HBO's Succession Podcast “The Munsters” with Jesse Armstrong, Frank Rich, and Ben Smith
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Mar 27, 2023 
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Ending To Preserve The Show's Heart
- The writers decided the show should end when its political and cultural heartbeat reached a natural conclusion.
- Jesse Armstrong felt extending the succession storyline risked turning the show into a 'zombie' with no heart.
Finale Should Stay Organic
- Frank Rich emphasizes truth to character over gimmicky finales or deus ex machina.
- He argues previous seasons each could have served as an ending, so the finale must feel organic.
Sibling Unity Is Fragile And Tactical
- The sibling alliance after Italy is fragile and tentative, energized by a recent shared trauma.
- Their unity masks insecurity and constant readiness to stab each other for advantage.