In the second season, the family was threatened by an investigative reporter, an old friend from Eli's criminal past, and a mysterious group of biker-riding killers. In the third season, it is clear that the clan's troubles are far from over. McBride created, writes and produces the series.
HBO revealed the following about season three of The Righteous Gemstones:
"The Righteous Gemstones tells the story of a world-famous televangelist family with a long tradition of deviance, greed, and charitable work. When the spoiled Gemstone children finally get their wish to take control of the Church, they discover leadership is harder than they imagined and that their extravagant lifestyle comes with a heavy price."
The HBO comedy series returns on Sunday, June 18.
Watch a trailer for the third season for The Righteous Gemstones below.
