Overview
- The final episode debuted December 8 on Peacock, concluding the four-season dramatic reimagining.
- Showrunner Carla Banks-Waddles said the team wrote two versions of the ending to account for the guest’s uncertain availability.
- Creators describe the moment as a symbolic handoff and intentionally ambiguous encounter designed to reinforce themes of growth and identity.
- Morgan Cooper noted the production had aimed for this appearance since early development, saving it for the closing beat to maximize impact.
- The series regularly featured alumni from the original sitcom in reimagined roles, and the finale’s guest also serves as an executive producer on the reboot.