'Euphoria' has been a critical failure, but it has surpassed the audience of the best series on HBO Max

The third season of Euphoria, the acclaimed series starring Zendaya, has arrived marked by adverse reviews that have made it the lowest rated to date. With a score of just 42% on Rotten Tomatoes, the reception has been considerably negative, which contrasts with the anticipation generated by its return after a prolonged hiatus.

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Despite the harsh criticism, the series has positioned itself as the most-watched on HBO Max, sweeping across 55 countries, including Spain. This phenomenon demonstrates that, despite the unfavorable ratings from both the audience and critics, viewers remain very interested in following the storylines of teenagers in Los Angeles.

In this return, Euphoria has managed to dethrone The Pitt, which had previously dominated the platform’s ranking. The popularity of the series persists, even though its third season has been the subject of intense criticism and mixed opinions. This reception seems to have had no effect on its audience, at least in terms of viewership.

The first episode of the new season shows certain influences from The Idol, a series that has also faced criticism from an audience that continues to explore the complexities of the entertainment world and fame. In this sense, it can be observed that three of the protagonists of Euphoria deal with issues related to the entertainment industry, something that seems to resonate with the audience, as evidenced by the growing popularity of The Idol, now ranked as the fifth most-watched series on the platform.

While the official audience data has not yet been published by HBO, the phenomenon of Euphoria seems to continue despite negative opinions, raising questions about the future of the series and its narrative development in this new chapter.