Cast and Crew of The Walking Dead

The Walking Dead

In the critically acclaimed and popular television show, The Walking Dead, the main character is Rick Grimes, a small-town sheriff's deputy, who finds himself in a world that has been overrun by the living dead. Played by Andrew Lincoln, Rick is the moral compass of the show, attempting to maintain his humanity and morality in the face of unimaginable horrors. As the series progresses, Rick evolves from a man simply trying to survive to a leader who will do whatever it takes to protect the ones he loves.

Another central character in The Walking Dead is Glenn Rhee, played by Steven Yeun. Glenn is a fan favorite and one of the few original characters still alive in the series. At the beginning of the show, Glenn is a pizza delivery boy who quickly becomes an integral part of Rick's group. He is intelligent, resourceful, and brave, often putting himself in harm's way to help others. Glenn's relationship with Maggie, one of the other survivors, is a rare bright spot in the otherwise bleak world of the show.

The Walking Dead is set in a post-apocalyptic world dominated by flesh-eating zombies, known as "walkers." After being in a coma, Rick Grimes awakens to a world that has been torn apart by the undead. With no knowledge of what has happened, he sets out on a journey to find his family and loved ones. Along the way, he encounters many other survivors, each with their own stories and motives. The show explores themes of survival, humanity, and what it means to be alive in a world that seems to have lost all sense of morality. With its complex characters, nail-biting suspense, and thought-provoking themes, The Walking Dead is a must-watch for fans of post-apocalyptic fiction and horror.

Ran for 12 seasons.

Main Cast of The Walking Dead

Andrew Lincoln as Rick Grimes

Andrew Lincoln

Rick Grimes
Rick Grimes is a former sheriff's deputy who becomes the leader of a group of survivors in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies.

Quotes from Rick Grimes

  1. I'm sorry this happened to you.
  2. We are the Walking Dead.
  3. Carl, stay in the house!
Lauren Cohan as Maggie Greene

Lauren Cohan

Maggie Greene
Maggie Greene is a tough and resourceful survivor in the zombie apocalypse. She is the daughter of Hershel Greene and the wife of Glenn Rhee.

Quotes from Maggie Greene

  1. We don't get to be upset. We all got jobs to do.
  2. You step outside, you risk your life. You take a drink of water, you risk your life. And nowadays, you breathe… and you risk your life. Every moment now, you don’t have a choice. The only thing you can choose is what you’re risking it for.
Norman Reedus as Daryl Dixon

Norman Reedus

Daryl Dixon
Daryl Dixon is a skilled hunter and survivor in the post-apocalyptic world of The Walking Dead. He is tough, loyal, and often keeps to himself, but has a soft spot for those he cares about.

Quotes from Daryl Dixon

  1. I ain't nobody's bitch!
  2. You gotta play the hand you're dealt
  3. Sorry, brother. This is gonna have to get weird.
Danai Gurira as Michonne Hawthorne

Danai Gurira

Michonne Hawthorne
Michonne Hawthorne is a tough, skilled, and silent survivor with a mysterious past on the hit show The Walking Dead.

Quotes from Michonne Hawthorne

  1. I'm going to take care of you
  2. You don't get to do that, to come into somebody's life, make them care -- and just check out
Jeffrey Dean Morgan as Negan Smith

Jeffrey Dean Morgan

Negan Smith
Negan Smith is a major antagonist in the TV series The Walking Dead. He is the leader of 'The Saviors' and known for his charismatic personality, sharp tongue, and brutal tactics. Negan's weapon of choice is a barbed wire-wrapped baseball bat that he affectionately calls Lucille.

Quotes from Negan Smith

  1. I am sorry. I truly am. But I did say it. No exceptions.
  2. I just slid my dick down your throat and you thanked me for it.
Melissa McBride as Carol Peletier

Melissa McBride

Carol Peletier
Carol Peletier is a survivor in The Walking Dead. She has a hard exterior due to the hardships she has faced. She is fiercely protective of the people she cares about and has grown to be a vital member of the group.

Quotes from Carol Peletier

  1. Just look at the flowers, Lizzie.
  2. Look at the flowers.
Chandler Riggs as Carl Grimes

Chandler Riggs

Carl Grimes
Carl Grimes is a main character on the TV show The Walking Dead, based on the comic book series of the same name. He is the son of Rick and Lori Grimes and has been shown to be a capable survivor, having been forced to grow up quickly in a post-apocalyptic world filled with zombies.

Quotes from Carl Grimes

  1. Look at the flowers
  2. I'd do it again. I would do it again.
Seth Gilliam as Gabriel Stokes

Seth Gilliam

Gabriel Stokes
Gabriel Stokes is a former priest turned member of the survivor group in the zombie apocalypse. Initially cowardly and mistrusted by others, Gabriel becomes a valuable asset to the group over time.

Quotes from Gabriel Stokes

  1. We will find a way. Or make one.
  2. I don't need to be scared anymore. I'm beyond that now.
Ross Marquand as Aaron

Ross Marquand

Aaron
Aaron is a former recruiter for the Alexandria Safe Zone who has a talent for finding new survivors. He is calm and level-headed, serving as a voice of reason in the group

Quotes from Aaron

  1. Everybody's got an angle
  2. Don't mistake my kindness for weakness
Josh McDermitt as Eugene Porter

Josh McDermitt

Eugene Porter
Eugene Porter is a survivor of the zombie apocalypse in the show The Walking Dead. He is known for his intelligence and resourcefulness, often using his scientific expertise to help the group. However, he has also had moments of cowardice and deceit.

Quotes from Eugene Porter

  1. I'm also a very good liar, and I'm also quite unburdened by things like ethics or morality
  2. I have a very developed sense of vengeance
  3. I'm smarter than you
Christian Serratos as Rosita Espinosa

Christian Serratos

Rosita Espinosa
Rosita Espinosa is a tough and skilled survivor in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies. She is a loyal friend and valued member of her community, with a no-nonsense attitude and a sharp wit.

Quotes from Rosita Espinosa

  1. I'm not playing around, Spencer. This is stupid.
  2. Eyes up, soldier.
  3. I don't need your protection.

Secondary Cast of The Walking Dead

Peter Zimmerman

Eduardo

Jennifer Cocker

Walker (uncredited)

Kristin Erickson

Whisperer Woman

Misty Ormiston

Midge

Joey Renfroe

Militia

Brianna Butler

Maya

Fred Cruz

Walker (uncredited)

Brad Fleischer

Keith

Franco Barberis

Supervisor

Ryan Vo

Commonwealth Paper-Pusher

Burke Brown

Young Father

Eric LeBlanc

Powell

Sean McCracken

Doorman

MaryJean Feton

Old Woman

Braian Rivera Jimenez

Green

Ja'Corey Jones

Security Guard

Raw Leiba

Attila

Lorraine Rodriguez-Reyes

Doctor

Preston Wigasi Brant

CW Cleaning Crew #2

Justin W. Walker

Man

Keller Fornes

Tower Trooper

Jonathan Bergman

Child Walker

Barrett Doyle

Trooper 192

Morgan Davis

Trooper 263

Kirk Riley

Watch Trooper

Marc Prizov

Tunnel Trooper

James Gonzaba

Jorge

Amy Cain

Mom #2

Lindsay Abernathy

Rowan

Cherie Gierhart

Donna

Andy Glen

Mexican Boy

Karenlie Riddering

Mexican Woman

Erin Hunter

Crying Mom

Tom Turbiville

Guy #1

Kennedy Brice

Molly

Jule Culotta

Choir

Madalyn Hardwick

Choir

Jelani Watkins

Choir

Devon Higgins

Choir

Stephen Pepper

Choir

Taylor Conley

Choir

Will Nichols

Choir

Noah Benjamin

Red Haired Man

Sean Freeland

Savior POW #2

Gina Stewart

Vendor , Gina

Karl Funk

Neil

Lane Miller

Reilly

Anthony J. Police

Escape POW #9

Finch Nissen

Escape POW #13

Wallace Krebs

Escape POW #14

Neil Hoover

Escape POW #15

Mala Bhattacharya

Female Refugee

Joshua Haire

Squirrelly Man

Christopher Cockerell

Axe Wielding Reaper (uncredited)

Autumn Azul

Aliyah

Bethany Kasulas

Whisperer (uncredited)

Gus Morgan

Taunted Boy Walker (uncredited)

Reno Reyes

Mean Mug Saviour (uncredited)

Crew of The Walking Dead

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