The highly anticipated third season of the Polish crime drama series Krew z krwi is set to premiere today, March 1, 2025, at 20:20 on TVP1. After nearly a decade-long wait, fans are excited to see how the gripping story continues, with new episodes scheduled to air weekly at the same time. This season promises to ramp up the tension and emotional stakes for its beloved characters.
Krew z krwi first captivated audiences over thirteen years ago when it debuted on CANAL+ in the spring of 2012. Directed by Xawery Żuławski, the initial season gained significant popularity, prompting public broadcaster TVP to purchase the rights and air it later, reaching even larger viewership numbers. Following the massive success, the show secured a second season, featuring fresh creative talents like Jan Komasa and Kasia Adamik, which aired in 2015. The series found new life on Netflix, where it quickly soared to the top of Polish viewing charts.
Fan demand for the continuation of Krew z krwi has been persistent since the conclusion of the second season. Initial plans to produce the third season were delayed after the rise of the ruling party PiS led to the withdrawal of Agata Kulesza from collaborating with TVP during Jacek Kurski's leadership. Only after the Coalition returned to power, allowing for new interactions between actors and producers, did Kulesza feel comfortable enough to reprise her role. Filming for the new season wrapped up late last year.
The narrative follows Carmen Rota-Majewska, played by Kulesza, and her tumultuous life woven with criminal ties. She is portrayed as a woman deeply entrenched in the mafia's dangerous world, desperately trying to protect her family. Season one set the stage with Carmen living quietly as she raised her three children, with her husband Marek involved secretly with cigarette smuggling. Tragically, his death during gang-related conflicts thrust Carmen to the forefront of their operations as she fought against overwhelming odds to keep her loved ones safe.
By the second season, Carmen attempts to escape her past, returning to Poland to help her struggling daughter Natalia, who has yet to cope with her father's death. This season navigates Carmen's efforts to forge a new identity, facing intense emotional struggles, including betrayal from her own family and undergoing horrific events leading to her court appearances.
Now, the third season ushers Carmen back after spending seven years behind bars, carrying hope for family reunification. Those hopes are quickly dashed when her son's choices draw her back to the life she fought to leave behind. The show promises to explore Carmen's determination to break away from the past and protect her children from lurking threats, with writers hinting at the emotional ferocity of the upcoming episodes.
"The third season of Krew z krwi will be the most emotional yet!" boldly proclaims TVP, igniting fan fervor about Carmen’s complex relationship with her children and the dangers they face from their previous life.
One of the most thrilling aspects of the season is the introduction of new characters whose actions will add depth to the story. Mirosław Haniszewski joins as prosecutor Zygmunt Tarczyński, who is particularly interested in the criminal activities surrounding Carmen and her son Franek, played by Maciej Musiał. The stakes are high as Carmen must confront crimes not just committed by her enemies but also potentially within her own family.
New faces also bring fresh narratives: Piotr Pacek takes the role of Łukasz, Karolina Rzepa plays Nina, and Renata Dancewicz features as Agata. Each character promises to impact the existing dynamics, raising the tension and unpredictability.
Fans will find out soon whether Carmen can navigate her son Frank's perilous involvement with crime and escape from her adversaries unscathed. The show kicks off this evening with its first episode, and viewers can catch it live on TVP1 or stream it on TVP VOD.
The premiere's buzz and nostalgic anticipation set the stage for riveting storytelling, as the legacy of Krew z krwi continues to grow. The promise of gripping mafia conflicts, heart-wrenching family loyalty, and relentless challenges invites audiences back to what may become yet another extraordinary chapter for Carmen and those around her. The first episode airs tonight at 20:20 on TVP1—tune in!