Season 9 received widespread critical acclaim for its improved pacing and renewed sense of dread, earning a , making it one of the highest-rated seasons in the franchise's history.
: In the episode "What Comes After," Rick sacrifices himself by blowing up a bridge to save his family from a massive walker herd. Unbeknownst to the group, he is rescued by Anne (Jadis) and taken away by a mysterious helicopter. The Walking Dead - Season 9 ...
: The season begins 18 months after the defeat of Negan, with a later six-year time jump following the departure of Rick Grimes. Season 9 received widespread critical acclaim for its
: In one of the show's most brutal moments, the Whisperer leader Alpha decapitates ten members of the communities—including Henry, Enid, and Tara —and places their heads on pikes to mark a new border. : The season begins 18 months after the
: Adapting material from issues #127–144 of the comic series, the story focuses on the unified communities attempting to rebuild civilization while facing internal discord and the arrival of the Whisperers , survivors who wear walker skins to blend into herds. Key Events & Major Deaths
The ninth season of premiered on October 7, 2018, and serves as a major turning point for the series, featuring the departure of its longtime lead and the introduction of a terrifying new antagonist. Season Overview