Ever since rumors about an upcoming fourth season of the acclaimed Apple TV+ comedy series,Ted Lasso, began swirling around, fans have been speculating what the story would hold for them and exactly which characters will reprise their roles from the previous seasons. In a surprising twist that will intrigue and confuse fans,it appears that AFC Richmond’s enigmatic footballer, Jamie Tartt, played by the very talented Phil Dunster, may no longer be a series regular in Season 4.
The news broke via a tweet from entertainment insider Matthew Belloni on X (previously Twitter), where his succinct words held a lot of implications. He revealed that Dunster will not be a mainstay in the next season, but also added that the actor might“pop in for a guest spot or two.”
Dunster’s potential absence fromTed LassoSeason 4 stems from scheduling conflicts and having to balance multiple television roles. First up in Prime Video’s supernatural thriller,The Devil’s Hour, where Dunster plays a pivotal role as Mike Stevens, the main character’s estranged husband. He is also juggling commitments to Apple TV+’s tech drama,Surface. The show, which explores the high-stakes world of Silicon Valley, has been praised for its writing. Dunster is set to appear in Season 2 as a character named Quinn.
Cast Members Confirmed To Return For Ted Lasso Season 4
To understand the larger context of just howTed Lassoended up getting a renewal, we must look back in time. Jason Sudeikis, who co-created the show and portrayed the titular character,always envisioned a three-season arc. His intention was to wrap up the story of the American football coach navigating the English Premier League on a heartwarming note, which is why, in the end of Season 3, we see Ted returning home, teaching soccer to his son in Kansas, where he is happy, relieved, and whole.
However, because Sudeikis left the door slightly ajar, Season 3 wasn’t technically marked as the final chapter of the show. Now, as reports about the cast members’ fates have started buzzing around, the studio’s decision to extend the series beyond its original blueprint has started to make sense.
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According toDeadline,several key cast memberswill return to their roles in Season 4 ofTed Lasso. These include Hannah Waddingham, who plays Rebecca Welton, Brett Goldstein who portrays Roy Kent, and Jeremy Swift as Leslie Higgins. The production is yet to reach out to cast members with SAG-AFTRA contracts, like Juno Temple, who plays Keeley, Sudeikis, as well as Brendan Hunt, who stars as Coach Brent.
Over its three-season run so far,Ted Lassoamassed several awards and accolades. From Emmy wins to Golden Globe nominations, the show established itself as a positive and endearing drama, and because the spirit of AFC Richmond is enduring, we’re eagerly awaiting more updates on Season 4.
