The highly anticipated third season of Hulu’s “Tell Me Lies” is set to bring back the tumultuous relationship between Lucy, played by Grace Van Patten, and Stephen, portrayed by Jackson White. The new trailer, released on Wednesday, highlights their attempt to reignite their romance while navigating the consequences of their past actions.
“Tell Me Lies” Season 3: A Toxic Romance Revival
As Lucy and Stephen embark on the spring semester at Baird College, their commitment to treating each other better faces significant challenges. Lucy warns, “We have to be nice to each other this time,” hinting at the underlying tensions that pervade their relationship. Despite their intentions, old indiscretions loom large, complicating their fresh start.
Season Synopsis and Plot Developments
The third season’s synopsis reveals that Lucy becomes entangled in a controversy she wishes to avoid. Meanwhile, the repercussions of previous events force her friends to confront their own destructive behaviors. Secrets rooted in betrayal threaten not only Lucy but also her entire social circle.
- Premiere Date: January 13, 2026
- Episode Release: Two episodes available on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers in the US, and on Disney+ internationally.
Confrontations and Revenge
The trailer showcases Lucy’s confrontations with Stephen regarding his motives. Stephen’s thirst for revenge appears to be a focal point for the upcoming season. At one moment, he expresses his desire to inflict pain on Lucy, stating, “I want to hurt you, and I don’t know how else to do it.”
Season two concluded on a dramatic cliffhanger involving a recording that Stephen sent to Bree (Catherine Missal) on her wedding day. This recording revealed a past hookup between Lucy and Bree’s fiancé, Evan (Branden Cook). This disclosure leads to a spiral of further complications and emotional turmoil.
Insights from the Showrunner
Meaghan Oppenheimer, the showrunner, discussed her creative decisions in crafting the finale of season two. She initially contemplated leaving the revelation ambiguous but ultimately opted for full disclosure to escalate the drama. Oppenheimer emphasizes Stephen’s controlled disposition: “Stephen is able to control his anger and then utilize it to his advantage.”
Returning Cast and Production Team
- Returning Cast:
- Catherine Missal as Bree
- Branden Cook as Evan
- Spencer House
- Sonia Mena
- Alicia Crowder
- Costa D’Angelo
- Executive Producers: Emma Roberts, Karah Preiss, Matt Matruski, Laura Lewis, Shannon Gibson, Stephanie Noonan, Sam Schlaifer, and Tyne Rafaeli.
- Adaptation: Based on the novel by Carola Lovering, who serves as a consulting producer.
- Production Company: 20th Television
Fans eagerly await the drama that season three will unfold, as “Tell Me Lies” continues to explore the complexities of love, betrayal, and the dark side of relationships.
