‘Scrublands’ Season 3 Confirmed as ‘Scrublands: Trust’ with New Cast and First-Look Images
Luke Arnold and Bella Heathcote return to lead the cast, joined by Lincoln Younes and Danielle Cormack. Filming is underway in Sydney.
- Show
- Scrublands
- Network
- Stan, 9Network
- Status
- renewed
- Season
- Season 3
- Lincoln Younes as Tom Molloy
- Danielle Cormack
“The continued enthusiasm for this series is a testament to Chris Hammer’s compelling stories and the extraordinary work of our cast and creative team,”
The Australian crime drama Scrublands is officially returning for a third season, according to an exclusive report from Deadline. The new installment will be titled Scrublands: Trust.
Luke Arnold and Bella Heathcote will reprise their leading roles as investigative reporter Martin Scarsden and Mandy Bond, respectively. They are joined by new cast members Lincoln Younes and Danielle Cormack, with Sarah Roberts and Nicholas Bell also returning.
What is the plot of the new season?
Scrublands: Trust will jump the action back a decade from previous seasons. The synopsis reveals that Mandy Bond's past resurfaces when her former fiancé, Tom Molloy (played by Younes), is found dead, unearthing secrets she wants to keep hidden. Meanwhile, Martin Scarsden investigates the apparent suicide of his mentor, Max Fuller (Bell), a search that leads him into Sydney's criminal underbelly and a violent confrontation in the Blue Mountains.
When does filming start?
Production on the four-part season has already commenced in Sydney. The series is produced by Easy Tiger, based on Chris Hammer's bestselling novel Trust, and will air on Australian streamer Stan and broadcast network 9Network.
In a statement, Easy Tiger co-founders and executive producers Ian Collie and Rob Gibson said, "The continued enthusiasm for this series is a testament to Chris Hammer’s compelling stories and the extraordinary work of our cast and creative team." Felicity Packard serves as writer and producer, with Lisa Matthews directing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch the first two seasons of Scrublands?
As of July 2026, the series is available to stream in the U.S. on platforms including Philo, AMC+, Acorn TV, and YouTube TV, according to verified title data.
Who is the creator of Scrublands?
The series is created by Felicity Packard and Timothy Lee.
How many episodes will Season 3 have?
The third season, Scrublands: Trust, is a four-part series.
More from The Screen Report
The internet lost it over Mike Flanagan's 'Carrie' trailer — and not in the same way
The first look at Flanagan's Prime Video series has fans split. Some are hyped for a modern spin on Stephen King's classic, while others are already side-eyeing another remake.
Luke Bracey Talks Playing a Flawed Charles Ingalls in Netflix's 'Little House on the Prairie'
The Australian actor explains his human take on the pioneer father, as the series leaps to No. 1 on Netflix's charts and secures a second season.
Pamela Anderson Confirms She Won't Return for Baywatch Reboot
The '90s icon has moved on from her lifeguard days, focusing on new creative projects like her upcoming comedic thriller, Rosebush Pruning.
19 Unbelievable Celebrity Family Connections That Predate Fame
A new listicle details the surprising high school friendships, secret cousinships, and shared childhoods that linked stars like Cameron Diaz, Snoop Dogg, and Larry David long before they were famous.