Same Spirits, New Forms

"Same Spirits, New Forms" is the first episode of the third season of the American black comedy drama anthology television series The White Lotus. It is the fourteenth overall episode of the series and was written and directed by series creator Mike White. It originally aired on HBO on February 16, 2025, and also was available on Max on the same date. The series follows the guests and employees of the fictional White Lotus resort chain. The season is set in Thailand, and follows the new guests, which include Rick Hatchett and his younger girlfriend Chelsea; Timothy Ratliff, his wife Victoria, and their children Saxon, Piper, and Lochlan; Jaclyn Lemon and her friends Kate and Laurie; and White Lotus Hawaii employee Belinda. According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 0.420 million household viewers and gained a 0.09 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received positive reviews from critics, who lauded the episode's performances and cinematography, although there were mixed reactions towards the episode's pacing.