Succession creator Jesse Armstrong explains the endings for Kendall, Shiv, and Roman in a new interview with NPR's Terry Gross. Armstrong says that Kendall was not contemplating death in the final scene, and that such a death wouldn't be possible for him given the type of protection he has around him. Shiv and Tom's ending is one of "terrifying equality," while Roman ends up most particularly exactly where he started. Armstrong also reveals that he "wrestled" with leaving the fate of the presidential election open and explains the "raw" and "coherence in its incoherence" feeling he was striving for in the "Connor's Wedding" episode.
The finale of the TV series Succession has left fans analysing the significance of Shiv and Tom's hand-holding scene. Shiv's decision to vote in favour of the GoJo deal and appoint Tom as CEO has left fans heartbroken for the character, who had to relinquish the main role to her husband. Some believe that there was an off-screen phone chat between the pair ahead of the board vote, with Tom assuring Shiv of a role at Waystar Royco. The scene draws comparisons to the "Arnolfini Portrait Painting" by Jan van Eyck, in which a couple can be seen with their hands positioned in the same way.
The finale of the TV series Succession has left fans analysing the meaning behind Shiv and Tom's hand-holding scene. Shiv's decision to vote in favour of the GoJo deal and appoint Tom as CEO has left fans heartbroken for the character, who had to relinquish the main role to her husband. Some believe that there was an off-screen phone chat between the pair ahead of the board vote, with Tom assuring Shiv of a role at Waystar Royco. The scene draws comparisons to the "Arnolfini Portrait Painting" by Jan van Eyck, in which a couple can be seen with their hands positioned in the same way.
Shiv's eulogy in the latest episode of Succession contained a crucial line that linked back to a scene in Season 2. Shiv talked about how Logan kept everyone outside, but when he let them in, it was warm in the light. This was a reference to a conversation between Shiv and Logan in Season 2, where he offered her the CEO position as a way of manipulating her. Logan never actually gave her the role, but he used his love and affection as a means of controlling her.
In this week's episode of Succession, power players made strategic errors as the war between the Roy boys and Matsson heated up. Shiv's chance to cozy up to Matsson and stick it to her brothers for squeezing her out worked out well for a while, but Matsson's facade came tumbling down, and her prospects with it. Kendall and Roman got lucky in uncovering Matsson's malfeasance through Ebba, yet Kendall sees it as his own personal triumph.
In the latest episode of Succession, Tom and Shiv's relationship takes a turn for the worse as they engage in a savage argument. Tom's willingness to throw out the conservative media elite from their apartment suggests that he may have hit his limit with the marriage. Shiv and Tom could come back from this, but it's uncertain. Tom is in a vulnerable position, and it's hard to see how he comes out of this merger bloodbath unless he outmaneuvers Shiv.
Alexander Skarsgård discusses his portrayal of Lukas Matsson, the unpredictable and eccentric billionaire founder of tech company GoJo in Succession. Skarsgård reveals the genesis of Matsson's metallic gold bomber jacket and how he wanted to create a contrast to the Roys' immaculate attire. He also discusses the chemistry between Matsson and Shiv, played by Sarah Snook, and the complexity of his character's relationship with Ebba, played by Eili Harboe.
Succession's latest episode features a twisted rom-com between Shiv and Tom, who play a game called Bitey at a party. The episode, directed by Lorene Scafaria, showcases the duo's chemistry and complex relationship as they navigate corporate shenanigans and romantic scheming. Despite their toxic dynamic, they can't let go of each other and engage in bizarre foreplay. The episode ends with Tom realizing Shiv has Lukas on the hook, and the emotional tug-of-war continues. Succession has crafted a beautifully effed-up rom-com that's got us rooting for Shiv and Tom.
In this week's episode of Succession, Tom and Shiv engage in a game of Bitey and have sex, revealing their relationship is transactional and based on their love of wealth. While Tom seems to genuinely care for Shiv, she may be stringing him along while keeping her options open with other potential allies. Tom's position is still precarious and dependent on how Shiv treats him moving forward.
In the latest episode of "Succession," Kendall, Roman, and Shiv try to impress the Waystar executives at Investor Day with their pitch for "Living+," a line of state-of-the-art retirement communities. Kendall is in full Icarus mode, trying to pump up the market potential of Living+ and making a persuasive case for the new business. Roman struggles with the interpersonal part of being in charge, while Shiv is on a mission to impress Lukas Matsson. The episode ends with Kendall's triumph, but there is no reason to believe it will be long-lived.
Director Lorene Scafaria discusses the latest episode of "Succession," which sees Shiv and Tom rekindling their romance, Kendall celebrating a successful investor launch, and Roman struggling with his grief and self-worth. Scafaria also talks about bringing back Logan in a surreal promo video and drawing intentional parallels between Kendall's beach scene and his pool scene in Season 3. She also reveals that Shiv's pregnancy is causing her and Tom to trauma bond, and discusses the intense scenes between Karl and Kendall and Gerri and Roman.
In episode 5 of Succession season 4, a "kill list" is revealed, putting almost everyone flying on the plane at risk of being fired except for Karolina, Gerri, and Tom. Shiv's private conversation with Lukas Matsson, the potential buyer of Waystar Royco, is the reason why these three survived. Shiv's advice on Karolina and Gerri, and her desire to keep Tom in her life, ultimately influenced Matsson's decision. The episode showcases Shiv's power and why she would be a better fit for the CEO job than her brothers.
In the second episode of "Succession" season 4, Logan is ready to complete the sale of Waystar to Lukas Matsson, but his children might get in the way of that. Shiv is angry at Logan for interfering with her divorce lawyer choices and is intrigued by the notion of tanking the deal to spite him. Meanwhile, Kendall and Roman take pity on Connor, who is dealing with doubts about his upcoming wedding, but the siblings are also focused on the upcoming board meeting and the decision about whether or not to throw a wrench in the GoJo deal.
