Joe Goldeberg’s final act leaves fans and Critics divided over ‘You’ season finale

Joe Goldeberg’s final act leaves fans and Critics divided over ‘You’ season finale

Joe Goldeberg: One of Netflix’s most popular series ‘You’, released its final season on April 24, 2025, officially bringing Joe Goldberg’s story to a close on screen. The series ended with a controversial finale, leaving fans and critics debating the show’s climax.

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Past Resurfaces in Finale

In ‘You’ Season 5, Joe Goldberg (played by Penn Badgley) attempts to live a reformed life in New York with his wife Kate (Charlotte Ritchie) and their son. However, his past misdeeds and inner demons resurface, threatening his facade of normalcy. The season reintroduces familiar settings like Mooney’s bookstore and the infamous basement cage, bringing the story full circle. 

Divisive Yet Thought-Provoking Finale

Many critics have given mixed reviews of the final season. Some praised the show’s return to its original New York City setting, bringing the story full circle. However, others felt the finale fell short, particularly in its portrayal of Joe Goldberg’s inner conflict and the show’s failure to fully explore his complex psyche.

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As ‘You’ concludes, viewers are left to grapple with the complexities of Joe Goldberg’s character—a man whose charm and intellect mask a deeply troubled soul. The series finale may not provide all the answers, but it stays true to the show’s exploration of obsession, identity, and the human capacity for change.

Edited by Pronoy Shukla