Netflix thriller with near-perfect score drops 'insane' new season trailer

Netflix has just given thriller fans a glimpse into the 'catastrophic' drama set to unfold in its top-rated political thriller.

The Diplomat first landed on the streamer in 2023 and has since gripped viewers with the story of American diplomat Kate Wyler (played by Keri Russell).

Now, the streaming giant has just dropped the trailer for its third season, set to premiere on October 16th.

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The two-minute teaser thrusts viewers into the heart of the action following the president's death, which sparks questions about his demise.

Netflix's synopsis teases: "Ambassador Kate Wyler lives the particular nightmare that is getting what you want. She just accused Vice President Grace Penn (portrayed by Allison Janney) of hatching a terrorist plot and admitted she’s after the VP’s job.

"But now the President is dead, Kate’s husband Hal (Rufus Sewell) may have inadvertently killed him, and Grace Penn is leader of the free world."

With the new political head in place, the synopsis adds: "None of this slows Hal’s campaign to land Kate the vice presidency.

"Kate steps into a role she never wanted, with a freedom she never expected, an increasingly complicated friendship with Foreign Secretary Austin Dennison, and an unnerving bond with First Gentleman Todd Penn."

Following the trailer's release, Fans could barely contain their excitement. One took to Netflix's YouTube comments and raved: "OH MY GOODNESS! This is INSANE!!!"

Someone else chimed in with: "I'M SO EXCITED THE SHOW IS BACK!!"

While a third voiced their recommendation: "People be really sleeping on this show, first season was good, the second was fantastic, can't wait for the third. While the trailers make it look like a serious political drama, it's also really funny."

And a fourth said: "I really liked S01. S02 took my breath away. This next season looks INCREDIBLE!"

Considering its star-studded cast, including Emmy winner Bradley Whitford and British icon Rory Kinnear, it's no surprise The Diplomat has received rave reviews.

It currently boasts an impressive 90% Rotten Tomatoes score, with season one earning an impressive 84% rating and season two bagging a stellar 96%.

The Diplomat season 3 premieres on Netflix on October 16th.