Prime Video Renews ‘Jury Duty’ for Third Season After March’s ‘Corporate Retreat’ Launch
Prime Video announced on May 11 that the unscripted‑comedy series *Jury Duty* will return for a third season, expanding its original‑courtroom premise with a brand‑new “Corporate Retreat” episode that debuted in March. Creators Lee Eisenberg and Gene Stupnitsky confirmed that production will resume this summer, targeting a late‑2026 release. The renewal was disclosed in a press release cited by The Hollywood Reporter.
*Jury Duty* first aired in 2023 and quickly became a surprise hit, drawing praise for its hybrid format that mixes real jurors with fictional narrative arcs. Its modest budget and high‑concept premise have positioned it as a flagship for Prime Video’s push into innovative comedy, a strategy that also underpins the platform’s broader effort to diversify beyond scripted dramas.
The Hollywood Reporter notes that the series logged an average of 8.2 million U.S. households per episode in its second season, up 15 percent from the first. "The show's ability to blur reality and comedy resonated with a wide audience," the outlet quoted Eisenberg. Deadline reported that the third season will introduce a new setting – a corporate team‑building retreat – aiming to keep the format fresh while retaining the courtroom’s improvisational flair.
Industry analysts see the renewal as a vote of confidence in niche‑genre programming. Media analyst Karen Liu of MoffettNathanson said the series demonstrates how streaming services can sustain lower‑cost series that still generate strong subscriber retention. Trade publications also point to the renewal as a signal that Prime Video will continue to fund risk‑taking comedy after its recent successes with *The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel* spinoffs.
Looking ahead, the production schedule will hinge on negotiations with the series’ unscripted talent and the availability of the courtroom set. Fans can expect a teaser in the fall, with the full season likely dropping in the winter of 2026‑27. The network will also roll out related marketing at its May upfront, where executives hinted at cross‑promotional opportunities with other Prime Video originals.