‘Ted Lasso’ Season 4 Debuts on Rotten Tomatoes — Here’s Its First Score

Ted Lasso is back, and the first reviews suggest the beloved Apple TV+ comedy has not lost its winning touch. According to Rotten Tomatoes, Season 4 has debuted with an 89% critics’ score based on 40 reviews, giving the new season a Fresh rating ahead of the release of its remaining episodes.

The new season marks the return of Jason Sudeikis as Ted Lasso after the series appeared to end its story in 2023. Apple officially confirmed the show’s comeback in 2025, and Season 4 premiered on August 5, 2026. While audience reactions are still limited, with fewer than 50 ratings submitted so far, critics have already shared their verdict and have largely responded positively.

This season takes Ted into unfamiliar territory once again. Instead of coaching AFC Richmond’s men’s team, he now leads the club’s newly formed second-division women’s football team. The change gives the series a fresh direction while keeping the optimistic spirit that made it one of television’s biggest hits.

The series was created by Jason Sudeikis, Bill Lawrence, Brendan Hunt, and Joe Kelly. It is based on the character Sudeikis originally played in promotional videos for NBC Sports’ coverage of the English Premier League. What started as a comedy sketch eventually grew into one of Apple TV+’s biggest original series.

Critics are mostly praising Ted Lasso Season 4 for bringing back the warmth, humor, and emotional connection that made the series a fan favorite, though some feel the new episodes rely too much on familiar ideas instead of pushing the story forward.

Zofia Wijaszka from Nerdspin gave the season an A- and described the return as an emotional experience, comparing it to “a warm hug” or “a fuzzy blanket” during a difficult time. She praised the show for creating the same feeling of comfort and safety that fans have come to expect from Ted Lasso.

Sherin Nicole from Geek Girl Riot also had a positive reaction, calling the new season a strong continuation of the series’ spirit. She compared it to bringing a beloved band back together, saying Season 4 works as “a damn good remix” that keeps the show’s emotional and philosophical side alive while still delivering plenty of fun.

Richard Roeper of RogerEbert.com gave a similar opinion, noting that while nothing can completely recreate the impact of the original experience, the new episodes remain an enjoyable watch. He described the season as a “breezy good time” that still brings the same uplifting feeling viewers associate with the series.

Jean Henegan from Pop Culture Maniacs highlighted one of the show’s biggest strengths: its ability to balance comedy with kindness. She praised the episodes for being genuinely funny while still maintaining the care, optimism, and heart that defined the earlier seasons.

However, not every critic felt the return was completely fresh. Liz Shannon Miller from Consequence praised the strong moments but argued that the season sometimes feels too familiar. She noted that while fans will likely enjoy returning to this world, the new episodes do not always offer enough evolution from what came before.

Overall, critics agree that Ted Lasso Season 4 successfully brings back the charm, humor, and emotional comfort of the original series, even if some believe it plays things a little too safely.

With a new team to coach, familiar faces returning to AFC Richmond, and another season filled with humor and heart, Ted Lasso appears ready to prove once again why it became one of television’s most beloved comedies. Early reviews suggest the coach’s latest adventure is off to a very strong start.

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