Mark Wahlberg is returning to the Ted franchise for the first time since Ted 2 was released in 2015. He will once again play John in the upcoming animated series, Ted: The Animated Series. Seth MacFarlane, Amanda Seyfried, and Jessica Barth are also returning.
According to Variety, Ted: The Animated Series will premiere on Peacock on December 17, 2026. The first eight episodes will be released on that day, with more episodes planned for 2027.
The series reunites the original cast after 11 years since the release of Ted 2. The story takes place 12 years after the events of the second movie. John and Ted now live next door to each other. Both have families and jobs they aren’t happy with, but their friendship continues to get them into trouble as they make bad decisions together.
The episodes follow the two as they try to handle marriage, raising children, and the challenges of adult life. However, their choices often make their problems even worse.
MacFarlane returns to voice Ted, while Wahlberg plays John. Seyfried voices Sam, and Barth returns as Tami-Lynn.
The series also introduces two new characters. Kyle Mooney voices Apollo, while Liz Richman voices Ruth.
