# Netflix’s Grittiest Prison Drama Is Back — In The Mud Season 3 Officially Confirmed with a Bold New Setting and Returning Fan Favourites

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Published: 2026-04-01  
Updated: 2026-04-01  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Good news for fans of raw, unfiltered drama: Netflix and local outlets have officially confirmed that *In The Mud* (*En el barro*) is returning for a third season, with the renewal announced on February 20, 2026, hot on the heels of Season 2’s hugely successful run.

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## In The Mud Season 3 — Overview

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| Show | In The Mud (*En el barro*) |
| Creator | Sebastián Ortega |
| Network | Netflix |
| Genre | Crime, Drama, Prison |
| Language | Spanish (Argentine) |
| Season 3 Status | ✅ Officially Renewed |
| Renewal Announced | February 20, 2026 |
| New Setting | Tri-border: Argentina, Brazil & Paraguay |
| Season 4 Rumours | 🔥 Reportedly in the works |

## Why Was Renewal a No-Brainer?

The numbers speak for themselves. Season 2 debuted with 2.5 million views globally within its first two days and ultimately clocked 42.2 million hours watched — equating to 7.5 million views — spending three weeks in the global Netflix Non-English Top 10, peaking at the #6 spot worldwide.

![In The Mud](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/inshshujm-1024x521.jpg)

The show dominated Latin America and parts of Europe, hitting the weekly top 10 in Argentina (where it took the #1 spot), Spain, Uruguay, Chile, Bolivia, and Paraguay. That kind of regional dominance combined with global reach makes *In The Mud* one of Netflix’s most reliable non-English performers.

Created by Sebastián Ortega as a spin-off to the acclaimed *El Marginal*, which ran for five seasons, *In The Mud* explores the gritty and complex dynamics of a women’s prison. For background on the franchise’s roots, the [El Marginal Wikipedia page](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/El_marginal) gives great context on how this world was built.

## In The Mud Season 3 Plot & Cast — What We Know

Season 3 shifts the action to a volatile new prison in the tri-border area between Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay, where Gladys “La Borges” (Ana Garibaldi) must navigate dangerous new territory ruled by the fearsome Gringa Casares (Verónica Llinás), forging risky alliances with Zurda (Lorena Vega) and Nicole (Eugenia “China” Suárez). [whats-on-netflix](https://www.whats-on-netflix.com/news/in-the-mud-renewed-season-3/)

Huge bonus for longtime fans: both María Becerra and Juana Molina will officially reprise their roles after being absent in Season 2, picking up their open storylines right where they left off. [whats-on-netflix](https://www.whats-on-netflix.com/news/in-the-mud-renewed-season-3/)

And there’s even more exciting whispers on the horizon — journalist Laura Ubfal has hinted that a Season 4 may already be in the works and could even be filmed back-to-back with Season 3. [whats-on-netflix](https://www.whats-on-netflix.com/news/in-the-mud-renewed-season-3/)

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## FAQs

### **Q: Is In The Mud Season 3 confirmed on Netflix?**

Yes — Netflix officially renewed *In The Mud* for Season 3 in February 2026, with a brand-new prison setting in the tri-border region of Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay.

### **Q: Will María Becerra return in In The Mud Season 3?**

Absolutely — both María Becerra and Juana Molina are confirmed to reprise their roles after sitting out Season 2, much to fans’ delight.