HBO’s ‘Industry’ renewed for a thrilling fourth season
A new chapter for ‘Industry’
HBO has officially renewed the gripping drama series Industry for a fourth season. This announcement comes just ahead of the Season 3 finale, which is set to air on September 29. The renewal is a testament to the show’s compelling narrative and its unflinching examination of ambition and class within the high-stakes world of London finance.
A word from HBO
Francesca Orsi, HBO’s executive vice president of programming, expressed her excitement about the renewal: “For three seasons, Industry has been unflinching in its examination of ambition and class, solidifying itself as a marquee HBO drama. Under Mickey and Konrad’s singular vision, this twisted, thrilling look at London finance has redefined the contemporary workplace show. We’re so excited that viewers and critics have recognized season three as bigger and better than ever, buoyed by sublime performances from our unparalleled cast. We have no doubt that Mickey and Konrad, alongside the amazing team under executive producer Jane Tranter at Bad Wolf and executive producer Kathleen McCaffrey, will take season four to even greater heights.”
Rising viewership and critical acclaim
The third season of Industry has seen a significant increase in viewership, averaging 1.6 million viewers per episode across all platforms. This marks a nearly 40% increase from Season 2, with the show’s viewership for the past five weeks ranking among its best performances ever.
Creators’ vision for the future
Series creators Mickey Down and Konrad Kay shared their enthusiasm for the upcoming season: “We are beyond thrilled and grateful to HBO, the incredible team at Bad Wolf, and our phenomenal cast and crew for their continued belief in Industry and for allowing us to grow as creators, writers, and now directors whilst taking the show to new heights. We can’t wait to dive deeper and deliver the best season yet in season 4.”
Season 3 highlights
The official description of Season 3 provides a glimpse into the high-stakes drama that has captivated audiences:
“As Pierpoint looks to the future and takes a big bet on ethical investing, Yasmin (Marisa Abela), Robert (Harry Lawtey), and Eric (Ken Leung) find themselves front and center in the splashy IPO of Lumi, a green tech energy company led by Sir Henry Muck (Kit Harington), in a story that runs all the way to the very top of finance, media, and government. Since leaving Pierpoint, Harper (Myha’la) is eager to get back into the addictive thrill of finance and finds an unlikely partner in FutureDawn portfolio manager Petra Koenig (Sarah Goldberg).”
The cast also includes Conor MacNeill, Sagar Radia, Miriam Petche, Indy Lewis, Adam Levy, Sarah Parish, Trevor White, Elena Saurel, Irfan Shamji, Andrew Havill, Roger Barclay, Fady Elsayed, and Fiona Button.
Behind the scenes
Jane Tranter, founder and CEO of Bad Wolf and series executive producer, reflected on the journey of Industry: “It has been an extraordinary journey over the past 8 years from initial development to now the commission of a fourth season of Industry. HBO’s unswerving belief in Mickey, Konrad, the cast, and the whole creative team at Bad Wolf is a huge vote of confidence in uncertain times. This commitment to nurturing new talent and investment in quality programming has resulted in a show we are all exceptionally proud of. Bad Wolf cannot wait to get everyone back to Wolf Studios Wales to take Industry to even greater heights.”
Creative team
Mickey Down and Konrad Kay serve as writers, executive producers, and directors for the series. Jane Tranter executive produces along with Kate Crowther and Ryan Rasmussen for Bad Wolf and Rebecca Ferguson for BBC. Isabella Eklöf and Zoé Wittock also direct. Kathleen McCaffrey of Little Gems will be joining as executive producer for the new season. The series is a Bad Wolf Production for HBO/BBC.
Upcoming episodes
Episodes seven and eight of the third season of Industry will be available to stream on Max at the usual 9 p.m. ET on Sunday, September 22 and September 29. However, on HBO proper, the episodes will air at 10 p.m., immediately following the new DC miniseries The Penguin.
For those who haven’t yet experienced the thrilling world of Industry, now is the perfect time to catch up. You can watch the trailer for the series here.
Industry continues to push the boundaries of workplace dramas, offering a raw and unfiltered look at the cutthroat world of finance. With its renewal for a fourth season, fans can look forward to even more intense drama, complex characters, and high-stakes scenarios. Whether you’re a long-time viewer or new to the series, Industry promises to deliver compelling storytelling and unforgettable performances.