When Theo James—Emmy‑nominated for his role as Eddie Horniman—sat down for a recent interview, he didn’t just talk about the next chapter of The Gentlemen; he announced it. The actor, who also serves as an executive producer, told ScreenRant that season 3 is already in production, adding that filming will start “very, very soon” and that the series is “almost imminently” moving forward.

The Gentlemen follows former Army captain Eddie Horniman, who inherits his father’s estate only to discover it is the heart of a sprawling marijuana empire. In season 1, Eddie scrambles to free himself and his family from the criminal organization, while season 2 sees him embrace the underworld, expanding the operation to international waters. The show’s ensemble—Kaya Scodelario, Daniel Ings, Joely Richardson, Vinnie Jones, Ray Winstone and Giancarlo Esposito—has earned strong reviews since its 2024 Netflix premiere. It garnered three Emmy nominations, winning one for Outstanding Stunt Coordination, and received a Golden Globe nod.

Netflix’s decision to renew the series for a third season came a few months after the first season’s debut, and the company reiterated the green light ahead of season 2’s release. The second season premiered on September 3, 2026, and the early approval—before audiences had even seen the new season’s story arc—underscores the platform’s confidence in the show’s performance.

In the interview, James offered a glimpse into what’s next. He described the upcoming season as “getting pretty gnarly,” noting that it will “expand the darkness” that emerged in season 2. He added that production will take place in “different locations” and that the cast will be broadened with “new characters,” all aimed at further expanding the world of Eddie Horniman.

The timing of the renewal may also be linked to director Guy Ritchie’s packed schedule. In addition to The Gentlemen, Ritchie is helming MobLand season 2 for Paramount+, Young Sherlock season 2 for Prime Video, and two feature films, Wife & Dog and Viva La Madness. Securing an early filming slot for season 3 helps keep the series on a steady production timeline amid his other commitments.

For now, the exact release date for season 3 remains undisclosed. Netflix has not announced a premiere date, and no additional cast or crew details have surfaced. Fans will have to wait for the next official announcement, but the confirmation that production is underway signals that Eddie’s descent into the criminal underworld will continue.

The next chapter of The Gentlemen is poised to begin filming shortly after season 2’s release, with the series set to broaden its narrative scope and geographic reach. Viewers can expect darker storylines, new characters, and a deeper dive into Eddie’s moral choices as the production schedule unfolds against the backdrop of Ritchie’s expanding slate of television and film projects.