The Lincoln Lawyer Season 3: Everything We Know So Far

Netflix has greenlit Season 3 of The Lincoln Lawyer, signaling the continuation of the popular legal drama series based on Michael Connelly’s novels. Production is already underway, with Manuel Garcia-Rulfo returning to his role as Mickey Haller, a top defense attorney in Los Angeles and a recovering addict. The series, known for intertwining Haller’s personal challenges with his professional cases, delivers both thrilling courtroom battles and deeper personal narratives.

Developed by acclaimed creator David E. Kelley, known for his work on Boston Legal and Big Little Lies, the series has remained faithful to its source material, adapting one book per season. Season 1, based on ‘The Brass Verdict,’ introduced viewers to Haller as he navigated the intertwined cases of a murdered colleague. In Season 2, based on ‘The Fifth Witness,’ Haller's defense of a chef accused of murder becomes complicated by personal entanglements.

Season 3 will adapt ‘The Gods of Guilt,’ continuing the narrative thread from earlier installments and delving into Haller's past and present, reflecting the profound impacts of his cases on his personal and professional life.

The Lincoln Lawyer Season 3 Release Date

While Netflix has yet to announce an official premiere date for Season 3 of "The Lincoln Lawyer," recent updates indicate that fans will have to wait longer than anticipated. Despite beginning production in January 2024, the series was notably absent from Netflix's 2024 programming slate, as reported by Deadline in early February. This omission confirms that the new season will not debut within the year.

The timeline for Season 3 has been notably affected by industry delays. Although the show's writers commenced work on this season even before the official renewal, both writers' and actors' strikes have pushed the production schedule back. This has resulted in a longer-than-average gap between the release of Season 2 in July 2023 and the upcoming Season 3. Historically, Season 1 premiered in May 2022, followed by a relatively swift turnaround for Season 2. The current delay extends the wait for fans eager to see how Mickey Haller's complex legal and personal challenges unfold in the new season, which is set to consist of 10 episodes.

The Lincoln Lawyer Season 3 plot Overview

In The Lincoln Lawyer Season 3, the story resumes with Mickey Haller taking on a new case that hits close to home. The case involves Gloria Dayton, a friend and former client, who has been tragically killed. Gloria was instrumental in helping Mickey in previous seasons, particularly with legal matters involving a dangerous drug cartel.

The suspect in Gloria’s murder is Julian La Cosse, who insists he’s innocent and claims that Gloria herself had advised him to contact Mickey if he ever found himself in legal trouble. Feeling a deep sense of responsibility—and guilt—over Gloria’s death, Mickey decides to represent Julian. He believes that his actions in the past, particularly those involving the drug cartel, might have inadvertently led to Gloria's murder.

As Mickey delves into the case, seeking justice for his friend, he also faces direct threats to his own safety. At the end of the season, a dramatic scene unfolds where Mickey narrowly avoids being hit by a speeding car. This attack appears to be a deliberate attempt on his life, signaling that someone powerful wants to send Mickey a warning. The connection between this attack and Gloria’s case remains unclear, leaving Mickey to wonder if this threat is related to his current case or a result of his long career dealing with various enemies.

Season 3 of The Lincoln Lawyer is set to explore these complex relationships and the dangerous consequences of Mickey’s past and present legal battles.

The Lincoln Lawyer Season 3 Cast

For The Lincoln Lawyer Season 3 most of the original cast returns with a notable change in Neve Campbell’s role. Campbell, who plays Mickey's ex-wife, Maggie McPherson, will appear less frequently as her character has moved to San Diego and shifted to a recurring status.

Here’s the main cast lineup:

Manuel Garcia-Rulfo (Mickey Haller)

Becki Newton (Lorna Crane)

Jazz Raycole (Izzy Letts)

Angus Sampson (Dennis "Cisco" Wojciechowski)

Yaya DaCosta (Andrea "Andy" Freemann)

Devon Graye (Julian La Cosse)

Elliott Gould (David "Legal" Siegel)

Krista Warner (Hayley Haller)

Fiona Rene (Gloria Dayton, appearing in flashbacks)

Seasons 1 and 2 of The Lincoln Lawyer are available to stream on Netflix. Season 3 will also be released exclusively on Netflix once it premieres.

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