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Netflix Sets 'The Diplomat' Season 3 for October 16 Premiere

A new teaser shows Allison Janney’s character taking the oath in an eight-episode season featuring Bradley Whitford.

Rufus Sewell and Keri Russell in The Diplomat.
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The Diplomat. Rufus Sewell as Hal Wyler in episode 305 of The Diplomat. Cr. Liam Daniel/Netflix © 2025

Overview

  • Netflix released the official Season 3 logline revealing Kate Wyler’s quest for the vice presidency following President Rayburn’s sudden death.
  • Season 3 expands to eight episodes, offering more screen time for high-stakes White House drama.
  • A teaser trailer shows Grace Penn’s swearing-in and features Kate’s warning that the new president is “terribly flawed.”
  • Bradley Whitford appears as First Gentleman Todd Penn alongside returning leads Keri Russell, Allison Janney and Rufus Sewell.
  • The series, created by Debora Cahn, has been renewed for a fourth season as it continues to draw strong viewership and awards attention.