After 7 Years, HBO’s Acclaimed Crime Thriller Big Little Lies Officially Resumes Filming
A brief return to production
Big Little Lies has reportedly started production on its third season, following a gap since its last season aired in 2019. The series debuted in 2017 and was first announced as a limited series before returning for a second season.
The reported shoot lasted just one day at the Warner Bros. lot in Los Angeles. The production reportedly filmed there to retain its California tax credit, as the deadline for entering production after applying for the break was approaching.
Director remains unconfirmed
The report did not name the third season’s director, but said the person had worked on the show before and received approval from the DGA. HBO has not confirmed who will lead the season.
Jean-Marc Vallée directed the first season, while Andrea Arnold directed the second. The report also said a supporting cast member from both earlier seasons was present during the one-day shoot.
A season announced last year
HBO announced the third season a year ago, but the reported filming marks a limited initial step rather than a full production update. The show’s return follows its shift from a planned limited series to a continuing drama.
The article identifies the series as Big Little Lies and includes an image caption naming Reese Witherspoon as Madeline Mackenzie. No further details about the season’s filming or release were provided.
Key points
- Big Little Lies reportedly filmed for one day on the Warner Bros. lot in Los Angeles.
- The shoot was reportedly intended to preserve the series’ California tax credit.
- HBO has not confirmed the third season’s director.
- The series debuted in 2017 and its second season aired in 2019.