Is Ted Lasso Ending with Season 3?
Introduction
As the final episodes of Season 3 of Ted Lasso airs, there is confusion all over as to whether or not the show is ending. In this article, we will explore the statements that have been made by the show’s creators and cast members so far to find out if Ted Lasso is really ending after Season 3.
What the Creators and Cast Members Have Said About the Ending of Ted Lasso
Creator & Star Jason Sudeikis’ Statement
According to Deadline, Jason Sudeikis told them in March 2023 that, “This is the end of this story that we wanted to tell, that we were hoping to tell, that we loved to tell.”
Co-Creator & Writer Brendan Hunt’s Take
Brendan Hunt, who plays Coach Beard in the series, told EW, “I think we’ve always meant it to be three seasons.”
Actor Brett Goldstein’s View
Brett Goldstein, who plays Roy Kent, said in an interview with Sunday Times, “We are writing it like that. It was planned as three. Spoiler alert: Everyone dies.”
Executive Producer Bill Lawrence’s Opinion
Executive producer Bill Lawrence had a slightly different point of view. He said in an interview with EW that the “initial story Jason had in his head is a three-season arc, [but] I’m hopeful there’s more Ted Lasso stories to tell after three seasons.”
Are There Plans to Continue Ted Lasso after Season 3?
Lisa Katler, another executive producer on the show, said in an interview with Deadline last year that they were open to continuing the show beyond the initial three seasons.
What Happens Next?
Apple TV+ has been reluctant to officially declare Season 3 as the final season of Ted Lasso.
The Season 3 Mid-Point
Despite the fact that we are currently mid-way through the season, the show’s creators and cast members are still unwilling to definitively declare whether or not there will be more Ted Lasso beyond Season 3.
Ted Lasso Spin-Offs
It has been suggested by some cast members that certain characters could have spin-off series after Ted Lasso ends.
Conclusion
So, to answer the question: Is Ted Lasso ending with Season 3? The answer is, it seems so. However, it is not entirely clear and there have been hints that we may not have seen the last of Ted Lasso or certain characters beyond Season 3.
FAQs
1. What is Ted Lasso about?
Ted Lasso is a comedy series on Apple TV+ about an American football coach who moves to the UK to coach a soccer team.
2. Has Ted Lasso won any awards?
Yes, Ted Lasso has won numerous awards, including Emmy Awards for Outstanding Comedy Series, Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series, and Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series.
3. Who stars in Ted Lasso?
Ted Lasso stars Jason Sudeikis, Hannah Waddingham, Jeremy Swift, Phil Dunster, Brett Goldstein, Brendan Hunt, Nick Mohammed, Juno Temple, and more.
4. When did Ted Lasso first air?
Ted Lasso first aired on Apple TV+ on August 14, 2020.
5. How many episodes of Ted Lasso are there?
There are currently 30 episodes of Ted Lasso, with Season 3 consisting of 12 episodes.