Disney+ Orders Third Season of Jilly Cooper's Rivals

Disney+ has announced a third season for its adaptation of Jilly Cooper's "Rivals," a series rooted in the beloved Rutshire Chronicles. The greenlight comes just ahead of the second half of season two's November return, signaling strong audience engagement.

The show, set in 1980s England, delves into the interwoven lives and relationships of its characters, focusing on themes of power, passion, and betrayal. "Rivals" features a notable cast including Alex Hassell as Rupert Campbell-Black and David Tennant as Tony Baddingham.

Season three is set to deliver an even more intense experience. The logline teases higher stakes and fragile alliances, with new romances, rekindled flames, and shocking secrets poised to disrupt the status quo. This new chapter promises to push the rivalries to their absolute limit, ensuring viewers remain on the edge of their seats.

Lee Mason, Disney+ EMEA VP for scripted, praised the show's success as a testament to Cooper's world-building and the creative team. He expressed delight in bringing a third season to Disney+ and Hulu audiences, hinting at "more ambition, more romance, more rivalries and, of course, more scandal" in the upcoming installment.