Netflix has officially renewed the popular teen drama My Life with the Walter Boys for a third season. The announcement was made in May 2025, ahead of the Season 2 premiere in August 2025. Production for Season 3 began in August 2025 and is currently ongoing. The new season is scheduled to premiere on Netflix in 2026.
The series, based on Ali Novak’s Wattpad novel, follows Jackie Howard as she adjusts to life with a large family in Colorado after a personal tragedy. The show has gained a dedicated global fanbase since its debut in December 2023. The early renewal demonstrates Netflix’s strong confidence in the series’ continued success.
Season 3 Production Timeline and Release Window
Filming for Season 3 started on August 6, 2025. The production is taking place in Calgary, Canada, which has been the primary filming location since the first season. The Directors Guild of Canada confirmed that pre-production work began even earlier, on June 6, 2025.
The shoot is planned to last nearly four months, with a tentative wrap date set for December 1, 2025. This efficient timeline suggests that fans will not have to wait as long between seasons as they did between Season 1 and Season 2. Netflix has confirmed that Season 3 will arrive in 2026, with reports suggesting a potential August 2026 release.
Showrunner Melanie Halsall told Tudum, “We’ve got a lot of things to do. I love the teenage stories and what we do with those characters. But I think we have a lot of potential to tell stories that are intergenerational. I’d love to be able to do more of that in Season 3.”
What to Expect in Season 3
Season 2 ended with several major cliffhangers that will shape the story of Season 3. Jackie finally confessed her feelings for Cole, but her current boyfriend, Alex, overheard the conversation. This love triangle is expected to remain a central focus of the show.
The finale also featured a medical emergency involving George Walter, the family patriarch. His fate remains unknown and will likely be a significant plot point at the start of the new season. The show will continue to explore the lives of the entire Walter family, not just the central love story.
Actor Noah LaLonde, who plays Cole, shared his hopes for his character: “It’s just continuously trying to grow and take those hits but get a little stronger from them. I hope he can keep that perspective in mind, and of course, I hope a little bit he gets the girl.”
Returning and New Cast Members
The main cast is expected to return for the third season. This includes Nikki Rodriguez as Jackie, Sarah Rafferty as Katherine, and Marc Blucas as George Walter. The Walter brothers, played by Noah LaLonde (Cole) and Ashby Gentry (Alex), will also be back.
The ensemble cast includes Connor Stanhope (Danny), Johnny Link (Will), Corey Fogelmanis (Nathan), and Jaylan Evans (Skylar). A new actor, Chad Rook, will join the cast in a recurring role for Season 3. He is known for his work in Joe Pickett and Billy the Kid. His character details are being kept secret for now.
Background and Popularity of the Series
My Life with the Walter Boys is based on the novel by Ali Novak, which was first published on Wattpad in 2014. The Netflix adaptation quickly became a hit upon its release in December 2023. The first season spent an impressive eight weeks in Netflix’s Global English Top 10 list. It reached the Top 10 in 88 countries, entering the platform’s “billion-minute club.”
The story follows Jackie Howard, a teenager from New York who moves to rural Colorado after losing her family. She moves in with her mother’s best friend, Katherine Walter, who has ten children of her own. Jackie navigates a new life filled with family chaos and a complicated romantic triangle with two brothers, Alex and Cole.
Author Ali Novak recently wrote a sequel novel, My Return to the Walter Boys. However, the show’s producers have stated the book did not heavily influence the storyline of Season 2.
Behind the Scenes and Future Plans
The series is produced by Sony Pictures Television International Production and iGeneration Studios, the same team behind The Kissing Booth trilogy. Melanie Halsall serves as the showrunner and executive producer. Becky Hartman Edwards also joined as an executive producer for Season 2.
The decision to renew the show for a third season before the second season even premiered is a strong sign of Netflix’s commitment. It indicates that the streamer has seen the upcoming episodes and believes they will continue to resonate with audiences worldwide. The show has been described as a mix of Party of Five and Virgin River.
Fans can currently stream both Season 1 and Season 2 on Netflix. The second season introduced new recurring cast members, including Natalie Sharp, Carson MacCormac, Janet Kidder, Riele Downs, and Jake Manley. These new characters added depth to the world of Silver Falls, Colorado.
The future looks bright for the Walter family. With production moving quickly, fans can expect more drama, romance, and family moments in 2026.
Credits: Deadline, Netflix Tudum, Elle
