HBO has officially announced the renewal of its acclaimed series "The White Lotus" for a fourth season, with production slated to begin in 2026. The unexpected early renewal comes ahead of the highly anticipated third season, which is set to premiere on February 16, 2024, as reported by BFMTV.
No information has yet been revealed about the plot, cast, or filming location for the fourth season, as reported by Die Welt. Creator Mike White pitched a concept for season four to HBO CEO and Chairman Casey Bloys during production on season three, with potential inspiration from South America, Oceania, or Africa, according to TechRadar.
"The White Lotus" received numerous awards, including 15 Primetime Emmy Awards, two Golden Globes, three Critics' Choice Awards, and two SAG Awards. The first season won the Emmy for Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series, as noted by Forbes.
The third season takes place in Thailand at the Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui. It will follow the exploits of guests and employees over the span of a week, addressing themes of spirituality, death, and Eastern religion, as highlighted by Terra. White indicated that the new setting will contribute to a more grandiose and intense narrative, aiming to develop a "satirical and funny look at death, religion, and Eastern spirituality," according to Elle France.
An ensemble cast has been assembled for season three, including Walton Goggins, Carrie Coon, Jason Isaacs, Parker Posey, Leslie Bibb, Aimee Lou Wood, Christian Friedel, and Michelle Monaghan. Natasha Rothwell will reprise her role as Belinda Lindsey, having previously appeared as the masseuse in season one.
Fans can look forward to eight new episodes in the upcoming season, making it the longest installment of the series to date. Trailer images suggest a paradisiacal veneer that quickly cracks, with tension building over the episodes.
"The White Lotus," created, written, and directed by Mike White, is a dark comedy-drama anthology acclaimed for its sharp humor and social critique. Each season follows a new group of vacationers staying at a luxury hotel, featuring troubled and privileged guests and employees of the fictional White Lotus resort chain.
In previous seasons, the series was set in different locations, with the first season premiering on July 11, 2021, in Hawaii. The second season was set in Sicily and centered on the sexual dynamics of the characters.
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