In this video, we dive deep into the wasted potential of Rick Grimes in The Walking Dead. From the iconic portrayal by Andrew Lincoln to the dramatic character arcs from Seasons 1-8, Rick’s journey was filled with intense highs and heartbreaking moments. But after his departure from the show and several key deviations from Robert Kirkman’s comic series, it’s clear that Rick’s story was left unfinished, leaving fans with a lingering question: What could have been?
Here's what we will explore:
- Rick’s evolution as the moral center of The Walking Dead and his major arcs.
- How Carl’s death dramatically altered Rick’s trajectory and what we missed from the comic’s father-son dynamic.
- The powerful relationship between Rick and Andrea, which the show never fully realized.
- Rick’s complex interactions with Negan, the Whisperers, and his shocking decision to shoot Dwight in the comics.
- The emotional weight of Rick’s death in the comic series and the alternate future of the world he helped to rebuild.
- How The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live did virtually nothing to enhance Rick’s potential.
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⏰ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Introduction
01:25 - Recapping Rick's Journey
06:17 - AMC's TWD After Rick
07:05 - Missed Opportunities in Rick’s Story
08:14 - Comics vs Show: The Lost Potential
10:22 - Critical Moments from the Comics
21:39 - TWD: The Ones Who Live
23:43 - The Legacy of Rick Grimes
26:13 - Conclusion
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