The Rise of Patricide in Modern TV

A noticeable trend in recent television narratives involves the demise of father figures, suggesting a cultural shift in how patriarchal characters are portrayed. Shows like HBO's 'Industry' and 'Succession' reflect this trend, with main characters confronting their fathers in dramatic and often fatal confrontations. In 'Industry,' a character's father dies under dubious circumstances following a yacht argument, highlighting themes of unresolved familial conflict. This trend points to a broader commentary on the need for new storylines and character developments that arise from the absence of dominating patriarchal figures.