'The White Lotus' Season 3 Reaches Darkest Chapter with Episode 5

The pivotal episode shifts the season's tone, exploring taboo desires and earning critical acclaim for standout performances.

Episode 5, 'Full-Moon Party,' has been hailed as a turning point in Season 3, elevating its darker themes and psychological depth.
Sam Rockwell and Walton Goggins deliver standout performances, with Rockwell's monologue and Goggins' reactions drawing Emmy buzz.
The episode's setting at Thailand's Full Moon Party reflects the season's focus on spiritual and cultural elements intertwined with personal crises.
Michelle Monaghan's Jaclyn faces personal dissatisfaction, with her actions and relationships sparking significant character development.
Jennifer Coolidge's absence as Tanya McQuoid remains notable, but her storyline continues to influence key arcs involving returning characters.