White Lotus can rejoice as pre-production for Season 3 is about to recommence. The show, created by Mike White, faced setbacks due to the 146-day Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike, one of the longest in Hollywood's history.
The WGA strike had a profound impact on the entertainment industry, forcing many high-profile television series, including The White Lotus, to pause production. Now that the strike is over, the wheels are turning again in Hollywood, and one of the top priorities for HBO is to revive The White Lotus.
According to Deadline, The White Lotus Season 3 is among HBO's top three priorities for resuming production post-strike. The show will see its creator, Mike White, return as the writer, which aligns with the new WGA deal. Mike White has garnered acclaim for his work on the series, including three Emmy Awards, two Hollywood Critics Association TV Awards, and one Writers Guild of America Award.
Francesca Orsi, HBO's head of drama, provided an update on The White Lotus Season 3's status amid the writers' strike back in late May. At that time, she mentioned that while it was «too early to tell» how significantly the strike would impact the show, tentative plans had the series aiming for a 2024 release. However, the strike's prolonged duration, lasting 146 days, has likely necessitated adjustments to the schedule.
Considering these developments, it's more plausible that The White Lotus Season 3 could premiere in late 2024 or early 2025. The exact timing remains uncertain due to the strike's effects.
Mike White has already offered fans a glimpse of what Season 3