Disney+ has finally unveiled the first gripping look at the highly anticipated third season of its addictive drama, Tell Me Lies, alongside a confirmed UK release date. Fans of the tumultuous series can mark their calendars for January 13, 2025, when the new chapter begins streaming.
An Eerie Confession Sets the Tone
The newly released trailer immediately plunges viewers back into the toxic world of Lucy Albright and Stephen DeMarco. It opens with a haunting scene of Lucy, played by Grace Van Patten, fighting back tears in what appears to be a confession tape. "I need to apologise... to everyone. So I am making this tape to say that I am so sorry," she states, setting a tone of deep regret and looming consequences.
This stark moment contrasts with intimate scenes of the couple, who have rekindled their romance for the spring semester at Baird College. Yet, Lucy's warning hangs in the air: "My friends think I'm crazy... We have to be nice to each other this time." The trailer suggests their promise of change is immediately threatened by past actions and a new campus controversy.
Revenge and Rippling Consequences
The core of the new season seems to pivot on Stephen's desire for retaliation, directly addressing the cliffhanger that concluded Season 2. In a chilling moment, Jackson White's Stephen tells Lucy, "I want to hurt you and I don’t know how else to do it." This quest for revenge promises to unleash further emotional chaos.
Disney+ confirms that the disastrous repercussions from the previous year will also force Lucy and Stephen's circle of friends to confront their own destructive behaviours. As scandalous secrets continue to fester, the consequences threaten to engulf everyone in Lucy's orbit, ensuring the drama extends far beyond the central couple.
Release Schedule and Returning Cast
UK viewers should note that the release will be a weekly event. Only the first two episodes will land on January 13, with subsequent episodes dropping weekly. The season will comprise a total of eight episodes, preventing a full binge-watch and likely fuelling weekly speculation and discussion.
The series, based on Carola Lovering's novel, will see the return of the full core cast. This includes Cat Missal as Bree, Spencer House as Wrigley, Sonia Mena as Pippa, and Branden Cook as Evan. Notably, Tom Ellis from Lucifer will also return in his role as Oliver.
Since its premiere in 2022, Tell Me Lies has garnered a dedicated following and holds an impressive 75% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, praised for its addictive and gripping portrayal of a complex relationship. The reaction to the new trailer on social media has been fervent, with fans on platforms like Instagram and YouTube expressing intense excitement for the show's return, declaring they "can't wait" and need to "mentally prepare."
