Roman's thing is he feels comfort in the abuse. So when he can't get it through someone else, he goes to find it with the strangers outside. Dude bottled everything up and completely lost his entire position career wise because he mourned his father. Absolutely tragic.

The line „You’re gonna be my dog, but the scraps are gonna be worth millions“ goes so hard

Man, Frank is such an underrated character. I love how he's a genuine father figure to them. When he's telling Kendall that Logan's gone he calls him "son'. When Roman is going up for his eulogy, he asks "you alright, son?", of course Roman's an ass about it. And when Carl is laughing at Roman breaking down, Frank is clearly upset and annoyed that Carl would laugh at that

The "you fucked it" from Kendall to Roman seems brutal in context within the episode, but that is exactly the kind of stuff Roman says to other people in their lowest moments. I feel sorry for him in the way anyone feels sorry for someone that is mourning, but what goes around comes around.

loved ewan’s speech, it’s the most honest thing anyone’s ever gonna say about logan, providing context to his personality without excusing his behavior. i think it’s absolutely the right time and right place, because where else would anyone be able to say it, especially in a show where everyone keeps saying “no he’s a good person actually,” even the children whose spirits he broke so thoroughly they’ve taken to stabbing each other on the back to try and fulfill a legacy he barely wanted them to have. also it’s such a great testament to the acting and the writing when they could show how disgusting roman can be in one episode and how sad he could be in the other. what a wonderfully complicated character. this episode, this season, and this show is definitely an all-timer!!

"Well if it wasn't such a total fucking disaster, it would be a dream come true." I love pretty much anything Tom says at this point.

I do kind of like that Roman went looking for a fight or beatdown at the end and, other than a few elbows, he was largely ignored. And one person even tried to help him up.

Psychologists could have a field day regarding the Rose reveal. Yes, Logan's earliest memories may have been of war, death, and terror. But believing that he was responsible for his sister's death? Even accidentally? That is the worst thing that one could do. And he didn't do anything. He just was. He was...a killer. Beyond forgiveness or redemption. He might as well wrestle the cosmos so that he is the one directing the chaos that destroys the lives others instead of being just another victim. He may have loved Rose, so he cannot love anyone else, at least not with gentle closeness.

Kendall asking for custody is JUST like Logan when he took the kids from Caroline when he knew full well he couldn’t raise them. But it’s a little worse because caroline was also unfit and non present, Rava seems to be a great mom

Roman 😭 breaking my goddamn heart 💔

Romans shell finally cracked, Kendall finally gave into the dark side, shiv finally sees a path to power not on her brothers coattails. Everybody is embracing their finals forms for the last push. You love to see it

your face at 10:55! that was a really intense reaction - like you'd burst into tears right there and then. Which is exactly what happened to me...from one second to the next I was ugly crying.

They broke Roman... In other news, Karl is an asshole... And I love him.

I can see Kendall being the successor, but he will lose everything in the process. It’ll be a tragic or bittersweet ending.

I bawled like a child with Roman. what an amazing show that characters you really love to hate can make you break inside for them in the same 45 minutes of tv

Sally Ann is Brian Cox's wife in real life. When this was filming, Brian was on set just hanging out and that's so funny to me. I feel you on trying to hold off on being team Kendall because I feel the exact same way lmao. As a Shiv enjoyer I can't even celebrate her because I know her downfall is coming soon and it's embarrassing. I said this before but I think Logan really had to die so Kendall reaches his actual potential. So I'm hoping he somehow wins in the end but I think ultimately they'll all be fucked over in some way. Kieran Culkin was a knockout this episode.

GIVE EVERYBODY AN EMMY!

I've been waiting ALL DAY for this reaction. Grabbing my popcorn.

Rest in Peace Ray Stevenson. Titus Pullo from Rome, Edward Teach/Blackbeard from Black Sails (one of my favorite tv characters ever). He died at just 58. 😢😢😢😢

Shiv constantly overestimates her value to others, so don't be surprised if the CEO Mattson is talking about ends up not being her. Once that happens, she'll have nowhere to turn, since Roman and Ken are done with her. I feel bad for Rava. Imagine singlehandedly taking care of your kids only for your absintee, non-entity of an ex to "step up" by stripping your rights from you, all out of spite.

shiv’s comment about logan being “hard on women” is even harsher when you look back on how kendall treats rava & jess earlier in the episode:/

‘Oh Roman, never change’ he says 😂😂

Kendall with the coat and the sunglasses reminds me of Michael Corleone. 8:53-9:15 Tragic insight into Logan's past. 9:16-9:44 Ewan keeping it real. 10:50-11:12 Give Kieran his Emmy. Now. Great eulogies by Kendall and Shiv. Everyone trying to get a piece of Mencken is painfully awkward to watch. 17:36-17:55 Good talk, Kendall. I'm betting Matsson is going with Greg as the US CEO, him being more of a puppet than Shiv.

This episode was insane.

I'm so back on the Kendall bandwagon. If he goes down I go down with him idc

Kendall is supposed to make you conflicted. Power corrupts all men and Kendall has been the most righteous sibling by far throughout the whole series. His relationship with Rava and his kids is complicated due to his own upbringing, but Kendall has consistently tried to be 'good' in any way that he knows... up until this season in spurts. The scenes with Rava and Jess are the straws that broke his back. Kendall looks back at the mausoleum after talking to Hugo in a way that suggests either him exorcising his demon in Logan, or channeling him completely. Final prediction is that Kendall ends up with Waystar and GoJo by winning over the board

I would agree that this does not feel enough like a penultimate episode for the series. However, the finale is supposed to have a VERY extended runtime so that put my mind at ease.

The penultimate episode, and it didn't disappoint.

Good point regarding the season. Makes me wonder if they didn't plan for this to be the last one.

It's going to be Tom. He has grown mean and independent from the Roy brothers and he was heartless with Shiv even though she is carrying his child. He was at the top once with Logan then lost his power at Logans death. Revenge will be sweet as he is resurrected from his hick commoner status to the heights of Waystar royalty.

Excellent review of an excellent episode. Can’t wait for the finale (90 minutes) next week!

I’ve been noticing since around episode 6 that the transition to them has been getting quicker and quicker and this time they just went right to it. I wonder what the writers are telling us with changes like this

I'm putting this everywhere but I think Kendall is the one who should be the successor but they will lose the company and the CEO isn't gonna be Shiv but Greg as a puppet for Mattison

5:46 the height difference is hilarious

I agree with you I’m a bit worried about the final episode, I hope it is satisfying in regards to wrapping everything up

“A United States CEO”…Mmhh interesting you caught that….and now that I think of it, Matsson has never said “I’ll make Shiv CEO” in his many conversations, it’s always a “US CEO” lol man

God, Roman. Kendal was awesome! What an episode! Woof!!! Still team Romulus! I am not ready for the finale … 🥹🥺🤦🏻‍♀️… Great reaction!!! *my dad had many wives & women… they all had to deal when he had a stroke! They’re also his age to his youngest daughter’s (80-35)

Omg. Another amazing episode. I dunno. I think Shiv is about to be shivved. I think Ken got Logan’s old driver on board because he wants to keep him close given what he knows about Ken. I believe Kendal will end up King, but I can’t help but wonder if he is still feeling conflicted about aligning with the racist. Heavy is the head that wears the crown huh. Also like my husband pointed out, is there still a possibility Mencken won’t be president? A lot to sort out in the 90 mins next week! I hope they don’t “Sopranos” us and leave us hanging.

In the conversation with Matsson, Shiv and Mencken all that was said was an American CEO. Same with the phone call Matsson just said Mencken agreed to an American CEO, never said it was going to be Shiv. I think Shiv is going to get screwed again.

Wanted to point out at no point did Mattson say that Shiv is to be the US-related CEO, he said Mencken said yes to his deal but he didnt name Shiv as his CEO, kept mentioning the title as if its an open role.

The acting is unreal I've never seen a show that pills every damn cord perfect every episode.I hope Tom has a good ending this week.

Who was Menken looking at in the car in that last scene?!

After last episode though, giving all the props in the world for a fantastic performance from Kieran culkin, my feelings on Roman’s no-good, very bad day are just that meme of the old lady in the wheelchair: “I’m supposed to feel sorry for that bitch? WELL I DONT.”

It’s a commentary on the world that they inhabit that a Roman breaking down and crying about his father - immediately puts him out of the running . The fact that pending president puts him down immediately speaks volumes . I do like that Kendall defends his brother /

Also, I can’t stop thinking of “is it mine?” ☠️ ☠️

Mencken probably wants Tom who's being blamed for calling the election for him. But if Matsson betrays Shiv, he could lose her vote and push her back to team Kendall. Once again, the only Roy kid with nothing to stress about is Connor.

The finale can have anything but I truly believe Roman and Shiv already lost. They may not be left with nothing and still have a job but never the successor. I do think Matsson will lose but whether Tom or Greg will be his replacement or CEO. I have a feeling it is Tom. Wouldn't surprise me if Mencken gets kicked out as president with the official counts.

I think you're right that they're not going to wrap everything up next episode. I think they've going to show that life goes on as it always has in this show - the kids going through cycles of trying and failing with moments of success in between but never enough to heal them of their brokenness. It's like you said with Kendall, it sure does seem like he's nailing this right now, but we KNOW, we've watched it over and over, he's going to go into his manic phase and crash back down again. Right? I think that's what the rest of the future holds for them, the show has already shown it to us.

hope you upload the finale reaction as soon as possible, excuse my impatience

Jimmy, Greg’s gonna win

I didn't pick it up most of the other times but when talking to Mankin Matson had very Greg vibes. In how he was talking and body language. Greg is far fetched but Matson might see a bit of himself there and someone "trustworthy" as a puppet cos he gets quid pro quo deal making and all his values are for sale.

Such a great show. Agree with your thoughts. There could have totally been one more season. I want to know the real reason why they are ending so early if anyone knows lol. If I had one minor nitpick I feel like this ending of the show does feel somewhat rushed. I guess it’s just because I want more 😂 but still enjoying it nonetheless. My prediction is the sibs lose control of the company, Mattson cuts out Shiv and somehow they lose it all. We get a time jump and they are all doing their own thing and end up somewhat successful

Woof Woof line was great. I'm sad to say that sometimes I do agree with Kendals line: Life isn't nice. People that say that they love you will screw you. Perfect line for the context of the backstabbing and conniving of all of the players including Kendal himself.

Kendall is such a great public speaker and charismatic around strangers but so terrible to those who get close to him. You're better off being his distant acquaintance.

Someone is in the car with Matteson. He didn't say your the American CEO. I'm thinking Greg or Tom. BUT GREG IS KING GREG ON TOP!!

Kendall vs Shiv... Ready... FIGHT!

Every episode of Succession this season feels like every “Episode 9” of Game of Thrones.

Dark Ken Rises

Whaaat a great episode once again. 👏 Argh, so many mixed feelings, I have to digest it. I have always been #TeamKen since the begining of the show, but oh boy, I really do not like how he is becoming more and more like Logan - his speech was so damn cold and cynical, I preferred Shiv's - much more human, I shed a tear. Roman...is being Roman, I think he is maybe the most traumatized child amongst his siblings. And oh boy, the conversation between Shiv and her mother at the end of the episode. That was just great!

Roman's collapse was uncomfortable to watch. He's finished as a force right when he was on the cusp and had the presumptive president eating out of his hand.

i don't think Rava's overeacting, how many times has a peaceful protests become a victim of attacks by 'Ravenhead' fans?

I don't think Mattson will put Shiv in the CEO role. He just said he could be good with an American CEO and I think he's stringing her along. It could be Tom or one of Mencken's guys. One theory I've seen going around is that Mattson will put Greg in that role so he can control him. It might be far-fetched but I wouldn't put anything past this show. And we still don't know everything that happened the night that Greg hung out with Mattson.

I have a sinking feeling that Mattson will make Greg the US CEO.

Lol I don't get the animosity toward Ewan. I thought his speech was amazing. It showed who Logan was as a person, the good and bad, and what Logan was to the world. It was fair and gave a whole picture of him, by someone who knew him best and who loved him. It was poignant and honest.

To be fair, Jess didn't have to put a meeting on Kendall's calendar. He was bound to see it sooner or later...

Shiv wasn't even supposed to speak after Kendall. My guess is that she wanted to make just as good impression as Kendall in front of the President for the pitch later on

I should know by now not to try and predict what will happen in this show. That being said, I think Menken and Mattssen will forge a new alliance, teaming up to screw both Roman and Shiv respectively. Greg stressing to Menken that Tom was the one to call the election for him -- Menken will reward Tom by insisting that he be the American CEO, and Mattssen will go along with it because he wants Menken to approve the deal. Also, the qualities Shiv pitched to Mattssen for the CEO job described Tom, except that Tom in addition has the experience that Shiv lacks.

I truly think Greg (🤮) will be the new CEO - I actually think he may have been in the car with Mattson at the end when he called Shiv - I want to be wrong very badly

you know, I think Greg has a big chance since s1e1, the show literally begin with him on screen, working in his uncle business and the slowly climbing the success ladder...remember who else started working in his uncle business and go from poor to rich after? 😉

She is quitting because she heard the shows over

Unpopular Opinion - I am with Kendall those kids should have been at their grandfather’s funeral Rava just can’t make an executive decision like that. I understand she’s scared but they have some security and safety - it’s that’ was their grandfather and they should be present.

“He’s feeling very Roman today” while he’s actually totally spiraling on the inside without having grappled with any of his emotions about Logan’s death at all lol Through the whole show he’s always gotten weirdly sexual when he’s most uncomfortable or in a bad mental state

Roman is Sméagol in a suit.

Anyone else think Shiv’s speech was bad? It was bland and uninspired, didn’t even get an applause

I'm gonna miss this show. The writing and the characters are great but I'm gonna miss those bangers. 😢 I gotta stick with team Kendall. I think Shiv overestimates her ability to outsmart people and Roman, the Grim Weeper 🤣, made himself look unfit to lead the company unfortunately.

I don’t think Ebba is on the team. Madsen is playing all of them. He is a younger smarter version of Logan. Will he win though? Will see Sunday.

once again kendall blaming the women in his life for the consequences of his own actions😭😭😭

Nah, Rava was still overreacting. They got so much money to keep those kids insulated and protected

Probably my least favorite episode of this season but there was still alot going on. Alot of scenes I wanted to look away for😂