Mr. Robot Renewed for Season Three

NEW YORK: USA Network has picked up a third season of its original drama Mr. Robot, which is currently airing with all-new episodes on Wednesdays.

From Universal Cable Productions, Mr. Robot recently garnered six Primetime Emmy nominations. The third season is slated for 2017.

“We couldn’t be more proud of Mr. Robot, a series that has pushed boundaries, captured the cultural zeitgeist, and been honored as one of the best dramas on television,” said Chris McCumber, the president of entertainment networks for NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment. “Midway through its second season, Mr. Robot continues to break new ground and open up new opportunities for the network. We can’t wait to see where Sam Esmail and the entire brilliant Robot team take us next.”

“Being the home studio for this wonderful, completely original show is an exhilarating experience. Sam and company just keep taking it to another level,” said Jeff Wachtel, the chief content officer at NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment and president of Universal Cable Productions. “We can’t wait to get going on season three… as soon as we finish season two!”