HBO’s True Detective is one of the most gripping crime drama’s of the 21st century, earning widespread acclaim from audiences and critics alike. It first graced our screens almost ten years ago, with Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson delivering an unforgettable performance in the first season. However, despite its popularity, the TV series is not in a hurry when it comes to releasing new content. The agonizingly long wait between seasons has become a trademark of the show, and fans have been eagerly waiting for its latest instalment.
Finally, after four years since the third season, we have some exciting news. The fourth season titled True Detective: Night Country, will star Jodie Foster and Kali Reis, and this time it’s set in Alaska (but was filmed in Iceland). The new tale follows detectives Liz Danvers (Foster) and Evangeline Navarro (Reis) as they investigate the disappearance of six men from a research station. The supporting cast includes Christopher Eccleston (Doctor Who), John Hawkes (The Sessions), and Fiona Shaw (Killing Eve). Behind the scenes, Barry Jenkins is executive producing, with horror movie director Issa Lopez writing the pilot episode and directing.
The first look of the new season has been released, giving fans a glimpse of Jodie Foster in the frozen wilds of Alaska. The photo, posted on the True Detective Twitter account, shows Foster and Reis standing in a snowy environment, shrouded in darkness, staring out into the distance. The caption reads, “The darkness of the Arctic falls heavy upon Night Country. The new season of the HBO Original True Detective, starring Jodie Foster and Kali Reis, is coming soon.”
Jodie Foster, who started her career as a child actor in Freaky Friday, has had a successful career in movies, including the iconic thriller Silence of the Lambs. Her role as Liz Danvers in True Detective is set to mark her first regular TV role since 1974 when she starred in Paper Moon. In her latest role, she will be playing a cop investigating the mysterious disappearances of six people. Fingers crossed, it’s not Hannibal Lecter…
The show’s talented directors have become a hallmark of the series. Cary Joji Fukunaga directed the first season, followed by Justin Lin and then Jeremy Saulnier (known for the cult horror movie Green Room). The fourth season is being led by Mexican director Issa Lopez, whose horror film Tigers Are Not Afraid was highly acclaimed by critics.
The synopsis for the upcoming season hints at a dark and haunting story. “When the long winter night falls in Ennis, Alaska, the six men that operate the Tsalal Arctic Research Station vanish without a trace,” it reads. “To solve the case, Detectives Liz Danvers and Evangeline Navarro will have to confront the darkness they carry in themselves and dig into the haunting truths that lie buried under the eternal ice.”
While the first season of True Detective, featuring Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson, received critical acclaim, the second season starring Colin Farrell, Vince Vaughn, and Rachel McAdams, was met with a mixed reception. However, the show’s third season, led by Mahershala Ali, fared better than the second in terms of reviews but failed to attract the same number of viewers as the previous two seasons. Nevertheless, the faithful fan base of True Detective remains devoted and eagerly awaits to see whether the fourth season can recapture the glory of its past.
Ahead of the Season 4 premiere (rumoured to be announced soon), viewers can catch up on Seasons 1-3 of True Detective, available to stream on BINGE.
