# Disney+ Greenlights 'Afterlife With Archie' Series from 'Riverdale' Team

Disney+ has ordered a new animated series based on the comic "Afterlife With Archie," which reimagines the Archie characters in a zombie apocalypse. The show comes from the same creative team behind "Riverdale," expanding the Archie universe on the streaming platform. This marks a notable shift for the franchise into horror and adult-oriented content.

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- [Variety](https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/afterlife-with-archie-series-disney-plus-riverdale-1236815103/) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0000