After what feels like an eternity, Euphoria Season 3 is finally in motion, and the buzz surrounding HBO’s boundary-pushing teen drama is louder than ever.
Zendaya, Jacob Elordi, and the rest of the cast are back on set, with Sam Levinson at the helm, crafting what Colman Domingo has teased as a “groundbreaking” season. But what does that really mean?
And will the time jump rumours hold up? Here’s a deep dive into everything you need to know about Euphoria Season 3, from plot speculation to the long-awaited release date.
Why Has Euphoria Season 3 Taken So Long?
If it feels like Euphoria has been stuck in limbo, you’re not wrong. The last episode of Season 2 aired in early 2022, and since then, a cocktail of delays—from the pandemic to industry strikes—has kept the show from moving forward.
HBO had initially aimed for a 2025 release, but between cast scheduling conflicts and Sam Levinson’s shift in focus to The Idol, production kept slipping further down the timeline.
Production Has Finally Begun
After three years, ‘EUPHORIA’ season 3 has finally begun filming. pic.twitter.com/U5iZSeaf6u
— Film Updates (@FilmUpdates) February 6, 2025
As of January 2025, cameras are rolling. Cast members, including Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, Hunter Schafer, Alexa Demie, and Colman Domingo, have been spotted on set in Los Angeles.
Even Tom Holland has been seen hanging around, though let’s not get ahead of ourselves with the crossover theories just yet.
A Time Jump Is Coming
One of the biggest shake-ups for Euphoria Season 3? The characters are moving beyond high school.
HBO executives confirmed that Levinson has been debating how far into the future to take the story.
this season is in a retirement home
— Angelica Reed (@Angelica_Reed1) February 6, 2025
Given that the main cast members are now well into their late 20s (and internet jokes about Euphoria turning into a retirement home have already started), it makes sense to move them out of the high school setting.
Who’s In and Who’s Out?
The core Euphoria cast remains mostly intact, with Zendaya leading the pack as Rue. Jacob Elordi (Nate), Alexa Demie (Maddy), Sydney Sweeney (Cassie), Maude Apatow (Lexi), Hunter Schafer (Jules), and Colman Domingo (Ali) are all returning.
However, some familiar faces won’t be coming back. Storm Reid (Gia) has confirmed her exit, while Barbie Ferreira (Kat) departed the show back in 2022.
The late Angus Cloud’s absence will also be deeply felt, with reports suggesting his character’s fate will be addressed in the new season.
What Will Euphoria Season 3 Be About?
Details remain under wraps, but Colman Domingo has hinted at something “bold and unexpected”.
The time jump opens up plenty of possibilities—will we see Rue navigating early adulthood?
Will the friendships and betrayals of high school still haunt the characters years later?
HBO has promised a season that maintains Euphoria’s signature intensity while pushing its storytelling into new territory.
When Will Euphoria Season 3 Be Released?
@mtvuk Euphoria Season 3 has officially started filming, and is eyeing a 2026 release ✨ #Euphoria #Zendaya #AlexaDemie #SydneySweeney #HunterSchafer #JacobElordi #MTVCeleb ♬ original sound – vzaudioss
Unfortunately, the wait isn’t over just yet. The latest reports indicate that while filming will continue throughout 2025, the show isn’t expected to premiere until 2026.
Given the amount of time Euphoria takes to produce, that timeline tracks—but it’s still a long wait for fans desperate to see what happens next.
The Road Ahead for Euphoria Season 3
Three years is an eternity in TV time, and Euphoria fans have been hanging on through every delay, production stall, and vague interview hint.
But if Levinson and the cast truly deliver on their promise of a transformative season, the wait might just pay off.
Either way, Season 3 is shaping up to be the most talked-about chapter yet.
So, will Euphoria stick the landing, or is it running on borrowed time? At this point, only Levinson knows for sure.
But one thing’s certain—the hype is real, and Euphoria isn’t done making waves just yet.
