Icelandic hit mystery thriller series “Trapped” created by Baltasar Kormákur was picked by Netflix and is all set to air its third season sometime soon.
Series creator Kormákur states: “It is a great honour that Netflix wanted to take on the next chapter in the Trapped saga. Trapped is the most successful TV series in Iceland’s history and I am in no doubt that relaunching it as Entrapped with Netflix around the world will take it even further. The show will keep on tackling crimes in Iceland through its unique setting, bringing stories of our beloved main characters and their search for justice in a country deeply rooted in its traditions.”
“Trapped has gripped viewers across the globe and has shown that great stories can come from anywhere,” added Lina Bronéus, Director of Co-Productions and Acquisitions Netflix Northern Europe. “We are thrilled to partner with Baltasar Kormákur and RVK studios again to co-produce a new season and give fans across the world the chance to dive back into the compelling world of Andri and Hinrika.”
The third season titled as “Entrapped” is penned by Clive Bradley, alongside Rannveig Jónsdóttir, Davíð Már Stefánsson and Sigurjón Kjartansson. It is beinh produced by RVK Studios and co-produced by the Icelandic Broadcasting Service RÚV and ZDF Germany. The project proceeds with Kormákur’s connection with Netflix, with the director who already helmed the series “Katla” for the giant streamer. Here’s what you need to know about season 3 of Trapped.
Trapped Season 3 Netflix’s Release Date
As of August 2022, the exact release day for the 3rd season of Trapped has yet to be announced by the show makers. However, reliable sources like Wikipedia and many others have claimed that the third season is already out. Fans are confused as they could not find the new season on Netflix although it was reported to have been released it looks like further announcements are still yet to be provided.
Back when filming for the season began, the Pandemic greatly affected the production process but managed to complete filming on time. Although we do not know the exact release date, it is indicated that the anticipated third series is scheduled to be released sometime in 2021 on Netflix.
The Cast of Trapped Season 3: Who Will Return?
The cast members expected to return in season 3 of Trapped includes:
- Ólafur Darri Ólafsson in the role of Andri Ólafsson
- Ilmur Kristjánsdóttir will reprise his role as Hinrika Kristjánsdóttir
- Aron Mar Olafsson will be back as Vikingur
- Steinn Armann Magnusson in the character of Ketill
- Stormur Jon Kormakur Baltasarsson will play Aron
- Thomas Bo Larsen in the role of Danish Leader
- Auðunn Lúthersson will play the role of Ivar
- Gunnar will be played by Haraldur Stefánsson
- Oddur will be portrayed by Egill Ólafsson
Trapped Season 3 Plot: What to Expect?
The official synopsis of Trapped Season 3 states:
“Picking up two years after the second season, police duo Andri and Hinrika get drawn into a war in the remote highlands, where two rival groups fight over specific pieces of land, but for very different reasons.”
