Euphoria Season Three Premieres with Controversial Content and Mixed Critical Reception

After a four-year break, HBO's Euphoria is back for its third season, starring Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, and Jacob Elordi. The critical response has been mixed; while The Guardian and The Telegraph rated it two stars, labeling it "torture porn" and "misogynistic fantasies," The Independent and The Times awarded four stars, calling it "generation-defining." A trailer featuring Sweeney's character, Cassie, in a provocative pose sparked controversy. This season, Rue, portrayed by Zendaya, becomes a drug mule, and Cassie seeks to finance her wedding through online content. The premiere also honored deceased cast members, but composer Labrinth is notably missing this season. Currently, only the first episode has been released.