Secrets Unveiled in Gripping ‘Yellowjackets’ Season Three Finale

LOS ANGELES, CA — The third season finale of Showtime’s acclaimed series ‘Yellowjackets,’ titled ‘Full Circle,’ delivered monumental revelations for fans eagerly awaiting answers. This episode, airing on April 13, 2025, concluded a season that explored deep-seated trauma and survival.

The finale marked significant developments concerning the identities of key characters, particularly ‘Pit Girl,’ who has haunted fans since the show’s inception. In a shocking twist, it was revealed that the victim is none other than Mari, played by Alexa Barajas. Mari’s demise comes after she falls into a deadly pit, an event tied to the dark rituals of the women who survived the plane crash in 1996.

Co-creators Bart Nickerson and Ashley Lyle explained to The Hollywood Reporter that the episode intricately wove scenes from the pilot with flashbacks to showcase the contrasting memories held by the adult women regarding the traumatic events that unfolded. This narrative choice brings to light Misty‘s sinister grin seen back in the pilot, which is recontextualized as she celebrates her and Natalie’s (Sophie Thatcher) elaborate plan to navigate their grim reality.

As the survivors face their harrowing choices in the wilderness, the urgency of their existence grows more palpable. The episode leads to the revelation that Callie, Shauna‘s daughter, inadvertently caused Lottie‘s (Simone Kessell) death by pushing her down a stairway after a heated confrontation.

“The trauma they endure is something that will linger, much like the haunting memories they’ve buried from their time in the wilderness,” stated Lyle, highlighting the psychological complexity the characters now face.

In the context of survival, Nickerson noted, “This season demands that our characters confront their nature in a visceral way. The act of killing Mari symbolizes the weight of their shared guilt and complicity, reminding them of their darkest capabilities.”

As the season wraps up with a hopeful yet uncertain rescue scenario, viewers are left pondering the characters’ survival not only against external elements but also against their internal demons. Each twist adds depth to the understanding of who they have become over the years.

The finale concludes with the haunting strains of ‘Livin’ on the Edge’ by Aerosmith, underscoring the duality of their existence—between the raw, brutal past and the contrasting horror of what they’ve become in the present.

The future of the series remains uncertain as creators hint at potential narratives for season four. They have expressed gratitude for the opportunity to explore these characters further, acknowledging the storylines still untold.

“We feel extremely lucky to have had the chance to delve into these character arcs,” Lyle stated. “What lies ahead is just as frightening as what they faced in the woods, and we aim to unfold that in a compelling manner.”

All episodes of ‘Yellowjackets’ season three are currently streaming on Paramount+ With Showtime, with fans eagerly awaiting news of a potential fourth season and the continuation of this chilling saga.