Eight new episodes of 'Lilyhammer' will be available on Netflix Nov. 21

BEVERLY HILLS , Calif., Oct. 16 (UPI) -- The eight-episode third season of the Norway-set mob comedy Lilyhammer, starring Steven Van Zandt, will be available on Netflix Nov. 21, the online streaming giant announced Thursday.

The one-hour series follows the exploits of former gangster Frank "“The Fixer" Tagliano as he makes a new life under the federal witness protection program in Lillehammer.

Seasons 1 and 2 of the show are streaming now.

"Lilyhammer is a funny and fantastic example of programming for a global audience -- a comedic culture clash that'’s drawn in viewers from around the world," Ted Sarandos, Netflix's chief content officer, said in a statement. "We’'re especially proud of the many international awards the show has earned, cementing its cross-cultural appeal."

Van Zandt is best known as a member of Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band and a former co-star of HBO's The Sopranos.