The White Lotus Season 3 Brings Heat, Spiritual Themes, and a Star-Studded Cast

Set in Thailand, the new season explores death and Eastern spirituality while grappling with extreme filming conditions.

Season 3 of HBO's 'The White Lotus' premieres February 16, featuring a new cast and setting at a luxurious Thai resort.
Creator Mike White describes the season as darker and more ambitious, focusing on themes of death, Eastern spirituality, and existential crises.
The cast includes Jason Isaacs, Carrie Coon, Leslie Bibb, Walton Goggins, and returning star Natasha Rothwell, with performances expected to rival Jennifer Coolidge's iconic role.
Filming in Thailand's record-breaking heat posed significant challenges, with cast and crew enduring extreme conditions and using creative methods to stay cool.
The season promises a satirical exploration of cultural and personal conflicts, with a grander narrative scale and layered character dynamics.