Original Walking Dead star to return for trilogy of films

Production on the Walking Dead films is still underway despite lockdown restrictions

The Walking Dead’s Jon Bernthal will supposedly reunite with Andrew Lincoln in his upcoming Rick Grimes films.

Back in 2010, the 43-year-old made his first appearance in the zombie hit as Rick’s best friend, Shane Walsh. Their turbulent relationship ended when Rick kills Shane in season two.

Sources told We Got This Covered that Bernthal will be returning to his role as Shane, although as it stands not much is yet known about the level of involvement.

They said: “There are plans for Shane to appear in one of The Walking Dead movies, probably the first one.

“We’re told that flashbacks will be used to jump back in time, meaning Bernthal will be invited on board to reprise his role.”

They added: “We don’t know how large his part will be in the film, but presumably it would amount to an extended cameo at most.”

Despite the outbreak of the coronavirus producing limits on social interaction, production on the Rick Grimes films is still underway.

Series producer Greg Nicotero told SyFy Wire: “From what I understand from Mr. Gimple, the script is well underway. I’ve looked at a couple of early drafts, but I haven’t seen anything lately, but from what I understand they’re digging away at it.

“One thing about this kind of situation is people that work at home… You know, writers… They’re able to take advantage of this time, and it’s a good time.”

Greg added: “There’s going to be a lot of material that’s going to be ready to go, because everyone’s getting scripts, and getting stuff just right to the point where they can get it ready before you start shooting.