Spoiler Alert: This article contains spoilers for ‘Euphoria’ Season 3 Episode 3. Reader discretion is advised if you have yet to watch the final episode.Sam LevinsonThe mastermind behind ‘Euphoria’ answered questions about the final episode of season 3 after it ended in one of the most surprising deaths of the entire series. While talking about the same in a recent interview, Levinson reflected on the direction the third season has taken so far, and how he wanted to give viewers something “creepy and suspenseful.”‘
Sam Levinson weighs in on ‘Euphoria’ Season 3 direction and Nate Jacob’s fate
For those who don’t know, the latest episode of ‘Euphoria’ ends with Nate Jacobs buried alive in the desert due to debt, Cassie also taken and a lot of drama that was never expected. Levinson has made sure to raise the stakes in every episode to come. While talking to Esquire about the same, he was clear about one thing: he wanted to give the audience what they wanted. It was just a matter of how to present what they wanted.Speaking about the same thing, he commented: “I know what the audience wants in terms of justice or karma, and with that in mind, I always think: ‘Well, how can I give it to them? How can I give them what they want, but so terrifying and anxiety-inducing, because at the time it happens, the audience is not so sure what they want?’He also added that he wants the audience to question the possibilities and needs of the show. Nate Jacobs has been buried alive in the burning desert. Although he is given a tube to ensure he has access to air, it becomes the cause of his untimely death as the snake crawls through the space and bites. With Jacob’s emotional cries for release, Levinson wanted to raise the question: “’Oh, God, I don’t know. Should it have been better? Was it worth it?’” in the minds of the listeners.As for the snake, Levinson also shared that they used a non-venomous snake for the coffin shots with Jacob Elordi, although the surface shots showing the snake slithering up to the opening of the pipe were done with real venomous species!
When will ‘Euphoria’ season 3 end
The final episode of ‘Euphoria’ Season 3 will officially air on Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET/PT. It will be available to stream on HBO Max. In a report recently shared by The Hollywood Reporter, the creator also stated how fans should watch the last two episodes of the season as soon as they have, because there will be a lot of spoilers that will be shared online.
