The Best & Worst Endings: What makes a good vs bad drama ending?
Endings are definitely the most important feature of any show or movie, which is a topic we explore in the latest discussion. Feel free to take a listen and comment on anything you agree or disagree on (Spotify & Apple)
Below are some of the elements that make for a satisfying ending:
- Character development from first to last moment
- Ending that supports a broader theme or societal value
- Sufficient time given to close out key arcs, without overdoing it
Conversely, below are some of the common mishaps that contribute to disappointing endings:
- Overly rushed
- Convoluted / crazy final plotlines
- Lose momentum and become draggy
- Incomplete and unsatisfying
Shows discussed (note some spoilers):
- The King Eternal Monarch
- Game of Thrones
- The Heiress
- Memories of the Alhambra
- Yong Pal
- In Time With You
- A Walk to Remember
- Meteor Garden
- Hana Yori Dango
- Was It Love
- It Started With a Kiss
- I'm Sorry I Love You
- Money Heist
- The Princess's Man
- Parasite
- Train to Busan
- Me Too, Flower
- Touch Your Heart
- Gilmore Girls
- Queen of the South
- When a Man Loves
- Hi Bye Mama
- Succession
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