The fate of the hit Hulu drama Tell Me Lies has been a whirlwind of emotions for its dedicated fanbase. Just as viewers were bracing themselves for the series finale, which aired on February 17, 2026, a new question has emerged: will the story continue in a different form? While creator Meaghan Oppenheimer confirmed that the original series has reached its natural end, the president of Disney Television Group, Craig Erwich, has now revealed that conversations are actively happening about expanding the Tell Me Lies universe with a potential spin-off featuring an entirely new set of characters.
This news comes as a bittersweet consolation for fans who have been campaigning for a Season 4 renewal, only to learn that the showrunner intentionally concluded the story of Lucy Albright and Stephen DeMarco after three seasons. Erwich’s recent comments offer a glimpse into a possible future for the franchise, separate from the toxic on-and-off romance that defined the original show.
What Disney Television Group President Craig Erwich Said About a Potential Spin-Off
In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Craig Erwich confirmed that the idea of continuing the Tell Me Lies narrative is very much on the table at the network. He disclosed that internal discussions have already taken place regarding what a new iteration of the show could look like. The key difference, however, is that it would likely move away from the characters viewers have come to know over the past three seasons.
Erwich shared that creator Meaghan Oppenheimer is very much a part of these conversations and has some preliminary concepts in mind. He emphasized the network’s desire to continue their working relationship with her, praising her unique talent for writing complex interpersonal dynamics.
“Yes, we’ve definitely discussed what another Tell Me Lies might look like with a new set of characters,” Erwich told THR. “Meaghan has some initial notions, but she also has an original take on family dynamics that’s a completely new series. We’re excited to work with Meaghan again. I think she’s incredibly talented at telling stories about complicated relationships.”
This statement clarifies that while the door is open for a spin-off, Oppenheimer is also developing other original content for Disney, meaning the future of the Tell Me Lies franchise is just one of several exciting projects on her horizon.
Meaghan Oppenheimer Confirms the Original Series Has Ended
The discussion of a spin-off comes on the heels of Oppenheimer’s announcement that Tell Me Lies would not return for a fourth season. Just hours before the final episode aired, the showrunner took to social media to explain her decision. She revealed that the Season 3 finale was always the intended ending for the series, a conclusion she and her writing team had mapped out from the beginning.
Despite the show’s growing popularity and a passionate fanbase hoping for more, Oppenheimer felt strongly that extending the story further would risk compromising the quality of the show. She explained that after the characters graduate from college and scatter across different cities, there were fewer organic threads left to weave a compelling new season.
In an interview with Deadline, she elaborated on the creative choice, stating that three seasons felt like the “perfect amount.” She noted that to continue, the show would have to be “completely re-imagined,” as the original framing device had run its course. This reasoning aligns perfectly with the spin-off concept, suggesting that a fresh start with new faces might be the most authentic way to keep the spirit of the show alive.
The Cast Shares Their Own Spin-Off Ideas
Even before the executive comments surfaced, the cast of Tell Me Lies was already dreaming up potential directions for a follow-up series. In an exclusive interview with Us Weekly just before the finale, stars Grace Van Patten (Lucy), Jackson White (Stephen), and others playfully pitched their own concepts for where the story could go next.
While Jackson White humorously suggested a show focused on his character’s mother, Norah (played by Katey Sagal), other cast members had more concrete ideas tied to their characters. Cat Missal (Bree) and Spencer House (Wrigley) endorsed the idea of a spin-off centered around the “next toxic love triangle” that emerged in the final season involving their characters. Meanwhile, Sonia Mena (Pippa) and Alicia Crowder (Diana) expressed interest in exploring their characters’ lives after college, with Crowder suggesting a look at Diana’s time in law school.
These playful ideas from the cast show that the world of Tell Me Lies is rich with possibilities, even if the core cast doesn’t return as leads.
What a ‘Tell Me Lies’ Spin-Off Could Look Like
Based on Craig Erwich’s comments and Meaghan Oppenheimer’s own reasoning for ending the original show, a spin-off could take the core theme—the examination of a toxic, consuming relationship and its fallout on a friend group—and transplant it into a new setting. The original series, based on Carola Lovering’s novel, was anchored by the college experience. A new version could explore similar dynamics in a workplace, a new city, or within a different circle of friends.
Oppenheimer’s ability to craft stories about “complicated relationships,” as Erwich noted, is the key ingredient. A spin-off wouldn’t need Lucy and Stephen to succeed; it would need a new pair (or group) whose chemistry is just as volatile and captivating.
The finale itself left some threads untied regarding secondary characters, which could also be fertile ground. However, given the emphasis on a “new set of characters,” it seems more likely that any spin-off would be a fresh start, perhaps even set in the same universe but years later, or in a completely different location, following a new ensemble dealing with their own messy secrets and betrayals.
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How to Watch the Tell Me Lies Series Finale
All episodes of Tell Me Lies, including the series finale which aired on February 17, 2026, are currently available for streaming.
Viewers in the United States can watch the show on Hulu. For audiences in the United Kingdom, the series is available on Disney+. In other regions like Canada, Australia, and India, the show is also accessible via Disney+ or local Hulu streaming partnerships through platforms like Disney+ Hotstar. The entire three-season run is available for binge-watching, allowing new viewers to experience the entire story from start to finish.
The finale, with a runtime of 1 hour and 8 minutes, brings the story of Lucy and Stephen to a definitive close, providing the intentional ending Oppenheimer always envisioned.
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