No, Rick Grimes does not die in The Walking Dead season 9, though he was presumed dead by his friends at the time.
Rick Grimes may not have graced our screens in a long time, but The Walking Dead fans still hold a soft spot for him and wish to see him again. Andrew Lincoln played the character for about a decade, leading the show for nine seasons, so it is understandable why fans love him so much.
Rick was last seen in season 9 episode 5, titled What Comes After. He tried to sacrifice his life for his community, but fortunately, he didn’t die. He ended up severely injured in an explosion. Jadis rescued him and flew him away in a helicopter.
Where is Rick in the current timeline of The Walking Dead universe?
It is tough to say where Rick is at the moment since all of the shows in the universe are not in sync temporally. He has not appeared anywhere after his disappearance.
However, the spin-off show, The Walking Dead: World Beyond, does subtly address Rick’s current location. In the show's second season, fans see Jadis and learn that she has joined the CRM, which was possible due to a trade she made. The “trade” referred to here seems to be none other than Rick Grimes.
Can Rick Grimes return in The Walking Dead Season 11?
The Walking Dead season 11 is currently airing, and there has been no sign of Rick Grimes yet. However, there is always a chance for Rick to make a return in the remaining episodes. Whether he will appear or not in the final season of The Walking Dead, it is confirmed that Rick will certainly return since his story is far from over.
When will we see Rick again?
Originally, The Walking Dead creators had planned to continue Rick’s story in a trilogy of films. However, it was announced at San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) 2022 that Andrew Lincoln will appear again as Rick Grimes in a six-part spin-off series opposite Danai Gurira playing Michonne. This means that not only will fans get to see Rick again, but they will also witness the reunion of lovers Rick and Michonne.
FAQs
Q. Why did they get rid of Rick in The Walking Dead?
A. The character of Rick Grimes disappeared from The Walking Dead since the actor playing him, Andrew Lincoln, needed a break and wished to spend time with his family.
Q. What episode does Rick die in The Walking Dead?
A. Rick doesn’t die but disappears in episode 5 of The Walking Dead season 9.
Q. Who kills Rick in The Walking Dead?
A. Rick tries to sacrifice his own life in The Walking Dead series by blowing up a bridge. In The Walking Dead comics, the character was killed by Sebastian Milton.
