Summary
After six years of doubt, a reunion betweenThe Walking Dead’s Rick Grimes and Daryl Dixon seems more likely than ever before, especially in the wake ofThe Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon’s season 3 renewal announcement. During Friday’sSan Diego Comic-Conpanel focused onThe Walking Dead’s France-set spin-off, AMC released the full trailer for the show’s second outing, which is subtitledThe Book of Carol. While the trailer left many viewers wonderinghow Carol gets to France inDaryl Dixonseason 2,the new footage also prompted fans to wonder about other character reunions.
In fact,Daryl Dixonshowrunner David Zabeeven touched upon the idea of Rick (Andrew Lincoln) and Daryl (Norman Reedus) reunitingonscreen either in theDaryl Dixonspin-off or another franchise project. The last time Daryl and Rick shared the screen was whenAndrew Lincoln leftThe Walking Deadseason 9. After 6 years apart, this dynamic duo more than deserves one last team-up beforeThe Walking Dead’s shows end altogether — even though they’re currently an ocean apart in their respective spin-off storylines.
Rick Grimes & Daryl Dixon’s Reunion Just Took A Big Step Forward
David Zabe Gave A Hopeful Answer About Rick & Daryl’s Futures In The Walking Dead
At a San Diego Comic-Con panel focused onThe Walking Dead: Daryl Dixonseason 2,Screen Rantlearned from showrunner David Zabe that a Rick Grimes and Daryl Dixon reunion isn’t off the table. When discussing the topic,Zabe said, “I think it’s safe to say… we hope that the characters will find ways to reconnect.“While the long-timeWalking Deadmulti-hyphenate kept his answer understandably vague, it sounds like theDaryl Dixonteam is open to bringing back other characters. It’s hard to say if the Rick and Daryl reunion has been discussed explicitly though.
…it will take more than a few plot twists and turns to reunite these far-flung survivors.
For now,the biggest obstacle to an onscreen Rick Grimes and Daryl Dixon reunion boils down to the characters' current locations. InThe Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live’s ending, Rick and Michonne (Danai Gurira) reunite with their children, RJ and Judith. It’s implied that the couple will search out the rest of their long-time friends and fellow survivors after the credits roll. WithThe Walking Dead’s characters spread out between the greater Atlanta area, France, and, inDead City, New York, it will take more than a few plot twists and turns to reunite these far-flung survivors.
Daryl Dixon Season 2 Trailer Spoils The Show’s Most Exciting Upcoming Moment
The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon’s panel at San Diego Comic-Con 2024 presented the official trailer for season 2, and it features one major spoiler.
Rick Grimes & Daryl Dixon Still Have One Of TWD’s Best Dynamics
Nearly 15 years sinceThe Walking Deadpremiered, Rick and Daryl’s relationship remains one of the franchise’s most compelling dynamics. When they first meet, Daryl doesn’t like Rick much because of Rick’s opposition to Merle. However, their strained relationship takes a turn in season 2, with Daryl becoming Rick’s right-hand man. Soon enough, the duo can communicate without saying a word. Although Rick and Daryl have some disagreements, especially when it comes to major group decisions, they respect each other.Rick even calls Daryl his “brother.“Needless to say, aRick Grimes and Daryl Dixon reunionis a must.
The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon—The Book of Carolis slated to premiere on June 14, 2025.
The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon
In a post-apocalyptic France, the series follows Daryl Dixon as he navigates the complexities of a new landscape. Separated from his familiar world, Daryl faces unexpected challenges and forges new alliances while confronting the lingering threats of a walker-infested reality.
