‘Sanditon’: 5 Questions We Need Answered in Season 3
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[Warning: The below contains MAJOR spoilers for Season 2 of Sanditon.]
Sanditon Season 2 cleared up some of Season 1’s biggest lingering questions, but by the time the six-episode run of its latest chapter had concluded, even more questions were raised.
Whether it’s about series heroine Charlotte Heywood (Rose Williams) or the mystery behind Edward Denham’s (Jack Fox) next move, there’s plenty to wonder about. Below, we’re breaking down some of the questions we’d like to see answered when the show returns for Season 3.
Will Charlotte Reunite with Alexander?
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Charlotte’s luck in love continues to remain at a minimum following Season 2’s conclusion which saw her resolved to leave Sanditon after her employer and new love interest Alexander Colbourne (Ben Lloyd-Hughes) sent her mixed signals. At first, he tries extinguishing the spark between them only to realize it’s a mistake, but by the time he tries apologizing to Charlotte in order to win her back, she’s already halfway out the door.
A flash-forward even reveals that she’s resigned to marry Ralph Starling (Cai Brigden), a man from her small farm town. Although they’re only engaged, the reveal was made as a sort of cliffhanger making us wonder what will happen next.
Is Edward Going to Go After Esther?
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After Edward’s scheme to poison Esther (Charlotte Spencer) is unveiled by Clara (Lily Sacofsky), he’s kicked out of Lady Denham’s (Anne Reid) house when he refuses to pay a punishment for his actions. In his absence, Clara decides to give their baby to Esther who had been having fertility struggles.
Edward is clearly unpleased when he has to return to Lady Denham’s and learns that his baby has been sent off to live a better life elsewhere. It’s unclear at first if he’s aware that the baby has been sent with Esther home to her and her husband Lord Babington’s (Mark Stanley) estate. Could he go in search of the baby? When it comes to Edward, anything seems possible.
Will Georgiana Find Her Mother?
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Posthumous letters from Sidney’s (Theo James) possession reveal more than Charles Lockhart’s (Alexander Vlahos) true intentions. The papers also unveil that despite Georgiana’s previous beliefs, her mother is actually alive. The girl makes it clear towards the end of the Season 2 finale that she intends to find her mom, but with whom? Only time will tell.
What’s Next for Colonel Lennox?
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Despite denying the notion that Leo (Flora Mitchell) was his daughter, Colonel Lennox (Tom Weston-Jones) seemed to reflect deeply on the interaction. And even though he was pushed out of the town through a wager formulated through Tom (Kris Marshall) and Arthur Parker (Turlough Convery), it makes us curious about whether or not he’ll return to the series in some capacity for Season 3.
How is Married Life for Alison & Captain Fraser?
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Initially, this pair was not each other’s biggest fans, but over time they warmed up to one another when Alison learned it was Captain Fraser’s (Frank Blake) words behind Captain Carter’s (Maxim Ays) letters. After having Alison in the mix for Season 2, it would be hard to not see her return, making us wonder, will the couple relocate to Sanditon or remain in the country where the wedding was held? Hopefully, this question and more are answered once the show returns. Until then, it’s for the viewers to speculate.
Sanditon, Season 3, Coming 2023, PBS Masterpiece
Rose Williams
Anne Reid
Kris Marshall
Kate Ashfield
Jack Fox
Charlotte Spencer
Crystal Clarke
Lily Sacofsky
Turlough Convery
Alexandra Roach
Mark Stanley
Matthew Needham
Elizabeth Berrington
Kayleigh-Paige Rees
Adrian Rawlins
Sarah Belcher
Mollie Holder
Tom Weston-Jones
Frank Blake
Maxim Ays
Eloise Webb
Flora Mitchell
Ben Lloyd-Hughes
Alexander Vlahos
Rosie Graham
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I can’t wait for Season 3!!!!
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It's a given Charlotte will see Alexander again. I kind of assumed that he packed the girls up to rent a home somewhere near Willingden. "Miss Heywood. . . such a coincidence. . .I have business nearby. . . "
Edward's definitely going after Esther, and probably Clara. He's made it clear that he's incredibly vindictive.
If Georgiana finds her mother, I truly hope it isn't yet another scam. She's been used and abused enough for the series. Time for her to actually get a win.
I don't care to see Lennox again. He served his purpose.
Captain Carter resigned his commission before his unit shipped out to India. It's pretty unlikely he'd be sent into battle, as such. But, because she didn't want to be married to a farmer, and Carter didn't seem overly excited about going back to (Northern?) Ireland to farm, I could see him deciding to take on some other job in the growing town of Sanditon. They're both sentimental and romantic enough to want to spend more time in the town where they met and fell in love.
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Captain Fraser resigned his commission, not Captain Carter, right? Alison married Fraser. Nothing is said about Captain Carter resigning his commission- he disappeared along with the regiment, so it's assumed he's still with them.
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So many scrumptious possibilities. Just keep it all coming. Hoping for more seasons to come.
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Eagerly waiting for Season 3! S2's addition of Leonora, Augusta, Mrs. Wheatley, and Miss Hankins was genius! Looking at S3's cast: Will Lady Denham reunite with her true love? Will Colbourne's brother make an appearance? How will Miss Lambe find her mother? Will Lady Susan/Leonora/Augusta help Charlotte find her true love/happy ending? Season 3 has already been filmed so we are searching for clues!🤗
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They've already confirmed that neither Esther or Lennox are returning for season 3. I'm assuming Carter is also gone, but haven't seen confirmation of that. While I would have loved to have seen more with Esther, she did get her HEA at the end of season 2, and it would be difficult to do much more with her storyline since Mark Stanley couldn't return.
I am definitely looking forward to season 3! While I am most excited for Charlotte and Georgiana's storylines, I do hope we'll get to see Lockhart get his comeuppance, and that we'll continue to see character growth for Arthur and Tom. My wishlist also includes Mary playing a bigger role, as well as returns from Clara, Alison, and Fraser.
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I think that’s what most of the audiance wants even if they get a handsome replacement. That’s the only fix for the mess the writer made of Jane Austin’s incomplete novel in Season 1.
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I think that charlotte should of had her Sidney and to find out what actually what out what happen to him after all. they belong together,
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What has happened to the Parker's sister? Is she sitting alone somewhere being a hypochondriac? No mention of her since season 1...
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Alexander and Charlotte must see each other at Georgiana's birthday party- Alexander hurt Charlotte intentionally and there are some secrets he did not reveal yet- he must show his moral and tortured soul that will finally be awarded with love. Can't wait to see how!!!
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It would be amazing to find out that Sydney wasn’t dead after all!!!!
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Captain Carter resigned his commission before the army left
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Thank you for pointing this out, we've made the proper correction!
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Captain Fraser resigned his commission, not Captain Carter.
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