fans aren’t the only ones who want answers about when the show will return — the cast would love to know too. The HBO series, which premiered in June 2019, follows troubled high school student Rue ( ) as she struggles to remain sober after rehab. The ensemble cast includes and more.
was quickly renewed for a second season but it took nearly three years for the episodes to air, with HBO ordering two individual specials about the to air in the meantime. The third season was originally set to air on HBO in 2025 before it was hit with several delays, including creator ’s commitment to his short-lived series and Zendaya’s busy schedule. The delay increased , which took place in late 2023.
“We’ve been through strikes before, you know, they increase the cost,” HBO CEO said in November 2023 about potential production costs increasing as a result. “I don’t see a scenario where I go, ‘Well, I was going to make another tentpole show, but now I’m not going to because we have to pay X amount more.’ I don’t think it works like that.
” Production was delayed again . “HBO and [creator] Sam Levinson remain committed to making an exceptional third season,” a spokesperson for the network told in March 2024. “In the interim, we are allowing our in-demand cast to pursue other opportunities.
” Several cast members — including Zendaya — have since hinted that they were as in the dark as fans about the future of the show. Keep scrolling for everything ‘s stars.
