The Walking Dead - Season 9 ... Direct

'Walking Dead' Season 9 Finale Explained - The Hollywood Reporter

: 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. 'Walking Dead' Season 9 Finale Explained - The

: Angela Kang took over the role from Scott M. Gimple, bringing a "creative renaissance" and a fresh tonal shift to the series. : Angela Kang took over the role from Scott M

: 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 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