Zendaya in ‘Euphoria’.Photo:Eddy Chen/HBO
Eddy Chen/HBO
Euphoriabecame a viral sensation almost instantly.
The teen drama series premiered on HBO in 2019 and follows Rue (Zendaya) and her high school classmates as they navigate issues like drug addiction, body image, sexuality and trauma.
After two highly successful seasons, the show wasrenewed for a thirdin February 2022, but producers have said that new episodes aren’t expected until at least 2025. In March 2024, filming of the third season was put on hold indefinitely and the stars were allowed to pursue other projects, perDeadline.
While fans wait for news on the upcoming season, there are plenty of other drama-filled, thought-provoking shows to dig into.
From teen dramas to mystery thrillers, here are 12 shows to watch if you’re a fan ofEuphoria.
Skins
Hannah Murray in ‘Skins’.James Edwin Bettney / Channel 4/Company Pictures / Courtesy: Everett
James Edwin Bettney / Channel 4/Company Pictures / Courtesy: Everett
It’s safe to say thatSkinswalked so thatEuphoriacould run. The British teen drama aired from 2007 to 2013 and centers around a group of high school students in Bristol, England.
Known for its gritty depictions of teenage debauchery, the series tackled controversial topics such as substance abuse, sexuality and mental illness.
Sex Education
‘Sex Education’ Season 4.Thomas Wood/Netflix
Thomas Wood/Netflix
This British Netflix series explores the sex lives of both teens and adults at Moordale Secondary School in an idyllic fictional town.
The ensemble cast starsAsa Butterfield,Gillian Anderson,Ncuti GatwaandEmma Mackey. If you’re looking for teen drama, but want something a little lighter thanEuphoria’s dark storylines,Sex Educationis the perfect watch.
We Are Who We Are
Chloe Sevigny in ‘We Are Who We Are’.HBO
HBO
This British coming-of-age drama series follows two American teenagers who live on a fictional United States military base in Italy.
Gossip Girl
Nan Zhang, Leighton Meester, and Nicole Fiscella in ‘Gossip Girl’.K C Bailey/Cw Network/Kobal/Shutterstock
K C Bailey/Cw Network/Kobal/Shutterstock
Gossip Girlquickly built a cult following when it premiered in 2007. Based on a popular book series of the same name, the show centers around wealthy teenagers on the Upper East Side of Manhattan.
After spending a year at a boarding school, “it girl” Serena van der Woodsen (Blake Lively) returns to New York City and reunites with her frenemy Blair Waldorf (Leighton Meester). Over the course of six seasons, plenty of meme-worthy drama ensues between them and their fellow classmates.
The Idol
Lily-Rose Depp and The Weeknd in ‘The Idol’.HBO
While it’s not a high school drama,The Idolwill certainly satisfy your itch for Levinson’s signature style.
The series was not renewed for a second season, but you can still stream five episodes chock-full of Levinson’s trademark cinematography and controversial plotlines.
Degrassi
This Canadian teen drama series has a cult following for good reason. The franchise has had several iterations dating back to 1979, but one of the most memorable iterations wasDegrassi: The Next Generation, which starredDrakebefore he was a well-known musician.
LikeEuphoria, the show addressed controversial topics like mental health, sexuality and drug abuse among teenagers.
Cruel Summer
‘Cruel Summer’ episode.Freeform/Justine Yeung
Freeform/Justine Yeung
Part teen drama, part crime thriller —Cruel Summerpacks an intense punch.
This anthology series premiered in 2021 and each of the two seasons presents a different teen murder mystery with plenty of twists and turns. In season 1,Olivia Holtstars as a popular girl who goes missing.
Season 2 hadGriffin GluckandLexi Underwoodamong its cast who played out another mystery, this one of a murdered boy and a trio of friends who are somehow involved. After the second season premiered in the summer of 2023, the series was canceled.
My So-Called Life
Devon Gummersall and Claire Danes in ‘My So-Called Life’.ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Content/Getty
ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Content/Getty
Some fans seeMy So-Called Lifeas the originalEuphoriabecause of its parallel themes of drug use, toxic romance and teenage angst.
Genera+ion
Chase Sui Wonders and Haley Sanchez in ‘Genera+ion’.Warrick Page/HBO
Warrick Page/HBO
Genera+ionstars a band of young talent includingChase Sui Wonders, Haley Sanchez andJustice Smith. The main characters struggle with their sexuality and questions of right and wrong while trying to get through high school.
The aesthetics and outfits, as well as the focus on social media, cement the show’s take on modern teenagehood.
Recovery Road
Lindsay Pearce, Emma Fassler, and Jessica Sula in ‘Recovery Road’.Gilles Mingasson/Freeform/Getty
Gilles Mingasson/Freeform/Getty
The 2016 series starring Sebastian de Souza,Kyla Prattand Jessica Sula, may deal with serious themes but it also stays true to the teen genre, including a romantic arc for the main character.
Freaks and Geeks
Busy Philipps and James Franco in ‘Freaks and Geeks’.Chris Haston/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal/Getty
As referenced in the title, members of the core group aren’t exactly the most popular kids in school, which leads to plenty of awkward moments and questions of loyalty and social dynamics.
The show’s all-star cast includesLinda Cardellini,James Franco,Jason Segel,Busy PhilippsandSeth Rogen.
One of Us Is Lying
Annalisa Cochrane in ‘One of Us is Lying’.Nicola Dove/Peacock/Getty
Nicola Dove/Peacock/Getty
The thrillerOne of Us Is Lyingchronicles the lives of five students who go into detention one day but only four survive. The following episodes deal with questions of guilt and long-held secrets as everyone attempts to figure out what happened.
Although far more mysterious thanEuphoria,One of Us Is Lyinghas the same intense dialogue and serious themes.
source: people.com
