The White Lotus season 4: every thing we all know to date concerning the return of the hit HBO collection

The White Lotus season 4 was confirmed earlier than season 3 even aired. If that’s not a surefire signal of how wildly in style this darkly comedian anthology has turn out to be – and simply how a lot juicy, sun-soaked chaos it nonetheless has to offer – then we don’t know what’s.

Even although we’ve barely had time to rinse the salt water from our hair and check-out of The White Lotus season 3, followers are already asking: the place will the hit anthology collection take us subsequent?

We’ll be actual with you, nothing is official but, aside from the actual fact it is taking place. But that received’t cease us from diving headfirst into the rumor pool.

Between attention-grabbing reveals in interviews, on-line rumors, and a few good old school hypothesis, there’s loads to get enthusiastic about. From potential locations to returning characters and Mike White’s more and more unhinged genius, right here’s every thing we (assume we) learn about The White Lotus season 4 to date.

The White Lotus season 4: when it’s touchdown?

Right now, there’s no official launch window. All we all know for certain is that HBO renewed The White Lotus season 4 again in January earlier than season 3 even aired.

But that received’t cease us from making some educated guesses. Season 1 of the hit present arrived in July 2021, adopted by season 2 in October 2022. Season three then premiered on February 16, 2025 – there was a barely longer wait than normal as a result of Hollywood strikes that paused manufacturing throughout the trade in 2023.

As for season 4? Production is anticipated to start in 2026, which suggests we possible received’t be checking into the following White Lotus location till late 2026, or probably even early 2027. What can we are saying? Luxury chaos takes time.

When it does arrive, anticipate to see it on HBO and Max within the US, similar to earlier seasons. Elsewhere, availability will fluctuate. For instance, within the UK, season 3 landed solely on Sky, whereas previous seasons are available for purchase on Apple TV and Amazon Prime Video.

The White Lotus season 4: has a trailer been launched?

Sadly, no trailer for The White Lotus season 4 has landed but. And actually, we’re not anticipating one for some time. With manufacturing not prone to start till 2026, you’ll be ready a bit longer in your subsequent dose of suspicious stares and sweeping drone pictures of paradise.

In the meantime, you can rewatch the season 2 trailer in the event you’re lacking Tanya McQuoid’s unforgettable chaos. (Let’s be actual, all of us are.) And take into account this your official excuse to rewatch the entire collection from the start, too – purely for analysis functions, after all.

The White Lotus season 4: confirmed solid

Potential spoilers observe for The White Lotus beneath.

As The White Lotus followers know by now, every season brings a brand-new group of friends and resort employees to a special, picture-perfect location.

So far, casting for season 4 hasn’t been confirmed. But it’s anticipated to characteristic one other contemporary ensemble of vacationers and locals. That stated, don’t rule out a number of acquainted faces.

The White Lotus isn’t afraid to convey characters again when it is sensible – simply take a look at Natasha Rothwell’s return as spa supervisor Belinda Lindsey in season 3, or the recurring position of Greg (Jon Gries), who’s one way or the other made it by all three seasons.

Of course, we are able to’t speak about The White Lotus with out mentioning Jennifer Coolidge’s unforgettable Tanya McQuoid, who grew to become the emotional (and barely unhinged) coronary heart of the primary two seasons. While her storyline could also be, erm, wrapped up, by no means say by no means in The White Lotus universe.

Casting is at all times a serious second for this present. It tends to be a buzzy mix of huge names and breakout stars, so anticipate loads of pleasure as soon as the lineup does drop.

In a May 2023 interview with The Hollywood Reporter, creator Mike White teased that an “all-star season” may occur sooner or later, saying: “If the present goes on for a few seasons, it could be enjoyable to have an all-star season […] It could be simple to simply be full-on anthology, however I feel it is extra enjoyable to have little threads by the present.”

Translation? Keep your eyes peeled. The subsequent visitor checklist could possibly be stuffed with surprises.

The White Lotus season 4: story synopsis and rumors

It’s nonetheless early days, but when The White Lotus season 4 sticks to what’s labored so effectively for the present earlier than, we are able to in all probability anticipate the acquainted setup, which features a shiny, high-end resort, a solid of privileged and messy friends, and a useless physique teased within the opening moments.

Traditionally, the present unfolds over 6 to eight episodes, flashing again to the times main as much as the mysterious dying whereas peeling again layers of wealth, energy, need, and delusion. But don’t get too snug, creator Mike White has made it clear the system isn’t set in stone.

“I don’t assume it must at all times be a physique,” White instructed The Hollywood Reporter. “There are so many ways in which we need to reinvent the present every year. Like, what is that this present – apart from individuals? A contemporary thriller, individuals possibly anticipate that. But I don’t really feel constrained by expectation. It’s enjoyable.”

Whatever format The White Lotus season 4 takes, it’s secure to imagine we’ll get one other sharp, satirical take a look at human nature, filtered by the lives of each the resort’s rich friends and its often-overlooked workers. And similar to previous seasons, there’s prone to be a central theme that shapes the tone of the story.

In HBO’s Unpacking Season 2: Episode 7 video, White defined: “The first season sort of highlighted cash, after which the second season is intercourse. I feel the third season could be possibly a satirical and humorous take a look at dying and Eastern faith and spirituality.” So what is going to season 4 discover? Fame, politics, revenge, legacy? We can’t wait to seek out out.

But let’s be trustworthy, half the joys of a brand new season of The White Lotus is discovering out the place it’s set. Location doesn’t simply present the backdrop, it virtually turns into a personality in its personal proper.

According to Deadline, in a February 2025 interview, HBO govt Francesca Orsi teased a return to Europe, saying: “We’re occurring some areas scouting within the subsequent couple of weeks, so we’ll know quickly […] I can’t actually say the place we’re going to land however likelihood is someplace in Europe.”

So far, every season has been filmed at a real-life Four Seasons resort, which doubles because the fictional White Lotus lodge. And there are many glamorous European choices nonetheless on the desk – together with a very dreamy one within the south of France.

That stated, conflicting reviews trace that the staff could also be eyeing a completely new continent. According to Parade, a supply revealed: “Right now, it’s trying like the following season of The White Lotus will probably be shot in Egypt or Mexico […] They need to decide someplace they have not shot but, so a brand new continent. They need to go someplace fully new since this season is in Asia, which is why they’re between the 2. The determination needs to be made quickly.”

And don’t maintain out for a snow-covered homicide thriller anytime quickly. As govt producer David Bernad stated on The Bill Simmons Podcast: “Mike [White] doesn’t just like the chilly. That’s why we’ll by no means do it. So we’ll by no means do it….really feel assured we’ll by no means do a season within the chilly. He simply, Mike is, Mike’s not constructed for, he’s a California man. He’s not constructed for the chilly. But by no means say by no means, however I’d be stunned.”

So a ski resort is unquestionably off the desk. But the choices nonetheless really feel limitless. Wherever it’s, you possibly can guess two issues. It’ll look beautiful and somebody will in all probability die there.

Will there be extra seasons of The White Lotus?

Will The White Lotus prolong past the confirmed fourth season? Oh, we would put cash on it. But nothing is confirmed.

Speaking to Deadline, Francesca Orsi stated: “I think about he’s going to transcend 4 […] He [White] hasn’t confirmed it, however I feel he has extra to say than only one extra season.”

So whereas nothing past The White Lotus season 4 has been confirmed but, it’s clear the urge for food – for each viewers and the creators – is there.

And actually, why cease? The present’s anthology format provides it limitless flexibility. So so long as it continues to ship its signature mixture of satire, scandal, and sunscreen, we’re able to verify in for as many seasons as they will give us.

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