AceShowbiz - The beloved stoner comedy series is returning with Super Troopers 3, and fans now have their first look thanks to the newly released official trailer. The film, produced by Broken Lizard, marks the third installment in the franchise that began in 2001 with a cult classic hit. Although the sequel arrived in 2018 after a successful crowdfunding campaign, Super Troopers 3 experienced a lengthy development period before gaining approval from Disney and Searchlight Pictures.

The trailer drops on the culturally significant date of 4/20, fitting for the franchise’s comedic style. It introduces both returning characters and exciting new faces, alongside revealing a major plot point: Kevin Heffernan's character, Farva, is set to marry the sister of Jay Chandrasekhar's Ramathorn. The buildup to the wedding promises plenty of R-rated humor and the usual prank-filled antics the series is known for.

Beyond the wedding storyline, the trailer provides insight into the expanded cast. Hannah Simone, who has worked with Chandrasekhar previously on the Fox sitcom New Girl, plays Ramathorn’s sister and Farva’s bride-to-be. The trailer also showcases two new troopers joining the team. One is Coy Burns, portrayed by former Saturday Night Live cast member Andrew Dismukes, who appears to be the new rookie and prank target, reminiscent of Erik Stolhanske’s character Rabbit from the original film. The other new recruit, played by Loot star Nat Faxon, seems to take a leadership role, possibly stepping in for Brian Cox’s O’Hagen, who may have retired since the second movie.

In addition to the new characters, the trailer hints at antagonists played by Chance Crawford of The Boys and Saturday Night Live alum Jon Rudnitsky. They are featured in a high-speed chase with the troopers and later shown assaulting Farva, suggesting their roles as villains connected to a criminal ring the troopers will confront.

One notable absence from the trailer is Marisa Coughlan’s Ursula, the long-time girlfriend of Paul Soter’s Foster and the current Chief of the Spurbury Police, introduced in the 2018 sequel. Despite her absence, fans can be reassured as her return was confirmed when the film was announced. The plot’s return to Vermont implies she could still play a role, likely revealed when the film is released.

Super Troopers 3 is directed by Jay Chandrasekhar, who also co-wrote the script alongside fellow Broken Lizard members Erik Stolhanske, Kevin Heffernan, Paul Soter, and Steve Lemme. The film continues the blend of comedy, crime, and mystery that has made the series popular among fans of the franchise.

The film is scheduled for release on August 7, 2026, promising to bring back the bumbling highway patrol officers fans have loved for years. With Farva’s wedding and new characters joining the fray, Super Troopers 3 looks set to deliver the same outrageous humor and hijinks that defined its predecessors.

For those eagerly awaiting the next chapter of this cult comedy series, the trailer provides both nostalgia and fresh excitement, confirming that the antics of the Spurbury highway patrol are far from over.