Fans have been eagerly awaiting news on whether the hit Paramount+ series Lioness will be renewed for a third season, and now, we finally have the update that they've been waiting for.
The Taylor Sheridan-created series ended its second season almost a year ago, and yet there has still been no news on whether it will be renewed for a third season, despite its strong ratings. The busy schedules of its star-studded cast have also been a concern for some fans as they wonder whether it has affected the future of the series.
Is Lioness Officially Renewed For a Third Season?
Reports confirmed that Paramount+ has officially renewed Lioness for a third season, 10 months after the second season finale was released on the platform.
The long delay of the renewal decision was due to the negotiations for a new deal with Nicole Kidman. While Zoe Saldaña already had a deal that spans three seasons, a new deal has to be negotiated with Kidman.
The busy schedule of its main stars was also cited as one of the reasons for the renewal delay, since they are busy working on other projects. Saldaña also became an Oscar winner earlier this year, which made her busier and in demand more than ever.
Production for the third season will likely begin this month in a new production campus from Fort Worth Texas’ AllianceTexas development, which also houses the filming for Sheridan's other shows starting this year.
While there is no official word yet, it is likely that other main cast members, such as Morgan Freeman and Michael Kelly, are also returning in the third season.
What to Expect in Lioness Season 3
So far, the plot details regarding the third season of Lioness are still under wraps, including the new mission/arc that the characters will face.
During the second season, Joe, Kaitlyn, and Byron enlisted a new Lioness operative to infiltrate a previously unknown threat. With pressure mounting from all sides, Joe was forced to confront the profound personal sacrifices she had made as the leader of the Lioness program.
For now, fans should wait for news and updates regarding the third season's plot details and release window in the coming months. It will likely premiere next year.
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