Key Takeaways:
– HBO along with Sam Levinson confirms the delay in filming Season 3 of Euphoria, with no firm start date set.
– The delay is attributed to dual strikes from writers’ and actors’ unions, and uncompleted scripts.
– HBO is allowing the cast to pursue other projects amidst the delay, hinting at potential scheduling issues.
– Season 3 could see themes related to existential questions regarding current societal norms.
– HBO hopes for a return of Euphoria in 2025.
Renowned for its daring and controversial content, HBO’s hit show Euphoria encounters a pause in the production of its highly anticipated third season. The holdup, as clarified by Francesca Orsi, HBO’s Head of Drama, appears to be the result of multiple factors, primarily the dual strikes from writers’ and actors’ unions.
Project Halted Amid Union Strikes and Scripting Delays
Originally, showrunner Sam Levinson planned to work on Euphoria’s third season simultaneously as his other HBO series, Idol, entered the post-production phase. However, Levinson’s plans hit a snag due to union strikes, forcing a halt in the production.
Adding to the complications, Orsi mentioned, “At this point, we don’t have countless scripts. We can’t start shooting, so the delivery of that show — ideally in 2025 — will depend on when we can pick back up with Sam Levinson, who is just finishing posts on Idol.”
Cast Given the Green Light for Other Projects amidst Delay
While the production grapples with the delay, HBO, in a statement to Deadline, shared their interim strategy. They are enabling their high-in-demand cast to explore other opportunities during this downtime. This approach allows Levinson to refine the scripts for season 3. A significant start date for the production remains undecided, but shooting is expected to commence in the upcoming months.
Sydney Sweeney, during the SXSW premiere of her movie Immaculate, was asked about her plans post-festival. The actress stated that she would be diving into Euphoria once she gets a break.
Potential Themes for Season 3 and Scheduling Woes Ahead
Academy Award nominee Colman Domingo shed some light on the series’ upcoming themes in a conversation about the delay. He alluded to how Levinson, with his persistent writing and rewriting, shows interest in the existential question of our current era. Domingo said, “That’s what he wants to figure out with season three.”
With HBO allowing its cast members like Domingo, Sweeney, and Zendaya to pursue other projects, there could be future scheduling hitches. A similar instance of complications arose with shows like Arrested Development and Community, where the stacked schedules of cast members made reunions difficult.
Despite the delay, the series has created a significant buzz among its audiences. Fans eagerly anticipate what provocative subjects the upcoming season might explore. The delay might turn out to be a silver lining as the showrunner polishes the scripts and the actors delve into diverse roles before returning to Euphoria with refreshed perspectives and experiences in 2025.
