The Gilded Ageseason 3 finally has a release month and first images. Although it had a mixed debut, the second installment of the historical drama created by Julian Fellowes enjoyed a notable improvement in terms of awards recognition at the Emmys and audience buzz. That is poised to continue intoThe Gilded Ageseason 3, which has recruited several well-known actors to join a talented ensemble that includes Cynthia Nixon, Christine Baranski, and Carrie Coon.

HBO has now confirmed thatThe Gilded Agereturns in June 2025, revealing the first photos that are included in the gallery below. The images highlight Coon, Nixon, and Baranki, in addition to other returning cast members such as Denée Benton and Taissa Farmiga. Phylicia Rashad, meanwhile, is among the new cast members spotlighted.

Carrie Coon as Bertha Russell sitting in front of a mirror as a maid adjusts her hat on The Gilded Age

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There Will Be New Fronts For Battle

Followingthe ending ofThe Gilded Ageseason 2 finale, which included a kiss between Marion (Louisa Jacobson) and Larry (Harry Richardson), the eight-episode third season will see the Russell family relatively firm in their status as societal leaders. As for Bertha (Coon), she iseying a prize that could elevate her family to new highs. George (Morgan Spector), as revealed in the official synopsis below, aims to revolutionize the railroad industry.

Following the Opera War, the old guard is weakened and the Russells stand poised to take their place at the head of society. Bertha sets her sights on a prize that would elevate the family to unimaginable heights while George risks everything on a gambit that could revolutionize the railroad industry — if it doesn’t ruin him first. Across the street, the Brook household is thrown into chaos as Agnes refuses to accept Ada’s new position as lady of the house. Peggy meets a handsome doctor from Newport whose family is less than enthusiastic about her career. As all of New York hastens toward the future, their ambition may come at the cost of what they truly hold dear.

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The Gilded Age’s castis already fairly large, encompassing an impressive group of award-winning performers and acclaimed actors. That will expand further, with the addition of Bill Camp, Merritt Wever, Andrea Martin, Leslie Uggams, Jordan Donica, LisaGay Hamilton, Paul Alexander Nolan, Hattie Morahan, and Jessica Frances Dukes, among several others.

Hattie Morahan

Lady Sarah Vere

The sister of the Duke of Buckingham and not a fan of the Russells.

Victoria Clark

Joan Carlton

A woman from the old money side of New York high society.

Dr. William Kirkland

A kind and handsome doctor.

A co-production between HBO and Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group,The Gilded Ageis executive produced by Fellowes, Sonja Warfield, Gareth Neame, David Crockett, Michael Engler, and Bob Greenblatt, and episode director Salli Richardson-Whitfield, with Erica Dunbar serving as historical consultant and co-executive producer.It was nominated for Outstanding Drama Series at the 76th Primetime Emmys, in addition to nominations for Coon and Baranski.

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Though it started on shaky ground, the show has built up a steady audience. It may even have some extra eyeballs on it after Coon’s emotionally breathtaking performance inThe White Lotusseason 3.The Gilded Ageis a different show in its setting and some of its concerns, but the potential for drama and conflict is shared. The great performances are, as well.