You season 5 has officially begun filming, marking the final outing for the popular Netflix psychological thriller. The show follows the sinister lead character, Joe Goldberg, portrayed by Penn Badgley, a bookstore owner who becomes dangerously obsessed with women and goes to extreme lengths to integrate himself into their lives.
The new season kicks off with Joe's return to New York City, as revealed in a recent image shared by Netflix. This setting harks back to where Joe's story first began, hinting at a full-circle narrative for the character.
Despite the departure of showrunner Sera Gamble, discussions have been ongoing with the creative team about giving Joe's arc a fitting conclusion that may involve some form of justice. Throughout the series, Joe has navigated various cities, leaving a trail of chaos in his wake, including the deaths of characters like Beck and the return of Candice.
Season 4 ended with Joe seemingly in a stable place, but the looming sense of impending downfall adds tension to the upcoming final season. The show initially premiered on Lifetime before finding a new home on Netflix, where it garnered a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim.
The cast for season 5 includes returning actors such as Penn Badgley as Joe and Charlotte Ritchie as Kate Galvin, Joe's current love interest. New additions to the cast include Madeline Brewer as Bronte, a playwright working at Joe's bookstore, and Anna Camp and Griffin Matthews as Joe's in-laws.
As filming progresses, questions arise about the potential return of Jenna Ortega as Ellie Alves, a character from season 2 whose storyline may intersect with Joe's once again. With the introduction of in-laws, it is speculated that Joe and Kate may have tied the knot, setting the stage for more transgressions and drama in the final episodes.
With the show now in production for its concluding season, fans eagerly await more details about Joe's ultimate fate and the resolution of his dark and twisted journey.
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