As a seasoned movie reviewer with a penchant for the macabre and the hilarious, I can confidently say that ‘What We Do in the Shadows‘ has left an indelible mark on my comedy-loving heart. This series finale was nothing short of a delightful rollercoaster ride, complete with multiple endings that had me laughing out loud until my sides ached.
Spoiler Alert: Spoilers follow for the series finale of What We Do in the Shadows
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One of the most hilarious sitcoms from recent years has concluded its six-season journey at the pinnacle of success. The vampire-themed mockumentary series, What We Do in the Shadows, which is based on the film of the same name, aired its final episode on Monday night, and it certainly ended with a bang. Unlike other popular sitcoms like Seinfeld and The Office, which wrapped up their runs with less impressive seasons, the sixth season of What We Do in the Shadows was packed with one terrific episode after another; it’s clear that the cast and crew know how to end a series by leaving viewers eager for more.
Yet the final episode was particularly great, as it focused on the departure of the documentary crew (the very one filming the series) as they prepare to move on to new prospects. Before they leave, Guillermo wants to give them a proper send-off, leading to a delightfully meta scene where the characters debate how best to wrap things up. But the twist comes when Nadja decides to hypnotize the audience so that every viewer can see their most desired ending.
‘What We Do in the Shadows’ Has Multiple Endings — All Hilarious
Based on the channel viewers tuned into FX for, their viewing experience varied over the night. In a nod to the classic movie Clue, FX broadcasted three distinct endings for What We Do in the Shadows, each one being uproariously funny. The finale accessible on Hulu pays homage to the iconic final episode of Newhart, as Nandor is depicted waking up next to Guillermo in a shared bed, implying that the entire series was just a dream.
The second “ending” shows a laugh-out-loud recreation of The Usual Suspects, with Colin Robinson playing Verbal Kint as he escapes from custody while The Guide tries in vain to pursue him. And the final “ending” pays homage to Rosemary’s Baby, as Nadja gets a glimpse of her horrifying newborn. Considering that ending a show as relentlessly silly as What We Do in the Shadows has no one right way to go, this proved a brilliant decision, upending our expectations and giving us three great endings for the price of one.
Indeed, with the episode still unfolding and only halfway through, the show hasn’t stopped hinting at various conclusions. What follows next is quite touching. At first glance, it appears Guillermo might be leaving the mansion for good, which saddens Nandor considerably. However, this also turns out to be a misdirection, as Guillermo intended to conclude the documentary with an emotional farewell. Although he refuses Nandor’s proposal to team up and fight crimes together, he emphasizes that their friendship can still continue. Intrigued, Nandor leads Guillermo to his freshly built hideout – it is here where the show concludes its story.
How to Watch the ‘What We Do in the Shadows’ Alternate Endings
If you want to catch the final episode of What We Do in the Shadows live on FX, keep in mind that which “alternate ending” you’ll see is a bit of luck. Rest assured, whichever one you get, it won’t affect the actual conclusion of the show. Previously mentioned, the Hulu version of the episode features a Newhart parody, but for those seeking completeness, the other two “endings” can be found on the main page of the show under the “Extras” tab, labeled as “Extra Hypnosis.
The entirety of it conclusively wraps up one of today’s most hilarious series, where we were left in stitches for six consecutive seasons (and a film). Right up until the very end, the jokes came thick and fast, and the choice to offer several alternate conclusions meant they’d continue to make us chuckle long after the closing credits.
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2024-12-19 03:31