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Man, the feels! This episode was at once lovely and heartbreaking. What an ending!

Zheng's ships are blown up by the villainous Ricky, out for revenge after Stede and Co left him in the hands of a pissed off Jackie (his own damn fault).

Ed, now a crap fisherman (for all of one day), gets kicked out of the camp and heads back to town, only to discover everything destroyed. He assumes Stede and Co were all killed by the British Navy. He dons his leathers again and goes on a killing spree to avenge his family. But then he sees Stede and nothing else matters. They are reunited and confess their feelings. It's swoon worthy, y'all.

The crew confronts the soldiers, who have taken over and destroyed Jackie's. They kill them all except Ricky, and don the corpses' clothes, with the thoughts of getting back to the ship.

But Ricky pulls one last betrayal and they barely survive.

Unfortunately, the one they lose is Izzy. But not before he and Ed have a loving, heartfelt goodbye.

It sucks that Izzy's dead. He went from villain to hero in just 8 episodes and I was excited to see where they'd go with this character. New love? A love triangle? He and Wee John? (although he also had moments with Fang, Frenchie and Lucius). So much more story to tell.

Having said that, last season was about the dream of piracy. The adventures and glamor. This season was about the stark reality of it. The brutality and death. So of course we were going to have to lose someone. Other than Ed and Stede, who are endgame, it had to be someone of high stakes. Izzy made the most sense in it's impact on the crew, and with his story coming full circle (redeemed and loved in the end). Others would've had less impact or seemed even crueler (tearing apart Pete and Lucius, for example). So, it sucked, but it also made sense.

Having said that, David is quoted as saying there is no season without Izzy, so if Buttons came become a seagull, Izzy can be a ghost and haunt Stede and Ed.

Even as we cried, we got a lovely gift of Stede and Ed deciding to give up piracy and open a ramshackle inn together (a theme throughout the season, but Ed hinted in S1 as well). They get their "happy" ending, albeit with a lot of work ahead.

We can only get Ghost Izzy and Innkeepers Ed and Stede if we get a S3.

So, please, help www dot renewasacrew dot com.

What a poorly thought out choice to kill off a major fan favourite character (Izzy Hands) before securing a season three, and to do it in such an unspectacular and unnecessary way. His death was so pointless to the story and it would've made much more sense had he lived to run the revenge. He could've said the same stuff to Ed while being incredibly alive. The only saving grace is that Con O'Neill is such a good actor that the scene was still played well. I can only hope that some magic nonsense happens to bring him back because that is the only redemption that could possibly make his death make sense.

This is an epic and exciting season finale. Ed and Stede's reunion is incredibly romantic. There is a heartwarming moment where Ed reads one of Stede's messages in a bottle and both voices read the love letter together. This is followed by their beautiful beach reunion, visually paralleling their reunion in Stede's dream in episode one. The music has been chosen perfectly for the scenes and stays with you after watching. Izzy's death is devastating, particularly after his fantastic character development this season, but makes narrative sense and is executed beautifully. His final scene contains wonderful performances by Con O'Neill and Taika Waititi. This entire season has been absolutely incredible and a masterclass of storytelling! I am desperately hoping for a Season 3 renewal soon to see the completion of the intended story!

Such a sad but hopeful ending to such a lovely season!

Izzy dying hit me so hard that I was blinded from the beauty of what this season delivered for a while. There's so many stunning episodes that culminate beautifully.

But. Regardless of what this episode has left this season, it feels rushed - because it kind of was! With two less episodes, budget cuts, and far less time to tell the story, it FEELS rushed. This story deserves space to breathe. The show runners and creator deserve to be trusted - because we, the fans at least, know they can deliver.

This story feels, and is, incomplete without season 3. I just love it so much, and it feels like a disservice to the art and hard work put into it not to give it a chance. One more round!

Episode 8 of 'Our Flag Means Death' from Season 2 is an emotional rollercoaster that leaves an indelible mark on viewers. The episode brilliantly captures the essence of love, loss, and sacrifice, making it a standout installment in the series. The beautiful, poignant moment between Stede and Ed on the beach is an absolute highlight, showcasing the depth of their connection and the courage to embrace their feelings openly. The scene of them running towards each other, encapsulated in their kiss, is incredibly moving and heartwarming, underscoring the power of love amidst adversity.

However, amidst the joy of this heartfelt connection, the episode delivers a devastating blow with Izzy's death. The loss of Izzy, a beloved character, is a gut-wrenching moment that leaves a profound impact. The show's ability to evoke such strong emotions is a testament to its storytelling prowess and the exceptional performances by the cast, particularly the raw emotions conveyed by the actors during this tragic turn of events.

Moreover, the episode's visual aesthetics, coupled with its stirring musical score, elevate the viewing experience, immersing audiences further into the characters' world and intensifying the emotional resonance of each scene.

'Our Flag Means Death' continues to impress with its nuanced storytelling, dynamic character development, and the ability to seamlessly blend humor with poignant moments. Episode 8 stands out as a testament to the show's ability to captivate its audience, leaving us eagerly anticipating what unfolds next while navigating the complexities of love, loss, and the unpredictable nature of life at sea.

Even though it ends quite sad, i still absolutely loved this episode. I loved how all the characters, Stedes crew, Spanish Jackie and the Swede, Zheng and Stede, and of course Ed came together.

I will never forget how Ed read Stedes letter, both if their soft voices.

The music sequenz was also very good and the costumes really added something.

And of course Izzys death. Of course i was sad about it, but i can see how it fits in the story. And honestly, they are pirates so the danger was always there. It was a symbol of Blackbeard dying. And i loved how he will always be by their side because they put his grave next to their inn.

I liked that Ed isn't a pirate anymore, he got to do it long enough that he deserves to have a slower and domestic life now. And let's face it, they will return to piracy again occasionally. Stede loves it too much and they still want to revenge Izzy. In my interpretation they have their cozy life as inkeepers but every few months they "go on vacation" and sail a bit on the Revenge again, but with Frenchie as a captain now.

Im still upset. Con deserved better. What DJenks did with Izzy is the same thing Laura Neal did with Villanelle at the end of Killing Eve, including the idiotic interviews afterwards. This is what happens when we trust straights™ to tell our stories. What a joke.

Im still upset. Con deserved better. What DJenks did with Izzy is the same thing Laura Neal did with Villanelle at the end of Killing Eve, including the idiotic interviews afterwards. This is what happens when we trust straights™ to tell our stories. What a joke.

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At the end of season one, I was wishing death upon a certain traitorous character that I couldn't see myself ever rooting for. At the end of season two, I found myself crying over that same character and wishing he could survive. This is the magic of OFMD- a character-driven story that makes it impossible not to care for every single one of these idiots, however terrible their choices may be. While this episode ties up the season's arc in a satisfying way, there is clearly more to come. Spending a whole season building up to a character death is wasted if there is no equally dramatic consequence in the next season!

(Also- the beach reunion? YES!)

The final episode of Season 2 is perfection. There is suspense, action, love, love, love, tears, joy, and surprises. Without summarizing the plot, there are so many wonderful moments and Act 2 ends with us feeling great while also wanting revenge for some important events that occurred. At the time of this review, MAX has not confirmed a Season 3 sparking the fandom into a frenzy where a campaign to reverse their decision is ongoing. David Jenkins, the creator of the show had envisioned a 3 season story and there are so many questions left unanswered with this finale. Stede and Ed are reunited and in love. There is a wedding, there is a shocking death, and there is a revenge to plot. Zheng wants to team up with Blackbeard and Stede to go after Minor Prince Ricky. The Revenge sets sail under a new captain, Spanish Jackie and Swede have plans to open a new bar, Buttons is still a gull, and Izzy needs to be revenged. WE NEED A SEASON 3 to fully have the story told.

I loved how this episode provided reconciliation for the characters as they moved through the deciding to be to together portion of their romance, but I am really wanting to see how the creators and cast take the story and the relationship in the anticipated concluding third season. I am especially intrigued by the idea of a story focused on an enduring relationship as the characters settle into the realities of being together and navigate more day to day conflicts (eg someone leaving the dishes in the sink and a big fight that is not really about the dishes). One of the strengths of the show is how it brings tenderness and humor to the mundane!