'Succession' finale: Why did Shiv change her mind?

The most interesting theories from the show's fans, cast, and crew

Matthew Macfadyen and Sarah Snook in 'Succession'
Shiv's decisive vote in Succession's season finale shocked viewers
(Image credit: Courtesy of HBO)

In the series finale of "Succession," Shiv Roy lived up to her first name.

For much of the HBO drama's final episode, Shiv appeared to be united with her brothers Kendall and Roman Roy to prevent Waystar RoyCo's acquisition by GoJo. But she flipped sides at the last minute, allowing Lukas Matsson to take over the company and install her estranged husband, Tom, as CEO.

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Brendan Morrow

Brendan worked as a culture writer at The Week from 2018 to 2023, covering the entertainment industry, including film reviews, television recaps, awards season, the box office, major movie franchises and Hollywood gossip. He has written about film and television for outlets including Bloody Disgusting, Showbiz Cheat Sheet, Heavy and The Celebrity Cafe.