As a long-time fan of Blue Bloods, I must admit that the series finale left me with a mix of emotions. The show has been a reliable staple in my TV viewing routine for over a decade, and it was bittersweet to see it come to an end. However, the closing scene around the dinner table was a fitting way to wrap up the story, reminding us that the Reagan family will always be there, off-screen, continuing their tradition of gathering together.
[This story contains spoilers for the series finale of Blue Bloods on CBS, titled “End of Tour.”]
Of course it had to end around the dinner table.
Over its 14 seasons on CBS, Blue Bloods has proven to be an exceptionally steady show, with its main cast staying unchanged and many of its writers and producers being part of the team for almost the entire run. On-screen, the Reagan family’s gatherings around a meal have been a recurring theme, making it virtually impossible to conclude the series without a family dinner scene.
As a dedicated fan, I’ve come to terms with the fact that my favorite show, Blue Bloods, has reached its conclusion after 293 thrilling episodes. Even though the cast, including Tom Selleck and Donnie Wahlberg, expressed their desire to keep going, it seems the time has come for them to hang up their badges. The final episode, while feeling like a typical season finale, served as a “life goes on” kind of send-off, suggesting that the Reagan family get-togethers will carry on behind the scenes.
Before the climactic finale, a dramatic situation affecting all family members was necessary. The script “End of Tour,” penned by showrunner Kevin Wade and executive producer Siobhan Byrne O’Connor, depicts a widespread urban predicament that impacts each character’s occupation.
Two rival groups have united to pressure for the freedom of their imprisoned or yet-to-be-tried members — a move they’ve underscored through a series of violent acts, such as assassinating a judge, attacking police on duty, and injuring the mayor (Dylan Walsh) during the unveiling of a city landmark. From his hospital bed, the mayor confides to Frank (Selleck) that he holds the “symbolic keys to the city” — oh, and by the way, to disregard the city’s acting advocate, who assumes mayoral duties in the event of incapacitation.
Eddie (played by Vanessa Ray) and her partner, Luis Badillo (Ian Quinlan), find themselves in danger when they receive a phony call, leading to them being ambushed from behind by two gunmen on motorcycles. Eddie gets hit by a bullet and manages to injure one of the attackers, but unfortunately, Badillo takes a bullet to the chest. Later, while at the hospital, Eddie learns that he passed away as a result. This news leaves Eddie furious, especially when she discovers that the shooter she wounded is on the same floor before she’s given sedatives.
In this crime drama, Frank’s plan is to take down the criminal gangs by having Danny, Maria, and Eddie pursue the murderer of Judge Carlos Ramirez, a case started in the first episode of the fall season. Simultaneously, Jamie and his nephew Joe will conduct unofficial investigations regarding Badillo’s assassin. Erin relies on her former partner Jack to gather intel on an inmate who’s the father of the mayor’s attacker, so that Frank can meet with him directly.
Erin has no other commitments related to the manhunt, which provides her and Jack with an opportunity to consider remarrying since this topic has been introduced in the last few episodes. She suggests a simple, intimate city hall ceremony followed by sharing the news later, and he agrees to it.
In the final episode, Edward James Olmos portrays the prisoner, Lorenzo Batista. There are several intense moments between him and Selleck where Frank attempts to persuade Lorenzo to reveal his son’s whereabouts so he can be apprehended for the attempted assassination of the mayor. One of the most captivating parts is witnessing their confrontation. Ultimately, Frank manages to outmaneuver Lorenzo by hinting that he will inform on Lorenzo to his fellow prisoners.
Danny successfully persuades Carlos Ramirez to join without resorting to violence by emphasizing Ramirez’s devotion to his little daughter (the same girl who formed a connection with Eddie during the autumn premiere), while Jamie and Joe trace Badillo’s shooter to a hospital, apprehending him as he visits his newborn child.
After wrapping up the case, I joined the Reagans and fellow officers at Badillo’s funeral. Following this solemn event, we all gathered for the last family dinner of the series. Eddie and Jamie shared some exciting news – they’re expecting a baby, 13 weeks along! In light of their joyful announcement, Erin decided to keep her own news under wraps for now – she and Jack are back together, but she chose not to share this with everyone just yet.
In a poignant closing moment reminiscent of Selleck’s own words, Frank delivers the final lines: “You realize, don’t you, how much we have to be thankful for? And when I look around this table, I must admit, I couldn’t feel prouder or more grateful.
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2024-12-14 07:25