The concrete jungle is about to get a lot deadlier as one of the most anticipated expansions of the zombie apocalypse, The Walking Dead: Dead City, prepares to make its streaming debut on Netflix. While fans wait for the return of a legendary rivalry in a new setting, the final days of the year are packed with enough horror and drama to keep everyone entertained.

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The Walking Dead: Dead City season 2 is officially scheduled to join the Netflix library on December 31, providing a thrilling conclusion to the year, according to What's on Netflix. Originally premiered on AMC, this spin-off follows the unlikely alliance between Maggie Greene and Negan Smith as they navigate a post-apocalyptic Manhattan.

Lauren Cohan and Jeffrey Dean Morgan reprise their iconic roles, bringing years of complex history and unresolved tension to the screen. The plot centers on their mission to rescue Maggie’s son, Hershel, from a mysterious kidnapper known as the Croat.

This second season, about to hit streaming, continues the dark exploration of redemption and survival amidst a sea of walkers trapped on the island. The series has been praised for its cinematic quality and the chemistry between its lead actors. It serves as a vital chapter for those who followed the original flagship series through its eleven-season run.

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While the walkers prepare to take Manhattan, several new titles will populate the streaming queue of Netflix this week.

The entertainment marathon begins on December 28 with the arrival of The Girl Who Got Away, a tense horror film focusing on a kidnapping survivor. On December 29, the variety increases with the reality series Members Only: Palm Beach and the eighth season of the beloved children’s show Peppa Pig.

The penultimate day of the year, December 30, shifts the focus toward true crime and sharp wit. Netflix will release Evil Influencer: The Jodi Hildebrandt Story, a documentary that examines the dark side of social media and psychological control.

To balance the intensity, comedy fans can look forward to Ricky Gervais: Mortality, a brand-new stand-up special, on December 30. Gervais is known for his unapologetic style and observations on life, death, and everything in between. These diverse releases ensure that there is something for every mood as the countdown to The Walking Dead: Dead City premiere begins. As the clock strikes midnight, ensure your survival gear is ready for the ultimate urban zombie showdown.

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