If Euphoria Killed Off THAT Main Character, Season 3 Is Officially Doomed

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This episode reveals major plot points from Euphoria season 3, episode 5, “This Little Piggy,” and includes detailed descriptions of violent scenes. Be warned if you haven’t watched it yet!

Season 3 of Euphoria has taken some unexpected turns, leaving fans wondering if Rue Bennett, played by Zendaya, could be killed off. As the show’s central character and narrator, Rue is essential to Euphoria‘s emotional core. With the current season already feeling unstable, many believe the show wouldn’t survive without Zendaya.

Ever since the start of season 3 of Euphoria, Rue has been taking huge risks – it began when she let someone shoot an apple off her head. Now, trying to get away from Laurie, she sees Alamo as a solution, but he’s actually made things much worse and put her in even more danger.

Rue’s situation takes a turn for the worse in episode 4 when she’s arrested for drug possession and pressured into becoming an informant. She’s a poor liar, and her attempts to get drugs quickly make Alamo and his associates suspicious. By episode 5, titled “This Little Piggy,” everyone—from Magick to Bishop—starts to notice Rue’s strange behavior and the increasing issues that seem to follow her.

The episode reaches its climax in a shocking final scene. Rue is taken to Alamo’s desert hideout and forced to dig her own grave. Once the hole is deep enough, Alamo’s men bury her up to her neck. The episode ends on a tense cliffhanger: Alamo rides up on horseback, mallet in hand, and swings it towards Rue’s head just as the credits begin.

Fans have also noticed Rue isn’t in the trailer for Euphoria season 3, episode 6. What happened to her is still a mystery, but if she has died, it would explain the direction the show is taking.

If Zendaya Goes, So Does Euphoria’s Pop Culture Relevance

While Sydney Sweeney and Jacob Elordi have also become major stars thanks to Euphoria, Zendaya is the one who truly put the show on the map and earned it critical acclaim. She’s been instrumental in making Euphoria the prestigious series it is today.

Zendaya has already won a Primetime Emmy for her role in Euphoria for the past two seasons, and she’s a contender again this year. However, the show’s current season has received negative reviews. If her character, Rue, dies, the remaining episodes won’t feature Zendaya, and Emmy voters might focus on the season’s problems rather than her excellent performance.

The supporting cast isn’t strong enough to carry the show, and even the leads are facing issues. While Sydney Sweeney and Jacob Elordi have a lot of public attention, Sweeney’s storylines on Euphoria feel more focused on creating controversy than actually moving the plot forward. As for Elordi, the show has dramatically changed his character Nate Jacobs, turning the once intimidating and manipulative jock into a diminished and humiliated figure.

Maddy and Jules remain popular with viewers and are always engaging when they appear. However, season 3 hasn’t given enough attention to their interesting storylines, even with Maddy having a bit more screen time in episode 5. While Alexa Demie and Hunter Schafer are incredibly talented, they don’t currently have the same level of star power as Zendaya, which impacts the show’s overall recognition.

Don’t Put It Past Season 3 To Kill Off Euphoria’s Best Character

It’s very possible the shocking ending of Euphoria season 3 was a trick to get viewers hooked. Rue might actually be alive, even if she’s struggling. It’s a smart move for generating buzz – what better way to ensure everyone tunes in than to leave fans wondering about Zendaya’s character? The big question is: did Rue survive, or is her story over? We’ll have to watch to find out!

Even though killing off Zendaya’s character would be a mistake, the upcoming season of Euphoria suggests that shocking moments are now prioritized over strong storytelling. From Cassie’s attempt to become famous on OnlyFans, to Nate’s increasingly unbelievable injuries, the show seems more focused on generating viral buzz than developing a coherent plot, and Rue may ultimately suffer the consequences.

Killing off a main character can work for a TV series. Shows like HBO’s Six Feet Under and Succession did it brilliantly. But those are truly exceptional, landmark shows. Based on how season 3 of Euphoria has unfolded, it doesn’t seem like that’s the direction the show is heading in.

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2026-05-12 01:59