Start at Season 1, Episode 1 (the pilot). Euphoria is serialized and narrated by Rue, so beginning with the first episode gives the clearest introduction to Rue, Jules, Nate, Maddy, Fez, Kat, Lexi, and the show’s major conflicts and tone.
Content warning: the series contains explicit sexual content, drug use (including opioid/fentanyl addiction), violence, and trauma. If you want a shorter recommendation (a few standout episodes to sample first) or an entry point focused on a particular character, tell me which character or tone you prefer.
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