Bloody Disgusting are reporting that Atlanta local Chandler Riggs will be starring as Rick Grimes' (Andrew Lincoln) son Carl in AMC TV's The Walking Dead.
Riggs joins Jon Bernthal, Jeffrey DeMunn, Sarah Wayne Callies, Laurie Holden, Steven Yeun, and Michael Rooker in the live-action adaptation of Robert Kirkman's popular comic series that's kicking off with Frank Darabont directing the pilot episode.
Bloody Disgusting are also featuring this first shot of Lincoln in costume as Rick. Apparently this image takes place when Rick is en route to Atlanta and his car breaks down. It's just before he gets on a horse and rides it into downtown Atlanta.
Robert Kirkman, creator/writer of the Image comic and executive producer on the series says:
"Writing this book for the past seven years I've gotten very close to the character of Rick. Andrew Lincoln embodies every aspect of the character that fans know and love. After seeing this photo I don't think that there will be a doubt in anyone's mind that he's perfect for the role."
Great stuff, can't wait for this. The character of Carl Grimes goes through a Hell of a lot in this series, its going to be a tough shoot for any young actor taking on that role I think. I wish Riggs the best of luck.
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