The Night Agent season 3: everything you need to know about the hit Netflix show's upcoming return

The Night Agent season 3: Gabriel Basso as Peter Sutherland holding up his FBI badge.
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The Night Agent season 3 is officially filming, with production underway on the next chapter of one of the best Netflix shows. Even before the second season aired, the hit action series had already been renewed for a third outing thanks to the fact it is one of the streaming service's biggest hits.

In fact, the first season became one of the most watched Netflix shows of all time only weeks after it released in 2023, with season 2 already being one of 2025's biggest releases for the streaming service. So really it is no surprise that work is already underway on another instalment.

But what can you expect from The Night Agent season 3? Given that thrilling ending of The Night Agent season 2 gave us some teases, we do have an idea of what we can expect as Peter Sutherland (Gabriel Basso) accepted another high stakes mission. However, the rest if currently a mystery.

To save you calling the Night Action hotline in search of clues, below we have gathered everything we know so far about The Night Agent season 3 release date, plot, cast, and more. We have all the intel so keep on reading.

The Night Agent season 3 release date speculation

Gabriel Basso as Peter Sutherland looking at his phone during The Night Agent season 2.

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Currently, there's no Night Agent season 3 release date to report on. However, we do know that the show is definitely on its way. Production has already kicked off for the new season and right now, it's looking like a 2026 release window is still possible as well.

During TUDUM, show creator Shawn Ryan shared that the team is "hard at work" writing scripts for season 3. Filming is also underway in Istanbul and will return to New York later this year as well. In fact, during an interview with GamesRadar+, lead actor Gabriel Basso confirmed that work on the first episode of the third season was already completedby late January 2025.

So, things are moving quite quickly! With this in mind, if filming for season 3 wraps in 2025, it's likely that we'll get an early 2026 release date. Night Agent season 2 finished filming back around mid-2024 before releasing on January 23, 2025. So we're betting that season 3 will follow a similar pattern. Stay tuned for updates.

For now, we got a reminder that The Night Agent season 3 is in production with a brief behind-the-scenes video, which you can watch below:

The Night Agent season 3 plot

Two police officers wearing gasmasks and holding a glass box during The Night Agent season 2.

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While we don't have a full synopsis for The Night Agent season 3, during an interview with Basso, we did learn that the final episode of season 2 sets up the events of season 3. So, be sure to check out our The Night Agent season 2 ending explained guide for all the in-depth details on the finale. Warning: spoilers ahead!

But if you need a quick recap, The Night Agent season 2 ultimately ended with Peter being given a chance to redeem himself after it was exposed that he had been cooperating with the intelligence broker Jacob Monroe (who interfered with the presidential election). It's clear that Monroe is working with the next president-elect and Catherine wants to know more about the connection between the two. Peter is tasked with gaining Monroe's trust and collecting information in order to eventually destroy him.

It's all very exciting, and it seems like The Night Agent season 3 will be filled with explosive conflict and intrigue. Keep your eye on this guide as more information heads our way.

Is there a Night Agent season 3 trailer?

A screenshot of the White House during season 2 of the Netflix series, The Night Agent.

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There's no trailer for The Night Agent season 3 just yet, and unfortunately, there likely won't be one for quite some time since production has only started. However, while we wait for teasers, now is the perfect time to catch up on the first season and dive into Netflix's recent release of The Night Agent season 2.

The majority of the cast from The Night Agent have also appeared in some of the other best TV shows on the platform (such as Sweet Tooth and Black Mirror), so be sure to browse the streaming service if you're still after more thrills.

The Night Agent season 3 cast

A close-up of Arienne Mandi as Noor hiding during The Night Agent season 2.

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When it comes to crime and shoot-outs, there are always going to be a few casualties. However, while we say goodbye to some of characters in The Night Agent season 2, we can rest easy knowing that the series' main-stay will be returning for a third outing.

Gabriel Basso will, of course, be back as Peter Sutherland. Variety has also reported that Basso will be joined by six new cast members, with Suraj Sharma, David Lyons, Jennifer Morrison, Stephen Moyer, Genesis Rodriguez, and Callum Vinson entering the fray. Currently, details about these new characters are being kept secret. However, we do know that Sharma will have a recurring role, so expect to see more from him soon

Fola Evans-Akingbola, Ward Horton, and Albert Jones are also reprising their roles, as they have been upped to series regulars.

Below is The Night Agent season 3 confirmed cast list:

  • Gabriel Basso as Peter Sutherland
  • Suraj Sharma
  • David Lyons
  • Jennifer Morrison
  • Stephen Moyer
  • Genesis Rodriguez
  • Callum Vinson
  • Fola Evans-Akingbola
  • Ward Horton
  • Albert Jones

We're sure that the above list will change over the next few months as more main cast members confirm their return for season 3. Keep your eyes on this page as we wait for more news!


For more streaming picks, check out our guides to the best Netflix thriller movies and the best Netflix action movies.

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Emma-Jane Betts
Managing Editor, Evergreens

After reviewing films throughout University and being a cosy game expert for years, I realised that entertainment journalism was my true calling in 2019. Since then, I've started multiple new farms on Stardew Valley and have written for several publications such as The Upcoming, PCGamesN, and Wargamer. I was the resident Guides Editor and horror lover for The Digital Fix before joining the GamesRadar+ team in 2024. As the Managing Editor for Evergreens, I'll be making sure that all the best lists you read on GamesRadar+ are the most helpful and fun pages on the internet!

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