Best Upcoming TV Zombie Shows in 2026

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Zombies have been a popular theme in movies and TV for years, and surprisingly, they still feel fresh. Perhaps it’s exciting to watch everyday people try to survive unbelievable situations. Or maybe these stories offer a way to explore real-world issues disguised as scary action. It could also just be fun to think about how we’d react if a major disaster suddenly happened.

Television has become a great place to explore what happens when society breaks down. Shows like The Walking Dead showed us a world overrun by zombies, complete with complex communities, shocking betrayals, and even multiple spin-off series, making survival horror a mainstream hit. Then The Last of Us demonstrated that zombie stories can be deeply emotional and character-driven, as well as scary. Ultimately, these shows suggest that zombies aren’t just about horror – they help us examine what it means to be human, with all our flaws and complexities.

With 2026 approaching, zombie stories are becoming popular again. Lots of well-known shows are returning, and many new ones are coming out, all with unique takes on the classic formula. If you believed the zombie trend was over, you might be surprised – a fresh wave of shows is on its way.

Here are all the three zombie TV shows confirmed for 2026 and beyond.

‘All of Us Are Dead’ Season 2

(Netflix – January 23, 2026)


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The popular Korean zombie series, All of Us Are Dead, is coming back! After a three-year wait, season 2 will premiere on January 23, 2026. Based on the webtoon by Joo Dong‑geun, the first season followed students at Hyosan High School as they struggled to survive a zombie outbreak while trapped inside their school. It quickly became a hit on Netflix in 2022, with viewers watching for over 560 million hours in the first month alone.

The first season ended on a cliffhanger, leaving viewers eager to find out what happens to characters like On-jo, Cheong-san, and Nam-ra, especially given Nam-ra’s unique condition which suggests exciting new directions for the story. Season 2 will broaden the story beyond the town of Hyosan, with the outbreak now reaching Seoul. Netflix has confirmed that this means even greater danger and the introduction of a new group of survivors. Several original cast members, including Park Ji-hu, Yoon Chan-young, Cho Yi-hyun, and Park Solomon, will be returning.

Early looks at the new season show a grimmer atmosphere and a much larger scope, with the creators promising a deeper look at how society changes when the zombie outbreak spreads beyond a single town. Fans are eagerly awaiting season 2 of All of Us Are Dead, which is expected to be a major zombie release in 2026.

‘The Walking Dead: Dead City’ Season 3

(AMC – 2026)


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AMC has ordered a third season of The Walking Dead: Dead City, with filming scheduled to begin in Boston in Fall 2025. The show, starring Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Lauren Cohan as Negan and Maggie, respectively, takes place in a walker-infested Manhattan and has developed its own unique story. The first two seasons focused on their complicated partnership as they tried to survive the zombie outbreak, and the second season particularly highlighted the difficult choices they faced.

The third season is expected to continue the current storyline, and AMC has announced Seth Hoffman (known for his work on The Walking Dead and Prison Break) as the new showrunner. The story will likely focus on Maggie and Negan trying to establish a successful community in Manhattan, but they’ll encounter obstacles that put their efforts at risk. This represents a change in direction for the show, moving away from simply focusing on survival – a theme that has been central to The Walking Dead universe for a long time.

It’s also important to remember that Eli Hoffman wrote some of the most memorable episodes in the series, suggesting season 3 will focus more on characters and their stories than on big action sequences. So far, viewers have enjoyed the new location in Dead City and the strong connection between actors Jeffrey Morgan and Lauren Cohan, who have brought fresh perspectives to their well-known characters. With AMC planning more spin-off shows, Dead City season 3 – and the idea of a rebuilt Manhattan – makes it a promising addition to the zombie TV landscape in 2026.

‘Cabin Crew’

(2026 – New Series)


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Cabin Crew is a unique upcoming show blending teen comedy, horror, and mystery. It centers around a group of teenagers who discover that every ghost story they share actually becomes real. They’re then faced with the terrifying task of battling the monsters—including zombies—that come to life, and they need to find a way to stop the supernatural forces before it’s too late.

The new TV show blends standalone stories with an overarching plot, focusing on a different scary experience each episode while still connecting back to the same group of teenagers. Called Cabin Crew, it’s scheduled to debut in 2026 with a first season of eight episodes. The main cast includes Tony Zhou, Jackie Cheng, Oshay Murphy, Adrien Rodriguez, Max Free, and Alymayu Lema, who all play members of the cabin crew.

With a young cast and a unique mix of genres, Cabin Crew promises the exciting energy of classic teen horror films. It balances comedy with scares, setting it apart from typical zombie survival shows. Though details about the filmmakers are still secret, the trailer hints at a fun but spooky vibe. The show is generating buzz, especially with its combination of zombies and supernatural elements, and it’s likely to appeal to fans of shows like Stranger Things and Yellowjackets. All signs point to Cabin Crew being a major, thrilling hit in 2026.

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2025-11-25 16:20