The beloved Apple TV+ comedy series Ted Lasso is officially returning for a fourth season, reigniting excitement among fans worldwide. After a seemingly conclusive Season 3 finale in May 2023, where Ted returned to Kansas to be with his son, the announcement of Season 4 has sparked curiosity about release dates, returning cast members, and potential plotlines. Here’s everything we know so far about Ted Lasso Season 4.
Ted Lasso Season 4 Potential Release Date
As of June 3, 2025, Apple TV+ has not announced an official release date for Ted Lasso Season 4. However, production is reportedly set to begin in July 2025, with filming taking place in Kansas City and the UK. Given the timeline of previous seasons—Season 3 began filming in March 2022 and premiered in March 2023—a similar pattern suggests a potential release in late 2025 or early 2026.
Ted Lasso Season 4 Expected Cast
The heart of Ted Lasso lies in its ensemble cast, and several key players are expected to return for Season 4. Here’s the latest on the cast:
Confirmed Returning Cast
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Jason Sudeikis as Ted Lasso: The optimistic coach is back, with Sudeikis reprising his Emmy-winning role and serving as an executive producer and co-writer.
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Hannah Waddingham as Rebecca Welton: The AFC Richmond owner is likely to return, with Apple securing options for Waddingham, per reports from August 2024.
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Brett Goldstein as Roy Kent: Goldstein is confirmed to return as a writer and executive producer, strongly suggesting he’ll reprise his role as the gruff yet lovable coach.
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Jeremy Swift as Leslie Higgins: Options have been picked up for Swift, hinting at the return of AFC Richmond’s supportive director of football operations.
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Juno Temple as Keeley Jones: Temple is in talks to return, potentially continuing her journey as a PR maven and key figure in AFC Richmond’s orbit.
Ted Lasso Season 4 Potential Plot
While specific plot details remain scarce, hints from cast and creators offer clues about Season 4’s direction:
Ted Coaching a Women’s Team: Jason Sudeikis revealed on the New Heights podcast with Travis and Jason Kelce that Ted will coach a women’s soccer team. Nick Mohammed echoed this on the Chris Moyles Show, confirming Ted’s return to Richmond to lead the AFC Richmond Women’s Team, a concept teased by Keeley’s proposal in the Season 3 finale.
AFC Richmond’s Journey: With Ted back in the U.S. at the end of Season 3, Season 4 may split focus between Kansas and the UK. AFC Richmond qualified for the Champions League, a prestigious tournament mentioned in Season 3, Episode 12. This could see Roy, Nate, and Beard leading the men’s team to European glory.
Loose Ends: Keeley’s PR firm and her unresolved love triangle with Roy and Jamie, Rebecca’s leadership of AFC Richmond, and Nate’s return to the fold as an assistant coach or kit man offer rich subplots for Season 4.
