Fans of Netflix’s gripping legal drama The Lincoln Lawyer have been eagerly awaiting news on the next chapter in Mickey Haller’s high-stakes world. With Season 3’s explosive finale leaving viewers on the edge of their seats—Mickey arrested for a murder he didn’t commit—the buzz around Season 4 is louder than ever. But amid the speculation, one question keeps popping up: Is The Lincoln Lawyer Season 4 coming in December 2025? Here’s everything we know so far.
The Lincoln Lawyer Season 4: No December 2025 Release—Here’s Why
Short answer: No, The Lincoln Lawyer Season 4 is not expected to premiere in December 2025. While the series was renewed back in January 2025, production timelines and Netflix’s release strategy point to an early 2026 debut, with February 2026 emerging as the most likely window. Industry insiders and tracking sites like What’s On Netflix have speculated on a potential drop as early as February 5, 2026, but nothing is set in stone yet.
This shift breaks the show’s previous pattern of quicker turnarounds (Season 1 in May 2022, Season 2 in July 2023, and Season 3 in October 2024). Filming wrapped in mid-2025 after starting in February, and post-production is now in full swing. Netflix hasn’t confirmed an exact date, but the consensus is clear: 2025 is off the table for new episodes.
What to Expect from The Lincoln Lawyer Season 4 Plot
Season 4 adapts Michael Connelly’s sixth novel in the series, The Law of Innocence, putting Mickey Haller (Manuel Garcia-Rulfo) front and center as the defendant. Framed for murder after the Season 3 cliffhanger, Mickey must defend himself from behind bars while unraveling a conspiracy that hits closer to home than any case he’s ever taken. Co-showrunner Ted Humphrey has teased that this will be “the biggest and most personal challenge Mickey has ever faced,” blending intense courtroom drama with Mickey’s signature street-smart sleuthing.
The season ramps up to 10 episodes (up from eight in prior outings), split into two parts for maximum binge potential. Episode titles like “50/50,” “Confirmation Bias,” and “You’re the One That I Want” hint at themes of doubt, deception, and high-stakes gambles—perfect for fans of legal thrillers like Better Call Saul or Suits. Expect more twists involving Mickey’s ex-wife (Neve Campbell) and his loyal team as they fight to prove his innocence.
