Fans Are Ditching The Walking Dead: Dead City for Daryl Dixon's New Spinoff
Why are fans calling The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon the best spinoff yet?
The Walking Dead fans have been eagerly awaiting the release of The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon. And surprisingly, it looks like with just one episode out, fans are already buzzing about how it might just be the best spinoff so far.
Over on Reddit, fans are raving about the first episode. Many fans state that Daryl Dixon's premiere episode was already more entertaining than the entire first season of Dead City. Many seem to agree that while Dead City had its moments, it often felt like a rehash of the Maggie/Negan drama.
On the other hand, Daryl's new adventure feels fresh and exciting. The cinematography is on point, the setting is intriguing, and new characters are interesting, and let's be honest, Daryl just rules.
In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Norman Reedus, the actor who portrays Daryl, shared that the first episode sets the tone for the entire series. Fans can expect to see Daryl navigating unfamiliar terrains, from abandoned beach towns to majestic mountains.
If you caught the teaser, you'd have seen Reedus cruising by a dilapidated Eiffel Tower. Yes, the show takes us to Paris. Reedus revealed that they've also filmed in iconic locations like the Catacombs and the Louvre.
The first episode introduced us to some new characters. There's Laurent, an 11-year-old boy who grew up in an abbey protected by nuns; Isabelle, a badass nun who knows how to handle herself in a zombie apocalypse; and Madame Genet, a new antagonist, possibly connected with the CRM.
So, is The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon worth the hype? Based on the initial reactions, it's a resounding yes. The fresh storyline, stunning locations, and promising new characters have fans eagerly awaiting the next episode.
It's clear that Daryl's journey in France will be filled with intriguing characters and unexpected challenges. While every spinoff brings something unique to the universe, — for now, it's safe to say that Daryl Dixon is stealing the spotlight.
If you haven’t watched the first episode yet, you are really missing out. The next episode of TWD: Daryl Dixon is set to air on AMC and AMC+ on September 17.