Yahoo News Designated Survivor season 3 air date revealed by Netflix
Netflix has announced that the third season of Kiefer Sutherland's political drama Designated Survivor will be released on Friday, June 7.
The drama was cancelled by ABC last spring, but was given a second chance by the streaming service in September when they ordered a 10-episode season 3.
Under the Dome's Neal Baer will be acting as showrunner, following the departure of Keith Eisner.
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When the series was picked up by Netflix, star Kiefer Sutherland expressed his delighted at getting to return as President Kirkman for another season.
"I am thrilled to have the opportunity to play President Kirkman for season three of Designated Survivor on Netflix," he said.
"I believe this format will allow us to continue to delve deeply into storylines and issues concerning the American electorate that were not previously possible."
Executive producer Mark Gordon added: "The continuation of the show via Netflix is a win-win for all involved."
"The story of President Kirkman and those around him has not been fully told and we look forward to working with our new partner in continuing the show for a global audience."
Netflix previously stated that the third season will revolve around President Kirkman's administration facing the realities of "campaigning, smear tactics, debates, campaign finance and 'fake news'" during a re-election bid.
Designated Survivor season 3 will premiere on Netflix on Friday, June 7.
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