The White Lotus Season 3 Premieres with New Cast and Thailand Setting

LOS ANGELES, CA — The much-anticipated third season of HBO‘s acclaimed series The White Lotus premiered on February 16, 2025, featuring an all-new cast and set against the picturesque backdrop of Thailand’s Koh Samui island. Created by Mike White, the Emmy-winning dramedy follows a group of dysfunctional vacationers and hotel staff as they navigate personal conflicts, secrets, and the shocking consequences that ensue.

This installment uniquely brings back Natasha Rothwell, reprising her role as spa manager Belinda Lindsey, while introducing an ensemble cast that includes Lisa Manobal from BLACKPINK as a hotel employee, Carrie Coon, Michelle Monaghan, Leslie Bibb as childhood friends, and Walton Goggins alongside Aimee Lou Wood as an intriguing couple.

New episodes will air every Sunday at 9 p.m. ET on HBO, with simultaneous streaming on Max. Season 3 will consist of eight episodes, making it the longest season of the anthology series yet. The season kicks off with a chilling introduction of a meditation session that is interrupted by a shocking event, setting the tone for a thrilling narrative ahead.

Rothwell’s character, Belinda, is confronted by her past as her son participates in a meditation retreat at the hotel, which soon spirals into a dramatic revelation. The season offers a blend of humor and suspense, ensuring that audiences are captivated from the start.

According to HBO, the premiere episode attracted 2.4 million viewers, marking a successful return for the franchise known for its over-the-top drama and intricate character interactions. The show has continually explored themes of wealth, privilege, and the human condition, and this season will delve into spirituality, reflecting Thailand’s rich cultural landscape.

The list of guest characters further adds depth to the narrative. Timothy Ratliff, a businessman, checks in with his family amid allegations of questionable dealings, making for an intriguing subplot. Expect further unraveling of character backgrounds and dark secrets as the series progresses.

This season showcases the blend of comedic elements and thriller aspects that The White Lotus is famed for, promising viewers a unique and gripping viewing experience, and speaks to the broader narrative of privilege through the lens of vacationing elites.

Following the premiere, new episodes will be released weekly on HBO. The complete release schedule is as follows:

• Episode 1: Sunday, February 16, 2025
• Episode 2: Sunday, February 23, 2025
• Episode 3: Sunday, March 2, 2025
• Episode 4: Sunday, March 9, 2025
• Episode 5: Sunday, March 16, 2025
• Episode 6: Sunday, March 23, 2025
• Episode 7: Sunday, March 30, 2025
• Episode 8 (Finale): Sunday, April 6, 2025

With each episode promising more than just exotic vacation settings, The White Lotus Season 3 is set to captivate audiences and spark conversations about wealth and morality in today’s society.