After the first season of Euphoria, we didn’t think HBO’s hit teen show could get any more intense. Then Season 2 came and blew the first one out of the water, starting with its violent premiere, continuing with new characters, and a terrifying overdose from Rue. And that’s only in the first half. Clearly showrunner Sam Levinson and his crew are going with the 'bigger is better' philosophy.
Before the show’s second season has even finished, we've already got news: HBO has renewed the show for Season 3. According to Variety, the show not only retained its viewership from the first season—it doubled it. A renewal had to be a no-brainer for HBO. That means Rue, Jules, and the rest of their friends (and enemies) will return again, hopefully sooner rather than later.
Plus, another season means even more incredible music from the show’s music supervisor Jen Malone, and the musician Labrinth, who both helps curate and creates original music for the show. Seriously, the soundtrack is nothing but bangers.
Mirroring her statement from the Season 2 renewal, Francesca Orti, executive vice president of HBO programming, said the A24-produced show went to “extraordinary heights, challenging narrative convention and form, while maintaining its heart,” Variety reports. That’s corporate speak for smash hit.
So, when can we expect more from the larger-than-life teenagers and their dramatic, heartbreaking lives? Scroll down to find out.
When Will Euphoria Season 3 Air?
That's up in the air. While 2023's WGA strikes are now over, SAG-AFTRA is still on strike, which means Euphoria won't be able to film until at least 2024, and that's if the script is ready as soon as the strike ends.
According to Variety, HBO has confirmed the series won't return until 2025.
Who will be in the Euphoria Season 3 cast?
It’s safe to say Zendaya, Hunter Schafer, and their main co-stars including Alexa Demie, Sydney Sweeney, and Jacob Elordi will return. No word yet on if newcomers Dominic Fike or Chloe Cherry will make a reprisal of their roles.
Sadly, there'll be a major absence when Euphoria does return. Angus Cloud, who played Fez on the show, passed away in July 2023. There's no question his presence in the show will be palpable.
One possible addition (if only for his vocal support) is Tom Holland. News circulated earlier this year the Spider-Man star really, really, really wanted to cameo in the show. According to Buzzfeed News, the star even hung around on set while the show filmed Season 2 and snuck into a photo with the cast. Now, with a definite Season 3 in the works, Holland's spirited campaign can continue (and we support it).
How Many Episodes Will There Be?
Most likely, the third season will follow the first two and consist of eight episodes.
What will season 3 be about?
At the end of season 2, Rue tells the audience through voice over that she stayed clean for the remainder of the school year—that year being her sophomore year. Maddy, Cassie, and Kat all appear to be juniors at the end of season 2. If Rue’s narration covers the remainder of that school year, we might see season 3 picking up the next year—or possible that summer—with Rue, Lexi, and Jules going into junior year, and Nate, Maddy, Cassie, and Kat all going into senior year.
Some unresolved plot points will be Rue and Jules’ relationship following what appears to be a breakup in the final moments of season 2. Rue’s narration suggests that things ended for the best, but we aren’t sure what happens to their friendship. Same with Maddy and Cassie’s friendship. And Cassie and Nate’s relationship. And just Nate’s relationship with everyone.
There’s also the question of Fez and Ashtray. Due to Cloud's passing, it's possible we won't return to Fez and Ashtray's story, but we'll likely get at least a mention of whether Fez or Ashtray survived that terrifying police raid.
Laurie also hasn’t been paid back by Rue yet. So there’s potentially drama there as well.
