The Gilded Age will be one of HBO’s most highly-anticipated period dramas. It beautifully depicts the opulence of 1880’s New York City high society as old money families and new industrialists compete against one another for power. Audiences can’t wait for Season 4 to unfold, where they will witness the opulence, excitement, challenges, and changing relationships of the people involved in their respective journeys, all set against the backdrop of the time’s excesses and the dramatic events that have transpired throughout Season 3 (2025).

The Gilded Age, an English drama series created by Julian Fellowes, will return for season four. HBO made this announcement shortly before Season 3’s finale aired in July 2025 due to a rise in both viewership and critical acclaim towards the show.

It has been officially confirmed that the Gilded Age has been renewed by HBO for a second season in July 2025. Production is currently taking place.

Filming of season four was originally scheduled to start on February 23, 2026, in New York, but was delayed by a snowstorm. Early March 2026 saw filming resuming again.

There has not yet been an announced premiere date.

HBO included The Gilded Age in its promotional material for the programming schedule of 2026, which also included titles such as House of the Dragon and Euphoria, signifying a return of the series at some point in 2026.

There appear to be 18-month gaps or thereabouts between the season being completed and being aired, largely due to the impact of strikes on the film industry. Therefore, both late 2026 or early 2027 appear to be realistic possibilities, but updates currently suggest that the goal is still 2026.

The Gilded Age Season 4 Cast details

Several major cast members are expected to return, including:

• Carrie Coon as Bertha Russell


• Morgan Spector as George Russell


• Taissa Farmiga as Gladys Russell


• Harry Richardson as Larry Russell


• Christine Baranski as Agnes van Rhijn


• Cynthia Nixon as Ada Brook


• Louisa Jacobson as Marian Brook


• Denée Benton as Peggy Scott


• Audra McDonald as Dorothy Scott


• Blake Ritson as Oscar van Rhijn

Promotions and new additions

Several actors have been promoted to series regulars for the new season:

• Kelley Curran as Enid “Turner” Winterton


• Jordan Flowerpot as Dr. William Kirkland


• Ashlie Atkinson as Mamie Fish

New cast additions joining the ensemble include:

• Jim Gaffigan as Grover Cleveland


• Dallas Roberts as Daniel Manning


• Elizabeth Marvel


• Andrew Burnap

Earlier casting announcements also included Alexander Ludwig and Also Michalka.

Blending historical figures with fictional characters, The Gilded Age continues to expand its ensemble as it explores the social battles, ambitions, and shifting alliances of 1880s New York high society.

The Gilded Age Season 4 Story

The official synopsis for Season 4 of HBO’s New York franchise states that Bertha Russell changed the ways of Society, but she has done so at some cost to her family. All that she has built must now be examined and reconciled by her family and the newfound dynasty of Agnes van Rhijn, who will do anything necessary to regain her position of strength. At the same time, Marian is redefining her future, and Peggy is attempting to navigate the relationship with her future in-laws. As we move into an era of change, one should also be cautious of what one wishes for.

The new season will look at the ramifications of Bertha Russell’s bold actions in Season 3, including changing power relationships among the elite within New York Society and the altered journeys of Marian and Peggy.