Andrew Lincoln and Danai Gurira talk 'The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live' | AP interview

Danai Gurira and Andrew Lincoln have returned to “The Walking Dead” universe with AMC's “The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live.” debuting on both AMC and AMC+. The actors and executive producers spoke with AP entertainment reporter Alicia Rancilio about the rise of Richonne in the sixth spin-off of the original show.

[@N0tAnEarlyB1rd]

Their chemistry will never be topped❣️ Argue with the wall!❣️

[@Poufkimashoula1]

Gwendoline Christie x Nikolaj Coster-Waldau? Anthony Mackie x Sebastian Stan?

[@thatveryvvitch_]

​@@Poufkimashoula1no

[@tarareads23]

I love that! Argue with the wall. 😂 I’ll have to use that!! Thanks!

[@oliviapopethe2nd]

@@Poufkimashoula1 ugh just laugh or scroll wrdgaf

[@pleezahful]

With. The. Wall. 😂

[@Pfruit0916]

The way Danai told him “coffee” then he says ‘in a minute’ then once he finishes his sentence he reaches over and drink the coffee is crazy. Very work wife and husband

[@ske8254]

That was cute

[@sherylAA]

Shows how much these two play off each other. And know each other.

[@tarareads23]

When was this in the interview? I keep missing stuff. 🤣

[@munchems]

@@tarareads23same

[@itscora1119]

when was this?

[@marlenagonzalez87]

Danai and Andy's chemistry on and off screen is electric

[@jwilhite12357]

Their chemistry is so great that if I didn’t know any better I’d swear they were a real life couple.

[@jordenreece9541]

Crazy chemistry 🎉

[@deborahdixon7475]

I kinda wish they were a couple.

[@shawheenblount2685]

@@deborahdixon7475 Me too!

[@Hadknockafirst]

We all do !

[@IAMDivine7777]

​@@deborahdixon7475same 😢❤

[@sonjab2980]

Andy and Danai give off major Married Couple vibes the way they read each other, overtalk each other in conversation, and are hyper-aware and sensitive to each other's needs. Love them. I hope they find other projects to work on together. 💞

[@marym5037]

They absolutely give off married couple vibes! 100%!!!! It was like a couple counseling session! There’s something very special between these two people. Very special!

[@livingbyfaith1]

These two behave like the two bad best friends you want to keep apart in the classroom. They had me in tears from laughing.

[@mirandasummerset]

their chemistry is unlike anything Ive ever seen, they literally light up the screen so obsessed with them

[@ShopAddisonLane]

if you love their chemistry, you would LOVE Queen Charlotte (Golda) and King George (James) interviews. Swoon!

[@juned1719]

I’m trying not to be that person but these two have something special. Not sure what it is but something is there. Hope they stay in each other’s lives after all this.

[@sunsidestreet]

I say the same thing. They have something beyond the script, acting goes but so far.

[@racheltheodore7236]

I hope so too.❤

[@touristtea6076]

Oh my gosh these two are like besties. Her telling him you’re too modest. Him telling her to keep talking 😂.

[@britneypage7342]

These two complement each other so well. And love hearing their insight.

[@msaniitz5588]

Andy kept suggesting that Danai first noticed their chemistry, when it was actually all initiated by him. He referred to Danai as his leading lady; he told her it felt like just the the 2 of them in that Merle scene; he looked her up & down in the S3 prison scene (1st of many) - Norman just pointed out what we all saw; and he did all that campaigning through his mother. I remember reading how excited he was when he knew that Danai was joining the cast.

[@jessbelen]

I'm new, what's the mother story?😮

[@selenaashford351]

Yes! I thought I was the only one who noticed the up and down looks. They have great chemistry.

[@selenaashford351]

@@jessbelenhis mother called it. She wanted Rick and Michonne to be together.

[@Hurst_lwt]

He low key likes her lol, lets just call it how we see it.😉

[@grassfedcharlie]

I’m starting to think those moments of him looking at her up and down was him accidentally breaking character. He is real-life attracted to that woman 😭

[@sharonclark4002]

The way Andrew laughs, smiles and talks melts my heart, he’s so handsome ❤

[@Shannon-vv6rr]

In the UK we adore him. He's such an underrated actor ❤

[@sharonclark4002]

@@Shannon-vv6rr I’m from the UK my lovely and I love him 😍

[@marym5037]

I can’t take my eyes off him! He is mesmerizing! So incredibly beautiful. His face is art!

[@redpatriotnews]

It's great to see Andrew Lincoln and Danai Gurira teaming up again, especially for fans of "The Walking Dead." Their chemistry on screen has always been phenomenal, and it's exciting to hear them share insights and experiences from their time on such an iconic show. "The Ones Who Live" sounds like it's going to be a thrilling continuation or spin-off, and it's always interesting to get a behind-the-scenes look from the actors themselves. Interviews like these offer a rare glimpse into the creative process and the bonds formed between cast members over the years. Can't wait to see what they've brought to life this time!

[@LeahB31]

This was absolutely marvelous. These two are funny together. You can see the friendship. ❤

[@ccalexander1924]

Andrew seems like the most sweet down to earth guy that I don’t see in Hollywood much. His character of Rick grimes is so drastically different than what I see in his interviews. From his voice , mannerisms etc. his acting in TWD is just phenomenal. He has to win an award for TOWL . I def see it

[@liabw05]

Yea he seems very sweet, warm, and soft 🥰

[@LadyAstarionAncunin]

Danai's skin! So smooth and beautiful! Mama is moisturized! 😍

[@BlueAllianceNews]

What a fantastic opportunity to see Andrew Lincoln and Danai Gurira together again, discussing 'The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live'! Their chemistry on and off screen has always been a highlight for fans, and it's so intriguing to get insights directly from them about this latest project. Both actors have brought so much depth and nuance to their roles over the years, making their characters truly unforgettable. It's exciting to think about how this interview could offer new perspectives on the series and perhaps tease what's to come. Their dedication to their craft and the world of 'The Walking Dead' really shines through, doesn't it?

[@carlasmith5165]

That is a great work couple. That is why the show does so well.

[@MsTee349]

Danai is *beautiful* Not a “beautiful black woman” or “beautiful actress”: she is *BEAUTIFUL*

[@angieferguson16]

Period

[@jaccistein1375]

I was there with Norman and Yvette at season 3 shipping Richonne. Who could deny this chemistry? Even after years apart, this entire interview gave such a longtime married couple energy, ughhhh

[@theclimbingroseaffirmations]

Rick said in a recent interview, that he fell in love with Michonne in season 3, and he finally came clean and said he was checking her out in the prison when she walked off like Daryl said. Michonne said she fell for Rick when he bit that guy in the neck lol.

[@kianabutler1591]

I’m gonna be Devastated if this is the last time we see them 😢

[@walkerkiller4531]

Rick Grimes and Andrew Lincoln have something in common they both really cares about family.

[@ms.bubs4fun506]

And Michonne/Danai 😝

[@sydcharlotte]

@@ms.bubs4fun506THAT PART 😂

[@nikkiwoods1167]

3:09 “Look how pleased she is, it’s unbelievable, I love it” 16:35 is my absolute fav❤❤❤

[@razorsweeney]

My fav bits from the interview are the ones where they both made each other laugh and just complimenting one another. 3:03 - One day I'll fix you 13:12 - Did I not answer the question?.. okay 16:44 - Whatever, just take the compliment

[@sunsidestreet]

The way he looked at her 13:36 and had to snap himself out of it.

[@emmw7794]

Crazy how tough and rugged Rick Grimes is, but Andrew Lincoln is none of those things. Very stark contrast. What an Amazing actor. This guy would never harm anyone!

[@monicasanders810]

I noticed that too. He’s the complete opposite of Rick Grimes.

[@maureenjohnson6888]

Sign of a great actor! I'm hoping this series brings an Emmy!

[@munchems]

Andy wouldn’t survive a zombie apocalypse for very long. Him and many of his costars have said as much. 😂😂😂

[@sydcharlotte]

@@munchemsthat was so hilarious when Danai said he wouldn’t make it because he’s too nice and would be trying to talk the zombies out of biting people 😂

[@carlistyles6160]

Their chemistry is amazing, I don’t know how his wife copes with it. 😂

[@EchoJ]

Ngl,I still think emotional distance from his family was a huge reason he left. Lincoln is a phenomenal actor, but his connection to Danai as his on-screen/work wife and Chandler Riggs as his on-screen/work son was starting to overshadow his real life family (who he rarely saw, being on a different continent).

[@sliceofbread4580]

​@@EchoJ that was the main reason he left

[@MissyMuthaTruckiN]

the way they look at each other in the interview 🔥

[@brittanyKuchiki]

I know she been screaming crying and throwing up everytime he kisses Danai 😂😂

[@KRLoki2867]

Did you hear him say that he “loved it” when she was laughing at him? Then he raised his eyebrows suggestively while looking at her. Whew 😅

[@LadyAstarionAncunin]

13:16 is my favorite part because she's like "Mm mm" when he's like, "Did I not answer her question?" and it's so like someone would do their spouse, just be like "No" and keep talking. 😂 I love their comfort with each other. Reminds me of me with my bestie. I hope they spend time together as friends even when they're not working on stuff together. That connection is not to be wasted. It's priceless.

[@dorothyporthy2917]

Andy explaining to Danai about juggling with his kids like “they” actually have have kids together is so cute. She’s just nodding like “yea, the kids “. Hope there is a season 2

[@MyLatestObsessionPodcast-rj3qy]

I am a Richonne believer. I didn’t get it enough in time for the original series. Oh how I was wrong! These actors are such a joy to watch together

[@nutsaboutyorkies]

I absolutely love both of these actors! To see these characters back in action as Rick and Michonne has been amazing and I cannot get enough of them.

[@ScherziDoll]

I feel so blessed that they are back! Their chemistry is so fun. Thank you for this amazing interview!

[@cholland6861]

I love interviews that are focused on those being interviewed, not just the interviewer putting on a show - and I love anything with these two remarkable people - thank you AP

[@tarareads23]

Yeah this was a great one.

[@purplebanana6420]

I can see why Andy is confused when danai talks she's very detailed oriented 😊

[@toyajackson556]

She's a playwright.

[@daic1995]

​@@toyajackson556 I was about to say the same thing lol she has a million ideas and words I'm sure it's a struggle to catch up with her brain sometimes when she's speaking 🤣🤣

[@touristtea6076]

I vote Andrew Lincoln for the next James Bond!!!!! Imagine Andy in a suit and Porsche and 6 pack abs. Yes please!

[@kelifweharriott6808]

Your on to something keep talking

[@LampsGaming]

What does 6 pack abs have to with James Bond? Dumbo

[@gottfriedhub]

I never cared for bonds - but Andy could change that for me

[@simpleplanfan011]

People keep saying Henry Cavill but that’s the obvious, safe pick. I like Andrew Lincoln much better for the role.

[@touristtea6076]

@@simpleplanfan011 had not heard that one.… he could thin out for it. Bonds always been about a strong wit over physical strength🤔.

[@beeteees6535]

These two are hilarious. The end when she said she was a mess, and he said he was neat. Missed these two characters so much. Can't wait to the show.

[@ChivyDCom]

They are amazing .Top tier chemistry between these two.Rick and Michonne have my heart.

[@marym5037]

They are so in sync! Andrew is so gorgeous!!

[@gemmahall6263]

I love their dynamic, I've laughed out loud so many times.

[@justicebolton4844]

I love seeing them together ❤️ 🎉

[@ticketyblue3080]

I can't wait until Rick sees his kids.

[@sydcharlotte]

It was wonderful! I cried!

[@kingr2919]

Love these two. Thank you.

[@nawazsalim7415]

Beautiful couple

[@dex337]

Imagine Andrew Lincoln's real life wife just reading this and commenting on it by starting saying "Let me tell you something" 💀

[@Tom-mg2dt]

Lemmetellyasomethn

[@harjindercoutts6663]

Their chemistry is just amazing ! Their relationship off set is clear to see ! They are like better than best friends, perhaps soul mates ❤

[@user-xi9qk2mx7b]

Ricks got his left hand back!!

[@thewiseowl8804]

You mean he didn't cut it off? I thought he was committed to the role. Why is method acting increasingly looked down upon?

[@groovyyaya737]

They. Are perfect together

[@suzannesellers7383]

They make such a beautiful acting couple.

[@FemaleAssassin]

LOL I must have repeated the part a dozen times where they are both going off about his hybrid car. Hilarious!! 😂😂😂

[@thatveryvvitch_]

the heart and soul of TWD ❤

[@jngbabe]

Hope they can go back and rewatch this interview and see that their is something there❤

[@hidiamahine9594]

😂😂😂 they need Deanna to help them seeing it in real life

[@ccalexander1924]

You guys didn’t hear how Gimple is thinking about putting the world together again and have a Negan , Daryl and Grimes , michonne meet up again. I kind of think that answers the question I have had wondering if michonne and Rick make it at the end of these 6 episodes

[@Jjangbunbun]

They are so precious. Amazing seeing the characters come this far

[@estrella_star]

They’re literally married

[@karleighdye6403]

He's married already. Saying that is disrespectful to his wife

[@BadGoodGuy]

@@karleighdye6403 Learn to take a joke they obviously know that and don’t really mean it 🙄

[@AliPi7]

@@BadGoodGuyshe said “literally”. That means she is implying the are actually married which they are not

[@BadGoodGuy]

@@AliPi7 No she’s not you’re both just reading too much into it and taking it too seriously it’s so easy to tell that it’s a joke and that they don’t actually mean it 🤦‍♂️💀

[@estrella_star]

@@karleighdye6403Stop crying

[@Lana-the-Mess]

That was a fantastic interview. So pleasant and fun to watch!

[@groovyyaya737]

I love these two together

[@tarareads23]

I wonder what that tv show that Danai almost signed up for was? 😱Imagine if she did, we would have never had Danai as Michonne or this amazing ship, Richonne. 😱

[@Swiiiz]

I think it was Americanah on HBO when Lupita dropped they cancelled

[@tarareads23]

@@Swiiiz Americanah was way after she was on TWD. I think she was talking about before then about getting the role of Michonne vs another role for tv which she said the tv show didn't last long.

[@Ruleof2Review]

I’m loving the implications behind Andy’s “dot dot dot” comment…

[@msaniitz5588]

Same. It's also reminding me of when TOWL was first introduced at Comicon in 2022. Andy made the comment, "I can't wait to get my cowboy boots back on and get the band back together." Danai, in fact, had to remind him that the two of them had to find each other first. All of this, and Andy's tendency to almost drop some spoilers, leaves me encouraged.

[@shedabelle8485]

I love that she wanted to do more Decaps😊. We love Michone and her sword mastery.

[@akcedenor]

I'm obsessed!!! I have watched this so many times!! 😂 it just...😍 They bring me joy!

[@shawheenblount2685]

Yes!

[@feliciasmith150]

So much chemistry love ❤️ them

[@gordonmcveigh5302]

watching in scotland ,love this come back show thanks

[@mbillingsley6391]

Love this so much thank you!! So much for caring❤❤

[@johnellharris1366]

The ones who live is very interesting I’m in, love the characters and the actors.

[@JeanBrewer]

I just finished watching these 6 episodes! It is wonderful! I am very happy with it. These two looked so much the same as years ago. I love both of them! 💘💝

[@mbillingsley6391]

I love them together, they have such chemistry and so much fun to watch on and off the camera❤

[@stuartewoldt1513]

Somebody likes to talk alot and the other understands that and is OK with that. Kinda makes the body 1

[@Blessed-tn1wd]

Ugh these two 😍😍😍😍

[@Dev_7789]

i just love everything about this ❤️ they‘re finally back 😌

[@groovyyaya737]

Those two show so much love

[@EA1992-thirtyone]

3:16 17:41 I love Andy's smile 3:25 Hello 5:17 COD

[@mr.goodboi2780]

The "dot dot dot" has me excited. Sounds like even if this is only six episodes we'll be seeing Rick again at some point. I'm cool with that.

[@jazzuns.9498]

Literally the biggest thing i got out of this video. I sure home so bruh

[@groovyyaya737]

Oh how I love these two together

[@HT-wn3eh]

The chokehold these two have on me needs to be studied.

[@shawheenblount2685]

I know. I've watched this more than once. I find their interactions with one another so captivating. I can watch them forever.

[@TranquilAshes]

The interviewer could have been better but their chemistry is ridiculous

[@dkan71]

I just love their dynamic.

[@carolgraham7691]

Such a gentleman...love Andrew 🎉...they seem to complement each other, so well...

[@smiller4659]

Love them a lot!

[@crystalmaggard717]

Well Andrew Lincoln and Dinai Gurira you just said it… you guys want to do more writing and directing so, how about working on a season 2 ? 😅 finish Carl and Rick’s vision for their community to live in peace and harmony

[@hidiamahine9594]

There is no way they won’t come back. They love working together, the show, the crew, Scott, being able to write, co-create, co-produce. They have a crazy high budget. They’ll be back!!

[@elaine8823C]

Great To See Them Back Together Again..... 🧟🧟‍♀️🧟‍♂️👍👍🙂

[@by_luly]

LOL "we ran out of money" "sshhh dont tell them" "yea, we did" hahahaha these two

[@ZLforLovenGod]

WHO is the Frank that Andy mentioned?? Please someone tell me because I am desperate to know. Besides that, the chemistry, comfort, banter, and back-n-forth these two have is just so entertaining, fun, and truly lovely to watch

[@munchems]

He’s talking about Frank Darabont. Frank was the original show runner. He’s the reason we even have the TWD show. AMC fired him unceremoniously and many of the actors, crew members and fans were and are still very upset over it.

[@ZLforLovenGod]

@@munchems Wow, why? From what Andy described, Frank set the tone & culture that he emulated.

[@tonyaddeo6548]

I agree not into horror zombie movies usually but got hooked on this first episode

[@alw4326]

They're so cute!

[@TheeMrsGrinch]

I think in real life they are in love with each other. Their chemistry and how they look at each other is undeniable.

[@toyajackson556]

The way he avoids direct eye contact tells me more, there is chemistry but he is respectful to his family.

[@sunsidestreet]

I agree, there is something untold.

[@Hadknockafirst]

I believe that as well

[@nordicrain]

Never in my life did I think I'd see Andrew Lincoln mention Call of Duty.

[@9DSK]

Shout-out to Andy's kids for making him getting more currency by participating in COD! ❤💫

[@groovyyaya737]

They have great chemistry ❤️‼️❤️

[@LilNutDumb]

I hope Rick hears about the whisperers

[@kahluta]

He already know he said once that ofc he left the show when cool stuff happens than says like people wearin dead people face and stuff

[@ironmike7021]

@@kahluta he meant in the show not in real life 😂

[@dex337]

Not important they’re all gone

[@AliPi7]

@@kahluta​​⁠Morgan said it to him when he, Michonne and Carl ran into Morgan. Morgan was freaking out on Rick and said “people wearing dead people’s faces”. He thought Rick was a Whisperer.

[@munchems]

@@AliPi7um no. That was so many seasons before that. The Whisperers started 6 years after Rick’s disappearance.

[@groovyyaya737]

They are so perfect together

[@user-lk8nk5tg1w]

Love you both

[@alamoja]

They even lean their heads to the same side. Lol

[@Shannon-vv6rr]

Rick and Michonne are Selena and Jim from 28 days later, just in different universes.

[@BlessingOragwu-gy8tq]

Are you sure these two aren't dating? Cause wow! This chemistry is outstanding.

[@epiphany7189]

They are so beautiful together❤

[@DashboardCookies]

You'd think this channel would have captions on the videos. Even just auto-generated ones. You'd be wrong. Come on AP

[@drawing2]

lol she talked about his car, told him to drink coffee, said she was gone fix him. She was on one this interview. They are too funny.

[@shawheenblount2685]

I like when Andy said he loves that Danai is trying to fix him. They act just like an old married couple. It is so cute.

[@patriciabagby90]

It sounds so strange to hear Rick with a Brit accent! Meanwhile, I got a Michonne tee shirt about the time I lost weight and got in shape, so I became known as The White Michonne, lol!

[@GabbiHilson]

I loveeeeeeeeee these two!

[@bambamsboys7394]

This interview just confirms even more that this is only a 6 episode mini series & the end of both Rick & Michonnes characters in TWDU. Andrew says we knew that it would be 6 hours and that it would culminate with an end in a larger scale but also an end for the Richonne story. I think this means we may see a larger scale end story or their parts in the actual endgame. Either way this is def only 6 episodes & the end for them 😢 I’m getting a bit tired of hearing other fans/youtubers/reacters saying this is going to be a couple seasons & we will see them again, etc. It is just too much to hope for imo. Believe me, I wish I am wrong but all their interviews seem to be pretty up front about it.

[@grassfedcharlie]

I WILL 4EVER WISH THEY WERE A REAL THING 😩😩😩😩

[@traceycamille]

I adore them. Top tier all around 💗