55 Last-Minute Christmas Gift Ideas You Can Find on Amazon

Still on the hunt for the perfect gift? No worries, we’ve got you covered. Believe it or not, you can still get a totally awesome last-minute gift that looks like you put some serious thought into it. How, you ask? Amazon, of course! The ultimate resource for all things practical, stylish or downright quirky can get you quick shipping, and maybe even two-day Prime shipping. Whether your foodie friend needs a new slow cooker or your music lover died of happiness over the Hamilton original cast recording, we’ve thought of it all. Scroll on for 55 last-minute gift ideas that will win over everyone on your list.

1. BESTOPE Makeup Brush Set ($16, set of eight): Gift the makeup guru in your life this stylish selection of makeup brushes. Made of premium synthetic hair, this silky soft set promises a *flawless* finish every time.

2. Burt’s Bees Essential Everyday Beauty Gift Set ($27): The beauty lover in your life can now take her favorite Burt’s Bees products to-go with this trial-sized set of goodies. Made with natural ingredients including chamomile, aloe, vitamin E and coconut oil, this nourishing skincare gift set is a must-have for pampering oneself all winter long.

3. Magictec Ceramic Heating Straightening Iron Brush ($200): An ingenious combination of a ceramic iron straightener, detangling comb and scalp massager, Magictec is the one tool your beauty maven should add to her collection. In addition to its handy rapid heat-up and automatic shut-off features, this do-it-all straightener is undeniably stylish.

For the Bookworm

4. Cravings: Recipes for All the Food You Want to Eat by Chrissy Teigen ($18): Chrissy Teigen is the *best.* Seriously, what can’t this model/mom/cook/author do? If you know someone who loves to cook and is just as enamored as we are with her sassy personality, gift them Teigen’s cookbook Cravings for the ultimate surprise.

5. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: The Original Screenplay by JK Rowling ($15): Surprise the Potterhead in your life with another masterpiece by JK Rowling. The Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them screenplay is *just* what’s needed to satisfy that craving for an epic, adventure-packed story.

6. The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing by Marie Kondo ($10): We all know that one person who can’t stand clutter. Help them take tidying to a new level with this #1 New York Times best-selling guide to decluttering one’s home. From Japanese cleaning consultant Marie Kondo, this step-by-step guide will help your friend utilize the revolutionary KonMari Method for simplifying, organizing and storing.

7. Tools of Titans: The Tactics, Routines and Habits of Billionaires, Icons and World-Class Performers by Timothy Ferriss ($17): After interviewing more than 200 world-class performers for his podcast, from the likes of Jamie Foxx to legendary Special Operations commanders, Timothy Ferriss has compiled the tools, tactics and “inside baseball” he’s learned from said interviews into this book. If you’ve got a pal who’s a self-help junkie of sorts, this “ultimate notebook of high-leverage tools” may be just the thing they’re looking for.

For the Coffee Lover

8. Aoocan Handle for 30 oz Tumblers ($8): Give the gift of practicality with this tumbler handle. Made in a highly-durable, anti-slip design, this handle will allow your coffee lover to enjoy their morning brew with added convenience.

9. uHome Camera Lens Travel Thermos ($13): Got a friend who loves photography and coffee? Combine two of their favorite things with this camera lens-inspired coffee mug. Designed to be a multi-purpose container for hot and cold beverages, this Lens Travel Thermos will make taking their favorite brew on-the-go a cinch.

10. SterlingPro French Coffee Press 8 Cup ($68): Win over the coffee lover in your life with the SterlingPro French press. Featuring heat-resistant glass and a double screens system, this reliable coffee press promises to work much longer while preventing grounds from getting in your coffee.

For the Wine + Beer Lover

11. YTD Kollea Stainless Steel Chilling Reusable Ice Cubes for Whiskey Wine ($33, pack of six): Diluted drinks are the worst. Keep your pal’s glass cool without them having to worry about dilution with this set of stainless steel whiskey ice cubes.

12. Stone Cask The Original Shot Flask 8oz Hip Flask With Built-in Collapsible Shot Glass ($40): Complete with a hidden cup, the Shot Flask is a premium drinking flask. The shot glass is collapsible, which means easy storing and expanding for instant drinking.

13. Vino2Go Wine Tumblers ($19, set of two): Gift the wine lover in your life this set of two merlot and pink-lidded wine tumblers. Their double-walled insulated design promises to keep wine cooler longer, in addition to keeping pesky bugs and dirt out if enjoying drinks outdoors.

14. Vintorio Wine Aerating Pourer and Decanter Spout ($41): Elevate your oenophile’s drinking experience with the Vintorio Wine Aerator Pourer. Its large aerating chamber and air intake systems infuse wine with the optimal amount of oxygen, making it the *perfect* gift for wine lovers.

15. Brooklyn Brew Shop Beer Making Kit ($40): Give the beer lover in your life the chance to make their own high-quality beer using the same ingredients that the best craft breweries in the world use. This apartment-friendly beer-making kit makes brewing as easy as making oatmeal.

For the Foodie

16. Chef’n Sweet Spot Instant Ice Cream Recipe Maker Measuring Cup ($27): As fun as it is to head to the neighborhood creamery, there’s nothing like making your very own ice cream at home. Gift your foodie pal this ice cream maker for instant homemade ice cream, sorbets, margaritas and more!

17. Crock-Pot 6-Quart Programmable Cook and Carry Oval Slow Cooker ($60): If there’s one kitchen gadget you can depend on when you want your meal to be tasty and healthy, it’s the slow cooker. Grant your foodie’s wish for this kitchen staple by gifting them this six-quart programmable Crock Pot.

18. Huayoung Reusable Silicone Food Huggers Fruits and Vegetables Storage Containers ($26, pack of eight): Keep food from spoiling or dehydrating with these super handy food huggers. The different sizes fit all sorts of fruits and veggies and are made eco-friendly and reusable.

19. Hamilton Beach Dual Breakfast Sandwich Maker ($40): Grabbing breakfast to-go will have never been easier thanks to this dual breakfast sandwich maker. Just choose the type of bread and layer on the fixings: egg, cheese, pre-cooked meat, etc. In five minutes or less, your foodie will be left with two perfectly assembled breakfast sandwiches that are ready to eat.

20. Hawaiian Shaved Ice and Snow Cone Machine Party Package ($60): Who can say no to instant snow cones? Treat your ice and snow cone lover to a nostalgic serving of Hawaiian Shaved Ice in a matter of minutes. Simply shave fluffy snow in the snow cone cups, top with their favorite syrup flavor, add a spoon-straw, and they’re all set.

21. Presto Pizzazz Plus Rotating Oven ($40): Make your pizza lover’s dream come true with this rotating oven. The fast and easy way to bake frozen, homemade, take-and-bake and deli pizza, this kitchen must-have can even save your friend as much as 60 percent in energy compared to a conventional oven.

22. Tovolo Groovy Ice Pop Molds ($4, set of six): These groovy pop molds are the answer to keeping kiddos happy while serving them healthy juice snacks. Simply fill the funky shapes with favorite beverages, attach the handles and set the tray upright in the freezer.

For the Gamer

23. Cards Against Humanity ($25): Downtime will never be boring ever again with Cards Against Humanity. Perfect for parties and hangouts, this hilariously *mature* deck of cards will keep you and your friends entertained for hours.

24. Catan 5th Edition ($49): Awarded “Game of the Year,” “Hall of Fame” and even “Game of the Century” honors in Germany, the United States and a host of other countries worldwide, Settlers of Catan is a game your friends won’t tire of playing. Since the game randomly creates a different board every game, no two games are ever the same!

25. Exploding Kittens: A Card Game About Kittens and Explosions and Sometimes Goats ($20): Is your gamer pal into kittens and explosions and laser beams and sometimes goats? Then they’ll surely love this highly strategic, eccentric version of Russian Roulette!

26. Mattel Uno Card Game ($10): Once your friend picks up this card game, it’s *almost* impossible to put down. Gift them this classic game for plenty of nights of an all-around good time.

For the Home Decor Nut

27. Bundle Monster Wall Deco DIY Paper Photo Frame With Mini Clothespins and Stickers ($3): Complete with 10 frames, 10 mini multi-color wooden clips, two hemp ropes and six to eight sheets of decorative stickers, this wall decor set is just what’s needed to spruce up a plain wall. With a variety of colors to choose from, your friend’s lacking wall decor will be a thing of the past.

28. BLACK + DECKER 14 Volt Lithium Cordless Dust Buster Hand Vac ($90): As fun as the holiday season can be, there’s always something that needs cleaning up. Make sure your tidy friend keeps her space spick and span with this sleek and handy cordless dust-buster hand vacuum.

29. Labhanshi Elephant Mandala Indian Traditional Hippie Cotton Tapestry ($14): Brighten up a drab space with this beautifully designed elephant mandala tapestry. This gorgeous bohemian wall hanging is perfect for walls, beds, sofas and more!

30. EvZ Emoji Smiley Emoticon Yellow Round Cushion Stuffed Plush Soft Pillow ($9): Know someone who loves emoji? Get them this cute li’l guy to spruce up their sofa or bed!

31. GUchina Air Plant Holder Pot Container ($10): Don’t let your friend settle for an ordinary planter. Get them this minimalistic modern metal planter that’s beautiful displayed indoors, in the garden or out on the patio.

32. SOMMERLAND Living Art Vertical ZEN Garden Planter ($50): Liven up any space, even if it’s limited, with this vertical garden planter. Display on your windowsill, side table or kitchen table.

For the Kiddos

33. Crazy Forts ($49): Kids’ imaginations never run out. But now you can add to it with this crazy fort! Simply connect the balls and sticks and cover the structures with bedsheets!

34. The Secret Life of Pets on Blu-Ray and DVD (Blu-ray + DVD + Digital HD) ($20): We’ve all wondered it, and this film answers the age-old question as to what our pets do when we’re not home. Follow a pampered pup and his pound friend as they navigate the perils of New York streets on a quest back home.

35. Hog Wild Unicorn Popper White Sunshine Toy ($10): Squeeze the unicorn’s belly and watch the ball shoot up to 20 feet! Though suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, you’ll want to keep an eye out if your little rascal plays with it indoors.

36. USA Toyz Rocket Ship Play Tent ($37): Whether they’re leading an expedition on Mars or seeking solace from an alien army, this rocket ship play tent is just what your kids always wanted. Its hassle-free assembly only requires you to unfold, slide in the poles and pop into shape *without* having to use any tools!

37. Finding Dory on Blu-Ray and DVD ($20): If your kiddo couldn’t get enough of Finding Nemo, they’ll definitely be a fan of this sequel. This epic undersea adventure follows Marlin, Nemo and Dory, who suddenly remembers she has a family who may be looking for her.

For the Music Lover

38. A Pentatonix Christmas ($10): There is no limit to what Pentatonix can’t do. If your music lover appreciates the a cappella greatness of Pentatonix, this Christmas album is the one to get them.

39. Hamilton Original Broadway Cast Recording ($19): If your music lover pal was lucky enough to get tickets, chances are they’ll also want the original broadway cast recording. Surprise the Hamilton fan in your life with music and lyrics by Tony and Grammy Award-winning composer Lin Manuel Miranda.

40. Kala KA-15S Mahogany Soprano Ukulele ($55): Spread some good vibrations this holiday by gifting your musically inclined pal a ukulele. The rosewood fretboard and mahogany body make the Kala KA-15S the ideal choice for amateurs and professionals alike.

41. VicTsing Shower Speaker ($27): Don’t let the party stop short of the shower. Clip the speaker to the shower curtain, turn up those tunes and sing along to the most popular hits while washing up.

For the Spa Lover

42. Bambüsi Bamboo Bathtub Caddy With Extendable Sides ($45): Wind down while reading a book in your bath with this bamboo bathtub caddy. This strong caddy extends to fit any size tub, props your book or tablet up and keeps everything from your candle to glass of wine safe and within reach.

43. Perfect Life Ideas Inflatable Travel Pillow Set ($20): Make every traveling experience ultimately relaxing with this luxury travel pillow set. The set comes complete with an inflatable pillow, safety ear plugs, an eye mask, slippers and a tote bag.

44. Savvy Infusion Water Bottle ($29): Make every sip of water into a spa-worthy experience with this innovative water bottle that infuses regular water with fresh or frozen fruit. Its convenient tumbler design makes creating and taking one’s own infusions on the go easy peasy.

45. TONYMOLY I’m Real Mask Sheet Pack ($10, pack of 11): Transform your pal’s skincare routine *forever* with TONYMOLY’s face mask sheets. The complete pack of 11 includes a lemon mask for brightening, a tea tree mask for clarifying, an aloe mask for soothing and more!

For the Techie

46. Amazon All-New Echo Dot ($50): Simplify your friend’s life with Echo Dot, a hands-free, voice-controlled device. This innovative device uses Alexa to play music, control smart home devices, provide information, read the news, set alarms and more.

47. Anker PowerCore+ Mini Lipstick-Sized Portable Charger ($40): Dead and dying batteries, be gone! This compact portable charger is a must for anyone who’s always out and about. Though only lipstick-sized, this mini charger is quite powerful, giving a full charge to most phones.

48. ETVR 3D VR Headset With Remote Controller ($70): Can’t afford to send your BFF on a vacay? No worries, gift them this VR headset to take them wherever, whenever.

49. Fujifilm INSTAX Mini 8 Instant Camera ($59): Capture perfect portraits every time with the new, compact INSTAX Mini 8 Instant Camera. Approximately 10 percent smaller than the Mini 7S and featuring impressive new add-ons, this compact camera is just what your techie pal needs to capture life as it happens.

50. GoPro HERO+ ($140): Turn every adventure into a recordable, watchable and upload-able memory. Thanks to HERO+, your pal will be able to record and upload stunning content like never before.

51. HP Sprocket Portable Photo Printer ($409): Save your friends the trip to the print store and get them the HP Sprocket Photo Printer. It’ll let them conveniently print photos from their smartphone or tablet just as easily as they post them!

52. Vancle Fitbit Alta Bands ($20): Encourage a healthy lifestyle for your pal all while keeping them looking their best. Just choose a band in their favorite color(s) and let them personalize their fitness tracker.

For Your White Elephant Party

53. Flossy Floats Unicorn Pool Float Giant Luxury Inflatable Emoji ($43): First on the list of wacky gift ideas is the Flossy Floats Unicorn Pool Float. Perfect for use when lounging in the pool or sprucing up a playroom, this quirky float is one to gift your buddies this holiday.

54. Kikkerland Cat Butt Magnets ($15, set of six): Cats are cute, but this gift idea takes it to the next level. Bring this assorted set of cat butt magnets to White Elephant exchange to appeal to the cat lover in all of us.

55. LAGHCAT Mermaid Tail Blanket Crochet and Mermaid Blanket ($32): Rest assured the recipient of this unique blanket will stay cozy *and* cute, regardless of the season. We’ve all wished at one point or another we were a mermaid… so you can bet this gift will definitely be appreciated!

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Finding gifts for the person you're closest to can be the absolute hardest thing to do, especially when there are so many things that would make great gifts for him. If you're shopping for the main man in your life this season – whether you call him your dad, husband, fiancé, boyfriend, partner, or your preferred pet names – of course you want to find a gift that shows him just how much he means to you. Just remember that the key to the perfect gift is simply that it comes from you. These stunning gift ideas will help you say "this made me think of you."

Our 49 favorite gifts for men for 2024:

Amazon

RVCA Commonwealth Snapback

This flat-brimmed baseball cap replaces those older, worn-out styles you know your man has been hoarding. The green corduroy fabric on this gift-worthy hat will grace his head perfectly for every season!

Apple Watch SE

Get him motivated to reach his fitness goals with features like fitness tracking and heart rate monitoring, plus he can send a text, take a call, listen to his favorite music and podcasts. You can customize the watch faces and bands to his liking too. It's the perfect gift for the active guy!

Amazon

Every Man Jack Mens Amber + Sandalwood Body Set

This gift set is filled with an ideal assortment of gifts for him. From body wash, shampoo, deodorant, and face wash, your man will have everything he needs to feel fresh – plus, having a good-smelling guy around is the real gift for you that keeps on giving.

Nike

Nike Air VaporMax Flyknit

Be his biggest cheerleader as he reaches his 2025 fitness goals in these best-selling Nikes, made with sustainable materials. We are loving this vintage green.

Target

VANKYO Leisure D30T Mini Wi-Fi Projector

Bring the cinema home to your movie buff with a sleek projector setup for your own private screenings and viewing parties!

Sunswell

Sunswell The R&R Pant

Made from recycled materials for rigorous wear, the Sunswell R&R pants are bound to be a staple in your man's year-round wardrobe.

Amazon

Cosori Pour Over Coffee Maker

This sturdy coffee maker will be a total hit for the caffeine-loving guy in your life. The layered stainless steel filter allows for a rich, creamy flavor in every sip, plus the decanter is holds a whole 34 ounces of brewed coffee to help him wake up!

Amazon

Stanley Stainless Steel Shot Glass and Flask Gift Set

This durable drinking set complete with a flask and shot glasses will be his new BFF for sharing on camping, fishing, or hunting trips. Top it all off with a brand-new bottle of whiskey to complete the gift for him.

Creem

Creem Magazine Subscription

For the music-loving man in your life, a subscription to Creem (the coolest rock 'n' roll mag) will really impress. The publication's covered plenty of classic names in the industry – as well as newer bands – so he's sure to soak up plenty of new knowledge about the scene. There's a handful of annual subscription tiers for the mag starting at just $79.

Amazon

Thermajohn Thermal Shirt

Whether he's hitting the slopes or is braving the cold winter weather to run errands with you, this warm thermal base layer tee will swarm his upper half in comfort, flexibly moving with his each and every move.

Herschel

Herschel Little America Backpack Pro

For his outdoor adventures or social gatherings, outfit him with a cool backpack (literally, this one is insulated) that he can fill with his favorite snacks and beverages.

Ties

Ties The Scientist Sock Pack

Whether it's a stocking stuffer or a smaller gift, a playful set of socks is both practical and personal.

Tie Bar

Tie Bar Navy Travel Tie Storage Case

This tie storage case means business, just like your man does. If he travels for work often, he'll appreciate that you're looking out for his formal-wear.

Amazon

Marlowe. Coffee Bar Soap

This manly bar soap is infused with coffee beans and cocoa butter butter that help tackle even the worst bouts of sweat and body odor. It's definitely long-lasting, too, so he can smell lovely all night long.

Taylor Stitch

Taylor Stitch The Workhorse Jacket

This jacket will hug his bod in the most stylish way, all while keeping him comfy throughout the season's cold weather.

Williams Sonoma

Breville Precision Brewer 12-Cup Drip Coffee Maker with Glass Carafe

For the early risers and coffee-obsessed, a programmable coffee maker means he can wake up to the smell of coffee every day (and no longer has to use wasteful pods for an instant brew).

Mark & Graham

Mark & Graham Italian Leather Desk Set

Whether he's going to work, outfitting a permanent at-home office, or heading back to school, a personalized desk set like this luxe leather one will please the most studious types of guys.

Nordstrom

Ugg Beckett Fleece Robe

If your man loves a cozy night in just as much as you do, a soft robe to lounge around in will make the ultimate gift for him.

Mejuri

Mejuri Flat Curb Chain Necklace

Once you've reached long-term status with your guy, gift him a signature gold chain he can flex for years to come.

Pangaia

Pangaia 365 Heavyweight Hoodie

For the hoodie-obsessed, Pangaia's signature sustainable sweatshirts (and sweatsuits!) are best-in-class.

Etsy

Custom Soundwave Art Print

From a first dance song to the one you always blast together in the car, every guy has their favorite tune. Memorialize it for your music-loving man with this custom art print.

DUER

DUER Performance Relaxed Taper Denim Jeans

A good quality, fresh pair of denim is gonna set him (and his style) so right for the new year. These jeans feature a stretchy fabric that'll allow wear for practically any occasion.

Mark & Graham

Mark & Graham Leather Poker Set

Outfit his next game night with a poker set that's sure to impress and easy to bring on the go for weekend trips and group hangs.

New Balance

New Balance 9060 Sneaker

Secure your status as the greatest of all time by copping him that stylish pair of sneakers he's been eyeing.

Amazon

Polaroid Now 2nd Generation I-Type Instant Camera + Film Bundle

If your man is into photography and all things nostalgia, consider surprising him with a retro Polaroid camera set. We bet you'll be his favorite muse.

Manly Bands

Manly Bands The Forged Ring

This sleek wedding band stands up to tough, hands-on jobs with a carbon fiber construction, unlike traditional rings. The inner part is actually made from a Jack Daniel's whiskey barrel, making the perfect personalized touch for gifting the guy who loves a drink.

Uncommon Goods

New York Times Custom Football Book

This isn't just any coffee table book, but one that true sports buffs will actually want to devour – with clippings from his team's history, glory days, and highlights.

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It's official: Blue Ivy looks totally grown up now — especially in her gorgeous gold gown at the Mufasa: The Lion Kingpremiere. It honestly feels like just yesterday that Beyoncé announced she was born, and now she's a star in her own right! She celebrated her Disney film debut with her family by her side on the red carpet (and everyone looking as gorgeous as ever).

While Jay-Z was one of the latest celebrities caught in the crosshairs of P. Diddy allegations, it didn't stop mom and dad from showing their unwavering support. The family put on a united front, smiling for the cameras and praising Blue's work on her latest Disney film, further proving that they're in this together. Here's everything we know!

Details about the Mufasa: The Lion King premiere

Beyoncé & Jay-Z Amazing Support Of Blue Ivy's Role In 'Mufasa'

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Blue Ivy stars in Mufasa: The Lion King as Kiara with Beyoncé voicing Nala again. The highly anticipated film will show Mufasa's origins from a young cub to the majestic king we've come to know, love, and mourn.

In this cute BTS clip, Beyoncé and Blue are initially shown in separate recording booths while the latter says, "Don't stare at me." It's a typical response all kids eventually give their parents, but it doesn't bother Beyoncé. She simply smiles and says, "I can't help it. You're just too beautiful girl." Still, she offers a bit of reassurance to Blue. "I'mma be right here closing my eyes."

Blue briefly talked about what it feels like to work on a movie by saying, "If I like told my younger self that I was in a movie, I'd like never believe myself."

The star couldn't help but tear up as she continued to watch Blue and said, "Give me a second. I'm still...just can't believe that's my baby." While sitting side by Blue, Beyoncé eventually turns to look at her to let her know she's "so proud of her." Even Rumi, Beyoncé and Jay-Z's youngest daughter, makes a quick appearance!

The Mufasa: The Lion King premiere occurred December 9 with Beyoncé, Jay-Z, and grandma Tina Knowles standing by Blue Ivy's side. They looked stunning on the red carpet as they wore coordinating outfits. Although the ladies seemed to be present and excited, Jay-Z temporarily looked distracted while all of them were standing together (via PEOPLE).

If we had to guess, it may have something to do with the recent allegations connecting he and P. Diddy weighing on his mind. After the accusation went public, Jay-Z penned his own public statement and shared it to Roc Nations' social channels. The most heartbreaking aspect of it is realizing his children will be able to see everything.

"My wife and I will have to sit our children down, one of whom is at the age where her friends will surely see the press and ask questions about the nature of these claims, and explain the cruelty and greed of people," he wrote (via X). Only time will tell how everything pans out, but we hope this doesn't overshadow Blue Ivy's success, nor do we want to see people vilify her or her siblings for alleged misdeeds of Jay-Z.

At the end of the day, we're so proud of Blue for letting her light shine bright despite everything else!

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HBO Max renewedEuphoria for a third season back in 2022, but we sadly haven't seen any progress on the show in the way of filming. Though details surrounding the plot for Euphoria season 3 haven't been revealed, we are awaiting the TV show with excitement!

Euphoria has inspired our coolest makeup looks and on-point Halloween costumes, so we can’t wait to see what the next season of this neon-lighted, drama-filled story holds. Here’s what we know about season 3, thus far. Stay tuned for more updates!

Keep reading for everything we know about Euphoria season 3, filming in 2025.

  • Euphoria season 3 is officially moving forward, and will start filming in 2025.
  • Cast members like Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, Jacob Elordi, and Hunter Schafer are returning.
  • Despite the fact creator Sam Levinson suggest Zendaya's schedule caused Euphoria production delays, the actress said she's "just waiting" to return to the show.

Is Euphoria season 3 coming out soon?

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Euphoria Season 3 Release Date

Variety confirmed that we should be seeing Euphoria season 3 in 2026...but after an almost-three year wait...does anyone actually care anymore? I'm excited to see Zendaya return to the role that won her an Emmy (as well as the rest of the cast, obvi), but it's hard to be thrilled about something after such a long time. Luckily, fans are familiar with waiting a long time for new releases (remember that 2 ½-year wait for Euphoria season 2?), and hopefully the pent-up hype will be worth it when the show finally comes to streaming.

What's going to happen in Euphoria season 3?

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Euphoria Season 3 Plot

Season 2 of Euphoria left us with a lot to unpack: Rue’s (potential) sobriety, Lexi’s chaotic play, Fez and Ash’s shootings, Cal’s insane sexual spiral, and of course, the glorious girl fight between Maddy and Cassie. The third season has some loose ends to tie up, and we can’t wait to see how it’s done.

Sam Levinson tells EllethatEuphoria season 3 is more of a “film noir,” and that Rue's plot line will “explore what it means to be an individual with principles in a corrupt world.”

Originally, Sam showed multiple story ideas to both Zendaya and HBO (and although Z doesn't have total creative control, as an executive producer, she does get a say in where her story goes). The show will feature a time jump, bringing the characters closer to the actors' ages. According to Variety, the first draft of the script gave the "meaty" storyline to Sydney Sweeney and Jacob Elordi, and featured Zendaya's Rue as a private detective in more of a background role. More recent rewrites incorporated Z's idea of making Rue, who would now be sober, a pregnancy surrogate. Unfortunately, "the new scripts simply didn’t feel like the show tonally."

HBO chairman & CEO Casey Bloys told Variety that Sam Levinson is furiously working on the scripts. "One of the issues I think that Sam is thinking about is that he doesn’t want to have it in high school anymore. That’s where it was set and what made sense then," he says. "So when you take it out of that, there’s a lot of back and forth about where to set it and how far in the future to set it and all that stuff. But I think he’s got a take that he’s excited about, and he’s busy writing."

Is Storm Reid going to be in Euphoria season 3?

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Euphoria Season 3 Cast

No, Storm Reid won't be in Euphoria season 3. On November 20, she revealed she wouldn't return as Zendaya's onscreen sister Gia. “I’m very excited for Season 3,” she said in a Rotten Tomatoes interview at the Governors Awards. “Unfortunately, Gia’s not returning to the third season, but I am so so indebted to the cast and the crew of that show, to HBO. Euphoria’s a really special thing and I’m so glad that that’s a part of my legacy and that I was a part of such a cultural phenomenon.”

However, we also know that Barbie Ferreira (Kat) won’t be returning for season 3, due to butting heads one too many times with the show’s creator, Sam Levinson.

Okay, so who's actually in Euphoria season 3?

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At the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, Dominic Fike (who played Elliot in Euphoria season 2) told Variety it “would be dope” to come back for Euphoria season 3, but that “I don’t really talk to them anymore.” And after Angus Cloud's (Fez) tragic passing, some fans were calling for HBO Max to cancel the series.

But when we finally do see the series again, we’ll see more of the main cast: Zendaya (Rue), Sydney Sweeney (Cassie), Hunter Schafer (Jules), Alexa Demie (Maddy), Jacob Elordi (Nate), Maude Apatow (Lexi), and more – but who knows? The production team may surprise us with new additions, like they did with Dominic Fike’s Elliot.

And the cast is even more excited for the show to return than we are! While Sydney Sweeney says she "honestly" doesn't “know anything about it,” (although she's hoping for "Crazy Cassie": "The crazier, the better for me."), Sweeney can't wait to reunite with Zendaya, Jacob Elordi, Alexa Demie, and everyone else from the show.

“They were the crew and the cast that were there at the beginning of my career,” she tells The Hollywood Reporter. “We all came up from different places but came together and were navigating so much at the same time, so it’s really nice having that core group. They’re experiencing a similarity to what I’m going through. It’s nice to have that community.”

Why is Euphoria season 3 delayed?

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We've been waiting for Euphoria season 3 for over two years, but there's a very good reason for the delay. After a source told THR Zendaya was to blame, the actress reportedly laughed at the idea. “I will say, I have been off for a couple years, so not delayed because of my [schedule]…I’ve been open, just waiting,” the actress told Vanity Fair. "I haven’t read anything yet, but I’m excited to see what everyone has been working on, and what the future looks like for Euphoria...My most important thing is to do justice by the people who love and care about Rue, and make sure that she’s looked after as a character. I think that’s my number one duty."

Actor Colman Domingo has another explanation for the delay: “[Sam Levinson is] a person who writes and rewrites and writes and rewrites again, because I think he's wrestling with what's important,” he tells GQ. “He's responding immediately to what the ills of the world are. I know that the one thing I can tell you is that he's very much interested in the existential question of who we are right now. Our souls. That's what he wants to figure out with season three.”

“HBO and Sam Levinson remain committed to making an exceptional third season,” HBO says in a statement to Deadlineabout the show's official, if temporary, pause. “In the interim, we are allowing our in-demand cast to pursue other opportunities.”

So much has happened in the real world since the end of Euphoria season 2 that could have an impact on the new installment, and I can't wait to see what that looks like!

When will Euphoria season 3 start filming?

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Euphoria season 3 will begin filming in January 2025. “We are shooting Euphoria,” HBO's Casey Bloys said at an HBO/Max press event on November 12. "I think we have a start date, mid to late January. Nothing’s changed...We are shooting the season. I have read the scripts. We’re happy. We’re moving ahead. All of the actors are in the show.”

The Euphoria season 3 delay comes down to significant script rewrites (not to mention how busy the cast is!). According to Variety, the original plan was for the Euphoria cast to work on other projects throughout 2024, and that filming the new season could take at least 25 weeks. However, it looks like that plan could change at any time.

In a March 2024 interview with Who What Wear, Sydney Sweeney shared her excitement to return. "It’s going to be very, very wild,” she says. And regarding the time gap between seasons 2 and 3, Sydney “actually [likes] it because there’s so much room for growth for both me as a person and also Cassie as a character."

Storm Reid, who plays Rue's (Zendaya) little sister Gia in the series, expressed her hope (and a bit of hesitance) in for Euphoria season 3 in talks with E! News at the Challengerspremiere in April 2024. "We're on pause right now, but we're anxious to get back," she said. "If it's meant to be, we'll be back soon and we'll give the audience what they want and deserve. Hopefully, we will be back."

On the other hand, according to an article published by Vanity Fair, another cast member (who wished to remain anonymous) said at the time, “I just don’t think it will happen.”

The anonymous actor also shed some light on the show's delay. “Since January of 2022, we have had a start date of March that turned into June, that turned into January,” they say. “And then they kept pushing every month from then on. It was two full years of HBO telling all the actors we were going back soon, so we couldn’t take some jobs.”

Now that Euphoria season 3 is officially on hiatus, the cast members aren't barred from taking further jobs, they say: “Before last week I couldn’t take any TV jobs. Since they have put it on hiatus, I can now take any job. But what sucks is that we all had more momentum right when the show came out but now it’s been 2 years of waiting.”

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Hunter Schafer, who plays Jules in the series, joined the Call Her Daddy podcast podcast in August 2024, discussing everything from relationships to fame. The topic of whether or not Euphoria season 3 is going to happen came up – as it's pretty hard to ignore at this point – and Schafer immediately got emotional.

Alex Cooper, the host of the podcast asked, "Is season 3 happening? What are we doing?"

"I think everyone feels a certain sense of anticipation for, like, if we are supposed to do a season 3," Schafer said between tears. "Obviously, I'm still coming to qualms with what's happened, and losing people that we really loved and were a part of this family and everything," she said, referring to the passings of co-star Angus Cloud and screenwriter Kevin Turen.

"If we do go back, that's going to be tough," Schafer said. "I think there's a world in which we can channel that into making it a beautiful season 3."

Will there be a time jump in Euphoria season 3?

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Multiple stakeholders in the Euphoria-verse expressed their interest in seeing the characters out of high school. When asked about season 3 in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Zendaya expressed her eagerness to see what post-East Highland will look like for the cast:

“I think it’ll be exciting to explore the characters out of high school,” said Zendaya. “I want to see what Rue looks like in her sobriety journey, how chaotic that might look. But also with all the characters, in the sense where they’re trying to figure out what to do with their lives when high school is over and what kind of people they want to be.”

Heidi Bivens, the HBO show’s costume designer, hinted further at a time jump between seasons 2 and 3 when talking with Vogue: “There is talk of [season 3] being approximately five years in the future, and that they’re not in high school anymore. Dorothy’s not in Kansas anymore.”

How many Euphoria seasons are there?

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There are currently two seasons of Euphoria — both of which you can stream on HBO Max now. And it sounds like Euphoria season 3 will be the final installment. The Euphoria cast is contracted for the junior season, and according to a Variety source, they're all committed to seeing the story "through to the end with a third season."

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Ahhh…Paris Geller. Where does one even begin with the best Gilmore Girl whose name isn't actually Gilmore? The woman we all came to know and love. The purveyor of backhanded compliments, deadpan humor, the quickest wit one can imagine and an absolutely ungodly work ethic. The sole character of the series who I would 100% watch a spin-off of, and love every minute. Sure — she once said that everyone around her needed to be sterilized immediately. And that Rory’s boyfriend offers “nothing to women or the world in general.” And that she can “scare the stupid out of you. But the lazy runs deep.”

She may, in fact, be the only character whose absurdity warrants such unhinged comments, and I am so here for it. You may be reading this because you too believe that Paris Geller deserves way more praise than she receives. Or you hate her. Or perhaps you don’t even know who she is. Regardless, allow me to delight you with the many — shall I say — unique musings of my favorite Gilmore Girls character, and explain exactly why Paris was not only what the cult-classic show needed, but the feminist icon TV needed, too.

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So let’s start from the beginning. Paris Geller (played by Liza Weil) joined the GG crew in Season 1, right as Rory Gilmore (the show’s sort-of protagonist) walked into Chilton Academy, a private school where Paris was attending, for her first day. A far cry from Rory’s relatively timid and soft-spoken personality, Paris tore up the screen with her high-strung personality and immediate rivalry with Rory (Rory did not feel the same), who Paris viewed as the only candidate who could possibly challenge her spot at the top of the class standing. As the year progresses, the two become friends, which of course Paris still highly questioned.

The rest of their high school experience is plagued with repeated ups and downs, from Paris’s parents’ highly publicized divorce to their joint student government campaign and, most notably, Paris’s C-SPAN meltdown, courtesy of a Harvard rejection fueled by what she can only assume to be wide-spread knowledge that she lost her virginity. Despite losing the Valedictorian slot to Rory (which Paris comes to terms with after finding out Salutatorians tend to be more successful), Paris walks across the graduation stage and accepts her diploma from the school’s headmaster, to which she iconically quips, “no hard feelings.”

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Fast forward to Paris’s first year at Yale, a school she knew Rory was attending but had no intention of ever seeing again. Not to the surprise of Paris’s life coach, the two frenemies were placed together as suitemates, a pairing that ultimately served as a catalyst for lifelong friendship. Throughout college, Paris pursues pre-med and pre-law degrees, joins the Yale Daily News alongside Rory, dates an elderly professor (he passes away, leaving Paris to grieve), moves on with the editor of the Yale Daily News, Doyle McMaster, and potentially saves Rory from abandoning Yale forever by admitting to Lorelai that Rory is the only person who ever listened to her, challenged her and motivated her.

Paris then proceeds to become the editor of the Yale Daily News, a position in which her power-hungry tendencies took full-force, resulting in a forcible resignation, kick Rory out of their shared apartment, let Rory move back into their shared apartment (now with Doyle), be accepted to a slew of prestigious medical and law schools. She ultimately chose to attend med school and break up with Doyle, to which he refused, and tells Rory that they’re on their own but she can still do great things (Of course this doesn’t last, the two are meant to be best friends.)

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Somehow this doesn't even scratch the surface of the character of Paris. As you can tell, Paris is a fiercely loyal, protective woman who fights for herself to no end. She (literally) doesn’t care what other people think (so long as they’re not within her immediate circle) and never stops pursuing her dreams, no matter how many times she probably should have. She is the epitome of feminism in modern television — perhaps taken to an extreme — and serves as a necessary counterweight to Rory’s floundering sense of self.

So long as she keeps her need for perfectionism in check, Paris has one of those few personality types whose wild ambition and outspokenness is directly beneficial to her success, a success that she, and only she, can define. Sure, she has an exaggerated sense of self-importance, but when balanced by Rory’s soft-but-straightforward approach, Paris can quickly reset, reevaluate and move forward.

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That's the thing with Paris — she’s always moving forward. She doesn't get into Harvard? Tough. She takes a few days to wallow before considering her other options: Yale, Columbia and Princeton. She doesn’t know whether to choose med school or law school, so she takes stock of her bearings, reflects on her past dreams, and makes a clear, concise decision that she moves forward with.

Her brutally honest nature (both internally and externally) is exactly why Paris works. She’s generous when needed, comfortable with giving tough (and oftentimes tougher) love, is able to express vulnerability with the people she loves, doesn’t allow outside influences to affect her path and never let’s someone (especially a man) tell her she’s less than (*cough, cough*—Rory). For an early 2000s show, she showed women that there is power in education. There’s power in stepping away from a caretaker role. There’s power in expressing your opinion, no matter your age.

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There’s no doubt in my mind that she’s inspired countless women over the years — after all, she’s inspired me! Even though she’s had her controversial moments, she’s always been a cheering voice for women, even if it’s behind her resting grimace. For these reasons, and so many more, I am hereby deeming Paris Geller the best of Gilmore Girls — the heroine, perhaps, and a feminist icon to all.

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Gilmore Girlstakes up more of my brain space than I'd care to admit. The show is undeniably great. I mean, there's a reason it's become an absolute cultural phenomenon! The banter is witty and memorable, the Stars Hollow, Connecticut setting is warm and friendly, and the character dynamics feel natural and comforting. All of these elements combined create the perfect comfort show thatI personally rewatch again and again. However, despite having an overall positive opinion of the show, there is one bone I have to pick with it. This grievance makes my blood boil and keeps me tossing and turning at night.

While I can't pose my all-too-important question to the creators of the show, I will ask it to you, reader: Why in the world was Lane Kim's storyline such a travesty? Considering the show is not shy about uplifting and celebrating Rory (despite her many mistakes) it feels especially unfair how short of a stick Lane (played by Keiko Agena) truly got. Here are my unfiltered thoughts on the subject.

Lane deserved better after a life of seeking independence

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Throughout Lane's formative teenage years, she was forced to hide her true identity and interests in order to appease her mother. From hiding CDs in her floorboards and changing her clothes when she got to school, Lane was under a lot of pressure to keep her mom happy, while still trying to figure out who she was. Her mother even kicked her out after finding out about her "secret life," causing Lane to have to move into Rory's dorm. Rory, on the other hand, had a mother who supported her every dream and who she could be fully herself with.

I'm not sure why only one of these two besties got to live out their dreams, but if it did have to play out this way, it should have been Lane Kim. Given how difficult her upbringing was, couldn't the show have given her a win by having *her* be the one who gets to follow her dreams?

Lane's love life is lackluster

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Once again, the show propped up Rory and gave her not one, not two, but three love interests. Whether or not you love all three of them, we can all admit that each boyfriend was compatible with Rory in their own way, and helped her learn and grow. Lane, however, did not get this. Her first boyfriend, Dave, is great. He's kind and sweet and understanding of her family situation, but the show breaks them up because they can't handle being long-distance. (Technically, we know actor Adam Brody had to leave for The O.C. but where is the justice??!)

After Dave, it all goes downhill from there for poor Lane. She ends up with Zack, who isn't bad but isn't great. And, as soon as Lane is finally getting to pursue her passion by going on tour with her band, she finds out she and Zack are pregnant. Considering how long Lane dreamed of getting to be her authentic herself and openly express her interests, it feels cruel that this twist of fate took it away from her at this exact moment.

Lane made the best of her situation

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Despite Rory having almost every opportunity available to her, we find out in Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life that she is making bad decisions (like, er, sleeping with an engaged man) and is struggling to find her way. Lane, on the other hand, has made the best out of the cards she's been dealt. She's still married to Zack, is taking care of her twins, and has even kept music in her life by joining a band. I can't help but think if Lane can forge ahead despite all of her unfortunate circumstances, how fantastic could her life have been if the writers had served her just a little bit more good fortune?

Lane could have served as the role model so many girls needed

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Lane's experience mirrors many Asian-American girls' lives. She had a strict upbringing and struggled to strike a balance between fitting in with her American peers and forming her own identity, while still trying to manage her mother's expectations of who she should be. As an Asian-American, Lane's experiences mirrored many of my own, and, at a time when there was such little Asian representation, this was extremely impactful.

With the lack of representation at the time, it was even more important that Lane was dealt an ending that she and her viewers could be proud of. Instead of turning her into somewhat of a cautionary tale, her story could have been utilized to empower an audience of individuals who saw themselves in her. For that reason, Lane's treatment on Gilmore Girls will never quite sit right with me.

What do you think about Lane Kim's storyline on Gilmore Girls? Let us know in the comments and check out our guide to Where Is The Gilmore Girls Cast Now? to keep up with your favorite Stars Hollow residents (even if they're not in Stars Hollow anymore).

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