In a thrilling announcement for fans of the espionage drama, Tom Hiddleston has confirmed the future of The Night Manager, revealing that a third series is definitively in the works. The actor made the exciting declaration during a live appearance on ITV's This Morning on Wednesday, just days before the second season's climactic finale airs.
Exciting News Revealed on National Television
Appearing on the popular daytime chat show alongside hosts Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley, Hiddleston, 44, was directly questioned about the show's longevity. When Shephard inquired, "Is there going to be more, Tom?" the actor provided a clear and enthusiastic confirmation. "I can reveal that there will be. There's going to be more!" he stated, putting to rest any speculation about the series concluding with its current run.
A Planned Trilogy Narrative Structure
Hiddleston elaborated on the creative vision behind the show's continuation, explaining that the production team had always envisioned a broader story arc. "We always constructed this one [series two] as the beginning of a 12-episode story," he revealed. This forward planning, he suggested, allowed the writers greater imaginative scope, knowing that another season was intended to follow.
"So it's sort of like a second part to this bit of the story. Or a third part to the whole thing. But I think trilogy, we like trilogies. There's something satisfying about trilogies narratively," Hiddleston added, strongly hinting that the third instalment will complete a cohesive three-part narrative for the acclaimed thriller.
No Decade-Long Wait This Time
One of the most pressing questions from fans has been the potential gap between series. The second season arrived nearly a full decade after the first season concluded in 2016, having captivated over 10 million UK viewers with its finale. Host Cat Deeley cheekily referenced this, asking, "So will we have to wait another 10 years, sir?"
To the relief of audiences, Hiddleston offered a firm reassurance: "You will not!" He continued with a smile, "We will be sooner than that. So it's scheduled in, we know it's going to happen. We're going to do it." The actor even joked about his own ageing process, noting, "If we have to wait another 10 years, I'll be 55!" and quipping that he might not be able to perform the same level of physical action required for his role as secret agent Jonathan Pine.
Context of the Hit Series' Return
The Night Manager made a triumphant return to BBC One for its second series on New Year's Day, with Hiddleston reprising his iconic role as Jonathan Pine, who operates under the cover identities of Alex Goodwin and Matthew Ellis. The new season welcomed back beloved original cast members including Olivia Colman, Douglas Hodge, Michael Nardone, and Noah Jupe.
It also introduced a host of new characters portrayed by stars such as Diego Calva as Teddy, Camila Morrone playing Roxana, and Indira Varma as Mayra. In a major mid-season twist, the series also saw the surprise return of Pine's formidable adversary, Richard Roper, once again portrayed by Hugh Laurie.
The confirmation of a third series ensures that the intricate world of international intrigue, deception, and high-stakes drama will continue to unfold. The current season two concludes with its sixth and final episode this Sunday, February 1st, at 9pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, leaving fans with the confirmed promise of more to come in the not-too-distant future.
