Season 4 of “The White Lotus” heads to France with new additions to cast

HBO is continuing to grow the ensemble for Season 4 of “The White Lotus,” adding five more familiar faces to the mix. Max Greenfield, Kumail Nanjiani, Chloe Bennet, Charlie Hall, and Jarrad Paul are all set to appear in recurring roles, though details about their characters are being kept tightly under wraps.

Deadline was first to report the casting news.

HBO Max posted on social media: writing “More arrivals await.Chloe Bennet, Max Greenfield, Charlie Hall, Kumail Nanjiani, and Jarrad Paul join season 4 of #TheWhiteLotus.”

They join an already packed lineup that includes Helena Bonham Carter, Sandra Bernhard, Vincent Cassel, Steve Coogan, Chris Messina, Alexander Ludwig, AJ Michalka, Marissa Long, and others. As with past seasons, the story will center on a fresh group of guests and staff at a luxury resort, with events unfolding over the course of a week.

This time, the acclaimed series will shift its setting to France, with scenes planned for Paris and several destinations along the French Riviera. Creator Mike White returns as writer, director, and executive producer, alongside David Bernad and Mark Kamine.

Production is expected to begin later this year. Since its debut in 2021, “The White Lotus” has become one of HBO’s biggest successes, earning widespread acclaim and a total of 68 Emmy nominations, including 16 wins. The show also secured consecutive acting victories for Jennifer Coolidge in its first two seasons.

While specific storylines for Season 4 remain a mystery, anticipation is high following the show’s strong awards presence in recent years. With a new European backdrop and another high-profile cast, the next chapter promises more of the sharp, character-driven drama that has made the series a standout.

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