Movies Explore: Where Was The Night Agent Season 3 Filmed? Istanbul and New York Locations You Can Spot

The Night Agent Season 3 Filming Locations: Istanbul & New York (What’s Confirmed + What to Watch For)

Last updated: February 9, 2026

If you’re here for a filming-location scavenger hunt, Season 3 of The Night Agent is basically built for it: Netflix has confirmed the season began production in Istanbul and then moved back to New York State as the primary filming base. With the Season 3 teaser/trailer now out, we can also match at least one major set piece to a real, easy-to-spot Istanbul landmark.

Quick answer: where Season 3 was filmed

Istanbul, Türkiye (early production and key Season 3 story setup)
New York State (Netflix calls it the primary filming location)
New York City specifically is heavily involved, with reporting and interviews indicating the majority of the season filmed there

One of the easiest “pause-and-point” Istanbul spots from the teaser is a soccer stadium sequence, which lines up with reports that Beşiktaş’ Tüpraş Stadium was used during Istanbul filming.

Watch the Season 3 teaser (then come back and location-spot)

Location-spotting tip: the teaser’s stadium moment is the cleanest “this is definitely a real place” clue we have before the full season drops.

Istanbul filming locations you can spot

Netflix has openly framed Istanbul as the on-screen kickoff for Peter’s next mission, and multiple outlets highlighted that the production filmed in Istanbul and used a major stadium location. That gives fans a great anchor point for spotting Istanbul on-screen.

Location	Area	Why it’s spot-able on screen	How to visit
Tüpraş Stadium (Beşiktaş)	Beşiktaş	Reported as a featured filming location, and the Season 3 teaser includes a packed soccer-stadium sequence—exactly the kind of space that reads instantly as “Istanbul football culture.”	Search for stadium tours or match-day experiences; even the exterior and the surrounding Beşiktaş streets are great for photos.
Beşiktaş streets (likely exteriors near the stadium)	Beşiktaş	Even when shows don’t name the street, Beşiktaş has a recognizable look: steep lanes, tight traffic, and a very “live” neighborhood energy that sells action staging.	Build a walking loop around the stadium area and the waterfront—ideal for recreating “agent-on-the-move” vibes without needing a map of exact takes.

The fun part: Istanbul is visually loud in the best way—signage, textures, and the density of streets mean you can often identify a district even when the camera is moving fast.

New York filming locations you can spot

Netflix has stated Season 3 returned to New York State as the primary filming location, and reporting/interviews indicate a big chunk of the season was filmed in New York City. That’s a huge deal for authenticity: you’re not just getting establishing shots—you’re getting the light, scale, and street geometry that’s hard to fake.

What’s confirmed

New York State is the primary filming base (Netflix confirmation).
NYC-heavy production is widely reported, including commentary that the majority of the season filmed in New York City.

What to look for when you’re watching (a practical NYC spotting checklist)

Street furniture clues: NYC-style subway entrances, corner curb cuts, and the specific look of traffic lights and street signs.
Bridge-and-river geometry: quick cuts often reveal the East River, Manhattan waterfront, or distinctive bridge silhouettes.
“Real” crowd behavior: New Yorkers ignore chaos differently than extras on a closed set—background movement can give away a true location.
Newsroom/office exteriors: if the season leans into journalist storylines, expect recognizable Midtown/Downtown glass-and-stone streetscapes.

If you want a head start on the show’s New York visual language, it’s worth revisiting how the series has previously used real NYC space. This Season 2 locations guide is a good reference point for the kinds of New York places the show has leaned on before: Season 2 locations guide.

How to spot locations fast (even during the chaos)

Freeze on signage: street names, shop awnings, transit icons, and language are the fastest identifiers—especially in Istanbul.
Look behind the stunt: directors love framing action against big shapes (stadium bowls, bridge spans, wide avenues).
Listen for ambience: calls to prayer timing, ferry horns, and street sound texture can quietly signal Istanbul vs. NYC.
Track the “travel logic”: if a scene cuts from a tight alley to a massive open plaza without time passing, it may be a different nearby location—or a clever cheat.

What Reddit Theories Say About Istanbul and New York

Reddit tends to split into two camps: (1) fans treating Istanbul as the “fresh start” for a new mission structure, and (2) fans zooming in on character dynamics and what a New York-heavy season means for the show’s political thriller vibe.

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And yes—relationship discourse still dominates. Even when the conversation starts with locations, it usually ends with “what does this mean for Peter’s life?”

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FAQ

Was The Night Agent Season 3 actually filmed in Istanbul?

Yes—Netflix has confirmed Season 3 began production in Istanbul, and the teaser/trailer leans into Istanbul as the opening mission setting.

Was Season 3 filmed in New York or “made to look like” New York?

Netflix has confirmed New York State was the primary filming location for Season 3, and reporting indicates the season filmed heavily in New York City.

What’s the easiest Istanbul location to spot?

The soccer-stadium sequence is the clearest, most “instantly identifiable” location clue from pre-release footage. Reports also singled out Beşiktaş’ Tüpraş Stadium.

When does The Night Agent Season 3 come out?

Netflix has announced Season 3 drops on February 19, 2026.

Where Was The Night Agent Season 3 Filmed? Istanbul and New York Locations You Can Spot