Ted Lasso to Make Heartfelt Return with Season 4 – Here’s What We Know
Apple TV+ has officially greenlit a surprise fourth season of the Emmy-winning series Ted Lasso. Production has kicked off in Jason Sudeikis’s hometown, Kansas City, and will also film scenes in London. Fans can expect a fresh direction, new challenges—and beloved characters back in action.
From Three Seasons to Four: A Revival with Heart
Although Ted Lasso was widely expected to wrap up after Season 3, which aired in March 2023, the show’s creators decided to prolong its uplifting journey. In March 2025, Jason Sudeikis confirmed that scripts were in motion, and Apple TV+ formally announced the renewal soon after.
What’s New? A Bold Coaching Move
In Season 4, Ted returns to Richmond—but to manage a different team: a second-division women’s soccer squad. This storyline was first teased in the Season 3 finale and now becomes Ted Lasso’s “biggest challenge yet.” Central to the season’s philosophy is an emphasis on spontaneity—“leap before they look”—and stepping into unfamiliar terrain.
Familiar Faces and Some Changes
The core cast remains intact. Jason Sudeikis (Ted), Hannah Waddingham (Rebecca), Brett Goldstein (Roy), Brendan Hunt (Beard), and Jeremy Swift are all reprising their roles. Co-star Phil Dunster (Jamie Tartt) is stepping back from a regular role due to scheduling commitments elsewhere, though he may still make cameo appearances.
A key change involves Ted’s son, Henry, who will now be played by Grant Feely, stepping in for Gus Turner. Grant brings fresh energy to the role, especially with soccer playing a bigger part in the character’s journey.
In addition, several newcomers are joining the women’s team lineup, though full casting details are still being kept under wraps.
Shooting in Kansas City and London: A Blend of Hometowns
Season 4 production is underway in Kansas City—Sudeikis’s hometown—before continuing in London, maintaining the transatlantic feel fans have come to cherish. A first-look frame showing Ted, Rebecca, Keeley, and Higgins huddled in a classic diner confirmed the U.S. filming location and nostalgic tone.
Why the Return Means So Much
The idea of returning to a story thought to be complete stirred mixed emotions. As Hannah Waddingham, who plays Rebecca, poignantly put it, bringing the show back is like “exhuming a beloved, beautiful dog.” Yet the cast is clearly moved and excited to explore new paths and personal growth with their characters.
The heart of the series—kindness, resilience, and emotional openness—remains intact, now reimagined through the lens of women’s soccer and personal reinvention.
What’s Next?
No official release date has been announced yet, but filming is underway and scripts are complete. If post-production moves swiftly, fans could anticipate a 2026 premiere. Meanwhile, Apple TV+ and the team are building fresh promotional material to honor the show’s legacy and introduce its new chapter.
