The Walking Dead appears to be closing the book on Daryl Dixon and Carol Peletier, the last two characters from season 1 still central to the franchise. A new season 4 trailer frames their next story as possibly their final journey.
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01Summary
- 01Daryl Dixon and Carol Peletier are the only characters from The Walking Dead season 1 who have remained part of the franchise throughout its history.
- 02A trailer for Daryl Dixon season 4 debuted at New York Comic Con 2026 and uses the line, "One last journey... One last fight."
- 03The Walking Dead: Dead City aired its third season in 2026, and Daryl Dixon season 4 is set for February 2027.
- 04Norman Reedus and Melissa McBride play Daryl Dixon and Carol Peletier, respectively.
- 05The article says Daryl Dixon season 4 could be the final chapter for the franchise's last remaining originals, though it does not confirm that outright.
02Why it matters
For long-time viewers, this may mark the end of the last direct link to The Walking Dead's first season. It also signals that the wider franchise is moving into an uncertain future after years of spin-offs.
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