Will Netflix move forward with Ricky Gervais, the black comedy series follows a suicidal man who attempts to live without pain by re-assessing his daily perspectives. After Life season 2 released in April 2020.

During After Life season 2 on Netflix, Tony Johnson (Gervais) reflects about his late wife Lisa (Kerry Godliman) and pursues a romantic relationship with a nurse named Emma (Ashley Jensen). Meanwhile, journalists at the Tambury Gazette grapple with their own personal issues, all the while expressing their emotional for Tony, a colleague. But when Tony's father Ray (David Bradley) es away, he's forced to confront various unresolved issues that concern his family and friends. After Life season 2 was written and directed entirely by Gervais.

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In the After Life season 2 finale, Tony urges Emma to embrace a "Groundhog Day" lifestyle. Unfortunately for him, the nurse doesn't seem thrilled about doing the same ol' thing day after day. Here's what to expect for After Life season 3 on Netflix.

After Life Season 3 Renewal

Ricky Gervais in After Life Season 2 on Netflix

Netflix hasn't officially ordered After Life season 3. In general, the streaming service typically analyzes data for three to six weeks after new seasons release. Since After Life season 2 released on April 24, 2020 and has received mostly positive reviews, expect Netflix to greenlight After Life season 3 by early June.

After Life Season 3 Release Date

Ricky Gervais in After Life Season 2 on Netflix

If Netflix orders After Life season 3 before June 2020, production for six new episodes will begin later in 2020, or whenever the industry as a whole decides that it's safe to resume operations due to COVID-19. Based on Netflix's history of releasing After Life in March (Season 1) and April (Season 2), it seems probable that new episodes will release in April 2021. It's likely that After Life season 3 will release on Friday, April 23, 2021.

After Life Season 3 Story

Ricky Gervais in After Life Season 2 on Netflix

The After Life season 2 finale on Netflix shows Tony itting his faults, and delivering a poignant eulogy at his father's funeral. Tony publicly expresses gratitude to Emma, and seems to accept life for what it is, rather than what he wants it to be. Still, he tries to re-ignite a romance with Emma during a private moment, and once again has to accept the painful truth. At home, Tony breaks down while watching a video of Lisa, and nearly swallows a bottle of sleeping pills. But a knock at the door changes everything. Emma arrives and states, "I'll take Groundhog Day."

In After Life season 3, Tony will need to sort out his true feelings for Emma. Does he genuinely want a romantic relationship, or does he need someone for emotional ? As for Emma, she'll have to figure out if she can handle the co-dependent nature of her current relationship with Tony. Meaning, he'll need to uplift himself first before their romance can take off. So, expect Tony to re-discover himself in After Life season 3 on Netflix, whether it's at work or though a new business pursuit.

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