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‘The White Lotus’ Season 3 Debuts with Record Viewership and Exotic Thai Setting

The latest season explores themes of spirituality and death, featuring luxurious Thai locations and a new ensemble cast.

The new cast and characters on The White Lotus 3.
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Collage of the Four Seasons Resort in Koh Samui, Maya Beach, tourists walking with suitcases, and a Thai banknote

Overview

  • Season 3 of 'The White Lotus' premiered on February 16, 2025, drawing 2.4 million viewers on its first night, a significant increase from previous seasons.
  • The season is set in Thailand, with filming taking place at high-end locations like the Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui and Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas.
  • This season introduces new characters, including a dysfunctional Southern family, an age-gap couple, and a trio of childhood friends, alongside the return of Season 1's Belinda.
  • Creator Mike White describes this season as darker, focusing on themes of spirituality, identity, and death, set against the backdrop of Thailand's cultural and natural beauty.
  • Fans have expressed mixed reactions to the updated theme song, while the series continues to attract attention for its satirical take on wealth and privilege.