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The Diplomat Season 3 Debuts on Netflix With Fresh Power Plays and Strong Early Reviews

The season pivots back to the show’s intimate power struggle with new leadership reshaping its diplomatic stakes.

Overview

  • All eight episodes are now streaming on Netflix following the October 16 premiere.
  • Early reviews say the series refocuses on Kate and Hal’s charged dynamic, with Keri Russell earning standout praise.
  • Creator Debora Cahn confirms a major early-episode pivot was long in the works, signaling a deliberate shift in the power landscape.
  • Allison Janney and Bradley Whitford deepen the White House storyline, bringing a notable West Wing reunion energy.
  • Netflix renewed the show for Season 4 in May 2025, with production planned before year’s end and Grace and Todd promoted to series regulars.