XO, Kitty Season 3 Review: Lara Jean’s Cameo, K-Drama Tropes, and Why It’s Number 1 on Netflix Globally
[Introduction] Netflix’s hit spin-off series, XO, Kitty, has officially returned for Season 3, continuing the journey of Kitty Song Covey in Seoul. While the show originates from the beloved To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before trilogy (based on Jenny Han’s New York Times bestseller), it has carved out its own massive global fan base. Despite being set in South Korea, the show surprisingly ranks #1 globally on Netflix in almost every country—except Korea. Here is an in-depth look at what makes Season 3 a must-watch. [The K-Drama Formula: Slow-Burn Romance] One of the most distinct features of XO, Kitty Season 3 is its adherence to K-Drama romance rules. Unlike typical Hollywood teen dramas where physical intimacy happens almost immediately, XO, Kitty follows the "slow-burn" tradition of Korean storytelling. The Kitty & Dae Dynamic: Although Kitty (Anna Cathcart) and Dae (Choi Min-young) have been long-distance lovers since Season 1, their relationship remains innocent and te...
