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Season 3 – Lioness

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Joe attempts to balance her personal and professional life as the tip of the CIA's spear in the war on terror.
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Lioness — Season 3

Critics Reviews

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Richard Roeper RogerEbert.com 5d
[It] amps up the action and increases the personal risk factor, reflecting the real-life chaos of today’s geopolitical landscape while telling fictional—if mostly plausible—stories. Go to Full Review Matt Webb Mitovich TV Line 2d
Of the Season 3 performances, Saldaña once again shines — not because of Joe’s explosive ferocity, which was well-displayed in Season 2, but because of the greater but quiet consideration she must give every move made in Season 3. Go to Full Review Joel Keller Decider 2d
We’re on board for Joe’s inner conflict reaching new levels in Season 3 of Lioness. We just wish that Taylor Sheridan wouldn’t waste so much time with bloody shoot ’em ups and leave time for more character exploration. Go to Full Review Rodrigo Perez The Playlist 2d
B
Sheridan fills rooms with people who refuse to yield and gives them life-or-death reasons to argue. It can be absurd, but it’s enormously entertaining. Go to Full Review Jeanine T. Abraham VisAbleBlackwoman (Medium) 3d
0/0
The show wants credit for centering tough, complicated women, then can't resist undercutting them with nudity that serves no purpose except reminding you they're still there to be looked at. Go to Full Review Brittany Frederick TVBrittanyF.com 5d
C-
The Taylor Sheridan action drama returns to Paramount+ with plenty of shooting, swearing and excitement, but it continues to lack the depth of Sheridan’s other shows. There’s not much to hold onto after the weekly burst of adrenaline wears off. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Audience Reviews

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Allie K @RT5678932178 1h The first episode of Lioness this past week was worth the wait. See more Melissa C @Dunemoviefan1 15h This episode had great action and was easy to follow despite the complicated storyline. Well acted and story made sense. We were on the edge of our seats. Keep up the great writing. See more Libbi P @RT20370294 19h So far- AMAZING- this show feels like just a long movie- such high quality acting, action, sets and storytelling. All with a small bit of humor too. I love how the characters are loyal and honest with their team. I think TS is an amazing storyteller! I can’t wait to see more episodes. Absolutely my favorite show and I didn’t even start watching it until last year. See more Elizabeth C @LIZBTHANN 20h Season 3 is off to an excellent start! Even after just the first episode, I'm already counting down the days until the second. The premiere delivered everything I've come to expect from Special Ops: Lioness—great storytelling, intense action, outstanding performances, and the suspense that keeps you wanting more. Zoe Saldaña is once again spectacular as Joe, and the entire cast continues to bring these characters to life. The chemistry, production quality, and pacing make every episode feel like a movie, and each one leaves you even more excited for the next. My only wish is that the seasons were longer. I'd love to see at least twice as many episodes, or make the season premiere and finale two-hour events. This series deserves more time to tell its incredible story. I also think a fall or winter release would attract even more viewers, as late summer isn't the ideal time for such a high-quality series with back-to-school activities and vacations. That said, I'm just glad See more Sophie S @RT08065846 22h One episode in and as fun as ever. This is probably my favorite of the Taylor Sheridan shows. Love me some Zoe Saldana. See more Gordon M @RT97557448 23h An action-packed opening episode for Season 3. Brings current events right into your living room/man cave and foreshadows the realities of future real-world conflicts involving boots on the ground. Best line, "Star Wars meets WWI"! See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Zoe Saldaña

Joe

Laysla De Oliveira

Cruz Manuelos

Michael Kelly

Byron Westfield

Genesis Rodriguez

Josephina Carrillo

Morgan Freeman

Edwin Mullins

Nicole Kidman

Kaitlyn Meade

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Aug 2, 2026 The Spider and the Fly A covert strike unearths a hidden threat, drawing Joe into a shadowy chain of events. Details Episode 2 Airs Aug 9 No Sorrow Like the Survivor Kaitlyn races to contain a crisis spiraling across agencies; Neal tries to steady rising fear at home. Details Episode 3 Airs Aug 16 The Bear Is Infected Joe confronts a breach, driving the team into a risky play to root out infiltrators. Details Episode 4 Airs Aug 23 Murder Hornets A frantic hunt is launched as the team races against time; at home, Neal struggles with growing fears. Details Episode 5 Airs Aug 30 The Idiot Army Joe leads the hunt as her team exposes a hidden network operating through covert handlers, while Kaitlyn and Westfield hustle to assess the threat. Details Episode 6 Airs Sep 6 Joe attempts to balance her personal and professional life as the tip of the CIA's spear in the war on terror. Details Episode 7 Airs Sep 13 Joe attempts to balance her personal and professional life as the tip of the CIA's spear in the war on terror. Details Episode 8 Airs Sep 20 Joe attempts to balance her personal and professional life as the tip of the CIA's spear in the war on terror. Details Episode 9 Airs undefined Episode 309 Joe attempts to balance her personal and professional life as the tip of the CIA's spear in the war on terror. Details Episode 10 Airs undefined Episode 310 Joe attempts to balance her personal and professional life as the tip of the CIA's spear in the war on terror. Details

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Lioness — Season 3

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Season Info

Director
Michael Friedman
Executive Producer
Taylor Sheridan, David Glasser, Zoe Saldaña, Nicole Kidman, Ron Burkle, Bob Yari, David Hutkin, Jill Wagner, J. Geyer Kosinski, Michael Friedman, Keith Cox
Network
Paramount+
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Action, Crime, Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date
Aug 2, 2026
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