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Netflix's You season 5 is the perfect ending to Joe Goldberg's reign of terror
Penn Badgley reprises his role as Joe Goldberg for the final time as the serial killer finally returns to New York in You's fift season. Warning: Contains spoilers.
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Not many series centred around deeply troubled characters have kept me glued to the screen for seven years - but much like Dexter, Netflix's popular thriller You has achieved just that.
Now, with its eagerly awaited final season, Joe Goldberg (Penn Badgley) makes a return to our screens for one last chilling ride and it's as disturbing, twisted and compelling as ever.
When we were first introduced to Joe, he was a seemingly gentle bookstore manager at Mooney's in New York. Now, five seasons and a string of bodies later, he's not just the quiet book lover with a dark side - we're dealing with a full-on villain.
Joe's transformation from a moody romantic to a merciless serial killer with a hero complex has been a slow, harsh journey - and it all comes to a head here.
Season 5 begins with a three-year leap forward. Joe is back in New York with his new wife, cool British heiress Kate Lockwood (Charlotte Ritchie) and his son Henry close by.
For once, life seems peaceful. Kate's wealth and status provide Joe not just sanctuary but a makeover - an opportunity to reinvent himself as a family man in the limelight, rather than a predator hiding in the shadows. Kate even assisted him in clearing his murky past, oblivious to the beast she was shielding.
But if you've seen even a single episode of You, you'll know Joe doesn't do things quietly. Naturally, his son's life has already been marked by tragedy.
The fifth season of You kicks off with a three-year time jump as Kate helps Joe rekindle with his son Henry in New York (Image: CLIFTON PRESCOD/NETFLIX)Henry's mum Love Quinn, played by Victoria Pedretti, was no stranger to a bit of rough and tumble herself - and her dramatic exit in season 3 marked one of Joe's most gruesome moments yet.
Since that time, Joe has made attempts (unsuccessfully) to ditch his violent habits. His relationship with Kate seemed like a new beginning. But beneath the smart suits and gleaming home, Joe is still... well, Joe.
As the season progresses, it becomes evident that Joe hasn't really changed - he's just become more adept at concealing his darkest secrets. He's balancing a high-profile marriage, fatherhood and an increasing thirst for chaos. The most terrifying part? Kate doesn't appear entirely against it.
Whether she's choosing to ignore it or sees herself as his rescuer, the outcome is spine-chilling: Joe now possesses the power, privilege and protection he's never had before. With each episode, the suspense escalates as Joe finds himself once again entwined in lies, secrets and temptation.
Joe has to deal with the American side of the Lockwood family (Image: COURTESY OF NETFLIX)A fresh love interest even steps into the picture, and Joe's cycle of obsession starts to re-emerge. History is repeating itself - but this time, it might just catch up with him. And honestly, it's about time.
From the moment he killed his first girlfriend Beck and pinned it on her therapist Dr Nicky, Joe has managed to evade responsibility. The final season of You has viewers perched on the edge of their seats as Joe's web of lies begins to unravel.
From his disturbing escapades of stalking and murder, even escaping from Love, who was equally lethal, Joe has always managed to survive.
In this climactic season, it's not merely about Joe's descent; it's about those around him waking up to the grim reality. Kate is savvy, recognisable for both her allure and intelligence, she starts to see through the cracks in Joe's story, adding layers of intrigue to season 5.
But another obstacle is set to throw everything into chaos - will Joe face retribution? (Image: CLIFTON PRESCOD/NETFLIX)You is far from your typical psychological thriller. Originating from Caroline Kepnes' novels, it dissects the psyche of a man convinced he's the protagonist, unmindful of the destruction left in his wake.
The show also chillingly echoes society's failure to call out so-called "nice guys" and make abusers answer for their actions. Joe, with his alarming knack to charm and rationalise his way through life, represents a grim truth.
Season 5 isn't just another spree of bloodshed and theatrics; it's the showdown loyal viewers have yearned for. The question hangs – will Joe finally confront the consequences? Is he able to cheat destiny yet again, or is the weight of truth too much to shoulder?
One thing is sure, You's fifth and last season delivers the twisted and dramatic ending that Joe's narrative rightly demands, reinforcing the notion that looks can be incredibly misleading.
Evil isn't always monstrous. At times, it can take the form of a quiet, book-loving man who maintains eye contact just a bit too long. And that, perhaps, is the most chilling aspect.
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