The students of Split River High are returning for another ghostly semester. Paramount+ has set the premiere for the third season of School Spirits, with the first three episodes arriving on January 28, 2026. Following a second season that left major questions about the fate of several characters, the new season promises to go “deeper and darker” into the supernatural mysteries of the high school.
School Spirits Season 3 Premiere and Release Schedule
Viewers can mark their calendars for a specific return date. The show’s streaming schedule follows a pattern similar to previous seasons, but with a small change to the day of the week.
- Premiere Date: The third season officially begins on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
- Episode Release Format: The season will launch with three episodes on the premiere day. After that, one new episode will be released each week.
- Season Finale: The eight-episode season is scheduled to conclude with its finale on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
- Weekly Timing: New episodes are expected to drop on Paramount+ at 3 a.m. ET on their release day.
Where to Watch School Spirits Season 3 Worldwide
School Spirits is a Paramount+ original series. This means the primary and exclusive streaming home for the show is on that platform.
- United States, Canada, UK, Australia: The series is available to stream on Paramount+ in these countries.
- Other Regions: The show is also streaming in Latin America and Brazil. The second season is planned to premiere later in Italy, Germany, France, Switzerland, and Austria.
- Previous Seasons: All episodes from Season 1 and Season 2 are currently available to stream on Paramount+ for viewers who need to catch up.
What to Expect in School Spirits Season 3’s Story
The story picks up after the dramatic events of the Season 2 finale, which resolved one major mystery but created several new problems. Peyton List‘s character, Maddie Nears, successfully reunited with her living body. However, her return to the living world does not mean peace.
The official season description states the new chapter will “thin the veil between the living and the dead,” leading to twists that challenge everything the characters believe they know. Maddie will be troubled by frightening visions and bear the weight of protecting both her living friends and those still trapped in the afterlife.
Meanwhile, her best friend Simon Elroy, played by Kristian Ventura, is in dire straits. He is now the one trapped in the ghostly realm of Split River High. His mission will be to uncover the dark secrets hidden in the school’s long history. The season will dig into why so many tragic deaths are connected to the high school and explore the ominous warnings from the spirit guide Mr. Martin, played by Josh Zuckerman.
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The show’s producers have confirmed that the twists of the upcoming season were carefully planned. Megan Trinrud, who co-created the series with Nate Trinrud, stated:
“We’re really intentional with the way that we do that stuff. If people watch Season 2 closely, there’s a lot of clues about where Season 3 is going.”
School Spirits Season 3 Cast and New Additions
The main cast from previous seasons is returning, alongside some promoted characters and new faces joining the school.
The full list of series regulars includes:
- Peyton List as Maddie Nears
- Kristian Ventura as Simon Elroy
- Milo Manheim as Wally Clark
- Spencer MacPherson as Xavier Baxter
- Kiara Pichardo as Nicole Herrera
- Sarah Yarkin as Rhonda
- Nick Pugliese as Charley
- Rainbow Wedell as Claire Zomer
- Josh Zuckerman as Mr. Martin
Additionally, two actors who had recurring roles in Season 2 have been promoted to series regulars for Season 3: Ci Hang Ma, who plays the spirit Quinn, and Miles Elliot, who plays Yuri.
The new season also introduces several recurring guest stars:
- Jennifer Tilly will play Dr. Hunter-Price.
- Ari Dalbert joins as Kyle.
- Erika Swayze will play Livia.
Other returning recurring cast members include Maria Dizzia as Sandra, Patrick Gilmore as Mr. Anderson, and Ian Tracey as Sheriff Baxter.
A trailer for the new season is now available, offering a first look at the frightening visions haunting Maddie and the tense situation facing Simon in the afterlife.
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