XO, Kitty Season 3: Kitty Ditches the Fantasy Chase as Min Ho Steps Up, Dae Drops a Bombshell, and One Relationship Ends for Good in the Final Shot
The clock is ticking louder than ever for XO, Kitty fans: Netflix’s beloved To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before spinoff returns with Season 3 on April 2, 2026. The official premiere date, confirmed via Netflix Tudum and a wave of first-look images on February 11, 2026, marks the start of Kitty Song Covey’s senior year at the Korean Independent School of Seoul (KISS). This installment promises to shift gears dramatically—Kitty stops chasing idealized romances, Min Ho fights openly for her heart, and Dae delivers an unexpected move that shakes the group. Culminating in a final shot that reportedly seals one relationship’s definitive end, Season 3 delivers the emotional closure and heartbreak fans have anticipated across three seasons.
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XO, Kitty’ Season 3 To Premiere on Netflix in April
With eight episodes dropping all at once, the season builds on Season 2’s summer tour cliffhanger, where Kitty joined Min Ho and his family, leaving their status tantalizingly undefined. Now, as Kitty returns to KISS with a “perfect senior year” blueprint, reality intervenes with surprise revelations, tested friendships, and high-stakes choices about love, college, and identity.
Building Momentum: From Renewal to Premiere Hype
XO, Kitty has grown into a cultural staple since its 2023 debut, blending rom-com charm with authentic teen experiences, queer representation, and K-drama flair. Season 2, released January 16, 2025, soared to No. 2 on Netflix’s English TV list with 14.2 million views in its debut week, appearing in the Top 10 across 89 countries. The renewal in February 2025 and filming wrap in Seoul by July 2025 set expectations high.
The April 2 premiere aligns perfectly with cherry blossom season vibes seen in promo shots, symbolizing new beginnings amid bittersweet goodbyes. Fan excitement on X (formerly Twitter) is palpable, with posts counting down the days and speculating on plot twists. One user captured the mood: “49 DAYS LEFT FOR XO KITTY S3!!!” alongside excited commentary on potential Min Ho-Kitty moments.
The show’s success lies in its evolution from spin-off to standalone gem, thanks to creator Jenny Han and showrunner Valentina Garza. Season 3 emphasizes growth: Kitty learns to embrace the unexpected rather than scripting every outcome.
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Core Plot Teases: Maturity, Bold Moves, and Heart-Wrenching Closure
Season 3 synopsis teases Kitty’s “perfect senior year” derailed by revelations that force her to confront real feelings over fantasies. Key dynamics include:
Kitty stops chasing fantasy: After seasons of matchmaker antics and impulsive crushes, Kitty matures, focusing on genuine connections rather than idealized scenarios. Her journey explores self-discovery, family ties in Korea, and big post-graduation decisions.
Min Ho fights for her openly: The slow-burn enemies-to-lovers arc reaches a boiling point. Min Ho (Sang Heon Lee), no longer holding back, pursues Kitty earnestly. Promo images show tender cherry blossom moments, hinting at defined romance “for real this time.” Fans dub it the “Min Ho era,” with widespread support for Mooncovey endgame.
Dae makes a move no one expects: Dae (Minyeong Choi), Kitty’s first love, returns with an unpredictable action—perhaps a bold confession, reconciliation attempt, or twist complicating the Min Ho dynamic. This adds tension to the love triangle remnants, forcing choices.
The season’s emotional core: friendships tested, new crushes, messy secrets, and reckonings. A pivotal confrontation resolves lingering romantic threads, leading to the reported final shot that officially ends one relationship—likely closing the door on a past pairing (Dae-Kitty echoes or another subplot) for lasting closure.
First-looks capture the vibe: group hangs in vibrant settings, stadium fun, and intimate pairs amid Seoul’s beauty. The tone matures, blending humor with poignant growth as characters face adulthood.
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XO, Kitty’ Season 3 To Premiere on Netflix in April
The Cast: Familiar Faces and Fresh Energy
The ensemble returns stronger:
Anna Cathcart as Kitty Song Covey, navigating her final year with optimism and vulnerability.
Sang Heon Lee as Min Ho Moon, stepping into the spotlight with open-hearted pursuit.
Minyeong Choi as Dae, delivering the season’s wildcard moment.
Gia Kim as Yuri Han, continuing identity and relationship arcs.
Anthony Keyvan as Q, Regan Aliyah as Juliana, Hojo Shin as Jiwon, Peter Thurnwald as Alex, Joshua Lee as Jin, Sasha Bhasin as Praveena.
Newcomers like Sule Thelwell as Marius, Soy Kim as Yisoo, and Christine Hwang as Gigi introduce fresh conflicts and sparks.
The chemistry, honed over seasons, amplifies the stakes—especially in Kitty-Min Ho scenes that scream endgame potential.
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Fan Frenzy and Cultural Resonance
Social media buzzes with anticipation. X posts hype the April 2 drop, share first-looks, and debate ships—many rooting for Min Ho-Kitty amid theories on Dae’s surprise. One viral thread dissects promo scenes for clues, while others joke about April Fool’s misdirections.
XO, Kitty continues redefining YA romance: diverse casts, bisexual exploration, cultural authenticity, and emotional depth. Season 3’s senior-year focus evokes nostalgia, mirroring real transitions and proving the series’ staying power.
As the countdown hits its final stretch, April 2 promises a season of growth, bold declarations, unexpected turns, and a poignant farewell. Kitty’s journey—from fantasy chaser to embracing reality—culminates in heartbreak, hope, and one relationship’s official close. In the KISS world, love remains messy, beautiful, and utterly worth it.
