Ending Explained

Ending Explained is a recurring series in which we explore the finales, secrets, and themes of interesting movies and shows, both new and old. We see it as an opportunity not only to help readers who need assistance unpacking endings but also as a chance to unpack themes and explore how expanded cinematic universes connect.

Here is an assortment of some of our favorite and most popular ending explainers throughout the years:

Explore the Ending Explained archive below

Spider Man Homecoming Screenshot

The Ending of ‘Spider-Man: Homecoming’ Explained

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Peter Parker is a kid in dire need of a dad. ‘Spider-Man: Homecoming’ offers him a few choices.

The Boys Season 1

The Ending of ‘The Boys’ Season 1 Explained

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The first season of the Amazon series ends on an almighty cliffhanger, but what does it mean for Season 2?

Beastie Boys Story Photo

The Ending of ‘Beastie Boys Story’ Explained

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Spike Jonze’s new “live documentary” concert film features some surprising and peculiar cameos in its final moments.

The Lighthouse

The Ending of ‘The Lighthouse’ Explained

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Let’s talk about seagulls.

Devs ending

The Ending of ‘Devs’ Explained

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It’s all about Eve’s plummet.

Parasite ending

The Ending of ‘Parasite’ Explained

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Some truths are written in stone (pun somewhat intended).

The Platform

The Ending of ‘The Platform’ Explained

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Society is broken, and it’s up to future generations to make things better. We dig into the ending of The Platform.

Star Trek Picard Et in Arcadia Ego

‘Picard’ Explained: There’s No Escaping Death in “Et in Arcadia Ego Part 1”

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Utopia is a fallacy, but always worth the struggle.

Clone Wars Mace Windu Bamf

‘The Clone Wars’ Explained: Season Seven is All “Unfinished Business”

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‘The Clone Wars’ is merely a skirmish within ‘Star Wars,’ and the pain experienced by its soldiers is never-ending.