The highly-anticipated third season of The Twelve is on its way, and this time the plot follows a man accused of murdering an author, who was researching a cold-case crime.
But the man in question denies any wrongdoing – even if all the evidence suggests otherwise. Now, he has to prove his innocence in court in a new thrilling season of the beloved court-drama.
The award-winning program only just finished airing its second season in 2024 when a third season was confirmed.
Below, TV WEEK has answered all your burning questions regarding The Twelve: Cape Rock Killer.
When does The Twelve: Cape Rock Killer release?
The third season of The Twelve will release on August 4, 2025, on Binge in Australia.
What is the plot for The Twelve season three?
In the season opener, author Alan Chaplin swears he’s innocent. Yes, he knew the victim and, yes, she claimed he had assaulted her just two days before the murder. But Alan insists he didn’t kill Amanda Taylor.
His wife, Beth, also happens to be a friend of barrister Brett Colby, who learns that this murder could re-open a cold case from the late 1960s. Beth pleads with Brett to help. But is he a match for clever prosecutor Gabe Nicholls? And is there a link between the two crimes?
In addition to the fact that police have motive, means and a stack of evidence to suggest Alan might have killed Amanda Taylor, he also faces another problem. The 12 average Australians who have been called in to decide his fate are not overly committed to helping. One, in particular, is far more interested in using the jury duty as a nice break from her normal life.
“I’m Jazmyn and I really need to pee,” she announces to her fellow jurors, when they’re asked to share something about themselves. Then she promptly breaks the no fraternising rule by inviting one of her new colleagues to go clubbing later.
And that’s just the start of it, said Nathalie Morris, who plays the problematic juror.
“Jaz is extremely engaging and intelligent – someone who is quite magnetic and social – but she also is someone who comes with a lot of attachment issues and baggage,” said Nathalie, who viewers will recognise from Stan’s family drama Bump.
“She’s quite a complex, slightly problematic human and there’s more going on with her than she lets on… Maybe her coping mechanism is to appear like everything is: ‘Oh, I’m just doing this for a laugh,’ but, really, she does care a lot.”
Who is the cast for The Twelve season three?
With a new season of series, comes a new cast. However, viewers will find comfort in the fact that Sam Neill is reprising his role as the legal eagle, Brett Colby.
In December 2024, it was confirmed Wentworth actress and TV WEEK Logie winner Danielle Cormack would be joining the cast as Gabe Nicholls.
“As a fan of previous seasons, joining my fellow Kiwi Sam Neill and the enormous ensemble cast on this anthology series has been a joy,” Danielle said.
The direction and crew of this season has been outstanding, and I’ve relished going head-to-head with Sam in the courtroom.”
Also joining the cast for Cape Rock Killer include Eryn Jean Norvill as Amanda Taylor, Sarah Peirse as Beth, William Zappa as Alan Chaplin, Ewen Lesie and Phoenix Raei.
Where is The Twelve season three filmed?
Production has taken to Western Australia for filming, particularly Perth and the Margaret River region. Managing Director of Warner Bros. International Television Production Australia, Michael Brooks said it was “fantastic” to show off the nations beautiful landscape.
“It’s been fantastic to see seasons 1 and 2 of The Twelve take off with both Australian and global audiences, showcasing not only our beautiful country, but also the depth of our local screen production talent,” they said at the time.
Foxtel Group Commissioner & Executive Director, Entertainment Content Alison Hurbert-Burns added: “After such a good experience filming The Twelve season two in WA last year, it’s great to be back and this time, taking audiences to Margaret River and Western Australia’s dramatic South West coast.”
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