It has been reported on August 11, 2009, that AMC wishes to create a Walking Dead television series.[5] Currently Frank Darabont has been tied to the project as writer, director and executive producer.[6] He previously attempted to develop this project while working with NBC.[7] Gale Anne Hurd has also been attached to the project.[8] On August 12, 2009, it has been confirmed that AMC will air the show.[9][10]
On January 21, 2010 AMC announced that a pilot was ordered for the show[11], the pilot will begin filming on 15 May 2010.[12]