‘Lioness’ Season 3 Trailer Reveals a New Mission

Zoe Saldaña as Joe in Lioness, episode 1, season 3, streaming on Paramount+, 2026. Photo Credit: Emerson Miller/Paramount+.

The Lioness is coming back. Taylor Sheridan‘s action-packed thriller was renewed by Paramount+ back in August, and now, news about what to expect from Lioness (née Special Ops: Lioness) Season 3 is starting to come through. The first Lioness Season 3 trailer reveals a high-stakes new mission for the squad.

What do we know so far about the next season of Lioness? Here’s a look.

When will Lioness Season 3 premiere?

Paramount+ has revealed that the show will premiere on Sunday, August 2.

Is there a Lioness Season 3 trailer?

Yes. Paramount+ released the full trailer for the upcoming season on July 16. In it, we see the team grappling with a new mission to protect the nation’s security.

Who stars in Lioness Season 3?

L-R: Michael Kelly as Byron Westfield and Nicole Kidman as Kaitlyn in Lioness, episode 5, season 3, streaming on Paramount+, 2026. Photo Credit: Ryan Green/Paramount+.

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Continuing to lead the cast of Lioness are Zoe Saldaña and Nicole Kidman, who also serve as executive producers in the series. Morgan Freeman and Michael Kelly also return in their starring roles.

They’ll be joined by new series regular Ian Bohen, who joins the cast as Grady, described as “a by-the-book Delta Force operator and primary K9 handler, skilled in battlefield tactics.” Bohen previously starred in Sheridan’s Yellowstone and Wind River. Also joining the cast is Elizaveta Neretin, who had a small role in Mayor of Kingstown but is reportedly getting a “major” role in Lioness, according to Deadline. The character is described as an international operative who crosses paths with Joe.

Season 3 cast also includes Laysla De Oliveira, Dave Annable, Jill Wagner, LaMonica Garrett, James Jordan, Genesis Rodriguez, Austin Hébert, Jonah Wharton, Thad Luckinbill, and Hannah Love Lanier.

Kidman shared a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the rest of the cast returning for the series, including Jordan, Garrett, Hébert, De Oliveira, Rodriguez, and Wagner.

What will happen in Lioness Season 3?

The official description for Lioness Season 3 reads, “Hidden networks, foreign operatives, and personal betrayals collide. Joe walks the line between duty and home as unseen forces circle her world. Patterns appear where they shouldn’t, names vanish, and paths rearrange. Guided by Kaitlyn and Westfield, Joe confronts enemies operating in the shadows, leaving her to reckon with a war that now reaches into every part of her life.”

Lioness, Season 3 Premiere, Sunday, August 2, Paramount+




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    CyanRaindrop

    Cruz should come back. Storyline should tell us what happened to Aailyah after the killings.

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    GoldBlowdryer

    Best show in years! I do not own a television because there was nothing to watch. Nothing but bad news on network news due to they apparently chase ratings not the truth. The reality shows are trash so giving up TV was not hard. However I did come across Lioness after I got Paramount Plus and I am so glad I did. It is excellent, the story line. the actors. everything! I especially like the characters portrayal of real family/ personal relationships. These brave men and women and their families suffer a lot in an effort to keep the rest of us safe. I believe Lioness does let us see what a price they pay for people they don't even know.

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    GoldHammer

    I’m glad Stephanie Nur is coming back!

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      BlueDice

      Article is false. Stephanie Nur never made any appearance in S2.

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        OrangeScissors

        Agreed and good catch. But wouldn't it be awesome to see her come back on a revenge tour!

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    PurpleRing

    That was a waste of an article

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    Bijoun98

    Can’t wait for Lioness to return. Just wish it didn’t take so long in between seasons. It’s maddening to wait so long for viewers.

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    CyanTag

    Click bait with no content

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    OliveBoomerang

    Thank God. The only decent show on TV these days has been from Sheridan. I am so tired of reality shows I'm over them we need some drama thank you Sheridan

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    GoldBug

    Clickbait with the release date

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    123abc

    Great point to make Sarah. We take for granted the lives risked for our safety. It’s a great glimpse of the real world.

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    Jill

    I’m glad to see it’s coming back. I just wish you’d be starting soon I love land man, lioness mayor of Kingstown, really missing Yellowstone. They need more shows like these. I hope they keep renewing the seasons.

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    BlueFan

    I wait can’t for this releasing so which date in October

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    AZJEFF45

    only problem seems to be the recent news that TS is moving away from Paramount Plus to another network. No idea how that will effect all his amazing shows.

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    GMAC

    I'm so glad to see another year. I love this series as I am a Saldana and Kidman fan

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    GoldTeepee

    Whats the date on season 3???

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    GoldTeepee

    It's the best show ever and Zoe is so beautiful ans she can do here thing she make it look so real keep up the great work Zoe I love you

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    PurpleButterfly

    Yellowstone, Landmark, Lioness, Mayor Of Kingstown, Tulsa King... for a guy who struggles to find good shows, I love every single damn one. Including Bas Reeves. Taylor Sheridan needs to never stop making TV shows ever.

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      BlueUmbrella

      Yes, agree! Taylor Sheridan is brilliant. Another two series I recommend is Paris fallen and Mobland. Fan

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    GreenGoggles

    At least they confirmed it's coming back! Best show on TV! Along with Landman!

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    GoldWheel

    I can't wait to see my queen Zoe and the rest of the amazing team. I love you guys so much...watching the show from Lagos Nigeria

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    Guess

    The show should be out sooner than the fall. With Marshals and Dutton Ranch already out, then a July date would be perfect timing. Paramount Plus has some of the best shows in years. More than any other service. Even the spin-off The Madisons is a great show just too short. Landman, Tulsa King along with 1883, 1923 and with 1944 coming out soon and many more. Paramount is on its way to number one service to have.

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    Lovelioness

    Please keep this amazing show going!

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    Coach

    Lysla and Génesis 🔥

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    Me

    Don't believe that this show is even close to real it isn't. One the CIA can't do operations on American soil. Also my job in the USMC if you new backs up my statement.

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    nbr

    please ditch the family bs, don't need to deal with her dysfunk fam. while we're at it ditch plastic face as she really adds nothing to the show. action action action!

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    Bijoun98

    Taylor Sheridan is genius. My husband & I are huge fans Lionesses and Landman. Only wish that it didn’t take years between the seasons because it’s hard to keep up interest when you have to wait 2-3 years before you can get results. Also Paramount Plus is not user friendly. Love Mayor of Kings Town as well.

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    Txguy99

    So is Mayor of Kingston.

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    Akesha

    I am angry that I have to wait 2 years for the next episode of Lioness. Longer waits and fewer episodes will backfire, viewers lose interest. Idiot production managers are in charge. They need to be fired. We don't need more bean counters we need more episodes more often.

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    Wildred

    I can’t agree more about Mobland. I think that show is brilliant and the cast is genius.

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    Julesagain

    We just rewatched Season 2 thinking that Season 3 was coming any day now. I can't believe a decision on S3 took so long, but at least the correct decision was made. Looking forward to another season of this outstanding show.

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    Ajt58

    The only bad thing about a season 3 is their probably be a season 4.

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      Ajt58

      Won't be*

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    PurpleCar

    This article has a lot of mistakes in it.

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    CyanDog

    You don't know anything!

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    Hot 🔥

    I liked it at first but one of the main characters overacts her part..I tried to keep watching it but gave up as it continued. Sorry 😞

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    OliveProcessor

    If you don't have what to tell, go boil an egg

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    Rosy-Gleam

    I really want Zoe to have something with Cruz 🤦‍♀️. Even if it's a fling or accidental Makeout session.

    They'll look great together.