The Diplomat Season 3: Trailer Reveals Shocking Twists and Rising Power Struggles

Netflix’s The Diplomat Season 3 arrives Oct 16 with shocking twists, power struggles, and betrayals. Kate Wyler rises as VP while Grace Penn faces scandals.

Published: September 24, 2025, 10:08 am

The highly praised Netflix’s political drama The Diplomat is releasing Season 3 on 16th October which creates a hype among viewers. Its trailer is hinting at a more dramatic storyline with suspense, action, and twists. While Season 2 ends with a tragic event, the opening of Season 3 will be a battlefield which leaves Kate Wyler on a hang–confront or run. From the Diplomat to Vice President means more power with more moral duties for Kate. Meanwhile her trust may break from her husband. The strongest bond, which seems to be unbreakable, is now hanging on the stake. 

 A Sudden Power Shift at the White House: Grace Penn Takes the Throne

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The Diplomat Season 2 ends with President Rayburn’s shocking death, the gap filled by Former Vice President Grace Penn (Allison Janney) as shown in Season 3 trailer. It’s almost predictable after the Rayburn death that Grace would hold the top job. The trailer captures her taking charge with confidence. Yet, controversy is looming over her decisions.

Kate Wyler’s Reluctant Rise to Vice President

As TVGuide says, From the previous seasons, Kate (Keri Russell) ambition is never to become a politician but handled every job very smoothly and honestly that pushed her more towards higher position. In season 3 she’s now become a Vice President. That inner tug-of-war shapes her story—torn between personal values and political duty.

Hal’s Manipulation Meets Grace’s Flawed Presidency

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The Variety suggests, Hal Wyler (Rufus Sewell), Kate’s husband played a crucial part in the death of Rayburn as he spilled the beans about Penn’s role in that fake British ship attack. That causes Rayburn’s fatal collapse. Now, he seems no longer a bystander of Kate as he now quietly pushes Kate for VP seat which shows mix raw drive with hints of disloyalty

In the trailer, Kate straight-up labels Grace Penn “a terribly flawed woman who is now the President” in the trailer. This epic scene emphasises the more dramatic suspense for the series that drives the audience crazy. The unhinged political drama throwing hints of showcasing sharp attacks, likely scandals, and a presidency that could collapse under its own weight.

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New Characters Shaking Up the White House Drama

Deadline covers Todd Penn (Bradley Whitford), entering in the Diplomat season 3 as Grace Penn’s husband, but his intentions as the First Gentleman—likely to influence the new administration quietly from the shadows.

Nana Mensah plays the role of Billie Appiah  who manages the chaos inside the white house as Chief of Staff.

A mysterious newcomer played by Aidan Turner appears at diplomatic events, and seems interested in building up some strategic and romantic ties with Kate. 

Explosive Secrets That Could Trigger Global Fallout

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Spoilers Alert! 

The Hollywood Reporter says that Grace Penn’s secret of orchestrating a fake attack on the British warship may leak. And if it gets out, it could spark a major diplomatic mess between the US and UK. Meanwhile, British Foreign Secretary Austin Dennison became suspicious of Prime Minister Nicol Trowbridge for hiding key details for the attack. If he finds out and clear his suspicion then it will be a huge problem for all the political leaders.

The sudden death of the President created a mess inside the government ministries, a new leader is now in power. The tension rising over rules and regulation, who takes the seat, and  the fragile balance of power are still the issues that’s hard to resolve.

What Conflicts Will Dominate Season 3

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Conflicts between Kate and Herself is the real struggle showcasing the character thriving on power, pointing her life towards a political figure means fighting against what’s right is killing her from inside. The question raises will Kate happen to manage the power in righteous way? This question excites most of the viewers. 

Kate vs. Grace Penn is the most brutal rivalry which becomes the central plot of season 3. The tension is rising as Kate eyes a VP spot under a president she can’t stand. 

Marital Power Games – Hal’s ambition for pushing Kate towards the VP position may affect his relationship with Kate and creating cracks in their marriage.

U.S.–U.K. Diplomatic TensionsThat fake scandal could wreck the bond across the ocean, with Dennison and Trowbridge locked in their own secretive agendas.

White House Intrigue – New players like Todd Penn and Billie Appiah are still low profile big suspense characters who could either steady Grace’s term. Or they could crash it from the inside.

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Outlander Star Rosie Day Directing One Hundred and Fifty-Two Days with The Night Manager star Alistair Petrie

Outlander star Rosie Day makes her powerful directorial debut in One Hundred and Fifty-Two Days with Alistair Petrie and Roman Griffin-Davis. Full details here.

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Published: February 17, 2026, 1:01 pm
Outlander Star Rosie Day

Outlander Star Rosie Day is making her directorial debut with One Hundred and Fifty-Two Days, a powerful British cinema project. There’s a particular kind of enchantment that takes place when an actor who has been poked and prodded and told what to do for most of their life steps behind the camera. They don’t just make a movie, they curate a performance. British cinema, 2026 appears to be staking out the title of year of the actor-auteur. First up was Outlander Star Rosie Day. If you don’t know her by that name, then you will know her as the tough Mary Hawkins in Outlander or the quietly brutal lead in The Seasoning House. 

But now, Outlander Star Rosie Day is swapping the corset for the director’s monitor to make her feature directorial debut with One Hundred and Fifty-Two Days – it seems less a debut and more a manifesto. Starring powerhouse talent such as Alistair Petrie (The Night Manager), Roman Griffin-Davis (Jojo Rabbit), and Alice Lowe (Timestalker) this isn’t just another indie drama — it’s a “a sucker punch to the heart.” 

Rosie Day Evolution From “Teenage Armageddon” to the Director’s Chair

Outlander Star Rosie Day career has been shaped by parts that require her to be emotionally and physically tough. Mary Hawkins in Starz’s Outlander Star Rosie Day, which made her deal with complex trauma, sexual assault and historical repression. Likewise, The Seasoning House (her starring role) allowed Gara to express deep emotions with very little verbal exchange. 

Outlander Star Rosie Day directorial debut film

Outlander Star Rosie Day has never been afraid to explore the darker corners of human life. Acting, writing her hit book Instructions for a Teenage Armageddon – her goal has always been to “give the microphone back” to young people.

Rosie Day’s Vision

Statement on the production Day described the visceral impact of the script: 

“One Hundred and Fifty Two Days is a deeply moving and powerful piece, with its hilarious moments perfectly balanced by tears. There’s a rarely seen screenplay that makes you experience so many feelings and turns that I can tell you this is a very moving experience.” 

That quote is indicative of the film’s tone. This is not to imply that Day is turning out a grim melodrama. “Laughing” could indicate she’s embracing the absurdity of grief—strange encounters along the way, the dark comedy of hospitals and, yes, the grandmother figure. She added further about her excitement to ensemble:

“It’s going to be an amazing ride to watch, and I can’t wait to see where it goes!”

The Author’s “Deeply Personal” Adaptation

An otherwise undisclosed member of the writing duo, Giles Paley-Phillips (involved from the outset) has co-written the screenplay. He has spoken of the journey as being:

“I’m so grateful to be on this amazing journey working with such an incredible team and creative minds to tell this story. This is really rewarding on a personal level, and I’m very lucky to be doing it.” 

The “personal” nature of this may be that it is autobiographical to some extent: Paley-Phillips has openly talked about losing his mother and how grief has influenced his life and his work. When a writer films their own story, especially one involving personal trauma, there is usually greater truth to the emotional story. 

The pairing with Elizabeth Morris is a strategic one, Morris presumably grounds Paley-Phillips’s poetic tendencies with the requisite structural discipline of screenwriting. 

The Plot: A Pressure Cooker of Isolation

The narrative of One Hundred and Fifty-Two Days is almost sadly poetic.

  • The Hero: A teenage boy (the brilliant Roman Griffin-Davis) who has a raging case of pneumonia.
  • The Tragedy: His mother is receiving terminal cancer treatment as he gasps for air.
  • The Twist: He is prevented from visiting his daughter because he is ill.

Rosie Day One Hundred and Fifty-Two Days movie cast

He must mourn from afar, stuck in medical limbo. It’s a story about the 152 days that define a life — a “blank” moment during which everything stops, yet everything changes. 

Cast and Their Masterpiece Acting

The casting of One Hundred and Fifty-Two Days demonstrates a conscious effort to mix star appeal with proven character-actor skill. 

Actor Known For Narrative Archetype Key Plot
Roman Griffin Jojo Rabbit, Silent Night The Boy (Protagonist) After Jojo Rabbit, we know he can hold the weight of a film’s soul on his shoulders. 
Alistair Petrie The Night Manager, Sex Education The Father (Likely) Specializes in repressed authority figures. Perfect for a father who uses silence and rigidity (or alcohol) as a shield against grief.
Alice Lowe Timestalker, Prevenge Physiotherapist / Relative Known for dark comedy. Will likely inject the “laugh” element Rosie Day mentioned, preventing the film from becoming maudlin.
Annette Badland Ted Lasso, Outlander The Grandmother (Likely) A veteran character actress capable of great warmth and steel. A former colleague of Day from Outlander.
Paterson Joseph Wonka, Peep Show Doctor / Mentor brings a charismatic gravitas. Can play the “institutional face” of the hospital or a supportive family friend.

Why One Hundred and Fifty-Two Days Theme Hit Deeply? 

Both the book and its later film version are profoundly resonant with our collective experience of the COVID-19 pandemic, though they were imagined well before its arrival. Its portrayal of a respiratory disease that causes isolation and separation is uncannily reminiscent of what people around the world are experiencing. This link lets viewers infuse their own recollections of lockdown, loss, and resilience into the story. 

Under Outlander Star Rosie Day direction, the film turns into a bittersweet portrayal of shared trauma, affirming the anguish of separation and the emotional impact of medical crises on people and families as a whole. 

Outlander’s Rosie Day Find Deeper Connection One Hundred and Fifty-Two 

The film is about grief and the male frailty and it subverts all the expected ones. By introducing the character of the “whimsical grandmother” as a vehicle for the grieving process being non-linear, it suggests the presence of life and death simultaneously and encourages the main character to live while losing. This say-turning laughter and tears up the complexity of loss. And the fact that they’re allowed to be vulnerable men and that is important in itself. 

Rosie Day One Hundred and Fifty-Two Days movie cast

The Boy’s vulnerability and need for guidance stand in stark contrast to the Father’s repressed emotions, represented by his struggle with alcoholism. These aspects serve to demonstrate that mental health care, and particularly that of teenage boys and men, can be treated with compassion and realism — before our very eyes, in true Day fashion. 

The Rosie Day & Alistair Petrie Connection

Outlander Star Rosie Day and Alistair Petrie, in fairness, aren’t just colleagues, they have a professional shorthand. Previously seen together at industry functions such as The Uninvited screening last year, it’s probably a safe assumption that their relationship brings a sense of trust on set that you can’t just make up. 

When a director and their lead actor “speak the same language”, the performance is usually ten times stronger. 

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What to Expect: Poetic Realism

Don’t expect your typical “hospital movie.” Since the original book was written in free verse, expect the film to rely on silence and visual metaphors rather than heavy dialogue.

Rosie Day’s previous short films, like Tracks, have told us she’s a filmmaker who can make the most of every moment on screen. In One Hundred and Fifty-Two Days, she is transposing poetry’s “white space” to the “quiet space” of cinema.

Verdict: This is a film about male vulnerability, the absurdity of grief, and the odd people (an “erratic” grandmother or a no-nonsense physiotherapist) who reel us back into the living world. 

Conclusion

One Hundred and Fifty-Two Days would undoubtedly be a milestone in British film making when it is completed in 2027. This film elevates the basic tenets of the best-seller adaptation formula with an organic synthesis of art and commerce. 

Outlander Star Rosie Day, making the leap from in front of the camera, applies her “teenage armageddon” concept to a sensitivity study of male frailty. Alistair Petrie assumes a role that questions his hardline authoritarian identity, with the pandemic shadowing, highlighting themes of solitude and reflection.

What makes the project unique, however, is its subtle narrative — about a boy fighting for breath — told by a director who is dedicated to telling the stories of young people. Should Day get her wish and meld emotional grit with comic relief, she’ll be further established as a sensitive auteur reflecting on the mess of being. 

Production is underway on Britain’s craggy northern shoreline for what could be another classic of modern British social realism. 

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Top 14 Milly Alcock Movies and TV Shows

From House of the Dragon to DC’s Supergirl, these are the best Milly Alcock movies and TV shows that showcase her sudden star power.

Written by: Alpana Last Updated: January 1, 2026, 7:55 am
Published: January 28, 2025, 9:37 am
Milly Alcock Movies and TV Shows

Milly Alcock did not rise to global acclaim in the space of a moment — but once she did, there was no turning back. Featuring an unusual combination of raw feeling, quiet intensity, and fearlessness, the Australian actress has quickly made a name for herself on both television and motion pictures. Whether she is playing a defiant princess, a struggling teen, or any other person trying to make it through life, Milly is authentic in every character.

If you’ve ever wondered about the path her career has taken or just want to watch the best of her work, here’s our definitive list of the Best Milly Alcock movies and TV shows that prove she is a talent, and stardom, on the rise. 

Milly Alcock’s Movie

1. The School 

In The School, Milly is Jien. She is a young adult stuck in a very unsettling school. The students are subjected to horrifying things there. This horror is a seat-grabber. It has suspense and evil secrets.

The School (2018) - Milly Alcock
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Cast

  • Megan Drury as Jien
  • Tim Pocock as Mr. D
  • Anna McGahan as Ms. H
  • John Brumpton as The Principal

2. High Life (2017)

High Life is a web-based miniseries. Milly is Isabella Barrett, a young girl. She deals with growing up and family problems. The show chronicles the highs and lows of a teenage life. It’s relevant and captivating to a young audience.” 

High Life (2017) -Milly Alcock
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Cast

  • Milly Alcock as Isabella Barrett
  • Odessa Young as Tessa
  • Cindi Jackson as Kim
  • Matt Testro as Jack

3. Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow (2026)

Milly Alcock is officially joining the DC Universe.

She has been cast as Kara Zor-El / Supergirl, her biggest leap into Hollywood so far. The movie has been billed as a darker, more nuanced version of the iconic hero and Milly’s casting is a clear sign of new bold direction for DC – one that heavily relies on character depth.

Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow (2026)
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Cast

  • Milly Alcock as Kara Zor-El / Supergirl
  • Julianne Moore in an undisclosed role
  • Meghann Fahy in an undisclosed role

4. The Familiars (2020)

In The Familiars Milly is Alison, a young girl who finds out that her family is connected to magic. She uncovers a world of witches and secrets. This movie is really from the fantasy/drama genre and that really gives Milly opportunity to shine. 

The Familiars (2020)
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Cast

  • Milly Alcock as Alison
  • Paul McGann as Thomas
  • Sophie Winkleman as Lady Elizabeth

5. Furlough (2020)

Furlough narrates a story of a young woman in the time of her father’s furlough from jail. Milly, in a small part, brings layers to the film. It deals with family and optimism in hard times. 

Furlough (2020)
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Cast

    • Milly Alcock in a supporting role
    • Tessa Thompson as the lead character
    • Whoopi Goldberg in a pivotal role

6. The Gloaming

In The Gloaming, Milly plays Jenny McGinty, a young woman caught in a murder investigation. It’s a crime drama where dark secrets are unearthed in her hometown.The series is a mix of mystery and suspense, which makes it fun to watch  

The Gloaming (2020)
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Cast

  • Milly Alcock as Jenny McGinty
  • Emma Booth as Molly McGee
  • Ewen Leslie as Detective Charlie Thompson

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7. Fighting Season (2018)

Milly Alcock plays Maya Nordenfelt in Fighting Season. Maya is a war soldier coming home. She is struggling emotionally after serving. This series focuses on the adversity facing veterans and their loved ones. 

Fighting Season (2018)
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Cast

  • Milly Alcock as Maya Nordenfelt
  • Matt Nable as Sergeant Nick McGregor
  • John Batchelor as Captain Tom Kearney

8. Upright (2019–2022)

In Upright, Milly acts as Meg Adams, a runaway teen on a road trip across Australia. She is on the road with a strange partner, Lucky Flynn. The series is a blend of comedy and drama, with a focus on friendship and development. 

Upright (2019–2022)
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Cast

  • Milly Alcock as Meg Adams
  • Tim Minchin as Lucky Flynn
  • Ella Scott Lynch in supporting roles

9. Pine Gap (2018)

Pine Gap is set in an Australian intelligence facility. Milly (MR. ROBOT) is Marissa Campbell, who brings a little intrigue to this political thriller series. The series follows spies and the moral questions they confront. 

Pine Gap (2018)
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Cast

  • Milly Alcock as Marissa Campbell
  • Steve Pegram in various roles
  • Jessica De Gouw in leading roles

10. House of the Dragon (2022–2024)

This is the role that altered the course of everything.

Milly Alcock was bold, raw and unforgettable as a young Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen in HBO’s House of the Dragon. She embodied the defiance, vulnerability and ambition of a woman power was in her destiny, and quickly became a fan favourite. Even with short run on episodes, her impact on the series – and pop culture – was enormous. 

House of the Dragon (2022–2024)
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Cast

  • Milly Alcock as Young Rhaenyra Targaryen
  • Emma D’Arcy as Rhaenyra Targaryen (adult)
  • Matt Smith as Daemon Targaryen.

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Milly Alcock TV Shows

Milly Alcock has appeared in several TV shows, including: 

1. Wonderland (2014)

In Wonderland, Milly makes her television debut as Teen Girl 1 in the episode “Narcissism.” This romantic comedy series is about a group of friends living in Sydney trying to find love and date. 

Wonderland (2014)
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Cast

  • Milly Alcock as Teen Girl 1
  • Jessica Tovey as Bella
  • Michael Dorman as Noah

2. Les Norton (2019)

In Les Norton, Alcock is Sian Galese, bringing complexity to this dramedy about a former prisoner trying to make a living in Sydney’s criminal underbelly in the late ‘80s. 

Les Norton (2019)
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Cast

  • Milly Alcock as Sian Galese
  • Callan Mulvey as Les Norton
  • Georgina Haig in supporting roles

3. Reckoning (2019)

In the psychological thriller show, Milly is Sam Serrato, a suburban mom whose life becomes entangled with a serial killer who lives in the suburbs herself. Just and moral are the questions the show raises as the pace gets the viewers’ heart pounding.  

Reckoning (2019)
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Cast

  • Milly Alcock as Sam Serrato
  • Sam Trammell as Detective Mike Serrato
  • Aden Young in leading roles

4. Sirens (TBA)

Milly also stars opposite Julianne Moore and Meghann Fahy in the dark comedy limited series Sirens, currently in post, about women facing down life’s obstacles with laughter. 

Sirens (TBA)
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Cast

  • Milly Alcock as Simone DeWitt
  • Julianne Moore in an undisclosed role
  • Meghann Fahy in an undisclosed role

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Conclusion

Milly Alcock has demonstrated skill in multiple genres, ranging from horror and fantasy to comedy-drama. She has captivated the world with roles and turned heads as an actress to watch.

From House of the Dragon to future projects such as Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, fans are eager for more. She just keeps knocking it out of the park and inspiring fans everywhere with every role! 

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