'Dickinson' Season 3: 5 things to know about Apple TV+ coming-of-age series

'Dickinson' is returning for a third and last season with Hailee Steinfeld reprising the role of the young poet trying to heal people
UPDATED NOV 2, 2021
The official poster of 'Dickinson' Season 3 (Apple TV+)
The official poster of 'Dickinson' Season 3 (Apple TV+)

It’s always hard to say goodbye to extraordinary things and it comes as no surprise that fans are not ready for their favorite TV show, ‘Dickinson’, to end with Season 3. The first two seasons of the Apple TV+ show garnered positive reviews and most of the critics hailed it as one of the most innovative shows on television right now.

‘Dickinson’ has taken Apple TV+ to a whole new level. The acclaim from viewers puts the series into the list of elite shows like ‘Ted Lasso’, ‘See’ and ‘Home Before Dark’, which have already been deemed blockbuster hits by the fans. So, the makers will be hoping to give ‘Dickinson’ a good farewell by an amazing last season.

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The show revolves around a young and a rebellious poet Emily Dickinson (Hailee Steinfeld) who has her own perspective on society, gender and family. Set in the 19th century, ‘Dickinson’ sees a young girl breaking the stereotypes and living on her own terms. This coming-of-age story stunned the young generation and gave them a new hero. Let’s hope, Emily inspires the millennial generation this time around as well.

Here’s everything we know about the show’s third and final season.

Hailee Steinfeld as Emily Dickinson in 'Dickinson' Season 3 (Apple TV+)

When does ‘Dickinson’ Season 3 release and where can you watch it

Season 3 of ‘Dickinson’ will be premiering on Apple TV+ with three episodes on November 5. You can live stream the series on Apple TV+. Watch Apple TV+ on the Apple TV app, which is already on your Apple devices. Just open the app, click or tap Apple TV+ and enjoy the shows and movies. You can also watch Apple TV+ on streaming platforms, popular smart TVs, and AirPlay-enabled TVs with the Apple TV app — or watch online at tv.apple.com.

What is ‘Dickinson’ Season 3 all about

“In the third season, Emily Dickinson’s (Steinfeld) most productive time as an artist falls amid the raging American Civil War and an equally fierce battle that divides her own family. As Emily tries to heal the divides around her, she wonders if art can keep hope alive and whether the future can be better than the past.”

Who stars in the Apple TV+ coming-of-age comedy series?

The comedy series is led by the fantastic Hailee Steinfeld, who plays the role of Emily Dickinson. Let’s get to know more about her.

Hailee Steinfeld

The American actress has been one of the brightest talents in recent years and has done some really stupendous work. She began her acting career at the age of 10 and appeared in several short movies. Her first major role came at the age of 13 when she was chosen to play the role of Mattie Ross in the movie ‘True Grit’, alongside Jeff Bridges. The actress was nominated for an Oscar in the Best Supporting Actress category. Since then, she has appeared on various high-end ventures such as ‘Begin Again’, ‘Ender’s Game’, ‘The Edge of Seventeen’, ‘Bumblebee’, and ‘Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse’.



 

The rest of the ‘Dickinson’ cast includes Toby Huss as Edward Dickinson, Adrian Blake Enscoe as Austin Dickinson, Anna Baryshnikov as Lavinia “Vinnie” Dickinson, Ella Hunt as Sue Gilbert, Amanda Warren as Betty, and Wiz Khalifa as Death. Meanwhile, Billy Eichner and Sylvia Plath will be seen in Season 3 in guest roles.

Showrunners

The comedy series is created and written by Alena Smith, who is known for writing ‘The Newsroom’ and ‘The Affair’. Apart from Smith and Steinfeld, notable personalities such as Michael Sugar, David Gordon Green, Ashley Zalta, Darlene Hunt, Paul Lee, and Alex Goldstone serve as executive producers on the show.

Trailer

The trailer of Season 3 sees America going into the Civil War and Emily Dickinson trying to think how her writing can still keep hope alive for people. She says, "This is a very dark time. The violence. The suffering — that’s what I want to heal with my poetry." Will Emily be able to heal people with her writings? Season 3 has the answer to that burning question. 



 

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