<p>HBO's <em>Succession </em>ended on Sunday with a depressing and in many ways perfect finale. In the end, none of the Roy siblings got what they wanted. Connor is off to Slovenia, or thinks he is, as an ambassador when he wanted to be the US President. Kendall, Shiv, and Roman wanted to rule Waystar Royco, their father's media empire, but all of them were foiled by Lukas Matsson and Tom Wambsgans. While Tom is the nominal CEO, it is Mattson who wields real power. While Shiv and Roman are more or less resigned to their fates, Kendall is less so. As he said in the episode, if he doesn't become the CEO, he is nothing. “If I don’t get this, I feel like…I might die" are his exact words.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After learning that he cannot convince, manipulate or bully his siblings to vote in his favour, he leaves the Waystar headquarters and wanders purposelessly around the Battery Park and stares out towards the Hudson river. It is not clear what he has in his mind. Many have posited that he pondered killing himself, as he has displayed suicidal tendencies before.</p>

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<h2><strong>What happens to Kendall Roy at the end?</strong></h2>

<p>Nothing. The scene cuts a little too soon as he gazes towards the water like a man already dead. In many ways, he might be. But we know he will be safe, and the writers make it clear as day, when we see Colin Stiles, the late Logan's bodyguard, keeping an eye out for him.</p>

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<h2><strong>The alternate ending of <em>Succession </em>was much darker</strong></h2>

<p>While Kendall is not in a good position in the end of Succession, he is still not so bad. He did get a lot of money from the GoJo deal, after all, and can live out his days in peace and luxury. Also, it could have been worse. Jeremy Strong, the man behind the character, has said that being into his character was almost too much for him as he jumped into the river, believing Kendall wanted to die. He told Vanity Fair, “I tried to go into the water after we cut — I got up from that bench and went as fast as I could over the barrier and onto the pilings, and the actor playing Colin (Scott Nicholson) raced over."</p>

<p>He added, "I didn’t know I was gonna do that, and he didn’t know, but he raced over and stopped me. I don’t know whether in that moment I felt that Kendall just wanted to die — I think he did — or if he wanted to be saved by essentially a proxy of his father.”</p>

<p>Yikes.</p>

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<h2><strong><em>Succession </em>finale review</strong></h2>

<p>Despite all that darkness and gloom, <em>Succession</em>'s series finale was a humdinger. I wrote in its review, "It is a testament to Jesse Armstrong and other writers' talent that the show maintained its authenticity and refused to provide a simplistic resolution or redemption for its characters. Right until the end, this show remained true to itself, insightful, and thought-provoking. <em>Succession </em>has ensconced itself as one of the finest achievements in modern television."<br />
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HBO's Succession ended on Sunday with a depressing and in many ways perfect finale. In the end, none of the Roy siblings got what they wanted. Connor is off to Slovenia, or thinks he is, as an ambassador when he wanted to be the US President.

HBO's Succession ended on Sunday with a depressing and in many ways perfect finale. In the end, none of the Roy siblings got what they wanted. Connor is off to Slovenia, or thinks he is, as an ambassador when he wanted to be the US President. Kendall, Shiv, and Roman wanted to rule Waystar Royco, their father's media empire, but all of them were foiled by Lukas Matsson and Tom Wambsgans. While Tom is the nominal CEO, it is Mattson who wields real power. While Shiv and Roman are more or less resigned to their fates, Kendall is less so. As he said in the episode, if he doesn't become the CEO, he is nothing. “If I don’t get this, I feel like…I might die" are his exact words. After learning that he cannot convince, manipulate or bully his siblings to vote in his favour, he leaves the Waystar headquarters and wanders purposelessly around the Battery Park and stares out towards the Hudson river. It is not clear what he has in his mind. Many have posited that he pondered killing himself, as he has displayed suicidal tendencies before. Also Read: Succession finale review: A dark, fitting, and unforgettable conclusion to an uncompromising show What happens to Kendall Roy at the end? Nothing. The scene cuts a little too soon as he gazes towards the water like a man already dead. In many ways, he might be. But we know he will be safe, and the writers make it clear as day, when we see Colin Stiles, the late Logan's bodyguard, keeping an eye out for him. The alternate ending of Succession was much darker While Kendall is not in a good position in the end of Succession, he is still not so bad. He did get a lot of money from the GoJo deal, after all, and can live out his days in peace and luxury. Also, it could have been worse. Jeremy Strong, the man behind the character, has said that being into his character was almost too much for him as he jumped into the river, believing Kendall wanted to die. He told Vanity Fair, “I tried to go into the water after we cut — I got up from that bench and went as fast as I could over the barrier and onto the pilings, and the actor playing Colin (Scott Nicholson) raced over." He added, "I didn’t know I was gonna do that, and he didn’t know, but he raced over and stopped me. I don’t know whether in that moment I felt that Kendall just wanted to die — I think he did — or if he wanted to be saved by essentially a proxy of his father.” Yikes. Also Read: Succession's brilliant finale was not 'feel-bad'. It was a reality check Succession finale review Despite all that darkness and gloom, Succession's series finale was a humdinger. I wrote in its review, "It is a testament to Jesse Armstrong and other writers' talent that the show maintained its authenticity and refused to provide a simplistic resolution or redemption for its characters. Right until the end, this show remained true to itself, insightful, and thought-provoking. Succession has ensconced itself as one of the finest achievements in modern television." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Succession actor Jeremy Strong says Kendall's alternate ending was much darker: 'I tried to go into the water'

<p>I am, as a rule, not a bandwagoner. Despite glowing reception to its first few episodes, I did not start watching HBO's <em>Succession </em>until I learned that it had indeed stuck the landing in the season finale. And when I began watching it, I knew there was no going back. This was, I felt my show. It was as though execs at HBO had a pitch meeting where it was decided they would make something that would specifically please this scribe. Initially seeming to be just about a dysfunctional family vying for control of a media empire, it became a profound exploration of power dynamics in the modern empires we call corporations, and the corrupting influence of ambition and power.</p>

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<h2><strong>How <em>Succession </em>came to dominate TV Discourse</strong></h2>

<p>The brilliance of Succession lies not only in its sharp writing and complex characters but also in its commitment to authenticity. It refuses to sugarcoat or romanticise the world of corporate power. Instead, it strips away the facade and exposes the ugly truth lurking beneath. It confronts us with the unsettling reality that individuals in positions of power often prioritise their own interests over principles of morality or empathy.</p>

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<h2><strong>Is <em>Succession </em>finale ending "feel-bad"?</strong></h2>

<p>Now, <em>Succession </em>has ended, and the world feels empty. While the end was suitably devastating, it is not that it makes me sad. It is the fact that the show is over.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The episode, titled With Open Eyes, has garnered considerable attention and discussion, and many have dubbed it a "feel-bad" ending. Of course, it is feel-bad. Because, the show, with all its searing wit and brilliant character-word, was feel-bad. It was not your escapist fantasy where justice is served and characters find redemption.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It was a pretty realistic depiction of what transpires in the corridors of power. It delved into the dark underbelly of corporate empires and the lengths to which people will go to protect their interests. The show unfurls the curtains and exposes the manipulations, backstabbing, and moral compromises that occur behind closed doors.&nbsp;</p>

<p><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/lkiKn9u0bEQ" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></p>

<h2><strong>Is "feel-bad" such a bad thing, after all, with respect to <em>Succession</em>?</strong></h2>

<p>I do believe that the "feel-bad" is not a shade on the show. It, in fact, might be a form of praise, even if not intended. You see, fans had come to truly love Shiv, Roman and Kendall. Their journey throughout the show resonated deeply with viewers, making them emotionally invested in the outcome of their stories.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But along the way, many of us forgot the true nature of these people and the show, the Roy siblings in particular. They were still wicked people obsessed with power and used that power liberally to bully those below them in the hierarchy. The characters we have grown to love, hate, or love to hate were also not immune to the consequences of their actions. The show refused to provide a sense of closure or resolution because, in the real world, power struggles are rarely neatly resolved and oppression in one form or another continues.</p>

<p><em>Succession </em>challenges us to confront the uncomfortable truths about power dynamics and the perpetuation of injustice.</p>

<p>While the finale may not have provided the satisfying resolutions or moments of redemption that fans were hoping for, it is precisely this departure from conventional expectations that adds to the show's brilliance.</p>

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I am, as a rule, not a bandwagoner. Despite glowing reception to its first few episodes, I did not start watching HBO's Succession until I learned that it had indeed stuck the landing in the season finale.

I am, as a rule, not a bandwagoner. Despite glowing reception to its first few episodes, I did not start watching HBO's Succession until I learned that it had indeed stuck the landing in the season finale. And when I began watching it, I knew there was no going back. This was, I felt my show. It was as though execs at HBO had a pitch meeting where it was decided they would make something that would specifically please this scribe. Initially seeming to be just about a dysfunctional family vying for control of a media empire, it became a profound exploration of power dynamics in the modern empires we call corporations, and the corrupting influence of ambition and power. Also Read: Succession finale review: A dark, fitting, and unforgettable conclusion to an uncompromising show How Succession came to dominate TV Discourse The brilliance of Succession lies not only in its sharp writing and complex characters but also in its commitment to authenticity. It refuses to sugarcoat or romanticise the world of corporate power. Instead, it strips away the facade and exposes the ugly truth lurking beneath. It confronts us with the unsettling reality that individuals in positions of power often prioritise their own interests over principles of morality or empathy. Is Succession finale ending "feel-bad"? Now, Succession has ended, and the world feels empty. While the end was suitably devastating, it is not that it makes me sad. It is the fact that the show is over. The episode, titled With Open Eyes, has garnered considerable attention and discussion, and many have dubbed it a "feel-bad" ending. Of course, it is feel-bad. Because, the show, with all its searing wit and brilliant character-word, was feel-bad. It was not your escapist fantasy where justice is served and characters find redemption. It was a pretty realistic depiction of what transpires in the corridors of power. It delved into the dark underbelly of corporate empires and the lengths to which people will go to protect their interests. The show unfurls the curtains and exposes the manipulations, backstabbing, and moral compromises that occur behind closed doors. Is "feel-bad" such a bad thing, after all, with respect to Succession? I do believe that the "feel-bad" is not a shade on the show. It, in fact, might be a form of praise, even if not intended. You see, fans had come to truly love Shiv, Roman and Kendall. Their journey throughout the show resonated deeply with viewers, making them emotionally invested in the outcome of their stories. But along the way, many of us forgot the true nature of these people and the show, the Roy siblings in particular. They were still wicked people obsessed with power and used that power liberally to bully those below them in the hierarchy. The characters we have grown to love, hate, or love to hate were also not immune to the consequences of their actions. The show refused to provide a sense of closure or resolution because, in the real world, power struggles are rarely neatly resolved and oppression in one form or another continues. Succession challenges us to confront the uncomfortable truths about power dynamics and the perpetuation of injustice. While the finale may not have provided the satisfying resolutions or moments of redemption that fans were hoping for, it is precisely this departure from conventional expectations that adds to the show's brilliance. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Succession actor Jeremy Strong says Kendall's alternate ending was much darker: 'I tried to go into the water'

Succession's brilliant finale was not 'feel-bad'. It was a reality check