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Why TV Show Endings are Often a Load of Bollocks
Let’s talk TV Endings
You’ve plopped yourself into the couch, armed with snacks and anticipation at fever pitch, ready for the big finale of your favourite series — only to be slapped in the face with an ending that’s about as satisfying as a cold cup of tea.
How do they manage to mess it up so royally? Well, pull up a chair, pour yourself something frothy, and let’s tear into why TV show endings often leave us in a state of utter bewilderment.
The Culprit of High Ratings vs Quality Storytelling
Profit Over Plot
TV show endings often suck because, believe it or not, it’s not about you, the viewer. That’s right — you, with your discerning taste and desire for a story that doesn’t make you want to throw your remote through the screen.
It’s all about those sweet, sweet ratings and the advertising dollars that come with them. Who needs a solid plot when you can churn out a mind-numbing spectacle and rake in the cash, eh?
