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Walking Dead: Dead City Films in Worcester, Fans Engage!

10/29/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Walking Dead: Dead City is filming in Worcester, Massachusetts this week, with street closures Wednesday and Thursday.
The production is filming season three, featuring Maggie and Negan.
Filming has previously occurred in Worcester, with notable scenes shot last month.
Set designers have created an elaborate urban landscape with subway signs and barricades.
Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Lauren Cohan were seen filming key scenes and engaging with fans.

History

Historical Context

The filming of "The Walking Dead: Dead City" in Worcester, Massachusetts, in 2022 highlights a growing trend of urban areas becoming popular filming locations, driven by Massachusetts' tax incentives for film productions since 2002. This expansion of the franchise, which began with the original series premiering in 2010, enhances local economies and boosts tourism, solidifying Worcester's role in the entertainment industry.

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Story summary

The Walking Dead: Dead City is filming in Worcester, Massachusetts this week, with street closures Wednesday and Thursday.
The production is filming season three, featuring Maggie and Negan.
Filming has previously occurred in Worcester, with notable scenes shot last month.
Set designers have created an elaborate urban landscape with subway signs and barricades.
Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Lauren Cohan were seen filming key scenes and engaging with fans.

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