Since HBO first aired ‘Succession’ in June 2018, viewers have remained strapped in their seats, tangled in the terrifying ascendancy, and dizzying fall of the fictitious Roy family. A web of deceit, greed, and power struggles in ruthless corporate America. And at the helm of the Roy ship stands Brian Cox, the Titan of the supranational conglomerate Waystar Royco.
But in a shocking twist that left fans breathless, Brian Cox’s character, Logan Roy, made an ostensibly fatal exit in the season three finale. Yet, this move did not impact Brian Cox’s bank account. Despite his character’s uncertain fate, the Hollywood veteran is still drawing a regular paycheck from HBO, a scenario that has perplexed many fans and ignited a flurry of speculation about the future of ‘Succession.’
As the news about Logan Roy’s death continues to dominate headlines, Kieran Culkin, who plays Roman Roy, candidly confessed he’s yet to watch the finale episode. This revelation has also set tongues wagging on both sides of the screen. The Succession star, who’s made quite an impact for his pivotal character, has not yet joined millions of fans worldwide to see the dramatic climax.
Before diving deeper into this intensifying saga, let’s shed some light on how Brian Cox’s narrative unfolded.
In the harrowing final episode, titled ‘All the Bells Say,’ viewers saw Logan Roy succumbing to an apparent heart attack. With heartbreaking finesse, Cox sold the moment, amplifying the sheer intensity of Logan’s final scene. If Logan Roy was to make an exit, Brian Cox ensured it was as compelling and memorable as the character’s tenure.
While the narrative thread appears to leave no room for speculation, behind the scenes, it’s a different story. Brian Cox has been receiving a steady salary from HBO, blurring the lines between fiction and reality. As is the show’s penchant for secrecy, no official statement has been made on Logan Roy’s fate, further adding a suspenseful air to the debacle.
While Logan Roy’s fate hangs by a thread, his son, Roman Roy, portrayed by Kieran Culkin, has also been in the news, for a different reason. Despite being an integral part of the show’s universe, Culkin recently admitted that he has not watched the season finale. The actor’s confession served as a stark rembrance that, for all its groundbreaking television, ‘Succession’ is, after all, a job for its cast members.
During this time of wild speculations, ‘Succession’ is possibly the most shrouded in mystery series. The curtain has fallen, yet the drama continues to unfold off-stage. With Brian Cox still receiving a paycheck and Kieran Culkin yet to play audience to the explosive finale, ‘Succession’ takes television suspense beyond the screen.
In conclusion, despite the ambiguity surrounding Logan Roy’s on-screen future, Brian Cox’s monetary progression assures fans that their favorite patriarch might make a return. The fact that Kieran Culkin hasn’t watched the finale is, paradoxically, an endearing testament to his professionalism where he distinguishes work from play. It’s a drama within a drama, ‘meta’ at its best, which is what Succession excels in. And as we eagerly await the next season, we have a strange comfort in knowing that in ‘Succession,’ anything is possible.
The fate of Logan Roy might be ambiguous, but his loud silence has had a profound impact, proving the adage “actions speak louder than words.” In the coming months, this sensational cliffhanger is sure to continue making waves among critics, fans, and industry professionals alike. The suspense, theorizing, and all-round buzz is testament to ‘Succession’s’ stronghold in the zeitgeist, making its mark as a true cultural phenomenon.
