Yellowjackets season 4 gets huge update as 'cultural juggernaut' breaks records

_WARNING: THIS ARTICLE CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM YELLOWJACKETS._ Yellowjackets is set to return for a fourth season following its record-breaking third season, which featured the most-streamed

episode in the show's history. Following a two-year hiatus, series three continued to tell the story of the survivors' stories in the 1990s wilderness and in the present day 25

years later. Despite the lengthy break, the Showtime and Paramount+ horror drama has not seen a dip in popularity, with the third series being hailed as the most-watched season to date. The

April 13 finale stood out as the most-streamed Yellowjackets episode ever, attracting three million global viewers within seven days across both linear and streaming platforms. Season three

also saw unprecedented levels of social media engagement, contributing to its overall success. Given these achievements, it's hardly surprising that just one month after the conclusion

of season three, Paramount+ and Showtime have greenlit Yellowjackets season four. This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn

more Paramount+ free trial Get Paramount+ free for a week Telly fans can get seven days of free access to Paramount+ shows like Tulsa King and Dexter: Original Sin by signing up for a free

trial via Amazon Prime's Paramount+ channel. £0 Paramount+ While the exact return date for the drama remains under wraps, it has been confirmed that "production dates [are] to be

announced shortly". Chris McCarthy, Co-CEO of Paramount Global and president of Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios, expressed excitement over the renewal in a statement:

"Yellowjackets has become a cultural juggernaut; with season three shattering all previous records, we are thrilled to announce its renewal for a season four on Paramount+. "Ashley

[Lyle] and Bart [Nickerson, co-showrunners] have masterfully crafted an utterly singular, genre-defying phenomenon: a perfect alchemy of psychological horror, survival thriller and

coming-of-age drama that continues to captivate audiences worldwide, brought to life by our extraordinarily talented and beloved cast." Season three was filled with unexpected plot

twists from the very beginning, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats. Some of the most shocking reveals included the discovery that Callie (Sarah Desjardins) was the one responsible

for Lottie's (Simone Kessell) tragic fall down the stairs and the unveiling of Mari (Alexa Barajas) as the mysterious "Pit Girl" from the show's opening scene. Also in

the 1990s timeline, Shauna (Sophie Nelisse) was crowned the Antler Queen, a pivotal moment in the story. Meanwhile, in the present day, the return of Melissa (Hilary Swank) was an unexpected

surprise but her departure left a trail of devastation, including the murder of Van (Lauren Ambrose), which left Ty (Tawny Cypress) heartbroken. The season finale ended on a dramatic note

as teenage Natalie (Sophie Thatcher) made a perilous journey to the top of a mountain, where she successfully established contact with the outside world via a satellite phone. With the

confirmation of season four, the question on everyone's mind is how the teenagers will adapt to "normal life" after their traumatic experiences. _YELLOWJACKETS IS AVAILABLE TO

WATCH ON PARAMOUNT+._