Quick Read
- Tell Me Lies season 3 premieres on January 13, 2026, on Hulu (US) and Disney+ (International).
- The season will feature 8 episodes, with the first two releasing together, followed by weekly installments until the finale on February 24, 2026.
- The plot centers on Lucy and Stephen rekindling their tumultuous romance at Baird College amidst past indiscretions and new controversies.
- Grace Van Patten and Jackson White return as leads, joined by new cast members Costa D’Angelo (Alex) and Iris Apatow (Amanda).
- A companion podcast hosted by Stassi Schroeder will offer episode breakdowns and cast interviews.
The wait is finally over for fans of Hulu’s gripping young adult drama, ‘Tell Me Lies.’ After an agonizing year since its last installment, the series is set to return with its third season, promising another rollercoaster of steamy encounters, shocking plot twists, and the signature toxic entanglement between Lucy Albright and Stephen DeMarco. As 2026 kicks off, viewers are invited back to Baird College, where the stakes are higher and the secrets run deeper than ever before. If season two left you reeling from its unbelievable cliffhangers, prepare to once again be drawn into a new semester of unparalleled drama.
Unraveling the Web of Deceit: Season 3’s Tumultuous Return
Season 3 of ‘Tell Me Lies’ picks up precisely where the previous season left off, with the fallout from the most dramatic wedding in recent memory still reverberating. The bombshell revelation of Stephen sending Bree an old recording of Evan admitting to cheating on her with Lucy hit Bree like a freight train, just as she was about to walk down the aisle. This betrayal, coupled with Lucy’s complicity, sets a volatile stage for the new season. But Bree’s problems didn’t end there; her clandestine affair with Oliver, her professor, was exposed to be an ‘open secret’ within his marriage, a detail that adds another layer of complexity to her already fractured world.
Yet, perhaps the most profound tragedy unfolded with Drew’s death, a burden Lucy unfairly carries, while Stephen, in a twisted act of pseudo-atonement, takes the fall for writing the incriminating letter. These events have irrevocably altered the landscape for the entire group of friends. Going into season three, Lucy and Stephen find themselves once again inextricably linked, pulled back into each other’s orbit across both timelines explored in the series. The central question looms large: can their relationship truly evolve, as Lucy desperately hopes in the season 3 trailer, or are they destined to repeat their destructive patterns, leaving a trail of accidental collateral damage in their wake?
As per the official synopsis shared by Hulu, ‘Tell Me Lies season 3 follows Lucy Albright (Grace Van Patten) and Stephen DeMarco (Jackson White) as they’ve rekindled their tumultuous romance in time for spring semester at Baird College. While they promise things will be different this time, past indiscretions hinder their best intentions, and Lucy finds herself embroiled in a controversy with which she wants nothing to do. Meanwhile, the disastrous repercussions from the previous year also force Lucy and Stephen’s friends to face their own destructive behaviors. As scandalous secrets fester around campus, vicious consequences threaten Lucy and everyone in her circle.’
Your Guide to the Drama: Release Schedule and Streaming Details
Mark your calendars, because ‘Tell Me Lies’ season 3 officially premieres on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. For viewers in the United States, the series will be available exclusively on Hulu. International fans, including those in the UK, can catch the new season on Disney+. The premiere day will kick off with a double dose of drama, releasing the first two episodes simultaneously. Following this initial drop, the remaining six episodes of the eight-episode season will be released weekly, ensuring a steady stream of intrigue through early 2026.
Episodes will typically be released at midnight ET (Eastern Time), which translates to 9 p.m. PT (Pacific Time) on Monday nights for West Coast audiences in the US. For our international audience, this means an 8 a.m. GMT release in the UK, 1:30 p.m. IST in India, 4 p.m. SGT in Singapore, 7 p.m. AEDT in Australia, and 9 p.m. NZDT in New Zealand, as detailed by TechRadar. This staggered release schedule means fans will have to exercise patience, allowing for weekly anticipation and discussion.
Here’s the full ‘Tell Me Lies’ season 3 release schedule:
- Episode 1: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
- Episode 2: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
- Episode 3: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
- Episode 4: Tuesday, January 27, 2026
- Episode 5: Tuesday, February 3, 2026
- Episode 6: Tuesday, February 10, 2026
- Episode 7: Tuesday, February 17, 2026
- Episode 8: Tuesday, February 24, 2026 (Season Finale)
For those new to Hulu, the platform offers a 30-day free trial for its basic (ad-supported) plan, which costs $10.99/month afterward. Ad-free Hulu is available for $18.99/month. Bundle options with Disney+ and Max are also available, starting from $12.99/month, as reported by Decider.
Familiar Faces and Fresh Intrigue: Who’s Back and Who’s New?
The compelling cast that brought ‘Tell Me Lies’ to life will largely return for season 3, ensuring continuity in the complex character dynamics. Grace Van Patten and Jackson White remain at the heart of the narrative as Lucy Albright and Stephen DeMarco, respectively, continuing to portray their magnetic yet destructive relationship. The ensemble cast, crucial to fleshing out the world of Baird College and the intricate web of friendships and rivalries, will also be back.
The main cast for season 3 includes:
- Grace Van Patten as Lucy Albright
- Jackson White as Stephen DeMarco
- Spencer House as Wrigley
- Cat Missal as Bree
- Sonia Mena as Pippa
- Braden Cook as Evan
- Alicia Crowder as Diana
- Tom Ellis as Oliver
Beyond these familiar faces, season 3 introduces new characters set to shake up the established dynamics. Costa D’Angelo joins as Alex, a psychology grad student and drug dealer with a ‘complicated past’ with Bree, promising to ignite new tensions and revelations. Additionally, Iris Apatow makes an appearance as Amanda, a mysterious freshman whose secrets are bound to surface and impact the lives of Lucy and her circle. These new additions are poised to add fresh layers of intrigue and conflict to an already volatile narrative.
Beyond the Screen: The Companion Podcast
For those who crave an even deeper dive into the world of ‘Tell Me Lies,’ Hulu is once again releasing new episodes of its companion podcast. Hosted by Stassi Schroeder, the podcast features the cast and creator as guests, offering exclusive insights, behind-the-scenes stories, and in-depth breakdowns of each episode. This provides a unique opportunity for fans to gain a fuller understanding of the characters’ motivations and the creative process behind the show. The podcast episodes will be available directly on Hulu, as well as on other popular podcast platforms, giving fans multiple avenues to engage with the series beyond the main episodes.
As ‘Tell Me Lies’ enters its third season, it continues to explore the insidious nature of toxic relationships and the long-lasting repercussions of youthful indiscretions. The series masterfully portrays how seemingly inconsequential choices in formative years can lead to irrevocable consequences, highlighting the enduring struggle of its characters to break free from destructive cycles. This season, more than ever, promises to be a stark reminder that some lies, once told, echo through time, forever altering the fabric of lives interconnected by deceit and desire.