Apr 16, 2010 the 7 most soulcrushing series finales in tv history. The janitor divulging his real name yes, im treating it as canon. Friends 19942004 after ten years of coffeehouse meetings, onandoff. This one makes us feel genuinely depressed about the state of the world set in inner city baltimore. From six feet under to lost, heres a look at some of the most emotional tv series finales. That emotional weight meant that, after seven years, we actually all felt like. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Lost chose to deliver an emotional finale based more on the feelings. Following the murder of the alternate elliot, our elliot hides the body in a box and begins to prepare to marry angela while attempting to load the box into a van, an alternate version of dominque dressed as a patrol officer attempts to give him a parking ticket she becomes suspicious and notices blood draining from the. The top ten saddest tv series finales 1 breaking bad breaking bad is an american crime drama television series created and produced by vince gilligan. Here are the 15 most disappointing series finales in television history. May 01, 2020 8 of the most outrageous series finales in tv history. Here are 10 of the most terribly received series finales of all time.
How did blackadder goes forth not make it on this list. Friday night lights always wore its emotions on its sleeves, and the finale follows suit, reveling one last time. The 7 most soulcrushing series finales in tv history. Secondly, this episode is perhaps one of the most emotional yet everything from missys demise, nardoles departure, the twelfth doctors death and, of course, the aftereffects of bills traumatic cyberconversion in the previous episode all coalesce to make this finale arguably the most heavyhitting. The 12 most satisfying tv series finales ever popwire. Im shocked i genuinely thought it would already be on here. Season 4 episode elliot learns the truth about everything. The cbs sitcom, which aired from 1982 to 1990, was the second major tv hit for comedian bob newhart. The 11 most controversial tv finales of all time from lost to game of thrones, nothing is more frustrating than when a series splits its fans with how it stuck the landing. Television series finales are at their best when they can come to an end on their terms. Dallas, two and a half men, full house the separation or return of a major character e. The best series finales of the 21st century, ranked they may not have always come from the greatest shows, but these farewell episodes left us with plenty to remember. Mash 19721983 after 11 seasons of hilarity and heartbreak, the korean war comedy ended with a twoand a half hour tv movie that aired feb.
May 20, 2019 in honor of both series saying goodbye, we ranked the 10 best and five worst finales of all time, from golden classics mash to recent travesties how i met your mother, and yes, thrones. That being said, not all series finales are created equal and there are many that. For a comedy, this sitcom finale was surprisingly emotional for fans, thanks to a touching scene between liz and tracy. Back then, the idea of a series conclusion was unheard of, since most programs consisted of weekly episodic stories and lacked any sort of longrunning narrative. By the end of the episode, the war has drawn to an exhausted close, and the residents of the 4077th are scattering after many tearful farewells. May 24, 2019 sure, the series finale delivered some bigdeal, emotional medical cases such as a teenager with alcohol poisoning and a hivpositive patient who learns he also has terminal cancer, but more. Of the two finales, hardcore scrubs fans naturally prefer the first. But once they leave his classroom, he finally admits it when they can no longer hear him. Watchmojo top 5 most heartbreaking series finales facebook. The series finale of the fresh prince of belair delivers an emotional sendoff for the characters we came to love, the most emotional of which is probably uncle phil telling will, you are my son. Watched by 78 million people in america alone, the finale of the fugitive set television records and redefined the idea of how serialized finales should function. Watch top 10 most heartbreaking series finales video news 24. Some of the series most emotionally honest episodes occurred in season 2 see dichen lachmans turn in belonging, when the show. The best tv series finales of the decade screen rant.
After seven hilarious seasons, last night was the series finale of nbcs hit sitcom parks and recreation. In honor of both series saying goodbye, we ranked the 10 best and five worst finales of all time, from golden classics mash to recent travesties how i met your mother, and yes, thrones. Family ties 1989 tv series finales that brought you. Cheers is the kind of show that people lived in for years, and so its finale obviously brought about some distress. Mashs finale was the epitome of emotion, wrapping up years of character development and stories and with an absolutely perfect final shot. Theres no harder job for a tv series than sticking the landing after viewers have invested hours and even years in a show, and the 2010s decade has seen. Fans of abcs the middle were delighted by the series finales last moments, seeing the young members of the heck family growing up, having kids of their iwn and getting married. Cheers, that 70s show, the office or an event signifying the end of an era, such as a change to primary setting for the series e. These series finales still bring a tear to our eyes, years later. Best series finales of tv shows of the 21st century indiewire. But it may not have been the biggest tearjerker among tv finales. Cast says goodbye in emotional behindthescenes photos. Jun 27, 2018 secondly, this episode is perhaps one of the most emotional yet everything from missys demise, nardoles departure, the twelfth doctors death and, of course, the aftereffects of bills traumatic cyberconversion in the previous episode all coalesce to make this finale arguably the most heavyhitting.
One of the most famous series finales of all time, newhart threw its viewers for a loop in the final moments of its last episode, titled appropriately the last newhart. The tanners throw him a farewell party, have a very emotional goodbye and drive him to the outskirts of town to meet his friends ship. Years have passed, and series finales shot in this scenes shadow have either accepted its influence or rejected it entirely, but its perverse perfection has only increased in impact over time. Which unintended series finales completely ruined their respective tv shows. Then, just as the spaceship is preparing to pick him up, the alien task force shows up, surrounding. This one makes us feel genuinely depressed about the state of. Aug 7, 2016 one of the most emotional series finales ever. Like a bad ending can completely ruin an otherwise good film or book, a tv shows final episode can leave such a bad taste. Friends 19942004 after ten years of coffeehouse meetings, onandoff romances, and memories both hilarious and. May 19, 2019 the 11 most controversial tv finales of all time from lost to game of thrones, nothing is more frustrating than when a series splits its fans with how it stuck the landing. Here are the worst series finales of all time, according to critics.
Friends was the most popular show from the 90s until the mid2000s, so it had to have an amazing ending. What is the saddest series finale of a tv series youve ever seen. Mar 06, 2018 the best series finales of the 21st century, ranked they may not have always come from the greatest shows, but these farewell episodes left us with plenty to remember. Msmojo top 5 most heartbreaking series finales facebook. Blackadder goes forth is the fourth and final series of the bbc sitcom blackadder which aired on bbc one september 1989. Anjelica oswald contributed to an earlier version of this article. The series finale of seinfeld is also among the most divisive in the history of television, and it all begins with an amusing swerve. Mar 10, 2020 one of the most famous series finales of all time, newhart threw its viewers for a loop in the final moments of its last episode, titled appropriately the last newhart.
Top 10 best cartoon finales here is a list of the best cartoon and anime finales, the episode or series of episodes or even movies that ended the series on a high note, as mentioned above any cartoon episode or anime episodes that ended the series movies in which the series came to an end can also be included as well as spin off series. Here are 17 of the best series finales of all time, from mash to the leftovers. Photos the 15 worst tv series finales ever, ranked. Hawaii five0 boss on the emotional series finale and mcgarretts surprise reunion exclusive by philiana ng. In celebration of what it takes to deliver a great final episode, here are some of the greatest series finales of all time. But for a guy like me whos a bit on the emotional side, it broke my heart. Game of thrones finished its final season on a rotten note, as many critics mourned the loss of character development and found the plot rushed. Television series finales frequently feature fundamental deviations from the central plot line, such as the resolution of a central mystery or problem, e.
Fey having it all with her kids, her husband and a new show, to jenna jane krakowski preparing an emotional musical number, to even lutz john. The 10 most disappointing tv finales, according to angry fans. The show originally aired on the amc network for five seasons, from january 20, 2008, to september 29, 20. May 31, 2018 in a poignant, emotional and still toprated finale, the 11year run of mash eight years longer than the koreanwar it depicted came to an end as hawkeye pierce alan alda and most of the. From the cathartic end of breaking bad to the syrupy closer of gilmore girls, these sad tv series finales encourage you to have a good cry. That being said, not all series finales are created equal and there are many that are both highly emotional and wonderfully creative. Damn near every guest star and supporting character from the beginning of the show. In a poignant, emotional and still toprated finale, the 11year run of mash eight years longer than the koreanwar it depicted came to an end as hawkeye pierce alan alda and most of the. May 26, 2019 from seinfeld to dexter, tvline has ranked the 15 worst tv series finales ever and included photos to jog your memory. Theres no harder job for a tv series than sticking the landing after viewers have invested hours and even years in a show, and the 2010s decade has seen tv series finales both delightful and disappointing. The most heartbreaking series finales still have us crying. From seinfeld to dexter, tvline has ranked the 15 worst tv series finales ever and included photos to jog your memory.
The last one is still one of the mostwatched tv finales in history, and thats not an easy feat. A number of major tv shows have come to an end this decade, and these are the best series finales. The series finale of seinfeld is also among the most divisive in the. For the most part, emotional is one of the main requirements of final episodes. The show leads off by making us think jerry and george are. Well be looking at shows that had truly sad endings, not just finales that made us emotional or happy cry like friends. The end of the series, as is common with the finales of longrunning shows, gives us. May 14, 2019 television shows with the most satisfying series finales ever. Sure, the series finale delivered some bigdeal, emotional medical cases such as a teenager with alcohol poisoning and a hivpositive patient who learns he. Aug 18, 2016 here are the 15 most heartbreaking series finales in tv history. The 15 best tv series finales of all time mental floss. Last week, the americans ended with an incredible finale episode. Mar 25, 2019 the series finale of seinfeld is also among the most divisive in the history of television, and it all begins with an amusing swerve.
Number four the wire while plenty of series finale make us emotional about saying goodbye to favorite characters. These are the 25 best series finales of alll time best life. May 21, 2019 the best series finales in tv history. What is the saddest series finale of a tv series youve ever. Doctor who ranking the new who finales sacred icon. Jan 30, 2020 not all of these sad tv finales lived up to fans expectations, but they still delivered emotional, and sometimes soulcrushing finales that left viewers chokedup, sobbing messes. We dare you not to cry at the final moments, with their shotforshot callback to the very first scene of the series. Hawaii five0 boss on the emotional series finale and.