HBO renewed 'The Gilded Age' for season 4 ahead of finale

HBO has officially renewed The Gilded Age for a fourth season, even before the season 3 finale airs. The announcement, made weeks ahead of the August 10 finale, signals the network’s confidence in the series’ growing viewership and storyline momentum.

Executives praised the show for its compelling portrayal of 1880s New York high society, with one calling it a "can’t-miss entertainment experience". As viewers watched Bertha Russell claw her way up the social ladder this season, it became increasingly clear that her ambitions are far from fulfilled. Her calculated schemes and relentless pursuit of status have made her a standout character in an already lavish ensemble.

Season 3 has seen Bertha target a new cultural achievement that would secure the Russells’ place at the top of the elite. Meanwhile, George Russell has risked his fortune on an industrial gamble, positioning himself as a visionary, or a cautionary tale. Elsewhere, chaos reigns in the Brook household, where Agnes’s disdain for Ada’s newfound social standing continues to stir conflict. Peggy, finding herself entangled in both professional and personal dilemmas, has added emotional depth to the season.

The show’s recent plot twists, including one particularly tragic moment involving a major character, have stunned fans and kept online discussions lively. While producers have defended the decision, calling it necessary for character evolution, speculation is already swirling over how it will impact the dynamics moving forward.

With the renewal, viewers can expect even more grandeur, betrayal and ambition. Casting additions this season included Phylicia Rashad and Merritt Wever, further elevating the series’ prestige.

Season 4 doesn’t have a release date yet, but anticipation is building. HBO seems to be betting that Bertha Russell’s reign over New York high society is only just beginning.