Yellowjackets (TV series)

Yellowjackets is an American thriller drama television series created by Ashley Lyle and Bart Nickerson. It premiered on Showtime on November 14, 2021. The series follows two primary storylines: the first involves a group of teenagers who must survive in the wilderness after their plane crashes in 1996, while the second takes place 25 years later and focuses on their attempts to piece their lives back together after being rescued and returning to civilization. It stars a large ensemble cast led by Sophie Nélisse, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Sophie Thatcher, and Samantha Hanratty as the core teenage survivors, while Melanie Lynskey, Tawny Cypress, Juliette Lewis, and Christina Ricci portray their adult counterparts.

The series has received significant praise for its cast's performances, mystery elements and exploration of the past and present timelines. The first and second seasons were met with critical acclaim, while its third season received generally positive reviews. Its accolades include seven Primetime Emmy Award nominations, including Outstanding Drama Series and acting nominations for Lynskey and Ricci. In December 2021, the series was renewed for a second season, which premiered on March 26, 2023. In December 2022, the series was renewed for a third season, which premiered on February 16, 2025. In May 2025, the series was renewed for a fourth season.