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Euphoria season 3

Euphoria season 3 is the third and final season of the American psychological drama television series *Euphoria*.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Euphoria season 3 is the third and final season of the American psychological drama series, premiering on HBO on April 12, 2026, with eight episodes that conclude the story.

What it is

Season 3 jumps forward five years from the end of season 2, following Rue, Jules, Cassie, Nate, and Maddy beyond their high school years. The season consists of eight episodes, airing weekly on HBO and streaming on HBO Max, concluding on June 1, 2026.

Why it matters

This season was confirmed as the series' final season, wrapping up the acclaimed psychological drama. The time jump allowed for a mature exploration of the characters' lives after adolescence, marking a significant narrative shift from earlier seasons.

Key details

Filming began in Los Angeles in early 2025, following a delayed production. The season was available on HBO and HBO Max in the U.S., with international distribution on Sky Atlantic and NOW in some markets, including availability for Canadian viewers through related HBO channels.

In short

  • Premiered April 12, 2026, on HBO and HBO Max.
  • Eight episodes, concluding June 1, 2026.
  • Set five years after season 2, moving beyond high school.
  • Confirmed as the final season of the series.
Canadian angle

Canadian viewers could follow the season through HBO-related distribution where available in Canada, and international coverage noted similar scheduling on Sky and NOW in other regions.[2]

Quick questions

When did Euphoria season 3 premiere?
It premiered on HBO on April 12, 2026, with streaming on HBO Max.
How many episodes are in season 3?
There are eight episodes in season 3.
Is season 3 the final season?
Yes, season 3 was identified as the series' final season.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Euphoria_season_3
    Supports: Premiere date, season count, and identification as the third and final season.
  2. Sky — https://www.sky.com/watch/euphoria/season-3-guide
    Supports: Eight-episode count, five-year time jump, release timing, and final-season status.
  3. Rotten Tomatoes — https://editorial.rottentomatoes.com/article/everything-we-know-about-euphoria-season-3/
    Supports: April 2026 premiere timing and release-date reporting.
  4. Radio Times — https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/drama/euphoria-season-3-release-schedule/
    Supports: Episode 8 timing and international release scheduling.
  5. DIRECTV — https://www.directv.com/insider/euphoria-season-3/
    Supports: Premiere date, five-year time jump, eight-episode count, and finale date.
  6. ELLE — https://www.elle.com/culture/movies-tv/a39225786/euphoria-season-three-release-date-cast-news/
    Supports: Filming start in Los Angeles and five-year time jump.