Lioness season 3 has officially entered production, marking the return of one of Paramount+’s more successful original dramas. The series, created by Taylor Sheridan, continues to expand its world of covert operations and complex moral choices within the CIA’s Lioness program. While the show has received mixed critical reception, its strong ensemble cast and high-stakes storytelling have maintained solid viewer engagement, with the season 2 premiere drawing more than 12 million global viewers.
Production for season 3 began in October following its renewal announcement in August. No official release date has been confirmed, but the show’s steady production timeline suggests a likely 2025 debut. Paramount+ has not shared a trailer or any substantial footage yet, and plot details remain under wraps. However, early reports indicate that the upcoming season will introduce a new operative, Grady, played by Ian Bohen, best known for his role in Yellowstone — another Sheridan project.
Zoe Saldaña will reprise her role as Joe, the hardened yet empathetic CIA officer who leads the elite Lioness team through covert missions that blur the line between duty and personal sacrifice. Saldaña has previously confirmed that her contract extends through at least three seasons, ensuring continuity at the show’s core. Other main cast members, including Laysla De Oliveira and Nicole Kidman, are also expected to return.
While official story details have not surfaced, the third season will likely follow the established format: a new undercover mission with personal and political stakes intertwined. Sheridan’s writing has consistently blended action-driven narratives with commentary on loyalty, power, and the cost of secrecy, suggesting that season 3 will maintain this balance while introducing new settings and conflicts.
Lioness has carved out a place among Paramount+’s lineup of serialized thrillers, appealing to fans of military and intelligence dramas who prefer character depth alongside action. If production continues without delay, viewers can expect updates — and possibly a teaser — by mid-2025. Until then, anticipation remains high as the series continues to evolve within Sheridan’s expanding television universe.
