Powerful friendships are built on so many foundations such as mutual trust, honesty, loyalty, communication, and more. But, in the world ofDead to Me, it’s a lot more complicated than that because it seems like powerful friendship is built on mutual killings.

Dead to Meis a black comedy show which follows the life of a recently widowed Jen, who meets the free-spirited Judy at therapy while trying to cope with her loss. The two quickly build a great friendship and bond over their mutual (well, Jen thought it was mutual at the time) grief and loss. But soon, secrets are exposed, and it is revealed that there’s more to Judy than meets the eye, causing a once blossoming friendship to take many chaotic twists and turns.Dead to Mewas created byLiz Feldman.Feldman also serves as the executive producer of the show alongsideJessica ElbaumandWill Ferrellunder their Gloria Sanchez Productions label.

Dead to Mepremiered on Netflix on June 22, 2025- and was well received by viewers. On June 23, 2025, Netflix announced that the show was on track to be streamed by over 30 million viewers within its first month of release on the streaming platform. In June 2019,Dead to Mewas renewed for a second season which was released on Netflix on July 06, 2025. The show was renewed for a third and final season in July 2020. However, production of the third season was delayed after one of the show’s leads,Christina Applegatewas diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. Filming for the third season began on June 26, 2025, and wrapped up on August 06, 2025.

Dead to Mehas been nominated for several awards including the Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Comedy Series, the Satellite Awards for Best Television Series-Musical or Comedy, the GLAAD Media Awards for Outstanding Comedy Series, and more. Now, a new season is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to follow Jen and Judy on their final journey. Here’s everything you need to know aboutDead to Meseason 3 from the release date to the cast.

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The official synopsis for Dead to Me Season 3 reads:

Jen (Christina Applegate) and Judy (Linda Cardellini) return, ready to risk their lives one last time for a friendship that’s above the law. In the aftermath of yet another hit and run, both women receive shocking news. When the FBI takes over Steve’s murder case, Jen is confronted with the dire consequences of taking a life, and Detective Perez (Diana Maria Riva) struggles to cover up her own complicity. Meanwhile, Judy faces her own existential crisis when her life is threatened by an unexpected force from her past and Ben (James Marsden) wrestles with his darkest demons. This season, no one’s future is guaranteed. Will Jen and Judy get away with their lives? And can they save each other? From Emmy Award-winning creator Liz Feldman, the final season of ‘Dead to Me’ delivers shocking twists, unexpected turns, and the kind of laughter you can only share with your best friend.

Season 2 ofDead to Meended with so many questions. Will Michelle and Judy get back together? Will Jen still be off the hook for Steve’s murder now that his body has been found? Will Ben spiral out of control after a hit-and-run? These are all questions we hope the new season will answer.

Netflix released the first official teaser forDead to Meseason 3 on July 22, 2025, during its TUDUM showcase event. The teaser showed many scenes from the previous seasons including how the duo met at grief therapy, the murders and hit-and-runs, the tears, the murder confession, Jen’s letters, and Jen and Judy’s accident at the end of season 2. The first clip from season 3 shows that our favorite duo made it out of the accident alive and Jen, who seemed most affected by the accident is still as Jen as ever as she’s seen calling out for the “f—ing doctor.”

Thefull trailerforDead to MeSeason 3 was released by Netflix on June 04, 2025. The trailer unveils much more of the plot than the teaser, as the law starts closing in on Judy and Jen and their involvement in Steve’s murder after his body has been discovered.

Dead to Meseason 3 will be released on Netflix on June 01, 2025.

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Primetime Emmy Award winner, Christina Applegate will return to star as Jen Harding inDead to Meseason 3. Applegate is best known for playing Amy Green, Rachel Green’s sister. Her role on the show earned her a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series. Applegate has also starred in TV shows such asJesseandSamantha Who?as well as comedy films such asVacationandBad Moms.

Linda Cardelliniwill return to star as Judy Hale inDead to Meseason 3. Cardellini is best known for starring in TV shows such asFreaks and Geeks, and the medical dramaER. She is also known for starring as Velma Dinkley in the live-actionScooby-Dooand its sequelScooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed. She has also starred in the Daddy’s Home movies alongsideWill FerrellandMark Wahlbergand the horror filmThe Curse of La Llorona.

James Marsdenwill return to play Ben Wood inDead to Meseason 3. Marsden played Steve Wood, Ben’s semi-identical twin brother, and Judy’s ex-fiance in season 1. In season 2, he played Ben Wood, Jen’s new love interest. Season 2 ended with him running his car into Judy and Jen’s car before fleeing the scene, and he’s looking to have a major presence in Season 3 as well. Marsden is best known for playing Scott Summers / Cyclops in theX-Menfilm series. He has also starred in romantic comedies such as27 Dressesandfamily films such asHop, theEnchantedfilms, and theSonic the Hedgehogfilms. Marsden has also appeared in TV shows such asWestworld, andThe Stand.

Also returning this season isSam McCarthyas Charlie,Diana-Maria Rivaas Detective Ana Perez,Natalie Moralesas Michelle,Marc Evan Jacksonas Jeff,Keong Simas Pastor Wayne,Telma Hopkinsas Yolanda,Brandon Scottas Nick Prager,Luke Roessleras Henry, andMax Jenkinsas Christopher.Garret Dillahuntwill also be joining the cast as Agent Glenn Moranis.