<P> The series premiered on demand on November 23 , 2015 , and on Syfy on December 14 , 2015 . A 13 - episode second season premiered on February 1 , 2017 . In March 2017 , Syfy renewed The Expanse for a 13 - episode third season to premiere on April 11 , 2018 . The series received positive reviews from critics , who highlighted its beautiful visuals , well - developed characters , and thrilling political narrative . It has received a Hugo Award for Best Dramatic Presentation as well as a Saturn Award nomination . </P>
<P> The series premiered on demand on November 23 , 2015 , and on Syfy on December 14 , 2015 . A 13 - episode second season premiered on February 1 , 2017 . In March 2017 , Syfy renewed The Expanse for a 13 - episode third season to premiere on April 11 , 2018 . The series received positive reviews from critics , who highlighted its beautiful visuals , well - developed characters , and thrilling political narrative . It has received a Hugo Award for Best Dramatic Presentation as well as a Saturn Award nomination . </P>
when is the third season of the expanse coming out
when is the third season of the expanse coming out
April 11 , 2018
April 11 , 2018