Fans of HBO’s hit series Euphoria have been eagerly awaiting news on when their favourite teen drama will return for Season 3.
With major delays sparking speculation about the show’s future, the long-awaited Season 3 is finally on the horizon.
Luckily, now we have some deets!
What’s causing the delay with Euphoria Season 3?
Euphoria premiered on HBO in 2019 with a star-studded cast including Zendaya, Jacob Elordi, Hunter Schafer, Sydney Sweeney, Alexa Demie, Eric Dane, Maude Apatow, Storm Reid, and Colman Domingo. Its second season finished in February 2022.
In March 2024, HBO announced a temporary pause in filming for Season 3. In a statement to Variety, the network reassured fans: “HBO and Sam Levinson remain committed to making an exceptional third season. In the interim, we are allowing our in-demand cast to pursue other opportunities.”
Adding to the delay, HBO and Max content chairman Casey Bloys shared that show creator Sam had been wrestling with the series’ direction.
“There’s been a lot of back and forth,” Casey explained in a June 2024 interview with Variety.
“One of the issues I think that Sam is thinking about is that he doesn’t want to have it in high school anymore. That’s where it was set and what made sense then.
“But I think he’s got a take that he’s excited about, and he’s busy writing.”
Which cast members are returning for Euphoria Season 3?
The core cast is expected to return, with Casey confirming that the main stars, including Zendaya, Jacob, Hunter and Sydney will reprise their roles.
Tragically, the character Fezco is not expected to appear in Euphoria Season 3 following the heartbreaking death of star Angus Cloud, who overdosed in July 2023 at age 25.
Additionally, Barbie Ferreira, who played Kat, will not return after a “mutual” decision to part ways.
Speaking on the Armchair Expert With Dax Shepard podcast, Barbie explained:
“I think my character, who I love dearly, didn’t have a place to go in the story.”
Where can I watch Euphoria Season 3 in Australia?
The first two seasons of Euphoria are available to stream on Binge, and Season 3 will be added to the platform once it (finally!) airs.
