Zendaya
Eddy Chen/HBOeuphoria fans aren’t the only ones who wanted answers about when the show would return; the cast also wanted to know before the release date was announced.
The HBO series, which premiered in June 2019, follows troubled high school student Rue (Zendaya) as she struggles to stay sober after rehab. The cast of the set includes Hunter SchaferAlexa Demie, Jacob Lord, Sydney Sweeney, Maude Apatow, Colman Domingo and more
euphoria was quickly renewed for a second season, but it took almost three years for the episodes to air, and HBO ordered two stand-alone specials about the consequences of the breakup of Rue and Jules (Schafer). to issue in the meantime.
The third season was originally set to air on HBO in 2025 before suffering several delays, including from the creator. Sam Levinsonthe commitment of his ephemeral series The Idol and Zendaya’s busy schedule. The delay increased during the dual WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikeswhich took place at the end of 2023.
“We’ve had strikes before, you know, they drive up the cost,” the HBO CEO said Casey Bloys he said in November 2023 about potential increased production costs as a result. “I don’t see a scenario where he’s like, ‘Well, I was going to do another show, but now I’m not going to because we have to pay X amount more.’ I don’t think it’s going to work that way.”
Production was delayed again no official start date. “HBO and (creator) Sam Levinson remain committed to an outstanding third season,” a network spokesperson said. Us Weekly in March 2024. “Meanwhile, we allow our in-demand cast to pursue other opportunities.”
HBO confirmed that Season 3 officially wrapped in February 2025 and that the show is returning in April 2026.
Several cast members, including Zendaya, hinted that they were just as in the dark as fans about the show’s future. Keep scrolling throughout euphoria‘s stars had this to say about the delays:
Waiting for the Call
Two years after Season 2 premiered on HBO, Elordi admitted he had no idea when he did he would reprise his role as Nate.
“I don’t know (when we resume shooting). Do you know?” Elordi joked The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in January 2024. “I hope it’s soon, or they’re going to have to Benjamin Button or something. I’m going to have a sore back walking down the aisle, you know?”
Elordi shared his hopes for a potential time jump, adding, “I guess we’re going to have to move forward, otherwise it’s going to look a little weird.”
The season 2 finale of Euphoria introduced many twists and turns that ended up leaving the audience with more questions than answers. While the entire season hinted at the possible demise of Fez (Angus Cloud), it was actually his younger brother who ended up dead after they ran out on the police. Instead of allowing Fes to take (…)
mixed signals
Sydney Sweeney.
Eddy Chen/HBO MaxSweeney (Cassie) hinted in March 2024 that production would start again soon when she discussed her busy schedule. “I come in euphoria“, he said Josh Horowitz about his plans after being on back-to-back press tours anyone but you Madame Web i immaculate.
Sweeney was also asked if he saw it any script for next seasonto which she sheepishly replied, “Maybe. I don’t know.”
Later that month, HBO confirmed further filming delays and noted that cast members were able to take on other projects amid the ongoing hiatus.
Large shooting gaps
“Season 3 is coming out. I don’t know. Don’t ask me. I don’t know. It’s one of those things.” Nika Kingwho plays Zendaya’s on-screen mom, said during a stand-up show in March 2024. “People say, ‘We need season 3.’ I’m like, ‘Bitch, I need season 3. I haven’t paid my rent in six months.’
She continued: “You’re laughing and I mean it. I haven’t booked anything since euphoriathat’s some bulls—t. I thought my career was on the rise. After Euphoria I thought it was good. It doesn’t work that way. i called (Taraji P. Henson), she said, “Bitch, get used to it.”
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not surprised
After the news that Euphoria was not yet going into production, Storm Reid hinted that the future is very much up in the air.
“I hope the viewers and the audience can finish the show,” said Reid, who plays Rue’s sister Gia. variety in March 2024. “I think we should handle the show carefully. We put our heart and soul into it.”
Reid was asked if he was surprised by the delay, to which he said yes and no, adding: “We’re all hoping to be able to come back tomorrow, but there are logistics that need to be worked out. So while I’m a little disappointed, I’m not surprised. I know if we do come back, I’m sure we’ll still be representing the real world.”
An unclear status
Despite being an executive producer, Zendaya said yes no information about euphoriathird season of.
“I don’t know. (I’m) not responsible,” Zendaya said variety in April 2024 on if euphoria will continue “If it’s right for the characters and everything works out the way it should, sure, but it’s beyond me.”
Maintain a positive outlook
“I’m optimistic he’ll be back” Eric Danewho plays Cal Jacobs, shared during a June 2024 episode of Today with Hoda and Jenna. “There’s a lot of appetite for this show and it’s too good to let go.”
Dane also praised the series for its “spectacular” writing, noting that he knew it was a special project “from the jump.”
Kept in the dark
In June 2024, Chloe Cherry he said he didn’t know anything about the future of the show. “No one talks to me. They don’t really talk to me,” he told the Daily Mail at the time. “I would definitely go back, but I’m left in the dark, let’s face it.”