Class is back at Split River High with ‘School Spirits’ Season 3
Class is back at Split River High with ‘School Spirits’ Season 3
The Paramount+ mystery returns with a three-episode premiere and a darker new chapter.
“School Spirits” is officially back. The Paramount+ mystery drama returns for Season 3 with higher stakes, darker secrets, and a deeper dive into what’s really been haunting Split River High. Peyton List is once again at the center of it all as Maddie Nears, and this season pushes the story further than it’s ever gone before. Here’s how to watch “School Spirits” Season 3 when it drops on Wednesday, Jan. 28, only on Paramount+.
How to watch ‘School Spirits’ Season 3
- When: Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026 at 3 a.m. ET
- TV: Paramount+
- Stream: Watch with a subscription to Paramount+
- From anywhere: Watch with a subscription to a VPN.
Everything you need to know about ‘School Spirits’ Season 3
When will episodes of ‘School Spirits’ Season 3 come on Paramount+?
“School Spirits” Season 3 premieres Wednesday, Jan. 28 on Paramount+, with the first three episodes dropping at once. After the premiere, new episodes release weekly, leading up to the Season 3 finale on Wednesday, March 4. If you like to binge a few episodes up front but still enjoy a weekly rollout, this season hits that sweet spot.
Why do we recommend Paramount+ for watching ‘School Spirits’ Season 3?
Because it’s the only place you can watch it. “School Spirits” is a Paramount+ exclusive, so you’ll need a subscription to stream Season 3. Paramount+ offers two plans. The Essential plan costs $9 per month with ads, while the Premium plan is $14 per month and removes ads. Both plans give you full access to the series the moment new episodes drop, so this is an easy one-month or two-month signup if you’re just here for the season.
Can you watch episodes of ‘School Spirits’ Season 3 for free?
Nope, Paramount+ recently stopped offering a free trial, so you’ll need a paid subscription to watch “School Spirits” Season 3. The good news is that pricing is straightforward, and since the season runs just over a month, you can sign up, watch the full season, and cancel when the finale wraps if you don’t plan on sticking around.
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Watch the trailer for ‘School Spirits’ Season 3
What is ‘School Spirits’ Season 3 about?
“School Spirits” Season 3 takes the mystery to a much darker place. After clawing her way back to life, Maddie Nears is dealing with terrifying visions and the weight of protecting both the living and the dead. Meanwhile, Simon finds himself trapped in the afterlife, growing increasingly obsessed with the buried secrets of Split River High. As the line between worlds grows thinner, the season starts asking some unsettling questions. Why have so many people died at this school? What was Mr. Martin really warning them about? And what happens when the truth finally comes out?
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School Spirits
Maddie, a teen stuck in the afterlife investigating her own mysterious disappearance, goes on a crime-solving journey as she adjusts to high school purgatory, but the closer she gets to discovering the truth, the more secrets and lies she uncovers.