Ted Lasso is coming back for season 4, but a main cast member won't be returning.

Great news for fans of the beloved Apple TV+ series, Ted Lasso – it looks like the show may be returning for another season! According to sources, Warner Bros. Television, the studio behind the hit football comedy, has taken a significant step by picking up the options on three of the show's original cast members.

Hannah Waddingham, Brett Goldstein, and Jeremy Swift, who were all contracted under the UK acting union Equity, have been secured by the studio. Negotiations are also expected to begin soon with other cast members whose contracts under SAG-AFTRA have expired, including co-creators and executive producers Jason Sudeikis and Brendan Hunt, as well as Juno Temple. However, one cast member who may not be returning is Phil Dunster, as his option has not been picked up, possibly due to scheduling conflicts.

But fear not, fans – our beloved Hannah Waddingham and Brett Goldstein have both been picked back up by the studio, and we can expect to see them reprise their roles in the upcoming season. While it's still unclear which other stars will be returning, many have expressed their willingness to come back if given the opportunity. There's also a possibility for guest appearances from familiar faces.

This exciting news marks a crucial milestone towards a greenlight for Season 4, which is still contingent on budget approval and scheduling. In fact, early preparations are already being made to open a writers' room, with production potentially kicking off in early 2025 if all elements align.

While the show hasn't been officially confirmed, it seems highly likely that it will return for another season. The move towards a fourth installment suggests that Jason Sudeikis, the creative force behind Ted Lasso, is on board for another round. This is significant, as the future of the show has always hinged on Sudeikis' involvement. Originally planned as a three-season story arc, the actor has remained open to continuing the show if the right idea came along – much to the delight of the show's fanbase.

Ted Lasso first debuted in August 2020, during the height of the pandemic, and quickly became a global phenomenon with its uplifting tone and charming lead character. It became Apple's most-watched original series and a pop culture staple, winning 13 Emmy Awards over its three-season run, including two consecutive Outstanding Comedy Series trophies. The cast also received much acclaim, with Sudeikis, Goldstein, and Waddingham all taking home Emmy Awards for their performances.

The Season 3 finale, which aired in May 2023, left fans with a sense of finality but also teased potential future storylines. Keeley and Rebecca were seen contemplating the launch of an AFC Richmond Women's Team, while Ted returned to Kansas to coach his son's soccer team, leaving the door open for new directions in the story.

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