As summer arrives in the Canadian wilderness where the stranded survivors of a 1990s plane crash have been living, a profound shift is taking place. The group’s status quo has changed with the thawing of snow and the appearance of leaves on trees, marking a new era for the women.
Despite the modern-day timeline that makes up half of the series’ screen time, eerily little has changed in Season 2. However, the first two episodes of Season 3 offer a fresh start, delving deeper into the group’s dynamics and relationships.
The show retains its greatest strength: depicting how nature brings out the brutality and spirituality within adolescent girls. The characters face new challenges, including tensions running high due to Shauna’s stillbirth, the occult inclinations of a faction, and Coach Scott’s disappearance.
In contrast to Season 2, which was marred by a widening gap between the two halves, Season 3 maintains momentum with its portrayal of the group’s growth into a community. The characters have developed mini-farms, rabbits, and ducks, reducing cannibalism to a minimum.
The show excels in psychological insight, focusing on individual experiences rather than mystery. The relationships between the characters, particularly Shauna and her daughter Callie, and Tai and Van, are nuanced and engaging.
The first two episodes of Season 3 are now streaming on Paramount+ with Showtime, with remaining episodes airing weekly on Sundays at 8 p.m. ET.
Source: https://variety.com/2025/tv/tv-reviews/yellowjackets-season-3-review-showtime-1236290470