Fans of Sneaky Pete, the slick crime drama that hooked viewers with its clever cons and twisty plots, are still holding out hope for a fourth season. The show, starring Giovanni Ribisi as the charismatic con man Marius Josipović, left audiences on the edge of their seats when it wrapped up its third season in 2019. But with no official word on a continuation, what’s the deal? Here’s a deep dive into whether Sneaky Pete Season 4 is happening and everything known so far.
The Story So Far: A Quick Recap
Sneaky Pete follows Marius, a con artist fresh out of prison, who assumes the identity of his cellmate, Pete Murphy, to dodge a dangerous gangster. By “reuniting” with Pete’s estranged family, the Bernhardts, Marius gets tangled in their messy, secretive world. The show, co-created by Bryan Cranston and David Shore, blends dark humor, high-stakes cons, and family drama. Over three seasons, it earned a loyal fanbase with a 96% critics’ score on Rotten Tomatoes and an 8/10 on IMDb.
The third season, released on May 10, 2019, ended with some closure but left plenty of loose ends. Marius nearly revealed his true identity to the Bernhardts, only for Otto to stop him, saying, “It doesn’t matter, you’re family.” Meanwhile, Julia faced legal trouble, and the Bernhardts’ bail bond business was at risk after Lizzie’s betrayal. Fans were left wondering: would Marius ever come clean? What happens to Julia’s court case? And where’s the real Pete?
Why Was Sneaky Pete Cancelled?
Amazon Prime Video pulled the plug on Sneaky Pete in June 2019, just weeks after Season 3 dropped. No official reason was given, which left fans frustrated and speculating. Several factors likely played a role:
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Shifting Priorities at Amazon: Around 2019, Amazon began focusing on big-budget blockbusters like The Boys and Lord of the Rings. Sneaky Pete, despite strong reviews, didn’t fit their new “blockbuster model.”
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Declining Viewership: While Season 1 was a hit, viewership reportedly dipped in later seasons. Amazon doesn’t share detailed streaming data, but reports suggest Sneaky Pete wasn’t a major money-maker despite being the second-most-watched original in 2017.
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Creative Changes: The departure of showrunner Graham Yost after Season 2 led to a tonal shift in Season 3 under Blake Masters. Some fans and critics noted a drop in quality, with Season 3 feeling less cohesive than the first two.
Despite the cancellation, the show’s passionate fanbase took to platforms like Reddit to express their disappointment, with many calling it one of Amazon’s best originals.
Is Season 4 Happening on Amazon or Elsewhere?
As of July 2025, there’s no confirmed Sneaky Pete Season 4 release date, and Amazon has not reversed its cancellation decision. The chances of a revival on Amazon seem slim, as the studio has shown no signs of revisiting the series.
However, there’s a glimmer of hope. In July 2025, Netflix picked up all three seasons of Sneaky Pete for streaming in the U.S., marking the first time the show has been available outside Prime Video. This move, driven by Sony Pictures Television’s ownership of the rights, has sparked speculation about a potential revival. While Netflix hasn’t announced plans for a fourth season, the platform’s history of reviving canceled shows (Lucifer, Designated Survivor) keeps the door slightly ajar.
