A&E Network has picked up a third season of its hit original drama series Bates Motel, it was announced today by David McKillop, Executive Vice President and General Manager, A&E Network. Production will begin later this year on 10 new episodes to debut in early 2015.
"The incredible writing team and talented Bates Motel cast has made this series one of the most compelling original dramas on television," said McKillop. "The brilliant twists and turns of the past two seasons keep its loyal fan base coming back for more. We are so proud of the show."
Season 2 premiered on March 3 with 4.6 million total viewers and delivered 2.6 million Adults 18-49 and 2.2 million Adults 25-54 (based on Live+7 viewing). Bates Motel continues to be A&E's #1 drama series of all time among Adults 18-49.
Bates Motel is a contemporary prequel to the genre-defining film Psycho, and gives viewers an intimate portrayal of how Norman Bates' psyche unravels through his teenage years. The drama stars Vera Farmiga in the Emmy-nominated role of Norma Bates and Freddie Highmore as Norman Bates.
Bates Motel is produced by Universal Television for A&E Network. Carlton Cuse and Kerry Ehrin serve as executive producers for Carlton Cuse Productions and Kerry Ehrin Productions respectively.
