After two thrilling seasons of secrets, betrayal, and supernatural undertones, Showtime’s Yellowjackets returns with its highly anticipated third season.
The psychological thriller follows a high school girls’ soccer team whose plane crashes in the wilderness in the 1990s, forcing them to do the unthinkable to survive. Told across two timelines, the series reveals how the past continues to haunt the survivors decades later.
The new season wastes no time diving back into the brutal wilderness and the unraveling lives of the adult Yellowjackets.
“I really liked season three. It definitely had a lot of interesting plot twists in it, and we also got answers to questions from previous seasons,” junior Kaylin Beeson said.
Season three has received mixed reviews, with some praising its unexpected twists, while others criticized the slower pacing and scattered plot. It is rated 85% on Rotten Tomatoes and a 7.7 on IMDb. However, the acting remains a consistent highlight, with standout performances from Sophie Thatcher and Melanie Lynskey earning praise from critics.
A major strength of season three was that it developed familiar characters even more, revealing the backstories and inner nature of familiar fan favorites. Callie Sadeki, the daughter of the main protagonist, Shauna, was especially shown in a different light in the season finale, shocking fans and leaving them hungry for answers about the character’s future.
Another compelling aspect of the show is that it contains morally gray characters whose dubious actions are often debated over by fans. It makes the characters and plot even more realistic and relatable, making viewers wonder what they would do in the same situation.
Overall, season three of Yellowjackets continues to deliver the eerie, unpredictable storytelling that has made the show so popular, even if not every aspect is perfect. While opinions on the pacing and plot may be divided, the powerful performances and plot twists keep audiences engaged. One thing is for sure — Yellowjackets season three keeps audiences guessing and coming back for more.
