“Strongest” season of beloved period drama ends on “devastating” note – here’s what that means

The Gilded Age season 3 finale spoilers follow.

Actors Carrie Coon and Morgan Spector, from the series The Gilded Age, have shared insights on the conclusions of last night’s episode 3 finale and potential directions for season 4.

In a nod to “the series’ most powerful aspect” as described by The New Yorker, the seasons conclude with George appearing stronger than ever after surviving an assassination attempt. Simultaneously, Bertha asserted her influence yet again through her latest event aimed at empowering divorced women.

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Despite their impending grandparenthood, the truth is, their situation within their private life is quite dire.

According to a disheartening confession made to Variety, George expressed feelings of the marriage between them reaching an end, following the wedding of Gladys, as shared by Coon, who found the event extremely distressing for George.

As a devoted father, I’ve been grappling with the weight of feeling like I’ve let my daughter down. This heavy burden led me on a journey that brought me alarmingly close to the brink. In this harrowing experience, I found myself confronted spiritually, questioning the paths I’ve chosen in life.

Bertha isn’t entirely immersed in the experience and struggles to comprehend its impact on him. Initially, she believed this event would draw them even closer.

In the upcoming fourth season, will the couple manage to overcome their difficulties or are they indeed headed for a separation? According to Coon, it all hinges on George’s desires.

Without a doubt, Bertha’s determination will not waver, whether it’s George’s newfound sense of morality or an emerging socialite trying to outshine her, that much is clear.

“Over her dead body,” Coon added. “She’s going to go down swinging.”

In another interview, Spector expressed that for him, the narrative focusing on George’s resilience following the assassination attempt would likely dominate season 4. He is eager to explore how things unfold.

He noted that there could have been instances where these individuals might have considered improving the treatment of their employees or increasing investments in charitable causes, as he expressed interest in observing such changes.

In another interesting disclosure, it was unveiled that the last scene of the season depicted Bertha watching George flee in a carriage, however, in actuality, one of the crew members was simply pretending to be on a horse. This just goes to show that the enchantment of cinema continues to thrive.

The Gilded Age is available via Sky/NOW in the UK.

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2025-08-11 17:20