If you’re a fan of heartfelt teen romance, K-drama flair, and the chaotic charm of Kitty Song Covey, then buckle up—XO, Kitty is gearing up for its third semester at the Korean Independent School of Seoul (KISS). The Netflix spin-off from Jenny Han’s beloved To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before universe has captured hearts with its blend of cultural clashes, slow-burn crushes, and feel-good friendships. While whispers of a December 2025 release have been floating around fan circles, the latest updates point to an even more exciting timeline. Here’s everything you need to know.
Release Date: Early 2026, But Could It Sneak Into Late 2025?
No official premiere date has been locked in yet, but speculation is rife. Based on Netflix’s typical 6-9 month post-wrap window for similar YA series, Season 3 is eyeing an early 2026 debut, potentially as soon as March. Some outlets, like FandomWire, are betting on mid-spring to align with the show’s school-year vibes.
Cast: Returning Favorites, Fresh Faces, and One Notable Exit
The core crew is back to navigate Kitty’s final year at KISS, but with some intriguing additions and a bittersweet departure. Expect the same electric chemistry that’s made the show a comfort watch.
Returning Stars
- Anna Cathcart as Kitty Song Covey: Our hopeless romantic lead, fresh off that Season 2 cliffhanger confession.
- Sang Heon Lee as Min Ho: The brooding heir whose slow-burn with Kitty has us all shipping #MoonCovey.
- Choi Min-yeong as Dae: The loyal bestie bringing the laughs and heart.
- Anthony Keyvan as Q: Comic relief with hidden depths.
- Gia Kim as Yuri: The artistic soul who’s all about self-discovery.
- Peter Thurnwald as Alex: Rounding out the international friend group.
- Plus: Regan Aliyah (Madison), Sasha Bhasin (Kitty’s sister), Joshua Hyun (Student Body President), and Ryu Han-bi (as a recurring KISS student).
A special treat? Fans are crossing fingers for more To All the Boys crossovers, like Noah Centineo’s Peter Kavinsky, who popped up in Season 1.
New Additions
Season 3 is spicing things up with three exciting newcomers:
- Sule Thelwell (Saint X) as Marius: A mysterious transfer student who could shake up the love triangle (or quadrangle?).
- Soy Kim (Like a French Film) as Yisoo: A sharp-witted artist with ties to Yuri’s world.
- Christine Hwang (Law & Order: SVU) as Gigi: Kitty’s no-nonsense roommate, promising plenty of girl-talk drama.
The Exit
One familiar face won’t return: Jensen Akana (as camp counselor Stella), whose arc wrapped neatly in Season 2. Showrunners have teased that her storyline “comes full circle,” leaving room for emotional callbacks without forcing a reprise.
