‘Daryl Dixon’ Season 3 Shocks Fans with Rotten Tomatoes Rating

Fans of The Walking Dead are gearing up for the return of the spinoff series, The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon, with Season 3 premiering on September 7 on AMC. This season takes Daryl and Carol to Spain as they navigate a dangerous post-apocalyptic world far from home.

Ahead of the premiere, critics have given the new season an 80% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

Reviewers praised the chemistry between Daryl and Carol, highlighting how their teamwork, humor, and loyalty remain the emotional core of the series. The action scenes and the way the show develops supporting characters were also noted as strong points.

This remains the role that Reedus was born to play, and, 15 years in, he seems to know it.

Trent Moore

There’s one particular character with some annoying traits, and the actual ending might elicit some groans, but overall it’s a strong, action-packed season.

Matt Fowler

Daryl and Carol’s synergy — in battle, in laughter, and in heart — is the season’s beating pulse, a testament to enduring loyalty and the poetry of companionship.

Shay McBryde

Daryl Dixon has returned to eloquently understanding its two protagonists, as well as embracing the importance of rounded supporting characters.

Katie Doll

On the other hand, some critics pointed out flaws in the season’s pacing and story direction. Certain characters were described as frustrating, and the ending may leave viewers feeling underwhelmed.

The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon might know where it’s headed, but it struggles with actually getting there.

Shawn Van Horn

Despite these issues, the season still delivers a mix of tension, adventure, and character-driven moments that fans have come to expect.

Norman Reedus continues to shine as Daryl, a role that has defined his career over the past 15 years. The show also keeps its focus on exploring the dynamics between the two main characters while trying to expand the world around them.

Season 3 promises to maintain the balance of action, emotional stakes, and suspense that fans love, even if the narrative occasionally struggles to hit its mark.

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