Lithuanian OTT Platform Telia Play has acquired the rights for a third season of the format Hunting Season, Talpa Studios announced today. This third season will be produced again by Talpa's Lithuanian partner Elitaz. It will air in 2024.

Vitalija Kibilide, Head of TV Business at Telia Play, commented: “Following the success of seasons one and two, we anticipate a triumphant season three for Hunting Season. This show played a crucial role in Telia Play's standalone OTT solution launch. The impressive engagement from the first two seasons motivated us to continue. We're thankful for Elitaz's exceptional efforts, crafting unexpected twists in the third season that will captivate our audience.”

Gediminas Jaunius, founder of Elitaz, added: “My team has become deeply engrossed in this format, despite the numerous challenges it presents. These challenges affect not only the participants of the hunting game but also the crew members who need to work diligently during the chase. We've observed Lithuania's strong affection for Hunting Season, with many individuals enthusiastically assisting well-known fugitives. With an intriguing cast of surprising hunters and the addition of new celebrities, the third season promises to be even more captivating and appealing.”

Sebastian van Barneveld, Director of International Distribution at Talpa Studios, concluded: “We are thrilled to see that this fast-paced hunt has already captured so many hearts. It's great to witness the continued success of Hunting Season, which has already made its mark in five international markets following its achievements in the Netherlands.”