Creators Discuss Potential Third Terminal List Season
While Prime Video has not officially confirmed a renewal, creators are eyeing future adaptations for the hit series.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Television
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Creators are discussing potential plans for a third season of The Terminal List following the success of its second installment on Prime Video. Although the streamer has not yet officially renewed the series, producers are evaluating future narrative directions.
Why it matters
The show continues to be a high-performing asset for Prime Video, with its latest season securing the global top spot on the platform despite mixed critical reception. Future seasons would likely draw from the remaining entries in the eight-book series written by Jack Carr.
Season 2 reached the global top spot on Prime Video and holds a 57% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, marking an improvement over the 42% score received by the first season. Audience scores for the series remain high, consistently ranging from 86% to 94%.
The players
Jack Carr
He is the author of the original book series that serves as the foundation for the television adaptation.
Prime Video
This is the streaming platform that produces and distributes the series globally.
The details
Creators indicated that a potential third season would likely introduce significant changes from the source material, specifically the book Savage Son. Jack Carr, who authored the original eight-book series, has signaled that official announcements regarding the show's future are coming soon.
Timeline
The Terminal List first premiered on June 30, 2022.
The spin-off series The Terminal List: Dark Wolf premiered in 2025.
The second season of The Terminal List premiered on October 21, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The show follows the trend of high-budget streaming services relying on established literary intellectual property to anchor their libraries. This potential third season mirrors the industry-wide focus on long-term franchise development to maintain subscriber retention.
Viewers can currently access both full seasons and the related spin-off series through their existing Prime Video subscriptions. No changes to subscription tiers or platform availability have been announced regarding future installments.
The takeaway
While the series maintains a significant disconnect between critic scores and audience appreciation, its strong viewership metrics remain the primary driver for potential renewals. Fans of the franchise should anticipate official news from creators in the near future regarding the next chapter.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Movieweb.
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