Andrew Lincoln's New Thriller: Rick Grimes Replacement?

Andrew Lincoln, renowned for his iconic role as Rick Grimes in The Walking Dead, is stepping into a new leading role in the psychological thriller Coldwater. This new series, originally released in the UK in 2025, is slated for a US debut on Paramount+ with Showtime in early 2026. Coldwater centers on John, who moves his family to a quiet Scottish village after experiencing a severe incident in London, seeking a fresh start that quickly unravels.

The plot thickens as John and his wife Fiona befriend their new neighbors, Tommy and Rebecca, who harbor disturbing secrets. The trailer indicates a gradual unveiling of dark truths, with the series exploring heavy themes, including violence against women. Despite a mixed critical reception, Coldwater has been described as a gripping and suspenseful thriller that aims to make audiences uncomfortable.

This marks Lincoln's first lead television role in over a decade since The Walking Dead. While his return as Rick Grimes in 'The Ones Who Live' was a recent event, Coldwater offers him a chance to explore a different character. Speculation also suggests Lincoln might reprise his Rick Grimes role in a potential Walking Dead universe crossover, though his focus appears to be on new projects like Coldwater.