Summary

• Euphoria season 3 news reveals that the upcoming season will not arrive until 2025.
• The sad news of Angus Cloud's passing may impact the narrative of Euphoria season 3, especially since his character, Fez, was involved in a cliffhanger ending in season 2.
• Euphoria season 3 has been confirmed and renewed by HBO, showcasing the network's confidence in the show's continued success despite delays.

HBO's hit teen drama starring Zendaya wrapped up season 2 in February 2022, and over a year later, Euphoria season 3 news is trickling in. After first premiering in 2019, Euphoria season 2 was a long time coming with over two years between the first and second seasons (save for two special episodes focused on Zendaya's character Rue and Hunter Schafer's character Jules). Euphoria season 2 proved to be controversial even as its popularity skyrocketed, promoting fervent discussions of the show on social media about both behind-the-scenes drama and some of the creative decisions made throughout its run.

Euphoria season 2 picks up sometime after the events of the season 1 finale, with Rue having relapsed and still estranged from her (now ex-) girlfriend Jules after she left her at the train station. Jules is unaware that Rue has relapsed even though it's instantly clear that things aren't right. Where Euphoria goes from here remains unclear as the season 2 ending doesn't paint the clearest picture of what the show's future could look like. Despite these flaws, the confidence with which the show operates indicates that Euphoria season 3 could top its predecessor.

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The Latest Euphoria Season 3 News

Zendaya Speaks Out About Season 3

the fate of Euphoria season 3 is anything but certain, and Zendaya's non-commital attitude is another bad sign.

With the third season shaping up to be one of the most controversial and beleaguered outings in TV history, the latest news sees Zendaya finally weigh in on Euphoria season 3. Leading the show's first two seasons, and undoubtedly its biggest star, the Rue actor finally broke her silence regarding the complicated production status of season 3. Unfortunately, she could only admit that she is "not in charge" and that she isn't sure it will even happen. With conflicting reports abounding, the fate of Euphoria season 3 is anything but certain, and Zendaya's non-commital attitude is another bad sign.

Read Zendaya's full comments below:

If it’s right for the characters and everything turns out the way it should, of course. But it’s beyond me .

Euphoria Season 3 Is Confirmed

More Drama Is On The Way

After the massive increase in viewership that season 2 experienced, Euphoria season 3 has officially been renewed at HBO. There's no word yet on how many episodes the season will feature, although it can be assumed that it will run for eight, just like the first two. Euphoria season 3 news revealed the pickup just a few weeks into its second season run, making it clear that HBO is banking on the show as one of its biggest hits.

Euphoria Season 3 Production Status

Don't Expect New Episodes Until 2025

Unfortunately, even though Euphoria season 3 news confirms the season has been greenlit by HBO, that doesn't mean it'll be released any time soon. Amid delays due to scheduling, and losing most of 2023 due to the Hollywood strikes, it has now been revealed that Euphoria season 3 won't return until 2025. HBO has yet to provide a more specific release window at this time. Despite Sydney Sweeney revealing that Euphoria would begin filming in March 2024, the production has been delayed again.

The WGA and SAG/AFTRA strikes ran from May to November 2023 and resulted in many TV and movie productions being delayed or put on hold.

Euphoria Season 3 Cast

Who Will Return For Season 3?

While there has been no official Euphoria season 3 casting announcements, two returns have already seemingly been confirmed. Dominic Fike recently revealed that he will "absolutely" return in season 3 as Elliot (via NME). HBO executive Casey Bloys also confirmed that Zendaya will return as Rue in Euphoria season 3 after doubts the megastar wouldn't return to focus on other projects. Unfortunately, following Angus Cloud's passing, Fez likely won't feature in Euphoria season 3. Though recasting is possible, Cloud's unique and memorable performance would make that a huge risk.

While the main cast is expected to return en masse, the only question mark was Barbie Ferreira as Kat Hernandez. After several notable clashes with showrunner Sam Levinson Ferreira finally announced she was leaving Euphoria because she didn't like where her character was headed. The actress revealed why she left, saying (via Cinema Blend):

"I think my character, who I love so dearly, I don't think there was a place for her to go. … I think there were places she could have gone. I just don't think it would have fit into the show. I just don't know if it was going to do her justice."

Besides those changes, the actors expected back for season 3 include:

Euphoria Season 3 Story Details

What Happens Next In Season 3?

Despite a controversial run and a somewhat confounding finale, Euphoria season 2's ending sets up numerous possibilities for the Euphoria season 3 story. While it's unclear where some characters are headed - Rue seems to be on a path of redemption, but there is also a hint that she might relapse - there are relationships that need following up on.

From Fez's downfall and his response to the death of Ashtray to Cassie and Maddy's relationship (and the former's romance with Nate), there's plenty to mine for Euphoria season 3. However, Angus Cloud's passing will likely necessitate some story changes to account for his absence. After other characters like Kat, Jules, and Elliot were sidelined, though, it's unclear what's in store for them in the upcoming season.

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  Euphoria

  Summary:

  Euphoria follows a group of high school students as they navigate love and friendships in a world of drugs, sex, trauma and social media. The series is executive produced by Drake, along with manager Future the Prince. The ensemble cast includes: actor and singer Zendaya, Maude Apatow (Girls), Angus Cloud, Eric Dane, Alexa Demie, Jacob Elordi, Barbie Ferreira, Nika King, Storm Reid, Hunter Schafer, Algee Smith and Sydney Sweeney (Sharp Objects).

  Release Date:

  2019-06-16

  Cast:

  Storm Reid, Jacob Elordi, Maude Apatow, Hunter Schafer, Zendaya, Barbie Ferreira, Alexa Demie, Nika King, Colman Domingo, Eric Dane, Sydney Sweeney, Angus Cloud, Algee Smith

  Genres:

  Drama

  Seasons:

  2

  Rating:

  TV-MA

  Story By:

  Ron Leshem, Daphna Levin

  Streaming Service(s):

  Max

  Directors:

  Augustine Frizzell, Sam Levinson, Jennifer Morrison, Pippa Bianco

  Showrunner:

  Sam Levinson