The Walking Dead: Dead City has been one of the most popular spin-offs of The Walking Dead. It’s not that surprising given both the setting and the franchise. Having your zombie apocalypse story set in New York City would definitely attract no small amount of attention, and that’s adding onto the fact that the franchise is without a doubt the most popular zombie apocalypse franchise in history. Really, you only need to look at the fact that Dead City currently has 2 seasons totaling 14 episodes to see just how popular it is.

In fact, that’s why we’re here. AMC Networks is proud to announce that they have renewed The Walking Dead: Dead City for a third season. Alas, this news comes hot on the heels of the season 2 finale, which only just aired on June 22, 2025. Thus, they don’t have any info about a release date, or even a release window. However, we do know production will begin in Fall 2025 in Boston, MA. Not only that, but there’s going to be a huge change in the production cast for this new season.

New Showrunner for The Walking Dead: Dead City

Lauren Cohan as Maggie Rhee – The Walking Dead: Dead City _ Season 2) – Photo Credit: Robert Clark/AMC

AMC Networks is also officially announcing that showrunner Eli Jorné is stepping down from his role. In his place, Seth Hoffman will take up the reins at the new showrunner for The Walking Dead: Dead City season 3. Dan McDermott, president of entertainment and AMC Studios for AMC Networks, states:

“We’re thankful to Eli Jorné for two seasons of Dead City that took the story of these iconic characters in exciting new directions and broadened this thriving Universe by introducing a new corner of the walker apocalypse. As we continue to create new stories for a passionate TWD fanbase, we’re delighted to have a seasoned Walking Dead veteran like Seth Hoffman at the helm of a new season, alongside the remarkable Lauren Cohan and Jeffrey Dean Morgan, that will bring new adversaries and alliances and push the boundaries of Maggie and Negan’s conflicted relationship.”

As for Seth Hoffman himself? His statement on the matter is only:

“I’m excited to have the chance to dive back into The Walking Dead Universe and work to deliver another dynamic season’s worth of stories to this epic franchise. It’s a true honor to chart out the next chapter for Maggie and Negan’s iconic adventures in Dead City. Lauren, Jeffrey and Scott are incredible creative partners and I’m thrilled to collaborate with them to bring this story to life.”

Seth Hoffman Replacing Eli Jorné as Showrunner

Honestly, this bit of news is a mixed bag. On one hand, it’s quite exciting that we’re going to get a third season of The Walking Dead: Dead City. On the other hand, the showrunner replacement is quite the mystery here. AMC gives no reason why they replaced Eli Jorné as the showrunner. Not only that, but Jorne himself is keeping mum on the matter. Maybe the fact that the second season didn’t do as well as the first in terms of critical reception was the deciding factor? Maybe there was some behind the scenes drama that did it? Either way, it’s all speculation unless someone reveals anything official. Until then, we shall wait and see if Seth Hoffman can step up to the job of helming The Walking Dead: Dead City.

What do you all think? Are you eager for that upcoming third season of The Walking Dead: Dead City? Are you looking forward to seeing how Seth Hoffman does as the new showrunner? Tell us what you think in the comments section below.

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