Disappointed Viewers Criticize ‘Euphoria’ Season 3 Premiere
After a four-year wait, the groundbreaking series Euphoria made its return on Sunday, April 12, 2023, with the premiere of Season 3. The episode has sparked a wave of criticism from fans and critics alike.
Viewer Discontent Over Euphoria Season 3 Premiere
The season opener featured controversial scenes. Rue, played by Zendaya, was shown consuming drugs. Meanwhile, Cassie, portrayed by Sydney Sweeney, drew attention by dressing in unusual costumes for her OnlyFans account, created as a means to fund her wedding to Nate, played by Jacob Elordi.
Strong Reactions on Social Media
The premiere received negative feedback from several viewers. Many expressed disappointment regarding the show’s direction, which has traditionally focused on provocative themes. The Guardian described the episode as “grubby” and “desperate.”
- Rue’s drug use sparked significant backlash.
- Cassie’s odd dress choice was criticized for being inappropriate.
On social media, reactions were swift and vocal. One viewer lamented, “Euphoria back on our screens, but it’s just [creator] Sam Levinson’s weird nasty fantasies being shown.” Others pointed out the discomfort with some of the content, with comments like, “This is so embarrassing” and “The first episode is disturbing, guys.”
Faltering Fan Support
While some fans hinted at continuing to watch the season, a significant portion voiced their intent to abandon the show. Comments like, “I just watched the first episode and decided to skip the rest,” illustrate a growing dismay towards the series’ current trajectory.
Future of Euphoria
There is speculation that this season may be the last for the HBO series. Recently, Zendaya shared on The Drew Barrymore Show that she “thinks” this might be the end of the story. “That closure is coming,” she stated, hinting at what fans can expect moving forward.
Euphoria debuted in 2019 and has been a cultural phenomenon since. It aired two special episodes in late 2020 and returned for its second season in 2022. The latest episodes of Euphoria air on Sundays at 9/8c on HBO and HBO Max.
