Season Count and Renewal Status
The Lioness has aired two full seasons as of 2025. Season 1 premiered in 2022 with 10 episodes, and Season 2 followed in 2023 with 10 episodes. In late 2024, Paramount+ renewed the series for a third season. No official Season 3 premiere date has been announced, but production timelines suggest a likely late 2025 or early 2026 window. The show follows NYPD officer Rose Cooper as she builds a police partnership with a lion, blending procedural drama with fantasy elements.
Season-by-Season Details
Season 1 (2022)
- Episodes: 10
- Premiere: September 2022
- Key arc: Rose’s first cases with the lion and partnership integration
Season 2 (2023)
- Episodes: 10
- Premiere: October 2023
- Key arc: Escalating investigations and deeper mythos around the lion
Verified Renewal and Production Notes
In October 2024, Paramount+ confirmed renewal for Season 3. Showrunner and producers have outlined a broad story plan to conclude the central myth arc across a potential five-season structure. No cast departures have been announced, and scripts for Season 3 were in pre-production through early 2025.
Episode Count and Runtime Overview
| Season | Episodes | Year | Episode Runtime |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 10 | 2022 | 42–48 minutes |
| Platform | Paramount+ | — | — |
| Status | Renewed for Season 3 | 2024 | — |
What to Watch Next
While Season 3 has not been formally dated, industry reporting indicates writing and pre-production are advanced. Fans should expect casting updates, production start announcements, and an official premiere slate likely in mid-2025. Keep an eye on official social channels and Paramount+ announcements for release timing and any schedule changes.
FAQs
- Is The Lioness canceled? No, the series is renewed for Season 3.
- How many episodes per season? Typically 10 episodes per season.
- Will Season 3 be the final season? Unknown; creators have mentioned a five-season story target but have not confirmed Season 3 as the series conclusion.