Travis Fimmel will return to Queensland for the third season of the smash-hit Stan Original “Black Snow,” as filming commences in Cairns in April.
The six-part mystery-drama produced by Goalpost Pictures sees Fimmel reprise his role as James Cormack to investigate a brand new cold case. George Mason will return as Ritchie Cormack alongside Rose Riley as Jade, with new cast members Lee Tiger Halley (“Boy Swallows Universe”), Caroline Craig (“Anzac Girls”) and Samson Alston (Stan Original “Year Of”).
“A new mystery, a new supporting cast and a new location in Far North Queensland. This time, the cold case is personal when James Cormack’s long lost brother Ritchie (Mason) is about to stand trial for the 1999 murder of his best friend, Liam Knox,” an official synopsis reads.
“Set in tropical far north Queensland, where Liam’s family runs a charter boat business, Cormack will risk everything to solve the toughest cold case of his career.”
Nine Entertainment’s Executive Director, Entertainment Content Commissioning, Michael Healy says: “Following the tremendous success of the first two seasons, we are excited to reunite with Travis Fimmel and the team at Goalpost Pictures on a brand new season of ‘Black Snow.’
“This new season promises another unforgettable, suspenseful mystery, and we’re grateful for the continued support of our valued partners, including Screen Queensland, Screen NSW, All3Media International, and Sundance Now, and look forward to sharing this sensational new season soon.”
Goalpost Pictures’ Executive Producer Rosemary Blight shares: “We are thrilled to be bringing ‘Black Snow’ back to Queensland, this time to the magnificent Far North, with another cold case for James Cormack, played by the incomparable Travis Fimmel, to solve.
“Creator Lucas Taylor and the writing team have crafted an intriguing and moving story, set in Far North Queensland’s stunning landscape, that I know will captivate audiences around the world.”
Screen Queensland CEO Jacqui Feeney says: “We are proud to be continuing our partnership with Stan and Goalpost Pictures to support the third season of Lucas Taylor’s ‘Black Snow.’
“Its continued global success highlights the strong audience appetite for authentic Queensland screen stories and the state’s unique landscapes which are inherent to ‘Black Snow.’ We look forward to hosting the production at Screen Queensland Studios, Cairns and the opportunities this series will bring to the Far North Queensland community.”
Screen NSW Acting Executive Director Karla Lampe adds: “’Black Snow’ will bring extensive opportunities for NSW practitioners, with the series wholly post-produced in Sydney. Screen NSW is thrilled to support Goalpost Pictures bring another season of this gripping, premium series to audiences on Stan.”
The new season of “Black Snow” will be directed by Daniel Nettheim (Stan Original “The Assassin”), Christiaan Van Vuuren (“Top End Bub”) and Fimmel.
Goalpost Pictures’ executive producers Rosemary Blight (“Black Snow”), Kylie du Fresne (“The Invisible Man”) and Ben Grant (“Top End Bub”) return to the series, alongside executive producers Fimmel and Lucas Taylor (“Black Snow”) who also serves as series creator.
The new season of “Black Snow” is currently in production. Stream every episode of seasons one and two now, only on Stan.