🚨 XO, Kitty Season 3: Release Date Confirmed as Tension Peaks with Heartbreak, Confrontations, and a Pivotal Airport Farewell
The wait is officially over—Netflix has locked in April 2, 2026, as the premiere date for XO, Kitty Season 3, sending fans into a frenzy of excitement and speculation. Announced on February 11, 2026, alongside stunning first-look photos, this senior-year chapter promises deeper emotional stakes, genuine heartbreak, long-awaited confrontations, and one unforgettable airport scene rumored to close a major chapter for good. As Kitty Song Covey navigates her final year at the Korean Independent School of Seoul (KISS), the returning cast brings intensified drama that could redefine relationships and futures.
Since its 2023 debut as a spinoff of Jenny Han’s To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before franchise, XO, Kitty has captivated audiences with its blend of rom-com charm, cultural exploration, and authentic teen experiences. Anna Cathcart’s Kitty—optimistic, meddlesome, and on a journey of self-discovery—moved to Seoul to pursue love and heritage. Season 1 set up the love square with Dae, Yuri, and Min Ho, while Season 2 (January 16, 2025) explored Kitty’s bisexuality, family revelations, and unresolved tension with Min Ho, ending on a cliffhanger tour invitation that left viewers hooked. Its success—debuting at No. 2 on Netflix with 14.2 million views and hitting Top 10 in 89 countries—sparked renewed interest in the original films and solidified the show’s global fanbase.
Season 3, with eight ~30-minute episodes, picks up post-Season 2, focusing on Kitty’s meticulously planned senior year: creating memories with friends, strengthening Korean family bonds, and making big decisions about her future—including defining her relationship with Min Ho “for real this time.” Production wrapped in July 2025 in Seoul under new showrunner Valentina Garza (executive producer and writer), with Jenny Han, Matt Kaplan, and Bradley Gardner also producing. The season teases a “more mature” tone as characters face graduation pressures, long-distance challenges, and romantic reckonings.
The core cast returns with heightened chemistry: Anna Cathcart as Kitty, Sang Heon Lee as the bold Min Ho (done waiting), Minyeong Choi as Dae (drawing boundaries), Gia Kim as Yuri (whose dynamic with Kitty fuels ongoing debates), Anthony Keyvan as Q, Regan Aliyah as Juliana, Hojo Shin (promoted to series regular as Jiwon), Peter Thurnwald as Alex, and more. Newcomers Sule Thelwell (Marius), Soy Kim (Yisoo), and Christine Hwang (Gigi) introduce fresh conflicts, potentially expanding queer narratives and alliances.
Plot details remain closely guarded, but official synopses highlight Kitty’s plans being derailed by revelations and romantic developments. Insiders tease deeper tension, real heartbreak, and a major confrontation fans have anticipated for seasons—likely involving the love triangle’s resolution. The standout element? One airport scene said to close a chapter definitively. While past seasons featured iconic airport moments (Dae’s Season 1 chase, Min Ho’s confession), Season 3’s version promises emotional weight—perhaps a goodbye, realization, or final choice amid senior-year transitions. This scene could symbolize closure for a relationship, tying into themes of growth and moving on.
First-look photos from Netflix, shot by Youngsol Park, capture the season’s essence: Kitty and Min Ho in a close, blooming-cherry-blossom moment hinting at romantic progression; group shots evoking senior-year warmth; and Kitty radiating confidence against Seoul’s skyline.
These visuals emphasize vibrant Korean settings, emotive interactions, and the show’s signature aesthetic—blending rom-com lightness with deeper maturity.
Fan buzz on X is electric. Posts celebrate the MoonCovey (Min Ho-Kitty) focus, with excitement over how Min Ho says “Covey” and theories of tour fallout leading to awkward reunions. Others advocate for Kitty-Yuri, analyzing handholds in photos or color palettes as clues. Some fans joke about Kitty choosing independence, while others note poetic timing—Season 3 dropping April 2, near canon moments of Kitty realizing feelings for Min Ho in late March. Reactions range from “I’m so ready for XO KITTY SEASON 3” to ship debates, proving the show’s power to spark passion.
The series continues shining in representation—Asian-American stories, bisexual visibility, and teen realities like college choices and heartbreak. With the April 2, 2026, premiere fast approaching, Season 3 is set to deliver catharsis through tension, tears, and that pivotal airport moment. Whether it ends a love story or begins a new chapter, this season promises to hit hard and leave a lasting impact.
Get ready—KISS’s most emotional year yet is almost here.
