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Everything we know so far about speculations on Big Little Lies Season 3
It's really happening— Big Little Lies Season 3 is officially on its way, and fans couldn't be more thrilled. After years of whispers, speculation, and 'maybe one day' interviews, the Emmy-winning HBO drama is finally gearing up for a return. The coastal secrets, the complex friendships, and those unforgettable performances are all coming back to Monterey, and honestly? We're ready.
If you've been wondering what's next for the Monterey Five—Celeste, Madeline, Jane, Renata, and Bonnie—here's a full rundown of what we know so far: when it might premiere, who's returning, and where the story could pick up. Release Date: When Will Big Little Lies Season 3 Premiere?
As of August 2025, HBO hasn't locked in an official release date. But the pieces are falling into place. Nicole Kidman, who not only stars as Celeste but also produces the show, revealed back in mid-2024 that they're working hard behind the scenes to make the new season happen. Author Liane Moriarty—the original mind behind the Big Little Lies book—is even writing a brand-new novel to shape the season's plot.
Reese Witherspoon added fuel to the fire at the 2024 Golden Globes, saying she and Kidman were deep in planning mode. The network seems fully on board, with HBO's Francesca Orsi confirming in March 2025 that Moriarty had written about 150 pages so far. That means the writers' room is probably brewing up something big.
While filming hasn't started just yet, the timeline points to a late 2025 or early 2026 premiere—if everything goes smoothly. So yes, the wait's been long, but it finally feels real. Cast: Who's Returning for Big Little Lies Season 3?
Let's be honest—this show is its cast. And good news: the core five are expected to return. Here's a quick refresher on who's likely back and where we last saw them: Nicole Kidman as Celeste Wright , trying to rebuild her life after years of abuse.
Reese Witherspoon as Madeline Mackenzie , who's bold, messy, and always has something to say.
Shailene Woodley as Jane Chapman , still haunted by her past while carving out a future.
Laura Dern as Renata Klein , fierce and fabulous, with no time for nonsense.
Zoë Kravitz as Bonnie Carlson , whose pivotal act at the end of Season 1 still casts a long shadow.
Kidman recently mentioned that even her daughter keeps asking when the show's coming back—so she's fully invested. Laura Dern, meanwhile, called Renata one of the best roles of her career. Kravitz said in an interview this year that she'd '100% come back,' and Woodley is especially curious to explore the teenage years of the kids we met way back in Season 1.
Alongside them, familiar faces like Adam Scott (Ed Mackenzie), James Tupper (Nathan Carlson), Jeffrey Nordling (Gordon Klein), and even Alexander Skarsgård (Perry Wright—likely in flashbacks) are expected to return. The kids, now teenagers, will probably play bigger roles too, adding a whole new layer to the drama.
And here's the fun part: rumors of new cast members are swirling. Witherspoon once playfully teased that The Morning Show co-star Jennifer Aniston could join the cast. Nothing confirmed yet—but after Meryl Streep's unforgettable turn in Season 2, another powerhouse addition wouldn't be surprising. Plot Details: What to Expect in Big Little Lies Season 3
HBO is keeping the plot under wraps, but there are a few big clues. Season 2 ended with a bang—literally—as the Monterey Five walked into the police station, presumably ready to come clean about Perry's death. Bonnie's decision to push him down the stairs to save her friends sparked everything, and Season 3 might finally deal with the fallout.
Moriarty's new novel is likely guiding the story, but whether the new season picks up right after the confession or jumps ahead in time is still unclear. Given the real-life time gap since the last season aired in 2019, a time jump might feel natural.
Shailene Woodley has hinted that the children—now teens—could be a major part of the story. So don't be surprised if the kids start uncovering secrets of their own. After all, secrets don't stay buried long in Monterey.
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