While Absentia season 3 was not yet officially renewed by Amazon, previous reports confirm that a new installment will happen. There's already news about casting a new face and production has reportedly started as well.
Despite lack of confirmation about the series' renewal status, lead star Stana Katic previously teased fans the third season is officially happening. In her post on Instagram, the actress shared a photo featuring a board with "Absentia Season 3," and she put a hashtag in her caption: #WritersRoom.
While Amazon hasn't addressed the renewal status of the third installment during the TCA Summer Press Tour, several reports have been confirming the arrival of the show at some point. There are probably on-going discussions and planning the right time to announce it, later on, making fans more excited.
It feels like the renewal announcement is just a formality, as it's already clear the third season is happening. Amazon is likely waiting filming of new episodes before making an official announcement so it could highlight Katic and other cast members on set.
Filming will reportedly begin later this year in Bulgaria, yet the official dates and timelines aren't officially disclosed. But when Absentia season 3 premieres, viewers might be introduced in a new era. The new installment might kick off with the characters being in a new place, though Emily (Katic) is still doing the FBI request and demand.
Reports also claim Matthew Le Nevez, who portrays FBI Special Agent Cal Isaac, will be more apparent in the upcoming season. He will reportedly be much reliant on Emily, which would eventually dig deeper with his personal life. The relationship between these two characters is speculated to be further explored in the new season.
Meanwhile, viewers will be seeing a new face when Absentia season 3 arrives. It was previously announced that Ross O'Hennessy will be joining the series and will play the role of Macleod. This news was confirmed by the actor's management via Twitter, revealing he's the new addition in the show.
There were no further details about O'Hennessy's role and if he'll be a friend or enemy. Additionally, it's also unclear whether he'll be a series regular or will have a recurring role. O'Hennessy already appeared in HBO's hit Game of Thrones, playing the role of Lord of Bones. He also made an appearance in other shows like Da Vinci's Demons and The Bastard Executioner.
