The Gilded Age: Julian Fellowes Uncertain Future and Fans Hope for More Seasons

The highly anticipated period drama The Gilded Age has returned for its third season, and fans are eagerly awaiting news of a potential fourth or fifth season. While there has been no official announcement yet, there are signs that the show may be renewed for additional seasons. In the past, HBO has been quick to renew The Gilded Age, with the show being renewed for another season just a month after its premiere in 2022 and again mere days after the second season finale. Based on this history, it is likely that we will hear news of a fourth season renewal sometime in August, around the time that season three is coming to a close. At this point, no details have been released regarding a potential season four, but if the show continues to follow its current timeline, it will likely take place in the late 1880s. The third season has seen Mrs. Russell continue her takeover of the New York City elite, Marian begin a secret relationship with Larry Russell, and Peggy dealing with her own complicated romantic feelings while trying to further her career. Meanwhile, Ada and Agnes have suddenly found their positions of power swapped in their household after Ada received a large sum of money from her late husband. Creator Julian Fellowes has stated that he doesn’t have an exact plan for The Gilded Age past season three, and the future of the show will depend on whether it gets renewed or not. He has also noted that each season has to have a satisfactory conclusion given what has taken place within the series, but an open end where they may be going to. Some of the show’s stars, like Carrie Coon, have expressed their interest in another installment, and fans are hopeful that the show will continue. Only time will tell how these stories play out, but one thing’s for sure: There will be plenty to build upon if the show gets renewed for a fourth season.