We were joined on the Popternative show by Jason Isaacs to discuss the third season of the hit drama series, The White Lotus, which premiered on February 16 on HBO and Max. Already renewed for a fourth season, season 3 is set at an exclusive Thai resort and follows the exploits of various guests and employees over the span of a week.
Isaacs plays Timothy Ratliff, a wealthy businessman vacationing at the White Lotus Thailand with his wife Victoria (Parker Posey), and three children, eldest son Saxon (Patrick Schwarzenegger), middle daughter Piper (Sarah Catherine Hook), and youngest son Lochlan (Sam Nivola).
His vacation is quickly ruined when he receives news that he will be facing money laundering and fraud charges when he returns home, destroying his business and life altogether. As he tries to hide this from his family, especially from Saxon who works directly with him, Timothy slowly unravels among the beautiful backdrop of the White Lotus resort.
In our interview, Isaacs discusses filming on location in Thailand, working with the ensemble cast and creator Mike White, as well as Timothy’s downfall including his addiction to his phone, and his new addiction to Lorazepam.
Watch the full conversation with Jason Isaacs below.
A new episode of The White Lotus airs Sundays at 9 p.m. on HBO and can be streamed on Max. The season 3 finale will air on April 6.
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