The Walking Dead FAST channel launches on ITVX
July 7, 2026 12.04 Europe/London By Julian Clover


AMC Global Media has launched its dedicated The Walking Dead Universe FAST channel on ITVX, marking the first confirmed distribution partner for the UK rollout announced last month.

The free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channel began streaming on ITVX on 6 July, offering a continuous linear feed of programming from The Walking Dead franchise without requiring a subscription.

The launch follows AMC’s announcement in June that it planned to introduce a dedicated UK FAST channel centred on the long-running zombie franchise as part of its strategy to expand distribution through free ad-supported platforms.

Initially, the channel will feature The Walking Dead and Fear the Walking Dead, with additional platform launches expected to be announced.

Tom Keaveney, Executive Vice President and Managing Director of AMC Global Media UK, said: “Following our announcement in June, we’re pleased to bring The Walking Dead Universe FAST channel to audiences on ITVX. This reflects our approach to expanding access to premium content through free, ad-supported environments, working with platform partners to connect our brands with audiences in new and accessible ways.”

Lucy Halliday, Vice President of Business Development International at AMC Global Media, said the launch demonstrated the company’s distribution strategy.

“By combining a globally recognised franchise with ITVX’s scale, we are creating new opportunities for audiences to discover and engage with The Walking Dead Universe.”

Craig Morris, Director of Channels and Acquisitions at ITVX, said: “We’re pleased to bring The Walking Dead Universe to ITVX through this new FAST channel. It adds a globally recognised franchise to our growing FAST portfolio and further strengthens ITVX’s free, ad-supported streaming offer for UK viewers.”

The agreement further expands ITVX’s growing FAST channel lineup as the broadcaster continues to build its free streaming proposition with both themed channels and third-party content partnerships.