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Euphoria‘s season 2 finale introduced many twists and turns that ended with the audience having more questions than answers.

Even though the entire season hinted at Fez’s (Angus Cloud) potential demise, it was actually his little brother that ended up dying after they were sold out to the police. Instead of allowing Fez to take the blame for his crimes, Ashtray (Javon Walton) locked himself in the bathroom with several guns and died off screen in a shootout with the cops.

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Following the finale, Cloud weighed in on his character having to deal with the loss of his younger brother, telling Variety in February 2022: “He just felt like Ash was so young that he wanted him to still have a chance at living a whole life. They definitely brothers. They raised each other. So it’s like, as close as you can get.”

The third season was ultimately delayed due to the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes and creator Sam Levinson‘s busy schedule. In July 2023, tragedy struck the cast as Cloud’s family confirmed his death at age 25.

Scroll down for everything we know so far about Euphoria season 3:

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'Euphoria' Season 3: Everything to Know So Far

Euphoria's season 2 finale introduced many twists and turns that ended with the audience having more questions than answers. Even though the entire season hinted at Fez's (Angus Cloud) potential demise, it was actually his little brother that ended up dying after they were sold out to the police. Instead of allowing Fez to take the blame for his crimes, Ashtray (Javon Walton) locked himself in the bathroom with several guns and died off screen in a shootout with the cops. Following the finale, Cloud weighed in on his character having to deal with the loss of his younger brother, telling Variety in February 2022: "He just felt like Ash was so young that he wanted him to still have a chance at living a whole life. They definitely brothers. They raised each other. So it’s like, as close as you can get." The third season was ultimately delayed due to the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes and creator Sam Levinson's busy schedule. In July 2023, tragedy struck the cast as Cloud's family confirmed his death at age 25. Scroll down for everything we know so far about Euphoria season 3:

Credit: HBO/Kobal/Shutterstock

'Euphoria' Season 3: Everything to Know So Far

Euphoria's season 2 finale introduced many twists and turns that ended with the audience having more questions than answers. Even though the entire season hinted at Fez's (Angus Cloud) potential demise, it was actually his little brother that ended up dying after they were sold out to the police. Instead of allowing Fez to take the blame for his crimes, Ashtray (Javon Walton) locked himself in the bathroom with several guns and died off screen in a shootout with the cops. Following the finale, Cloud weighed in on his character having to deal with the loss of his younger brother, telling Variety in February 2022: "He just felt like Ash was so young that he wanted him to still have a chance at living a whole life. They definitely brothers. They raised each other. So it’s like, as close as you can get." The third season was ultimately delayed due to the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes and creator Sam Levinson's busy schedule. In July 2023, tragedy struck the cast as Cloud's family confirmed his death at age 25. Scroll down for everything we know so far about Euphoria season 3:

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When Will Season 3 Air?

HBO renewed Euphoria for a third season in February 2022 — but didn't offer a premiere date yet. Based on the show's past filming schedule, Euphoria was expected to return in late 2023 or early 2024. However, the dual WGA and SAG strikes initially pushed production back and HBO later confirmed that Euphoria was delayed again.

“HBO and [creator] Sam Levinson remain committed to making an exceptional third season,” a spokesperson for the network told Us Weekly in March 2024. “In the interim, we are allowing our in-demand cast to pursue other opportunities."

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When Is Filming Set to Start?

During an interview with Variety, Eric Dane confirmed that there were plans to start shooting season 3 in November 2022, adding, "It’s always going to be changing."

Production was ultimately delayed due to the 2023 WGA strike, Levinson’s other project The Idol and Zendaya’s busy schedule. “Euphoria is one of those [shows] that we had begun writing in tandem with post-production on Idol, but at this point, we don’t have countless scripts,” HBO executive Francesca Orsi said to TV Line in May 2023. “We can’t start shooting, so the delivery of that show — ideally in 2025 — will be determined on when we can pick back up with Sam, who at this point is [not writing] and just finishing post on Idol.”

Zendaya confirmed in November 2024 that filming is set to begin in early 2025. “[Euphoria] is slated for January, I believe,” she told Vanity Fair. “I haven’t read anything yet, but I’m excited to see what everyone has been working on, and what the future looks like for Euphoria. I don’t really have much of an answer except for right now it’s set to start shooting in January.”

HBO offered a first look at filming in February 2025.

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What Will Season 3 Explore?

The season 2 finale seemingly wrapped up Rue's (Zendaya) journey to reach sobriety. In August 2023, Levinson revealed during an interview with Elle that he views season 3 as a “film noir” that will explore “what it means to be an individual with principles in a corrupt world” through the eyes of Rue.

Maddy (Alexa Demie) and Cassie's (Sydney Sweeney) fight also presented an opportunity for their former friendship to be explored in season 3.

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Is a Time Jump Set for 'Euphoria' Season 3?

Zendaya hopes the new episodes take viewers past graduation. "I think it’ll be exciting to explore the characters out of high school," she told The Hollywood Reporter when asked about her hopes for the third season in August 2022. "I want to see what Rue looks like in her sobriety journey, how chaotic that might look. But also with all the characters, in the sense where they’re trying to figure out what to do with their lives when high school is over and what kind of people they want to be."

HBO CEO and chairman Casey Bloys confirmed in June 2024 that Levinson was planning a major time jump.

“One of the issues I think that Sam is thinking about is that he doesn’t want to have it in high school anymore,” Bloys shared at the time. “That’s where it was set and what made sense then. So when you take it out of that, there’s a lot of back and forth about where to set it and how far in the future to set it and all that stuff. But I think he’s got a take that he’s excited about, and he’s busy writing.”

Season 3 is bringing in some new faces including Marshawn Lynch, Rosalia, Kadeem Hardison, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje and Toby Wallace. Priscilla Delgado, James Landry Hébert, Darrell Britt-Gibson and Anna Van Patten have also joined the cast.

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Will Elliot Return?

During an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in February 2022, Dominic Fike confirmed that he will "absolutely" be coming back for the third season.

Nearly two years later, however, Fike changed his tune. “I don’t really talk to them anymore," he told Variety, referring to the team involved with Euphoria. "That be dope, though, who knows? I've got stuff to do.”

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Where Is Cal's Story Heading?

Nate (Jacob Elordi) may have gotten his father arrested, but Cal's journey isn't over just yet. "There's gonna be redemption. I mean, that's the trajectory he's on," Dane explained to Variety in February 2022. "I can't imagine Cal's life from solitary confinement. It's tough to work Cal into the story line when he's behind bars."

The Grey's Anatomy alum added that he would love to see his character "repair his relationship" with his son. Dane died at age 53 in February 2026.

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Could Ashtray Return?

“I hope he realizes that drugs isn't the right path for him,” Walton teased of a potential season 3 return to Entertainment Weekly in March 2022. “He needs to just focus on himself cause he's given another chance at life if he is back. So, you know, he needs to make the most of it. He's a 13-year-old boy in the show, you know, he has a lot to live for.”

That August, the Georgia native told E! News that he had "no clue" if his character would make a comeback. "And I'm not just saying that. With Euphoria, it's pretty random, and if I do end up coming back, I'll probably know last second that I am."

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Will Zendaya Direct?

The Spiderman: No Way Home star told Vogue Italia in July that she “was supposed to direct episode 6” of season 2 but ultimately didn’t have enough time. "Next season, probably," she revealed when asked whether season 3 of the HBO show would feature her directorial debut.

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Who Isn't Returning?

In August 2022, Barbie Ferreira revealed she would not be appearing in season 3 of the HBO Max series.

“After four years of getting to embody the most special and enigmatic character Kat, I’m having to say a very teary-eyed goodbye,” the Unpregnant actress, who portrays Kat Hernandez on the first two installments of the show, wrote via her Instagram Story. “I hope many of you could see yourself in her like I did and that she brought you joy to see her journey into the character she is today. I put all my care and love into her and I hope you guys could feel it.”

In November 2024, Storm Reid revealed that she won’t appear in season 3 as Rue’s little sister, Gia. “I’m very excited for Season 3,” Reid told Rotten Tomatoes. “Unfortunately, Gia’s not returning to the third season, but I am so, so indebted to the cast and the crew of that show, to HBO. Euphoria’s a really special thing and I’m so glad that that’s a part of my legacy and that I was a part of such a cultural phenomenon … I can’t wait to see what Season 3 has in store.”

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How Top-Secret Are the Season 3 Details?

Nika King, who plays Rue's mom Leslie, exclusively told Us Weekly that she was not able to dish anything specific — but she teased that it's going to be a good season.

"Woah girl, you trying to get me fired," King joked to Us in September 2022. "No, girl. I can't tease. Ain't no teasing. But it's gonna be an amazing season 3. I mean I think every character has more life to them and Sam is going to bring those characters to life, and I just can't wait to see what he cooks up."

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What Does Jacob Elordi Want to See Happen Next?

During an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in January 2024, Elordi admitted he had no clue when he would reprise his role as Nate again.

“I don’t know [when we resume filming]. Do you know?” Elordi joked with the host. “I hope it’s soon, or they’re going to have to Benjamin Button me or something. I’m going to have a bad back walking down the hallway, you know?”

Elordi mentioned his hopes for a potential time jump, adding, “I’m assuming that we’ll have to go forward, otherwise it’s going to seem, like a weird bit.”

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