Alright, buckle up, buttercup, because The White Lotus Season 3 just wrapped up, and, man, what a ride! This season, set against the stunning backdrop of Thailand—think lush beaches and ornate temples—definitely delivered the signature White Lotus chaos we’ve come to expect.
The new batch of ridiculously wealthy (and ridiculously flawed) guests brought a fresh wave of dysfunction. We had the Ratliff family, dealing with some serious financial drama and a whole lot of internal squabbling. Then there was Rick, this intense dude on a spiritual quest with his girlfriend, Chelsea, who provided a good dose of awkwardness and unexpected twists. And let’s not forget the trio of old college friends, Laurie, Kate, and Jaclyn, whose supposedly relaxing getaway dredged up all sorts of past baggage and petty grievances.
Okay, so these three women, they call themselves “the greatest friends ever,” right? Like, just because they’ve known each other forever, they think that automatically makes them tight. But boy, does that facade crumble fast. By the time the first episode wraps up, you’re seeing the real deal behind their so-called friendship.
So Laurie hits the hay for the night, and what do Jaclyn and Kate do? They immediately start dissecting Laurie and her life back in New York. It’s all these little comments that sound innocent enough on the surface, but you can just feel the judgment dripping off them – classic mean girl stuff, even if they’re grown-ups now. And the kicker? Laurie’s totally within earshot, having a good old wine-fueled cry while listening to her “besties” tear her down. And that’s just episode one! You know things are about to get messy.
What I always love about this show is how it manages to be both hilarious and deeply uncomfortable at the same time. You’re laughing one minute at some absurdly privileged complaint, and the next you’re cringing at the characters’ self-destructive tendencies. This season definitely kept that balance, exploring themes of spirituality versus materialism, the weight of family secrets, and the ever-present clash between the haves and the have-nots.
Forget the usual drama; everyone’s losing their minds over what went down—or maybe didn’t fully go down—between these two brothers, Saxon (Patrick Schwarzenegger) and Lochlan (Sam Nivola). I mean, at first it was just a kiss, right? Except, hold on, there’s nothing “just” about that. But then things got even more… under the covers. And now the internet’s gone completely bonkers, throwing around the word “incest” and dissecting this huge societal taboo—I mean, we’re talking about something potentially illegal here—in the most ridiculously shallow ways imaginable. It’s like everyone’s treating it like the latest celebrity gossip instead of, you know, a really serious thing.
The performances were top-notch, as always. Jason Isaacs as the patriarch Tim was captivating as he navigated his crumbling empire, and Walton Goggins brought a real intensity to Rick’s search for meaning. Aimee Lou Wood as Chelsea was a standout for me—she perfectly captured that blend of naivety and underlying vulnerability. And Natasha Rothwell returning as Belinda? Yes, please! Her storyline took some interesting turns, and it was great to see her character evolve.
And speaking of more… I am absolutely counting down the days until The White Lotus Season 4! After that finale (no spoilers, promise!), I’m dying to know where they’ll take us next and who will be checking into another branch of this hilariously cursed hotel chain. Bring on the next dose of sun-drenched drama!
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