After a highly anticipated second season, The Morning Show, led by Reeese Witherspoon and Jennifer Aniston, has been renewed for an exciting third instalment and we cannot wait to see what this show has in store for us.

The Apple TV+ series launched in 2019 to an overwhelmingly positive reception and has since captivated viewers with its representations of female public figures, shame and, of course, the tumultuous times of 2020. It was widely praised during awards season, too, earning Emmy nominations for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series; Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series and, Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series.

Now,  following an initial teaser, we’ve been gifted a full-length trailer detailing all the drama to come, including some exciting cast additions…

The three-minute look at season three spotlights the characters following the cliffhanger events of season two: Bradley Jackson (Witherspoon) says she wanted to make a difference and her partner-in-crime Alex Levy (Aniston) says she needs to have a say in the future of the show. 

After the network becomes the victim of a cyberattack, it’s revealed that they need someone “with more money than God” to step in as a lifeline in order to survive. That’s how we meet a shady new character, a tech titan played by Jon Hamm. But will it fix everything, or will more secrets be exposed? Only time will tell.

Watch the clip for yourself below:

This season, the future of the network is thrown into question and loyalties are pushed to the brink when a billionaire takes an interest in UBA. Unexpected alliances form, private truths are weaponized, and everyone is forced to confront their core values both in and out of the newsroom. Along with Aniston and Witherspoon, the star-studded season three ensemble cast is led by Billy Crudup, Mark Duplass, Nestor Carbonell, Karen Pittman and Greta Lee, while also bringing Jon Hamm into the fold.

According to reports, Hamm’s character will be media mogul Paul Marks,  who will be causing problems as a direct rival to Crudup’s Cory Ellison. Nicole Beharie also joins the cast as Christina Hunter, a new millennial news anchor on the show.

 The show is also likely pick up where the second season has left off. As the team reeled from the consequences of Alex (Aniston) and Bradley’s (Witherspoon) actions and we witness a world in flux, the second season was one of last year’s strongest dramas. We’re sure that the series will continue to explore the ideas around public perception, identity and, as usual, include some stellar performances from the show’s leading women.

Originally being picked up for two seasons by Apple when it was initially ordered back in 2017, the new season will also see the appointment of a new showrunner. Charlotte Stoudt – who has worked on House Of Cards and Homeland – will be taking over from Kerry Ehrin, who will remain as a show consultant.

“I’m excited to be joining forces with Apple TV+ and The Morning Show,” Stoudt said.

“The cast, led by the phenomenal Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon, are truly to die for. Kerry, Mimi [Leder], and Michael [Ellenberg], and the teams at Media Res, Hello Sunshine and Echo Films, have created an irresistible world that is equally delicious and provocative.” 

Matt Cherniss, head of programming for Apple TV+ also said: “It has been thrilling to watch The Morning Show go from strength to strength over the past two seasons, exploring topical storylines that have resonated with audiences around the world while also being incredibly addictive and entertaining.

“We’re excited to see where Charlotte takes these extraordinary characters in season three and to watch the magic that Jennifer, Reese and our awe-inspiring cast continue to bring to the captivating world of morning television.”

The third season is scheduled to arrive on our screens on 13 September, streaming exclusively on Apple TV+.

We cannot wait. 

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