Showtime has today announced that the upcoming fourth season of its original drama series Yellowjackets will be its last. Production on the final season will commerce in early 2026 for a premiere later in the year.
"After three incredible seasons, and great consideration, we're excited to announce that we will be bringing the story of Yellowjackets to its twisted conclusion in this fourth and final season," said co-creators Ashley Lyle and Bart Nickerson. "We've always known there would come a point when the story would tell us it wants to end, and it's our belief that our job - our responsibility - is to listen. Telling this emotional, wild, and deeply human story has been a profoundly meaningful experience and a true honor for us, and we're so very grateful to the brilliant cast, crew and writers who have bravely gone on the journey with us to bring it to life. Most of all, we want to thank the fans who have stuck with us through every moment, mystery and meal - the Hive is nothing without you! We can't wait to share the final chapter with you and hope you find it... delicious."
The drama stars Melanie Lynskey, Christina Ricci, Tawny Cypress, Lauren Ambrose, Sophie Nélisse, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Sophie Thatcher, Samantha Hanratty, Courtney Eaton, Liv Hewson, Steven Krueger, Warren Kole, Kevin Alves, Sarah Desjardins and Simone Kessell.
Lyle and Nickerson executive produce with Jonathan Lisco, Drew Comins, Jeff W. Byrd, Sarah L. Thompson, Ameni Rozsa and Brad Van Arragon. Lionsgate Television and Creative Engine produce.
The drama's third season concluded in April 2025. The renewal for the fourth season arrived a month later in May. Since Showtime's parent company Paramount Global acquired Skydance in August, the premium cable network has announced that both The Chi and Yellowjackets will be concluding with their upcoming seasons.