All 11 Seasons of The Walking Dead Come to AMC+ on Jan. 7, 2027: How to Watch With DIRECTV
For the first time, every episode of The Walking Dead is coming to AMC's own streaming service. AMC announced at New York Comic Con on October 9, 2026, that all 11 seasons and 177 episodes of the original series will stream on AMC+ starting January 7, 2027. Netflix, which has carried the show since 2011, keeps it too.
Here's what changes in January, what AMC+ costs today, and how DIRECTV customers can watch the whole franchise.
What's coming to AMC+ on Jan. 7
- The Walking Dead, all 11 seasons and 177 episodes, joins AMC+'s Walking Dead Universe collection.
- With the original series added, the collection totals 371 episodes across the flagship and six spin-offs: Fear the Walking Dead, Daryl Dixon, Dead City, The Ones Who Live, World Beyond and Tales of the Walking Dead.
- Bonus material includes specials, behind-the-scenes content and Comic-Con panels.
- The fourth and final season of The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon premieres in February 2027 and streams exclusively on AMC+.
Netflix keeps it, and gets the spin-offs
This came out of a co-exclusive deal AMC and Netflix announced on July 30, 2026. Netflix keeps the original series, and starting in 2027 it adds Fear the Walking Dead, Daryl Dixon, Dead City, The Ones Who Live, World Beyond and Tales of the Walking Dead worldwide. If you already pay for Netflix, you don't have to switch. AMC+ is the place to go for the newest Daryl Dixon episodes and the bonus extras.
AMC+ prices (checked October 13, 2026)
| AMC+ plan | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly with ads | $7.99/month | AMC+, Shudder, Sundance Now and IFC Films Unlimited, with ads |
| Monthly ad-free | $10.99/month | Same library, no ads on demand, downloads |
| Annual ad-free | $109.99/year (about $9.16/month) | Ad-free for 12 months |
AMC+ offers a 7-day free trial when you sign up directly. Standard prices shown are from amcplus.com as of October 13, 2026; promotional, app-store and partner prices can differ.
Watching The Walking Dead with DIRECTV
| Option | What it covers |
|---|---|
| AMC, DIRECTV channel 254 | New franchise episodes when they air on cable, plus marathons. AMC is in every DIRECTV Signature package, starting with ENTERTAINMENT |
| MyEntertainment Genre Pack | DIRECTV says this streaming pack includes AMC+ with ads, so you may not need a separate AMC+ subscription. Check your plan |
| AMC+ app on a DIRECTV Gemini device | Gemini runs Google TV, so you can install AMC+ alongside the DIRECTV guide |
| MyFree DIRECTV | Free FAST channels, including a Walking Dead channel with full episodes |
See what channel AMC is on DIRECTV for AMC's sister networks and how to watch AMC without cable. Not sure whether AMC+ is already part of your DIRECTV plan? Call 1-855-690-9884.
A binge plan before Daryl Dixon's final season
All 177 episodes run about 130 hours. At three episodes a night starting Jan. 7, you'd finish the original series in about two months, close to when the final Daryl Dixon season starts in February. Fans who only want the newest stories can skip ahead to the spin-offs, which are already on AMC+.
Frequently asked questions
When is The Walking Dead coming to AMC+?
January 7, 2027. All 11 seasons and 177 episodes will be available that day.
Is The Walking Dead leaving Netflix?
No. AMC and Netflix signed a co-exclusive deal, so the original series stays on Netflix and the spin-offs come to Netflix starting in 2027.
How much is AMC+?
As of October 13, 2026, the standard AMC+ plans are $7.99 a month with ads, $10.99 a month ad-free or $109.99 a year ad-free. AMC+ may also show lower introductory offers in some signup placements; check eligibility, offer length and the renewal price before subscribing.
What channel is AMC on DIRECTV?
AMC is DIRECTV channel 254 and is in every Signature package.
Questions about channels or packages at your address? Call 1-855-690-9884.
Details reviewed October 13, 2026. Standard AMC+ prices were checked on amcplus.com October 13, 2026; offers and renewal terms can vary. Channel lineups, regional networks and package availability vary by address and may change. American TV is an independent dealer and resource site; all marks belong to their respective owners.