Ted Lasso prepares to return for season four – with key cast member missing

Fans of the hit Apple TV+ series Ted Lasso can rejoice as it appears the series may not be over after all. Warner Bros. Television, the studio behind the beloved football comedy, has taken a significant step by picking up the options on three of the show’s original cast members, according to sources.

The actors who have been secured are Hannah Waddingham (Rebecca Walton), Brett Goldstein (Roy Kent), and Jeremy Swift (Leslie Higgins), all of whom were contracted under the UK acting union Equity. The studio is soon expected to begin negotiations with other Ted Lasso cast members whose contracts under SAG-AFTRA have expired. This group likely includes co-creators and executive producers Jason Sudeikis (Ted Lasso) and Brendan Hunt (Coach Beard), as well as Juno Temple (Keeley Jones).

However, one notable absence is Phil Dunster (Jamie Tartt), whose option has not been picked up, possibly due to scheduling conflicts. While the specifics of which other stars might return remain unclear, many cast members have expressed their willingness to reprise their roles if the opportunity arises. Guest appearances from familiar faces are also on the table.

Securing the cast marks a crucial milestone toward a greenlight for Season 4, which is still contingent on budget approval and scheduling. Early preparations are already being made to open a writers’ room, with production potentially kicking off in early 2025 if all elements align. The move toward a fourth season suggests that Jason Sud.