During an appearance on "The Drew Barrymore Show," she discussed the future of the series, indicating that the story of Rue and her peers is nearing its end. When host Drew Barrymore asked if the third season would also be the last, Zendaya said she believes it will be. "I think so," Zendaya stated. Barrymore then asked if the third season should be viewed as a farewell, to which Zendaya also confirmed. The host noted that viewers still want to know what expectations to have for the new episodes, and Zendaya replied that it follows the conclusion. The third season continues after the dramatic events of the previous finale. The relationship between Cassie and her best friend Maddy fell apart due to Cassie's involvement with Nate Jacobs. Meanwhile, Rue, played by Zendaya, struggled with addiction that brought her to the brink. Promotions for the new season suggest that the characters will have to face the consequences of their actions. Rue will confront her past, while Cassie, who is set to marry Nate, will clash with Maddy again. The series has launched the careers of many young actors, including Sydney Sweeney, Jacob Elordi, and Colman Domingo. However, the new season will be marked by the farewell to Eric Dane, for whom this was his final role. Dane passed away after a year-long battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). He filmed his last scenes while dealing with progressive loss of muscle control, and the third season will be an opportunity for the audience to remember him for this role.