'Heartbreak High' Is Heading to Graduation as Season 3 Gets a Release Window

Published 02/16/2026, 8:58 PM CST

Hartley High is officially preparing to close its doors for good. Netflix has confirmed that Heartbreak High will return for a third and final season, bringing the chaotic, emotional, and wildly unpredictable journey of Amerie and her classmates to its ultimate endgame.

With graduation looming and the stakes higher than ever, Heartbreak High Season 3 is set to take fans through the final stretch of high school life, where friendships fracture, secrets explode, and every choice feels like it could change everything. 

So, when exactly will the students of Hartley High return to our screens?

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When will Heartbreak High season 3 release?

Netflix has officially confirmed that Heartbreak High Season 3 will premiere on March 2, 2026, marking the show’s final run. The streamer also confirmed that the series is set for an early 2026 release window, putting an end to months of speculation from fans waiting for updates.

Production on the final season has been completed for a while now. Filming reportedly began in November 2024 and wrapped in early February 2025, which explains why the show is now deep into post-production and ready for its final rollout.

But while the release date is exciting, the bigger question is, what kind of chaos will Season 3 unleash before graduation hits?

What to expect from Heartbreak High Season 3’s final year at Hartley High?

Heartbreak High Season 3 will follow Amerie and the rest of the Hartley High crew as they race toward graduation with their personal lives falling apart in the process. According to early details, the new season will kick off with a revenge prank that spirals out of control, forcing the students into damage-control mode while trying to survive their final year.

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The season will also dive into major milestones like HSC exams, Muck-Up Day pranks, and Schoolies celebrations, while exploring what comes after high school, whether that means university, jobs, or facing reality without the protection of teenage chaos. Themes are expected to lean into consequences, class divides, and the emotional fallout of growing up, giving the show a more reflective edge as it closes out its story.

With graduation approaching and the drama escalating, Heartbreak High Season 3 is shaping up to be an explosive farewell to one of Netflix’s most talked-about teen series. Between the secrets, pranks, and life-changing decisions, Hartley High’s final year is about to be its messiest and most emotional yet.

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Are you ready for the final season of Heartbreak High, or are you not prepared to say goodbye to Hartley High just yet? Let us know in the comments! 

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Karishma Dasgupta

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Karishma is an entertainment journalist at Netflix Junkie. She enjoys digging deep into stories and bringing clarity to the often fast-moving world of entertainment. She holds a double Master’s degree in Fashion Business Management and Digital Marketing.

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