Love Gets Messier — and a Little More Real: XO, Kitty Season 3 Heads to Netflix in 2026

The heartfelt chaos of Netflix’s XO, Kitty is far from over. Anna Cathcart returns as the irrepressible Kitty Song Covey, heading back to Seoul with a heart that’s endured breakups, betrayals, and bold self-discoveries. Renewed on Valentine’s Day 2025 and with production wrapping in July, Season 3 promises messier romances, deeper friendships, and choices that feel profoundly real. Though no official trailer has dropped yet, anticipation builds for a pivotal decision that could redefine Kitty’s path in love and life.

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Season 2, which premiered January 16, 2025, escalated the drama at the Korean Independent School of Seoul (KISS). Kitty navigated a complicated love hexagon, explored her queer identity, uncovered family secrets about her late mother, and performed in a high-stakes K-pop talent show. The finale delivered a gut-punch cliffhanger: after realizing her feelings for Min Ho (Sang Heon Lee), Kitty spontaneously joins him on a summer tour with his family—just as he’s processing his own emotions.

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Creator Jenny Han and showrunner Jessica O’Toole (with Valentina Garza taking the helm for Season 3) have teased that the upcoming chapter dives into more mature territory. “If you thought junior year at KISS brought the drama…just wait,” O’Toole said upon renewal, highlighting the show’s first summer episode filled with “plenty of romance, friendship, adventure…and kissing. Lots of kissing.” Kitty’s heart—broken by past relationships with Dae (Minyeong Choi) and Yuri (Gia Kim), rebuilt through self-growth, yet still searching—faces its toughest test yet.

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The slow-burn between Kitty and Min Ho takes center stage, with their summer escapade promising sun-soaked tension and honest conversations. Meanwhile, Yuri grapples with fallout from her breakup with Juliana, Q (Anthony Keyvan) pursues opportunities stateside, and Dae rebuilds after emotional turmoil. New cast members Sule Thelwell as Marius, Soy Kim as Yisoo, and Christine Hwang as Gigi inject fresh dynamics, potentially sparking rivalries or alliances.

Love feels “messier” as characters confront real consequences: unrequited feelings, long-distance strains, and the fear of vulnerability. Yet it’s “a little more real,” emphasizing growth, queer representation, and cultural identity. Kitty’s journey from impulsive matchmaker to someone embracing complexity resonates deeply with fans navigating their own tangled hearts.

With filming complete in Seoul, speculation points to a 2026 release—likely early to mid-year, following Netflix’s post-production timeline. Strong Season 2 viewership (debuting at No. 2 globally) ensured swift renewal, and behind-the-scenes glimpses shared by the cast fuel excitement.

Returning favorites include Sang Heon Lee as the charismatic Min Ho, Gia Kim as the poised Yuri, Minyeong Choi as the sensitive Dae, Anthony Keyvan as loyal bestie Q, and Jocelyn Shelfo as Madison. Expect cameos tying back to To All the Boys, building on Noah Centineo’s Season 2 appearance.

Thematically, Season 3 matures the spin-off’s bubbly charm. K-drama-inspired flair remains—stunning Seoul backdrops, heartfelt confessions, fashionable outfits—but stakes rise with senior-year pressures, family revelations, and irreversible choices. That teased “choice that could change everything” might involve Kitty committing to Min Ho, returning home, or uncovering a game-changing secret about her mother’s past.

As a bridge between the whimsical To All the Boys films and bolder YA stories, XO, Kitty continues charming with its authenticity. Kitty Song Covey’s Seoul adventure proves that love’s messiest moments often lead to the most genuine growth.

Fans won’t have to wait forever—2026 brings more heart-fluttering drama, proving some stories are worth the chaos.

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