwight

Negan reunites with Dwight, who has been calling out to him for help in the decaying city.

walker_infestation
Year 0, Month 5

Manhattan Under Siege

The city is overrun by walkers, making survival a constant challenge for all remaining humans including Negan and Dwight.

conflict
Year 0, Month 6

Confrontation with New Antagonists

Negan and Dwight face off against violent survivor factions competing for control in Manhattan.

character_development
Year 0, Month 7

Negan Seeks Redemption

Throughout their journey, Negan attempts to atone for his past actions and protect Dwight.