# Netflix and AMC licensing agreement for The Walking Dead

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> Updated: 2026-08-20T08:30:25.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Netflix and AMC Global Media have entered into a five-year, $500 million co-exclusive licensing agreement for ‘The Walking Dead’ franchise. The deal encompasses the original series and six spin-offs, totaling 371 episodes.

Beginning in 2027, the content will be available on both Netflix and AMC+. While Netflix has previously held exclusive rights to the original series in the United States, this new pact expands the franchise’s availability to international markets, including the United Kingdom, Italy, Australia, and New Zealand. The specific rollout of individual series will depend on the expiration of existing distribution agreements in various territories.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-20: Netflix and AMC sign $500 million deal for The Walking Dead

AMC Global Media and Netflix have signed a $500 million, five-year deal to bring the complete ‘The Walking Dead’ universe to both platforms starting in 2027.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/netflix-and-amc-sign-500-million-deal-for-the-walking-dead

### 2026-08-03: Netflix pays $500 million to secure The Walking Dead franchise rights for five years

Netflix will pay $500 million to AMC for a five‑year, co‑exclusive licence to the full The Walking Dead franchise, adding 371 episodes across multiple spin‑offs to its catalogue worldwide.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/netflix-pays-500-million-to-secure-the-walking-dead-franchise-rights-for-five-years

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