Can Robert Kirkman’s Animated Dream for The Walking Dead Survive AMC’s Grip?
Ever wondered why The Walking Dead hasn’t shambled into animation yet? Dive into Kirkman’s struggles with AMC, and find out if his animated dream can break free!
Robert Kirkman, the creative mind behind The Walking Dead, has long harbored dreams of bringing the undead saga to life through animation. However, like a stubborn walker caught in a trap, he’s struggling to break free from AMC’s clutches. Despite years of yearning, Kirkman’s animated aspirations remain stuck in a tangled web of legal red tape.
In the “Letter Hacks” column of The Walking Dead Deluxe #85, Kirkman lamented his inability to move forward with the animated adaptation until he reclaims the rights from AMC. His hopes, though somewhat dimmed, still flicker with the possibility of one day seeing his vision materialize. Editor Amanda LaFranco echoed this sentiment, expressing Skybound’s enduring desire to see the animated series come to fruition.
Kirkman’s optimism waned in The Walking Dead #79, where he hinted at potential obstacles in securing AMC’s approval for the project. “I think it would be a lot of fun to do a faithful animated adaptation, but I don’t know AMC’s appetite for such things,” Kirkman pondered.
While a full-scale animated series remains elusive, The Walking Dead has flirted with animation in various forms. From promotional videos faithfully recreating the comic’s pages to tie-in web series like Red Machete, animated segments have teased fans with glimpses of what could be.
Despite the hurdles, The Walking Dead universe continues to expand. With new seasons of spinoffs and tantalizing hints at future projects, fans can rest assured that even without animation, the saga of survival in a post-apocalyptic world will endure.
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