We finally know when ‘Yellowjackets’ season 3 will land on Showtime

Yellowjackets has captivated audiences with its harrowing portrayal of a teenage soccer team stranded in the wilderness, and as the show prepares to return for Season 3, it’s clear that things are about to get even darker. The first two seasons have already set the stage for chaos, with the girls’ descent into cannibalism and survival at all costs, and the upcoming season promises to take that tension to even more extreme levels.

Season 3 will pick up where the shocking Season 2 finale left off, with the girls still trapped in the Canadian wilderness 18 months after their crash. The finale left several major questions unanswered, including the fate of Van (played by Lauren Ambrose), who is battling a terminal disease. The biggest surprise, however, was the departure of Juliette Lewis, who portrayed adult Natalie. Her exit was emotional for both the character and fans, but Lewis expressed nothing but gratitude for her time on the show and praised the writing, acknowledging how well the writers wrapped up her character’s journey. While Lewis won’t be returning, her younger counterpart, played by Sophie Thatcher, remains in the wilderness, still very much a part of the ongoing struggle.

The show has teased the taboo of cannibalism from the very first episode, and with the arrival of Season 3, this theme is only set to escalate. Natalie, who has now accepted her role as the “Wilderness’ proxy,” will likely find herself further entangled in the psychological and physical toll of their survival. How far these girls will go to stay alive and what it will cost them is a central mystery.

While Natalie’s departure is a hard pill to swallow, the show still has plenty of captivating characters. Misty (played by Christina Ricci), the quirky yet terrifying figure who sometimes flirts with sociopathy, continues to be a standout. Her attempts to protect the team’s secrets have already led to wild and unpredictable actions, and fans can expect more of the same in Season 3. Misty’s antics, combined with the looming dangers in the wilderness, ensure that the tension will remain high.

The season premiere on February 14, 2024, promises to be an intense and thrilling ride for viewers, who will be eagerly tuning in to see how the story unfolds—and what new horrors await the group of women trapped by both the past and the unforgiving wilderness.