Directed by Mark Mylod and written by Jesse Armstrong, Succession comes to an end. The pieces are in place for a few last big moves, but leave it to Armstrong to pull off some last-minute changes. The Succession finale, titled "With Open Eyes," completes the two-week window from the start of the season. Emotions run … Continue reading ‘Succession’ – Series Finale – Season 4, Episode 10 – “With Open Eyes” Recap
TV Review: ‘Succession’ Leaves on the Highest of Notes
Saying goodbye to a television series is never easy. Succession made that harder than most shows. The family drama became appointment television after an incredible end to its first season. While many started out cold on the series, it quickly became apparent that Jesse Armstrong had big plans. In its final season, Succession leaves an … Continue reading TV Review: ‘Succession’ Leaves on the Highest of Notes
‘Succession’ – Season 4, Episode 9 – “Church and State” Recap
The penultimate episode of Succession finally addresses the funeral of Logan Roy. The family splintered once again on Election Night. With Roman Roy (Kieran Culkin) feeling himself, he takes to the stage to eulogize their father. Can he keep his emotions in check? We know the sparks will fly as the family deals with its … Continue reading ‘Succession’ – Season 4, Episode 9 – “Church and State” Recap
‘Succession’ – Season 4, Episode 8 – “America Decides” Recap
Succession has been teasing the election all season, and now it's that time! Nothing like reliving the last few election nights, all wrapped into one episode. Of course, Jesse Armstrong and the team imagine an even darker yet conceivable version of events. With domestic terrorism coursing through the election and extremists calling the shots, the … Continue reading ‘Succession’ – Season 4, Episode 8 – “America Decides” Recap
‘Succession’ – Season 4, Episode 7 – “Tailgate Party” Recap
We all thought the election party was during election night. Silly us. What appears to be the calm before the storm turns into quite the battle. Not only does Shiv (Sarah Snook) have a different agenda from her brothers, but also from her husband (Matthew Macfadyen). The battles rage, both inside their relationships and inside … Continue reading ‘Succession’ – Season 4, Episode 7 – “Tailgate Party” Recap
‘Succession’ – Season 4, Episode 6 – “Living+” Recap
After a strong showing abroad, Shiv (Sarah Snook) needs to keep the house of cards in order. Her brothers Kendall (Jeremy Strong) and Roman (Kieran Culkin) went rogue and tried to throw off the deal. If not for Shiv, the team might have been dead in the water. Shiv helped play Matsson (Alexander Skarsgård) against … Continue reading ‘Succession’ – Season 4, Episode 6 – “Living+” Recap
‘Succession’ – Season 4 Episode 5 – “Kill List” Recap Recap
Last week, Shiv was furious at her siblings for being left out of the takeover. However, she remains an essential piece as they move forward with Matsson. The brothers take the lead, ready to extract as much value as possible from Matsson. Yet the GoJo deal means one thing for the family: they lose Waystar … Continue reading ‘Succession’ – Season 4 Episode 5 – “Kill List” Recap Recap
‘Succession’- Season 4, Episode 4 – “Honeymoon States” Recap
A groundbreaking episode of television shook up the TV landscape. Yet the fallout from "Connor's Wedding" will decide how Succession concludes. Who will take over now that Logan Roy is dead? Three Roy children (Kieran Culkin, Sarah Snook, and Jeremy Strong) all want the crown. Meanwhile, the old guard wants their piece of the action. … Continue reading ‘Succession’- Season 4, Episode 4 – “Honeymoon States” Recap
‘Succession’ – Season 4, Episode 3 – “Connor’s Wedding” Recap
One of the most emotional episodes of Succession landed the plane. An incredible hour of storytelling and pathos, "Connor's Wedding" comes out the gates firing. The dust of the Karaoke bar skirmish has not even settled, and Succession will never be the same. Directed by Mark Mylod and written by Jesse Armstrong, Mariam Battye, Jaime … Continue reading ‘Succession’ – Season 4, Episode 3 – “Connor’s Wedding” Recap
TV: “Succession” – Season 4, Episode 2 – “Rehearsal” Recap
Anyone watching Succession knows that the kids cannot stay out of their own way. While we love Kendall (Jeremy Strong), Shiv (Sarah Snook), and Roman (Kieran Culkin), Logan (Brian Cox) never lets aggression go unanswered. After they purchased Pierce from under him, he goes to ATN to take a more hands-on approach. The kids went … Continue reading TV: “Succession” – Season 4, Episode 2 – “Rehearsal” Recap