The second season of "Marco Polo" certainly left fans with more questions than answers. However, viewers will need to wait a bit longer to find out what happens to Kublai Khan and the future of the Yuan dynasty. There could be a valid reason why Netflix has not yet confirmed the "Marco Polo" Season 3 air date. Is the streaming giant postponing the "Marco Polo" renewal due to its massive production cost in order to ensure other shows will be released next year?
'Marco Polo' Season 3 Production Halted Due To Budget Constraints? Series To Air In 2018?
It's no secret that "Marco Polo" is an expensive show to make. The series has to be filmed in numerous locations like Malaysia, Kazakhstan and Italy, requiring grand sets to depict Kublai Khan's power and wealth (via Deadline). Nevertheless, Netflix and The Weinstein Company didn't have any problems releasing two season of the series (although they did take a long time in production). However, it is possible that "Marco Polo" Season 3 will still be moved to a later date because of the network's 2017 lineup.
Netflix is set for another busy year in 2017, most notably for the return of its biggest hits and new major projects from Marvel (via CinemaBlend). "Stranger Things" has been confirmed for a second season and there are speculations that Marvel will debut three new shows next year ("Iron Fist", "The Punisher" and "The Defenders"). While all four shows have officially been announced, there has been no confirmation on "Marco Polo" Season 3. There is a possibility that the Benedict Wong series will not return next year, but on a later date.
When Is The 'Marco Polo' Season 3 Air Date?
Netflix might be waiting until next year to announce the third season of series, when production finally commences. "Marco Polo" Season 3 could begin shooting sometime in 2017 and will then be released by 2018.
Do you think Netflix is postponing "Marco Polo" Season 3 due to pricey production costs? Should the series be renewed and air in 2018? Let us know in the comments.