Ozark season 4 is in production, though we’re still not sure when the next set of episodes will land on Netflix. The fourth installment of the crime drama series will be divided into two parts. In June 2020, Netflix announced that the fourth season would be the last and final season of the Ozark series. It’s still unknown about the status of the fourth season and its official release of all the episodes, but of course, Covid-19 has been the main reason for some delays. However, the good news is, filming has begun– and there’s a lot of information and speculation swirling about what to expect from the series’ final season.
Ozark season 4: Relase date
Netflix has given the green light that the series will return for another season which is also the last season. It will have 14-episodes, split into two parts.
According to Variety on a hate with showrunner Chris Mundy, he told, “We’re so happy Netflix recognised the importance of giving Ozark more time to end the Byrdes’ saga right, it’s been such a great adventure for all of us — both on screen and off — so we’re thrilled to get the chance to bring it home in the most fulfilling way possible.”
Star Jason Bateman added: “A super-sized season means super-sized problems for the Byrdes. I’m excited to end with a bang(s).”
As of now, the exact release date for the upcoming season has not been announced yet.
Ozark season 4 cast: Who will return for the upcoming season?
The stars of the series who are expected to return for Ozark season 4 are Laura Linney (as Wendy Byrde), Jason Bateman (as Martin “Marty” Byrde), Sofia Hublitz (as Charlotte Byrde), Skylar Gaertner (as Jonah Byrde), Charlie Tahan (as Wyatt Langmore), Julia Garner (as Ruth Langmore), Carson Holmes (as Three Langmore), Lisa Emery (as Darlene Snell), and Jessica Frances Dukes (as Maya Miller).
Damian Young and Felix Solis who have been promoted to the highest paid stars of the series will also return and reprise their respective roles as Jim Rattelsdorf and Omar Navarro.
We’re also expected to see some new faces in the fourth season of Ozark including the likes of Adam Rothenberg (as Mel Sattem), CC Castillo (as Sheriff Leigh Guerrero), Katrina Lenk (as Clare Shaw), Veronica Falcón (as Camila), Bruce Davison (as Randall Schafer), and Ali Stroker (as Charles-Ann).
Ozark season 4 plot
Plot details are scarce as the show makers have not revealed any. But it’s easy to make guesses about what might actually happen in Ozark season 4. One thing is for sure that Ruth will likely do something unimaginable after Wendy allowed Ben to be killed. Ruth has now switched to Darlene’s team, which means there’s trouble coming for the Byrdes.
The official synopsis for season 4 reads: “The new season will mark the final chapter in the Byrde family’s journey from suburban Chicago life to their criminal enterprise in the Ozarks.”
Jason Bateman has teased us about what to expect on season 4: “A supersized season means super sized problems for the Byrdes. I’m excited to end with a bang(s).” He’s also revealed that he knows the series’ ending, telling Indie Wire: “I do know where everything is going to end… I was interested in the big question [Chris Mundy, showrunner] has the opportunity to answer: Are they going to get away with it, or are they going to pay a bill? What does he want to message to the audience about the consequences of what the Byrdes have done – or lack thereof?” He again added: “We had some great conversations about that, and he’s got really good ideas about that. Specifically, what kind of happens at the end of the last episode: I know, and it’s great.”
Chris Mundy, Ozark’s showrunner (via Entertainment Weekly) said, “Well, if we’re lucky enough to get a season 4, I think it will be about whether or not Ruth really can create something of her own that she wants and is sustainable, or if she wants something else. And I think it will be about if the Byrdes can turn the biggest mistake of their lives into this huge advantage, and how much will karma catch up with them if they do?”
What do you think is going to happen? For sure, we’re expecting more drama in the upcoming season of Ozark.
UPDATES-24/09/21— Your favourite show Ozark Season 4 filming has wrapped. Stars were seen celebrating their last day as they finished filming.
And It’s a Wrap!
Ozark Season 4 has officially finished filming although the release date is yet to be announced since season 4 has two parts with 8 episodes on each part, we’re expecting the first part to arrive in early 2022.
Before the fourth season was even announced, Jason Bateman revealed quite some fascinating details about the production for season 4 during a chat with Collider. He said that each episode of season 4 takes about eleven days to film, with two weeks of preparation time in advance.
Netflix will drop some details about the upcoming season of Ozark and share the first look at the final outing for the series at TUDUM on September 25, 2021. For those who don’t know what TUDUM is, it’s a Netflix fan event to share updates, trailers and much more on your favourite shows and films exclusively. Among the list of many shows on TUDUM, Ozark is included on the list so maybe they’ll finally announce the release date? We hope so.
Well, if we look at it, Ozark Season 4 will likely arrive in early 2022 pointing at the fact that in most cases we have to wait for about six months to complete production and until the new season on the streamer shows is launched. Coming back to Ozark season 4, it’s possible that the first part won’t be released until April or May of next year.