Is Netflix about to absolutely DESTROY us with Outer Banks’ final season, or what?
Well, well, well—if you weren’t already emotionally devastated by the news that Rudy Pankow’s beloved character JJ is getting killed off, honey, the new trailer just served us a heaping plate of heartbreak with a side of dread. Netflix dropped the official trailer on Wednesday, July 28, and it’s basically confirming what we’ve all been screaming into our pillows: JJ is GONE, and the Pogues are absolutely wrecked about it.
The footage shows John B (Chase Stokes), Sarah (Madelyn Cline), Kiara (Madison Bailey), Pope (Jonathan Daviss), and Cleo (Carlacia Grant) all mourning their fallen bestie in what can only be described as a masterclass in ugly crying. But here’s where it gets juicy—the trailer is absolutely DRIPPING with ominous vibes that suggest JJ won’t be the only one biting the dust before this series wraps.
Rudy Pankow’s exit has been nothing short of controversial, with fans losing their minds on social media. Some are calling it a betrayal, others are convinced there’s more to the story, and everyone is united in their collective grief. Like, we’ve been riding with JJ since day one, and the idea of the Pogues without him is genuinely making our hearts ache.
But let’s talk about what’s REALLY sending us into a tailspin: those cryptic shots in the trailer that seem to foreshadow even MORE character deaths. The showrunners are clearly going for that prestigious prestige drama energy, and honestly? We’re not sure our emotions can handle it. Netflix is about to have us ALL in therapy.
The chemistry between this cast has always been *chef’s kiss*, and losing a core member is absolutely going to change the entire dynamic of the show. Whether JJ’s death is the catalyst for other tragedies or just the beginning of a domino effect of destruction remains to be seen. What we DO know is that the final season is shaping up to be absolutely ruthless.
Fans are already campaigning for answers about why Rudy Pankow’s departure happened, and whether his character deserved such a tragic send-off. The internet is DIVIDED, and the discourse is HEATED.
What do you think? A) JJ’s death is justified and will serve the story B) Netflix is making a huge mistake killing off a main character