Warning: Spoilers for The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live episode 1
The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live brings a pivotal moment from the comics to the small screen by having Rick Grimes lose his hand, although it is his left hand instead of his right hand. The loss of Rick’s hand is a significant challenge for him, but not as difficult as in the comics where he had to relearn many everyday tasks. His left hand being cut off allows for a slightly easier adjustment. Changing which hand Rick loses was a practical decision for the show, as it made filming and action scenes easier. It also adds a narrative element, as Rick’s decision to cut off his hand shows his control over his own fate in this life-altering event.
The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live made a massive change to the loss of Rick Grimes’ hand…
