Believe It: Ted Lasso Returns to AFC Richmond
After much speculation following the conclusion of the third season in 2023, the feel-good phenomenon is officially back. Apple TV+ has confirmed that Ted Lasso Season 4 makes its global debut on Wednesday, August 5, 2026. Fans can expect to see Jason Sudeikis reprise his award-winning role as the titular coach, who returns to the pitch with a fresh challenge: managing AFC Richmond’s women’s team.
What to Expect in Season 4
The new season promises to balance familiar faces with exciting new additions to the squad. While the core team remains largely intact, the narrative will expand as Lasso takes on his latest coaching assignment. Production for the season began in the summer of 2025, allowing for a polished return that Hannah Waddingham has previously described as a 'beautiful resurrection' for the series.
- Returning Stars: Jason Sudeikis, Juno Temple, Hannah Waddingham, Jeremy Swift, and Brett Goldstein.
- New Cast Members: Tanya Reynolds, Jude Mack, Faye Marsay, Rex Hayes, Aisling Sharkey, Abbie Hern, and Grant Feely as Henry Lasso.
- Episode Count: The season consists of ten episodes in total.
The Weekly Rollout Schedule
Following the premiere on August 5, Apple TV+ will release new episodes weekly on Wednesdays. The season is set to conclude on October 7, 2026. Whether this season serves as a permanent return or a final victory lap remains a subject of intense fan discussion, with many speculating that this could represent the definitive conclusion for the beloved sitcom.
Ted Lasso season four will make its global debut on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, with one episode, followed by new episodes every Wednesday through October 7.
— Apple TV Press Release