In a pulse-racing trailer that’s ignited the fandom, Netflix’s XO, Kitty Season 3 promises to crank the drama from schoolyard crushes to life-or-death stakes, with Kitty Song Covey and Min Ho facing their most dangerous moment yet. The official preview, released on January 7, 2026, teases a summer getaway gone horribly wrong, spiraling into high-stakes chases, life-threatening secrets, and a heart-stopping cliffhanger that could shatter their slow-burn love forever. As Kitty navigates her senior year at KISS (Korean Independent School of Seoul), the season shifts from rom-com fluff to thriller territory, blending forbidden risks, desperate saves, and a shocking betrayal set to rip viewers apart. With production wrapping in Seoul last fall, the 10-episode arc drops in spring 2026, building on Season 2’s emotional cliffhangers.
Kitty, played by the effervescent Anna Cathcart, starts the season pretending to have her life together after a transformative semester abroad. But a seemingly idyllic summer trip with friends—including brooding heartthrob Min Ho (Sang Heon Lee), ex Dae (Minyeong Choi), and bestie Q (Anthony Keyvan)—turns perilous when hidden secrets surface. The trailer opens with sun-drenched beaches and flirty banter, but quickly escalates: shadowy figures pursue the group through winding alleys, forcing pulse-pounding foot chases. Kitty uncovers life-threatening intel tied to her family’s past, perhaps linked to her mother’s mysterious history at KISS, putting everyone in danger. Min Ho, ever the protective bad boy, risks it all in desperate saves, leaping into action sequences that include high-speed pursuits and narrow escapes.
The heart of the peril is their slow-burn romance: stolen glances amid chaos, a near-kiss interrupted by gunfire, and a literal cliff edge where one wrong move could end it all. “One wrong move, and someone might not make it back to KISS alive,” a voiceover warns, hinting at potential character deaths. Yuri (Gia Kim), Kitty’s complex love interest, adds layers with her own forbidden risks, while a shocking betrayal—possibly from a trusted ally like Juliana (Regan Aliyah)—rips the group apart. Mindy’s (Jocelyn Shelfo) music career intersects with the drama, providing upbeat tracks that contrast the thriller vibe.
Creator Jenny Han, known for To All the Boys, amps up the stakes, exploring themes of identity, loyalty, and growth. Returning cast includes Thad Luckinbill as Peter, Kitty’s dad, with new faces stirring jealousy. Filmed in vibrant Seoul and exotic summer locales, the visuals pop with K-pop energy and suspenseful cinematography. Season 2’s record 50 million views in its first week set high expectations, and this trailer delivers: fans are divided, some fearing for Kitty-Min Ho endgame, others thrilled by the genre blend.
As Kitty questions if love is worth the danger, Season 3 positions her as a more empowered lead, choosing between heart and survival. With betrayals that “rip the fandom apart,” this getaway isn’t relaxation—it’s a fight for everything. Don’t miss the peril; XO, Kitty is evolving into must-watch thriller-romance.
