Lioness Season 3 Release Date Delayed on Paramount+: What to Expect

If you’re a fan of Paramount+ and the Taylor Sheridan universe, today brings a mix of good news and bad news. The network has officially renewed the SpecOps series “Lioness” for a third season, starring the incredible Zoe Saldana who won an Oscar for her role in “Emilia Perez.” It’s great to see the show getting another season, but the timing of this announcement is a bit puzzling. Season 2 aired eleven months ago, so the delay doesn’t bode well for a quick release date for season 3.

The gap between seasons 1 and 2 of “Lioness” was relatively short compared to other streaming shows, at around 15 months. But with the green light for season 3 coming so late, we could be looking at a much longer wait this time around. Production for season 2 took six months, so if it started today, a similar timeline for season 3 could mean a release window of February to May 2027.

It’s interesting to note that “Lioness” has received high praise, with a 90% Rotten Tomatoes score for season 2, a significant improvement from the first season’s 56%. This makes it one of the top-performing shows in the “Sheridanverse,” which includes popular series like “Yellowstone,” “Tulsa King,” and “Mayor of Kingstown.” As the only female-led series in this lineup, “Lioness” holds a unique place in the Paramount+ catalog.

The network seems committed to expanding Sheridan’s portfolio and keeping his shows on air for the long haul, even if they aren’t all grabbing headlines. While it’s unclear why the renewal for season 3 took so long, fans will have to wait patiently for the next installment. So, mark your calendars and get ready for what could be a lengthy wait for the return of “Lioness” on Paramount+!