Why Jon Hamm Isn’t In Good Omens Season 3 Officially Explained & Returning Season Broken Down by Director [Exclusive]

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Despite a kiss between the demon Crowley (David Tennant) and the angel Aziraphale (Michael Sheen) at the end of Good Omens’ second season, they didn’t get together. Aziraphale left to become the Supreme Archangel in Heaven, while Crowley was heartbroken by the lack of response and ended up losing his cherished Bentley in a gamble.

Years after their initial encounter, Aziraphale asks Crowley for help when Jesus Christ mysteriously disappears from Heaven and ends up missing on Earth. With a murder to solve, simmering romantic feelings, and a new Armageddon looming that could destroy both Heaven and Hell, time is running out. Can this unlikely couple solve the crisis of the Second Coming and save their relationship?

In a recent interview with ComicBook, director and executive producer Rachel Talalay discussed the latest season of Good Omens, including the shorter episode length, Aziraphale’s impressive disguises, and the importance of love. She also explained why Jon Hamm, who played Gabriel, isn’t actively involved in the new season, despite still being mentioned.

The initial six-episode plan included a brief appearance by him. We considered bringing back as many original cast members as possible, and he was among those we thought could return. Ultimately, decisions about who came back were based on scheduling, cost, and whether they fit the increasingly focused story. I was personally disappointed not to be able to work with Jon Hamm again, especially since I’d collaborated with him twice before he became so well-known.

The rest of our interview with Rachel Talalay follows:

Originally, the plan for Good Omens season three was to have six episodes. What story were you hoping to tell with that longer format, and how did having to condense it into a shorter special change things?

When I joined the project, the six episodes were already in development, so I wasn’t heavily involved at first. I understood the overall direction of the story and what Terry Pratchett—and Rob Wilkins, who represented him—had envisioned. My involvement with the scripts increased when we started editing them down to a 90-minute length.

The team did a great job of focusing the story and removing unnecessary details. When people criticize the first two seasons, the most common complaint is that some episodes strayed off-topic and included too many side stories.

We aimed for a tight, 96-minute story completely centered on Crowley and Aziraphale, filled with intriguing mysteries, philosophical ideas, and religious themes. But at its heart, it’s a love story.

Previously, Crowley unexpectedly kissed Aziraphale just before returning to Heaven. Now, after a bit of a time skip, we find them in a new situation – let’s see where they are and what they’re doing!

Things haven’t turned out as either character planned. The world around them, particularly Whickber Street, has shifted, and Aziraphale’s return to heaven isn’t what he envisioned. Despite everything, he’s managed to stay true to himself. The story delves into the consequences of these changes, allowing the audience to see how everything has been affected.

The connection and comedic timing between the actors are fantastic! Can you share a funny moment that happened while you were filming?

They always made me laugh. Everything between them. Tell me what scene you particularly enjoyed

There was a sequence where Aziraphale adopts a disguise to infiltrate Hell. 

He gave the character a name, which Muriel hilariously mispronounced – it’s that kind of funny moment. This scene really highlighted Michael’s talent, and it was a pleasure to work with him on it. Everyone else really rose to meet his level of performance in those scenes.

That scene really highlighted Crowley’s unique personality, much like a similar moment in the second series where he was unexpectedly in Heaven, and it wasn’t just about questioning his presence. We got to play up his characteristic flair, visually with the gold costume, and it looked fantastic. Aziraphale also had a fun moment trying to blend in through disguise. The challenge was finding the sweet spot where he was convincingly disguised without being too good, so it remained humorous.

We were experimenting with makeup for a test, and for a moment, I didn’t even recognize Michael. I told him that while we’d ultimately know it was him, it wouldn’t be as effective if he just sounded like someone else. He then adjusted his performance quite a bit, feeling like he was becoming too much like a different character. Both Michael and David have incredible instincts – it’s amazing to watch them work their magic.

You described this as a love story, and we discussed that kiss. Have being apart made their feelings stronger? Are they still working to understand their connection?

That’s just how life and love are – relationships naturally evolve, with all their ups and downs. That’s why this show resonates with people; it honestly explores universal questions about love and human connection.

I won’t reveal any details about season three, but I can say that color plays a huge role in the characters’ relationship and its future. We ended the second season with a really dramatic and heartbreaking cliffhanger.

Although it’s not immediately obvious, this issue is a significant burden for both characters.

When I first saw their meeting, it struck me as incredibly subtle. It wasn’t a loud, dramatic moment, but a really quiet one. I actually think what wasn’t said was just as powerful, if not more so, than the actual dialogue. I was really focused on letting the pauses speak volumes. Usually, films rush to the conversation, but here, we lingered on the unspoken – on their struggle to connect. To me, that silence felt beautiful, almost poetic. They were just captivating.

How did you decide what the final outcome should be for Crowley and Aziraphale’s relationship?

As a big fan, I always understood that ending was Terry Pratchett’s vision, and it wasn’t changed during the adaptation. It was locked in from the start – even when they went from the longer, six-part version to a shorter one. There wasn’t any discussion about it; that was simply the ending he wanted, and honestly, it was the whole reason they made the show that way. It felt true to his work.

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2026-05-15 17:41