Series synopsis
Ride with Norman Reedus is an American reality documentary television series that premiered on AMC on June 12, 2016. It stars Norman Reedus, Robert Rodriguez, Peter Fonda and Dave Chappelle.
The Walking Dead star and motorcycle enthusiast Norman Reedus hits the open road to explore local biker culture and celebrate the best and brightest collectors, mechanics and craftsmen around the country. Each episode features Reedus and a riding companion – a fellow actor, musician, friend or local chopper fanatic – as they journey to custom bike shops, tattoo parlors, collector’s warehouses, or a roadside smokehouse… with plenty of time for unplanned detours and tire changes.
Premise
The Walking Dead star and motorcycle enthusiast Norman Reedus hits the open road to explore local biker culture and celebrate the best and brightest collectors, mechanics and craftsmen around the country. Each episode features Reedus and a riding companion – a fellow actor, musician, friend or local chopper fanatic – as they journey to custom bike shops, tattoo parlors, collector’s warehouses, or a roadside smokehouse… with plenty of time for unplanned detours and tire changes.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Norman Reedus as Self - Host
- Robert Rodriguez as Self
- Peter Fonda as Self
- Dave Chappelle as Self
- Greg Nicotero as Self
- Aimee Nash as Self
- Patrick Hoelck as Self
- Balthazar Getty as Self
Supporting cast
- Sarah Merrell as Self
- Brent Hinds as Self
- Sean Patrick Flanery as Self
- Marilyn Manson as Self
- Jeffrey Dean Morgan as Self
- Melissa McBride as Self
- Milo Ventimiglia as Self
- Ryan Hurst as Self
- Austin Amelio as Self
- Michael Rooker as Self
- Andrew Lincoln as Self
- Jello Biafra as Self
Guest cast
- Norman Reedus as Self - Host
- Robert Rodriguez as Self
- Peter Fonda as Self
- Dave Chappelle as Self
- Greg Nicotero as Self
- Aimee Nash as Self
- Patrick Hoelck as Self
- Balthazar Getty as Self
- Sarah Merrell as Self
- Brent Hinds as Self
- Sean Patrick Flanery as Self
- Marilyn Manson as Self
Episodes
This series spans 7 seasons with 37 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | June 12, 2016 | July 17, 2016 |
| Season 2 | 6 | November 5, 2017 | December 4, 2017 |
| Season 3 | 6 | February 10, 2019 | March 17, 2019 |
| Season 4 | 6 | March 8, 2020 | April 12, 2020 |
| Season 5 | 6 | March 7, 2021 | April 25, 2021 |
| Season 6 | 4 | September 10, 2023 | October 1, 2023 |
| Season 7 | 3 | September 14, 2025 | September 28, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
California: Pacific Coast Highway Norman and his friend Imogen Lehtonen ride up the California Pacific Coast Highway to check out some dune buggies, ride a futuristic bike and do a podcast. |
June 12, 2016 |
| 2 |
Death Valley: Dante's View Balthazar Getty and Norman Reedus spend a night in Las Vegas and then ride out to Death Valley, enjoying the epic scenery. |
June 19, 2016 |
| 3 |
Appalachia: Blue Ridge Parkway Norman and his buddy Jason snake through the smokey mountains, hit the Dragons Tail, and party with the locals. |
June 26, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Spain with Jeffrey Dean Morgan Norman and his "The Walking Dead" castmate Jeffrey Dean Morgan ride through Spain; starting in Barcelona and ending at the Falles festival in Valencia. |
November 5, 2017 |
| 2 |
Lowcountry with Dave Chappelle Norman and comedian Dave Chappelle ride from Charleston to Savannah, stopping along the way to experience the culture and history of Lowcountry. |
November 6, 2017 |
| 3 |
California: Joshua Tree Norman Reedus rides from Los Angeles to Joshua Tree, visits friends including Greg Nicotero, and explores Southern California's hidden gems. |
November 13, 2017 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
England: A Walking Dead Reunion Norman Reedus and Jeffrey Dean Morgan take in the sights and sounds of London then roam mystic landscapes to meet an old friend and a rock icon. |
February 10, 2019 |
| 2 |
Bay Area with Steven Yeun Norman Reedus and Steven Yeun hit the Bay Area, navigating sprawling urban centers and lush green countryside to meet a group of motorcycle legends. |
February 17, 2019 |
| 3 |
Scotland with Melissa McBride Norman Reedus and Melissa McBride traverse rolling hills and castle ruins of Scotland to uncover the mysteries of Melissa's Scottish ancestors. |
February 24, 2019 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Georgia with Michael Rooker The Dixon brothers explore the historic city of Birmingham Alabama, and have fun in Atlanta before arriving in Senoia for a Walking Dead reunion. |
March 8, 2020 |
| 2 |
Japan with Ryan Hurst Norman Reedus and Ryan Hurst tour modern Japan and explore it's technological history, ultimately arriving at the iconic and serene Mt. Fuji. |
March 15, 2020 |
| 3 |
Japan with Milo Ventimiglia Norman Reedus and Milo Ventimiglia travel from Kyoto to Osaka Japan, taking in its cultural traditions and meeting some creative locals along the way. |
March 22, 2020 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The North Island of New Zealand with Josh Brolin Norman Reedus explores the harbor city of Auckland before meeting up with actor Josh Brolin. Together they discover a rich native Maori culture and an affinity for moto sports amongst the stunning North Island landscape. |
March 7, 2021 |
| 2 |
The South Island of New Zealand with Dylan McDermott Actor Dylan McDermott joins Norman Reedus for a scenic trip along New Zealand's majestic South Island. Navigating dramatic mountain roads, they take in some of the most rugged, unpredictable landscape in a remote corner of the world. |
March 14, 2021 |
| 3 |
Journey Down Norman's Memory Lane Norman Reedus looks back at his favorite moments from the previous four seasons of Ride, revisiting trips with Peter Fonda, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Melissa McBride and Dave Chappelle and remembering time spent in Japan, Costa Rica, Europe and Uruguay. |
March 21, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Utah Desert with Keanu Reeves Norman Reedus and actor Keanu Reeves journey through the otherworldy landscapes of the Utah desert. From the Bonneville Salt Flats to Canyonlands Natural Park to a motorcycle bash in the canyons of Moab, it's one epic adventure. |
September 10, 2023 |
| 2 |
Northern Italy with Josh Holloway Actor Josh Holloway joins Norman Reedus for a ride through rustic Northern Italy. Navigating through some of the most scenic roads in Europe, they quench their need for speed in Motor Valley before exploring Josh's old stomping grounds in Bologna. |
September 17, 2023 |
| 3 |
The Eternal City with Johnny Knoxville Accompanied by actor Johnny Knoxville, Norman Reedus navigates his way through ancient Rome, the eternal city, taking in the cuisine and culture of the birthplace of Western Civilization. |
September 24, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Walking Dead Country with Kim Coates Norman Reedus and actor Kim Coates reunite to ride through Georgia; together they reminisce about how far they've come in their careers and what it means to be part of The Walking Dead family. |
September 14, 2025 |
| 2 |
Northern Georgia with Robert Patrick Norman Reedus and Robert Patrick ride through Georgia from Athens to Atlanta; together they learn about Georgia's musical history, and what it means to get a second chance in life. |
September 21, 2025 |
| 3 |
New Mexico with Zahn McClarnon Norman Reedus and Zahn McClarnon travel through the artistic and unique parts of New Mexico; from Sante Fe to Hatch, they discover that weird is what's normal. |
September 28, 2025 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | AMC |
|---|---|
| First aired | June 12, 2016 |
| Last aired | September 28, 2025 |
| Status | continue |
| Schedule | Sunday at 23:00:00 |