Chaotic drama Rivals is back with season 2, and the wait between installments has been worth it. The show is just as juicy and addictive as you remember.
A fun blend of scandal and romance, Rivals raises the stakes during its sophomore run, so it’s safe to assume that it will get even more bonkers. Could that mean a third season is also in the cards?
Rivals Season 3 Release Date
At the time of writing, there’s no official news about a potential Rivals season 3. That said, the future looks promising.
Season 2 will consist of 12 episodes, more than the mere 8 we got in season 1. On top of that, executive producer Dominic Treadwell-Collins is optimistic.
“We’ve already planned season 3. It’s not officially greenlit yet, but the stories are all done. We’re ready. We’re ready to go,” he said.
If all goes well, a third outing could arrive sometime in 2027.
Rivals Cast
- Alex Hassell as Rupert Campbell-Black
- Nafessa Williams as Cameron Cook
- Emily Atack as Sarah Stratton
- Oliver Chris as James Vereker
- Danny Dyer as Freddie Jones
- David Tennant as Tony, Lord Baddingham
- Aidan Turner as Declan O’Hara
- Victoria Smurfit as Maud O’Hara
- Lisa McGrillis as Valerie Jones
What Is Rivals About?
Inspired by Jilly Cooper’s bestselling 1988 novel of the same name, Rivals takes place in the fictional English county of Rutshire during the 1980s.
An intoxicating mix of glamour, sex, politics, and romance, it’s set against the backdrop of the booming independent television industry. The story revolves around the bitter rivalry between former Olympian and notorious womanizer Rupert Campbell-Black and TV executive Lord Tony Baddingham. Their battle for media dominance drags an entire social circle into emotional disaster.
The first season finale went full soap opera and left Tony’s fate uncertain. Turns out, he’s still kicking in season 2, but he’s even more vindictive than before. We’re predicting messier public scandals and romantic entanglements ahead.
While Rivals season 3 isn’t a sure bet yet, the second season is still ongoing. In the UK, you can catch episodes weekly on Disney+ until early June. The final six episodes of the season will arrive at a later date yet to be announced.
Are There Other Shows Like Rivals?
If you’re enjoying Rivals, shows with similar vibes include Mad Men, This Is England, GLOW, Pose, The Morning Show, and Masters of Sex.
Alternatively, check out some of the other titles trending on Disney+. Like The Testaments, Scrubs, Paradise, and Love Story.
