Hitman Turned Actor Barry Berkman Shot Dead, Teacher Gene Cousineau Takes Blame and Sentenced to Life in Prison
- Barry's acting teacher Gene Cousineau kills Barry in the finale after taking the blame for Barry's crimes.
- Most characters meet bloody ends in a shootout, but Barry's ex-girlfriend Sally survives and directs a high school play.
- The finale explores themes of acceptance and provides a poignant ending to the dark comedy series.
- The finale was praised for its perfect ending and cut to black, with some critics arguing it outdid the Succession finale.
- The series followed Barry, an Afghanistan veteran turned hitman who pursued acting, and satirized Hollywood and society's hunger for simple narratives.
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