The series finale of “You” on Netflix has left fans shocked and satisfied as Joe Goldberg finally faces the consequences of his actions. In the last episode, Joe is captured and put behind bars by his former victims who team up to ensure he pays for his crimes.
At the beginning of the season, Joe is happily married to Kate Lockwood and tries to live a normal life with his son Henry. However, his past catches up with him when he meets a woman named Bronte, who turns out to be a catfish named Louise. Louise, along with her friends, catches Joe on camera committing a murder but ultimately testifies in his defense out of love for him.
Kate takes matters into her own hands and enlists the help of Nadia and Marienne to trap Joe in a cage under the bookstore. They gather evidence to incriminate him and finally succeed in getting him arrested and charged with life in prison. The series ends with Joe alone in his cell, reading fan letters and reflecting on his actions.
The show’s creators, Justin Lo and Michael Foley, reveal that the decision to put Joe in prison was a way to ensure he faced the consequences of his actions and did not get away with his crimes. They wanted to show the audience the true extent of Joe’s monstrosity and ensure he ended up alone and without freedom.
Throughout the season, the writers revisited past victims like Nadia and Marienne to give them closure and a chance to confront Joe. They also brought back Beck, whose murder by Joe was the original sin that the audience became complicit in by rooting for him.
The finale sees Joe at his most horrific, chasing Louise naked and bloody through the rain. The choice of music, including Taylor Swift’s “Guilty as Sin?” and Cardi B’s cameo, added layers to the storytelling and matched the tone of the scenes.
The creators express their gratitude for the opportunity to work on the show and praise the cast and crew for their dedication and talent. Penn Badgley, who plays Joe, is commended for his brilliant performance and conscientious nature on set.
In conclusion, the series finale of “You” delivers a satisfying conclusion to Joe Goldberg’s story, showcasing the consequences of his actions and leaving viewers with a poignant reflection on the nature of obsession and toxic masculinity.
