The Walking Dead: The Return
Synopsis
Stars of "The Walking Dead," Andrew Lincoln and Danai Gurira, walk down memory lane and visit iconic locations where pivotal moments between their characters, Rick and Michonne, were filmed.
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Andrew Lincoln
Self / Rick Grimes
Danai Gurira
Self / Michonne Hawthorne
Norman Reedus
Daryl Dixon (archive footage)
Jeffrey Dean Morgan
Negan Smith (archive footage)
Chandler Riggs
Carl Grimes (archive footage)
Steven Yeun
Glenn Rhee (archive footage)
Lauren Cohan
Maggie Rhee (archive footage)
David Morrissey
The Governor (archive footage)
Ross Marquand
Aaron (archive footage)
Jon Bernthal
Shane Walsh (archive footage)
Josh McDermitt
Eugene Porter (archive footage)
Khary Payton
King Ezekiel Sutton (archive footage)
Michael Cudlitz
Abraham Ford (archive footage)
Pollyanna McIntosh
Jadis Stokes / Anne (archive footage)
Scott Wilson
Hershel Greene (archive footage)
Laurie Holden
Andrea Harrison (archive footage)
Cailey Fleming
Judith Grimes (archive footage)
Antony Azor
R.J. Grimes (archive footage)
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 15, 2024
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jes Thorud
- Original Score
- Bear McCreary
- Original Title
- The Walking Dead: The Return
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 40m
- Production Studios
- Embassy Row, AMC Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jes Thorud
Bear McCreary
Bob Stivers
Jes Thorud, Michael Davies
Department Leadership Roster
Bob Stivers
Director of Photography
Jes Thorud
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Walking Dead: The Return
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What is The Walking Dead: The Return about?
Stars of "The Walking Dead," Andrew Lincoln and Danai Gurira, walk down memory lane and visit iconic locations where pivotal moments between their characters, Rick and Michonne, were filmed.
Who directed The Walking Dead: The Return?
The Walking Dead: The Return was directed by Jes Thorud.
Who stars in The Walking Dead: The Return?
The principal cast of The Walking Dead: The Return includes Andrew Lincoln, Danai Gurira, Norman Reedus, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Chandler Riggs.
When was The Walking Dead: The Return released and how long is it?
The Walking Dead: The Return was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 40m.
Who composed the musical score for The Walking Dead: The Return?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Walking Dead: The Return was composed by Bear McCreary.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Walking Dead: The Return?
The Walking Dead: The Return holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).