Euphoria fans have been eagerly awaiting news about when the show will return for its third season, and it turns out that the cast is just as much in the dark as the viewers. The HBO series, which first premiered in June 2019, follows the troubled high school student Rue, played by Zendaya, as she navigates sobriety after rehab. The ensemble cast includes Hunter Schafer, Alexa Demie, Jacob Elordi, Sydney Sweeney, Maude Apatow, Colman Domingo, and more. Despite being rapidly renewed for a second season, it took nearly three years for the episodes to air, with two specials about Rue and Jules’ breakup airing in the meantime.
Originally, the third season was set to air in 2025 but was delayed due to various factors, including creator Sam Levinson’s commitment to another series and Zendaya’s busy schedule. Production was further delayed due to the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes in late 2023, which impacted production costs. HBO CEO Casey Bloys emphasized the network’s commitment to making an exceptional third season despite the challenges. Despite delays, the network remains dedicated to the show and allowing the cast to pursue other opportunities in the interim.
Several cast members, including Zendaya, have expressed their uncertainty about the future of the show and when it will return for season 3. Jacob Elordi joked about the lack of information regarding filming, hinting at a potential time jump for his character Nate. Sydney Sweeney also hinted at a potential return to production soon based on her busy schedule, although HBO confirmed further delays and allowed cast members to pursue other projects during the hiatus. Nika King, who portrays Zendaya’s onscreen mother, expressed frustration at the delays, highlighting the impact on her career and financial stability.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding the show’s return, cast members like Storm Reid remain hopeful that the audience will eventually see the completion of the series. Reid emphasized the care and authenticity that the cast puts into their performances and hopes that the continuation of the show will accurately represent real-world experiences. Zendaya, despite being an executive producer on the show, admitted to having no information about the potential return of Euphoria for season 3. She emphasized that the decision ultimately lies beyond her control but expressed openness to the series continuing if it aligns with the characters’ journeys and feels right.
As fans eagerly await news of Euphoria’s return for season 3, it seems that uncertainty and delays have left both viewers and the cast in the dark. Despite the challenges and setbacks faced in production, the commitment to delivering an exceptional season remains strong from both HBO and the cast. With hints of potential production beginning soon, audiences can only hope that the beloved series will return to continue exploring the complex and raw experiences of its characters in the highly anticipated third season. Until then, fans, along with the cast, will have to wait patiently for updates on when Euphoria will make its much-awaited return.
