The Emmy Award Winner, Tehran, has made headlines since its debut in 2020. With two seasons already streaming on Apple TV, a third season anticipation for Tehran is now taking the internet by storm. The article discusses all the details of Tehran season 3, including its release dates, potential cast, plot, and trailer. It also informs readers about the recent updates for the anticipated Israeli series.
An Israeli spy thriller series, Tehran, following its premiere, received several nominations and positive critics from the viewers. Premiered in Israel on June 22, 2020, and internationally on September 25, follows the story of a Mossad agent and an undercover agent, Tamar Rabinyan. After a successful debut season, Tehran was renewed for a second season, which premiered on May 6, 2022. With Tehran Season 3 currently in anticipation, here’s all you need to know about the series.
About Tehran
Tehran is an Israeli spy thriller series that made its premiere on June 22, 2020, on Kan 11. Starring Niv Sultan in its lead role, Tehran follows the story of a young Jewish woman who is a Mossad agent and computer hacker.
The Israeli spy thriller has received positive reviews from critics, including 94 percent on Rotten Tomatoes and 7.4/10 on IMDb. Additionally, Tehran also bagged the Best Drama Series at the International Emmy Awards 2021; Tehran became the first Israeli series to win this award. The executive producers of Tehran are Eden and Shula Spiegel for Donna and Shula Productions, Alon Aranya for Paper Plane Productions, Julien Leroux for Paper Entertainment, Peter Emerson for Cineflix Studios, Tony Saint, Daniel Syrkin, Moshe Zonder, Dari Sai Slutzky, and Tal Fraifeld for Kan. As of 2025, Tehran has two seasons.
| Name of the Series | Tehran |
| Original Language(s) | English Hebrew Persian |
| Released On | 22 June 2020 |
| Genre | Serial Drama Espionage Thriller |
| Number of Seasons | Two Season One: 22 June 2020 Season Two: 6 May 2022 |
Will there be a Tehran Season 3?
In February 2023, it was announced that the Israeli series was renewed for a third season. The announcement also included the exciting news of multiple award-winning Hugh Laurie joining the cast; she is set to play the role of Eric Peterson.
Morgan Wandell, the head of international programming for Apple TV+, expressed interest in the forthcoming season and said,
‘Tehran’ is a nonstop thrill ride that has hooked fans around the globe. Like viewers everywhere, we can’t wait for another heart-pounding season from Dana, Shula, Danny, Tony and the rest of the creative team. We are so excited to have the brilliant Hugh Laurie join Niv and the incredibly talented cast in a new storyline that has all the makings of an unforgettable season.
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What are the release dates for Tehran Season 3?
Although the third season of Tehran was set to release in 2024, it is now facing delays in its premiere.
Update: As of now (December 2025), the release date is finalised, and it is set to be aired on 9th January, 2026. The official trailer is out on the 5th of December.
News by Ynet states that the forthcoming season is filmed, edited, and ready to broadcast; however, the war led to the series’ delay. A statement from the news read,
The broadcast date of the third season of ‘Tehran’ was postponed with the agreement of the parties following the outbreak of the war,” it was officially reported from here, “People here are in continuous contact with representatives of Apple TV Plus regarding the determination of a new date for the broadcast.
Who will be in the cast of Tehran Season 3?
In 2023, Hugh Laurie was announced as an additional cast member in the third season. Besides, a potential cast for Season 3 is,
- Niv Sultan – Tamar Rabinyan
- Glenn Close – Marjan Montazeri
- Shaun Toub – Faraz Kamali
- Shervin Alenabi – Milad Kahani
- Arash Marandi – Ali Aghazadeh
- Shila Ommi – Nahid Kamali
- Sogand Sara Fakheri as Raziyeh Nekumard
- Reza Diako as Shahin
- Dan Mor as Eran
- Tomer Machloof as Nevo
- Sara von Schwarze as Yulia Magen
- Bahador Foladi as Amir
- Sia Alipour as Vahid Nemati
- Behi Djanati Atai as Fatemeh Mohammadi, wife of Qasem Mohammadi and mother of Peyman Mohammadi
- Bijan Daneshmand as Dr. Kourosh Zamestani, head of the hospital
- Elnaaz Norouzi as Yasaman Haddadi
What will be the plot for Tehran Season 3?
The plot for a third instalment for Tehran is yet to be revealed by the creators. While the series is facing delays owing to the war, a statement by Apple TV+ hinting at the plot for Tehran Season 3 reads,
While Tamar (Niv Sultan) still reels from the loss of her closet allies, she must find a way to reinvent herself and win back the Mossad’s support to survive..
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Is There a Synopsis for Tehran Season 3?
No, Tehran has not received a synopsis yet. While a synopsis is awaited, Tehran Season 2 synopsis reads,
Tamar is a Mossad hacker-agent who infiltrates Tehran under a false identity to help destroy Iran’s nuclear reactor; when her mission fails and she’s trapped in a new life, Tamar must plan an operation that will place her loved ones in jeopardy.
Is There a Trailer For Tehran Season 3?
Amid the Israel-Hamas war, creators of Tehran have kept a hold on the third instalment premiere. Hence, there is no released footage for Season 3.
Will there be a Season 4 of Tehran?
Surrounded by the delay crisis for a third season in Tehran, the creators also gave updates about a fourth season. In an interview in 2024, the creators stated that Tehran Season 4’s script was under work. However, it has now been suspended amid the Israeli-Hamas war. It was also said that Tehran Season 4’s script was similar to the ongoing war crisis. Since the script can lead to conflict, it was later paused by the creators.
