Succession

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Every Episode of ‘Succession,’ Ranked

With all 39 installments of the Roy family saga in the books, we convened our board for a special meeting—a coronation demolition derby, if you will. Which episode will be anointed king?

By The Ringer Staff

The Watch

Creator Jesse Armstrong on the Ending of ‘Succession’

Jesse Armstrong joins to break down the finale of the show, including how the final scenes were put together

By Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

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The True Power of ‘Succession’ Comes From Writing Inside the Box

The HBO show was known for witty jabs and f-word-laden insults. But perhaps its biggest achievement was ending on its own terms—and its writing through lines along the way.

By Katie Baker May 31

The Big Picture

Movies Vs. TV in 2023: What the ‘Succession’ Finale Says About Storytelling Now. Plus: A Pointless ‘Little Mermaid.’

Cristian Mungiu, the Romanian master filmmaker, also joins to discuss his latest, ‘R.M.N.’

By Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins May 31

The Prestige TV Podcast

‘Succession’ Season 4 Wrap-Up, Plus an Interview With Mark Mylod

Joanna and Van reflect on the series’ legacy

By Joanna Robinson and Van Lathan May 30

The Ryen Russillo Podcast

Ryen Was Wrong About the Heat and Is Picking Against Them Again, Plus Jeff Van Gundy and Andy Cohen!

Ryen talks the Celtics’ defeat to the Heat and previews Heat-Nuggets in the NBA Finals

By Ryen Russillo May 30

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The ‘Succession’ Series Finale Exit Survey

Did "With Open Eyes" stick the landing? What comes next for the Roy siblings? And who wants to play "meal fit for a king"?

By The Ringer Staff May 30

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How Will ‘Succession’ Be Remembered?

The HBO series concluded its run on Sunday night. But where does it stack up among other prestige TV offerings? And how will its legacy differ from those of other shows under that umbrella?

By Brian Phillips May 30

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The ‘Succession’ Series Finale Power Rankings: The Only Hellhole in Paradise

An obvious no. 1 and an obvious last-place finisher—but how will the rest of the Roys and their corporate lackeys fare in our last-ever stock of who’s up and who’s down in the ‘Succession’ universe?

By Justin Sayles May 30

The Watch

‘Succession’ and ‘Barry’: A Tale of Two HBO Finales

Andy breaks down Sunday night’s momentous series finales

By Andy Greenwald, Sean Fennessey, and 1 more May 29

Where Does ‘Succession’ Rank Among the Best TV Finales?

It’s hard to say goodbye. But if there’s a silver lining, it’s that we often get a tremendous hour of television. From ‘Deadwood’ to ‘Succession’ to ‘The Sopranos,’ these are the best from the past few decades.

By The Ringer Staff May 29

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Shiv’s Decision Defines ‘Succession’ and Fulfills the Roy Siblings’ Destiny

The ‘Succession’ series finale showed what the relationship among Shiv, Kendall, and Roman could have been. It also left no doubt about what drove Logan’s children above all else.

By Ben Lindbergh May 29

The Full Go With Jason Goff

What’s the Difference? With David Dennis Jr.

Jason is joined by writer David Dennis Jr. to discuss his new podcast, ‘Rap Stories’

By Jason Goff May 29

The Prestige TV Podcast

‘Succession’ Series Finale Recap

Concluding thoughts on the beloved HBO series

By Bill Simmons and Sean Fennessey May 29

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In the ‘Succession’ Series Finale, the Poison Drips Through

As the fate of Waystar Royco came to a head, the seeds Logan Roy sowed decades ago bore their disgusting fruit

By Miles Surrey May 29

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Prestige TV Has Taken a Page Out of Sportswriting’s Media Playbook

‘Succession’ makes its stars and creators available to journalists after episodes air. The result is eerily similar to an NBA star fielding questions in a postgame press conference.

By Bryan Curtis May 26

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‘Succession’ Precap: One Burning Question Ahead of the Series Finale

Every Friday, Ringer staffers gather to answer one key question ahead of Sunday’s ‘Succession’ episode. This week’s topic: Who will end up on top?

By The Ringer Staff May 26

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One Last Curtain Call for ‘Succession’

In its four-season run, ‘Succession’ has given its audience the thrill of being along for a unique and deeply felt ride

By Katie Baker May 26

The Bill Simmons Podcast

The Comeback Celtics and a Best ‘Succession’ Character Draft With Rob Mahoney, Van Lathan, and Charles Holmes

Bill talks about the upcoming ‘Succession’ finale and participates in a character draft with the Midnight Boys

By Bill Simmons, Rob Mahoney, and 2 more May 26

The Watch

Preparing for the End of ‘Succession.’ Plus, Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage on the Making of ‘City on Fire.’

The ‘City on Fire’ showrunners join Chris and Andy to discuss the adaptation process for the series and how they recreated 2003 New York

By Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald May 25

Thru The Ringer

Van Lathan on the NBA Playoffs and the ‘Succession’ Series Finale

Plus, talk of LeBron’s potential retirement, Celtics-Heat, and more

By Tate Frazier and Van Lathan May 25

Against the Cult of “Sticking the Landing”

The ‘Succession’ finale may be great—or it may be deflating. But it likely doesn’t matter either way. A TV show is mostly remembered for what happens before the finale, not during it.

By Ben Lindbergh May 24

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Does Cousin Greg Have More Moves to Make in the ‘Succession’ Series Finale?

Greg the Egg started Season 4 on the sidelines, but his recent scheming helped swing the election. Can he keep climbing higher—and sinking lower—in Sunday’s series ender?

By Kai Grady May 24

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‘Succession’ Season 4 Power Rankings: The Grim Weeper

Kendall is finally playing the killer his dad always wanted him to, just in time for the funeral. Meanwhile, Roman finds out that maybe "pre-grieving" isn’t a thing after all.

By Khal Davenport May 23

The Prestige TV Podcast

‘Succession’ Season 4, Episode 9 Recap

Bill, Sean, and Joanna discuss this TV masterpiece of an episode, the indelible performances across the board, and more

By Bill Simmons, Sean Fennessey, and 1 more May 21

The Watch

Breaking Down the Penultimate Episode of ‘Succession’

Chris and Andy break down "Church and State"—the ninth episode of Season 4

By Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald May 21

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The Dark Flame in Men: Breaking Down Episode 9 of ‘Succession’

On the day after a contentious presidential election, the Roy family and associates gather to finally lay Logan to rest

By Miles Surrey May 21

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‘Succession’ Precap: One Burning Question Ahead of Episode 9

Every Friday, Ringer staffers gather to answer one key question ahead of Sunday’s ‘Succession’ episode. This week’s topic: the aftermath of the election.

By The Ringer Staff May 19