The White Lotus Season 3: A Star-Studded Dive into Paradise
Premiere Date, Time, and Streaming Info:
- Date: February 16, 2023
- Time: 9 PM EST/PST (HBO), 9 PM EST/6 PM PST (HBO Max)
Synopsis:
The Emmy-winning "The White Lotus" returns for a tropical escapade in Season 3. Set on the luxurious shores of Ko Samui, Thailand, the series follows a new cast of characters as they navigate the hidden depths of paradise and uncover its dark secrets.
Cast:
Leslie Bibb as Kate
Carrie Coon as Laurie
Michelle Monaghan as Jaclyn Lemon
Walton Goggins as Rick Hatchett
Aimee Lou Wood as Chelsea
Charlotte LeBon as Chloe
Jason Isaacs as Timothy Ratliff
Parker Posey as Victoria Ratliff
Patrick Schwarzenegger as Saxon Ratliff
Sarah Catherine Hook as Piper Ratliff
Sam Nivola as Lochlan Ratliff
Lalisa Manobal as Mook
Natasha Rothwell as Belinda Lindsey
Character Profiles:
Leslie Bibb as Kate
- About: A socialite housewife from Austin, Texas, Kate has drifted apart from her childhood friends.
- Known For: Roles in "Jupiter’s Legacy," "American Housewife," "Crossing Jordan," and "Popular."
Carrie Coon as Laurie
- About: A straight-talking corporate powerhouse and one of Kate’s childhood friends.
- Known For: Lead roles in "The Leftovers," "The Gilded Age," and "Fargo."
Michelle Monaghan as Jaclyn Lemon
- About: A famous TV star who is recognized by other guests at The White Lotus.
- Known For: Roles in the "Mission: Impossible" films, "Source Code," and "Gone Baby Gone."
Walton Goggins as Rick Hatchett
- About: An enigmatic and seemingly sinister character with mysterious motives behind his visit to The White Lotus.
- Known For: Roles in "Justified," "The Shield," "Vice Principals," and "The Righteous Gemstones."
Aimee Lou Wood as Chelsea
- About: A free-spirited young woman from Manchester, England, trying to bring joy to her older boyfriend, Rick.
- Known For: Breakout role as Aimee Gibbs in "Sex Education."
Charlotte LeBon as Chloe
- About: A former model with a mysterious partner who befriends Chelsea.
- Known For: Roles in "The Hundred-Foot Journey," "The Walk," and "Anthropoid."
Jason Isaacs as Timothy Ratliff
- About: A wealthy businessman vacationing with his family, but secretly dealing with a life-altering scandal.
- Known For: Roles in the "Harry Potter" franchise, "Black Hawk Down," "Star Trek: Discovery," and "The OA."
Parker Posey as Victoria Ratliff
- About: Timothy’s self-medicating wife, unaware of her husband’s secret.
- Known For: Roles in "Dazed and Confused," "Party Girl," "Best in Show," and "You’ve Got Mail."
Patrick Schwarzenegger as Saxon Ratliff
- About: Timothy and Victoria’s confident and hedonistic oldest child, working for his father’s company.
- Known For: Roles in "Midnight Sun," "The Terminal List," and "The Staircase."
Sarah Catherine Hook as Piper Ratliff
- About: The family’s college-aged daughter, searching for deeper meaning in life through Buddhism.
- Known For: Roles in "Cruel Intentions," "First Kill," and "The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It."
Sam Nivola as Lachlan Ratliff
- About: The family’s high school-aged son, torn between following his siblings’ path and choosing his own major.
- Known For: Roles in "White Noise" and "Maestro."
Lalisa Manobal as Mook
- About: A health mentor at The White Lotus who forms a relationship with the resort’s security guard.
- Known For: Thai rapper and singer, member of the K-pop group Blackpink.
Natasha Rothwell as Belinda Lindsey
- About: The spa manager from the Hawaiian White Lotus, returning to learn new skills in Thailand.
- Known For: Roles in "Insecure," "How to Die Alone," and "Sonic the Hedgehog."
Legacy and Expectations:
Season 3 of "The White Lotus" follows the success of the Emmy-winning Season 1 and critically acclaimed Season 2. Writer, director, and executive producer Mike White returns to explore the dark human nature that lurks beneath the sun-drenched facade of paradise.
With its star-studded cast and intriguing premise, "The White Lotus" Season 3 promises to deliver a captivating and thought-provoking viewing experience, delving into the themes of class, privilege, and the true cost of opulence.
