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'Euphoria' S03 filming was like a 'whirlwind' for Zendaya
'Euphoria' S03 filming was intense, says Zendaya

'Euphoria' S03 filming was like a 'whirlwind' for Zendaya

Mar 18, 2026
01:38 pm

What's the story

Hollywood star Zendaya has described the filming of Euphoria's third season as a "whirlwind" experience. Speaking at the premiere of her new movie The Drama, she revealed that the shooting schedule was intense and fast-paced. "I did what I do in eight months in like four months," she told Variety, adding that it felt like they were trying to fit eight episodes into one go.

Anticipation

Zendaya has seen bits of 'Euphoria' S03

Despite the hectic schedule, Zendaya is excited about the upcoming season of Euphoria. She said she had seen a little bit and was excited. "I hope it turns out beautifully." The first trailer for Euphoria Season 3 was released in January, ahead of its premiere on April 12 on HBO and HBO Max.

Cast and plot

Cast and plot of upcoming season

The third season of Euphoria will see the return of main cast members including Sydney Sweeney, Hunter Schafer, Jacob Elordi, Alexa Demie, Maude Apatow, Chloe Cherry, Colman Domingo, and Dominic Fike. However, past cast members Barbie Ferreira, Storm Reid, and Austin Abrams won't be returning. The new season will jump five years into the future with Cassie (Sweeney) and Nate (Elordi) married in the suburbs while Rue lives in Mexico working off her debt to drug dealer Laurie (Martha Kelly).

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Actor's perspective

Elordi called new season 'cinematic'

Elordi, who plays Nate in the series, teased the new season last October. He described it as "incredible" and "incredibly liberating," allowing him to explore a character far removed from his previous roles. He praised series creator Sam Levinson for constructing something "incredibly clever and cinematic." Newcomers to the show include Sharon Stone, Rosalia, Trisha Paytas, Natasha Lyonne, Danielle Deadwyler, Eli Roth, and Marshawn Lynch.

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