Netflix Confirms 'XO, Kitty' Season 3 Release Date After Fan Demand

Netflix has officially announced that XO, Kitty Season 3 will premiere on June 12, 2026, ending months of speculation among fans. The confirmation came via a social media teaser today, sparking immediate excitement across platforms like Twitter and TikTok. The show, a spinoff of To All the Boys I've Loved Before, has maintained strong US viewership since its 2023 debut.

The announcement follows a surge in online petitions and hashtag campaigns (#RenewXOKitty) urging Netflix to continue the series. Lead star Anna Cathcart, who plays Kitty Song Covey, retweeted the news with a heart-eyed emoji, fueling further engagement. Filming reportedly wrapped in Seoul last month, with post-production now finalized.

Trending searches for the release date spiked this week after Cathcart hinted at "big news" during an April 1 Tonight Show appearance. Netflix data shows XO, Kitty ranked among its top 5 YA titles in 2025, particularly resonating with Gen Z audiences. The new season will explore Kitty's junior year at KISS, with showrunner Jenny Han confirming deeper dives into Korean culture and new romantic twists.

Fans reacted swiftly, with tweets like "June can't come fast enough" amassing thousands of likes within hours. The series' blend of coming-of-age themes and cross-cultural storytelling has made it a standout in Netflix's teen drama lineup. No trailer has been released yet, but Netflix promises one "soon"—likely in May based on their typical marketing timeline.

This renewal defies recent industry trends of shorter Netflix YA series runs. Analysts credit its global appeal, with 40% of Season 2 viewership coming from outside the US. The June release strategically avoids competition with major summer blockbusters while capitalizing on school vacation streaming habits.