Remember that "Walking Dead" talk show that was rumored late last month? Well, guess what: it is officially on!
AMC has announced the launch of "Talking Dead," a live half-hour talk show focusing on all things zombified and apocalyptic. The program is set to make its grand debut following the encore of the October 16 premiere of the second season of "Walking Dead."
As previously rumored, Chris Hardwick is hosting the show, providing recaps and interviews with cast and crew, as well as fans and television enthusiasts.
“As an enormous fan of both 'The Walking Dead' comic and television show, I pretty much begged for this job,” Hardwick said in a statement. “Dissecting the moves of Rick Grimes and the remaining survivors after every episode is something I would be doing with my friends anyway, so the fact that AMC is actually paying to do so is a bonus.”
“This half-hour after-show gives fans the opportunity to nerd out about the story in a very public forum: what they like, what they don’t like, or what questions they may have," he added. “Additionally, it will better inform viewers on making intelligent decisions when faced with the zombie apocalypse, which will probably happen sooner or later.”
One thing that probably won't happen sooner or later? Much discussion about Frank Darabont's departure on "Talking Dead." Maybe I'm wrong, but something tells me AMC is going to keep their distance on that topic.
Check out Deadline and Entertainment Weekly for more on the news.
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