The final episode of Euphoria's third season, titled 'In God We Trust', has left viewers in shock as it reveals the death of protagonist Rue Bennett, played by Zendaya. After a seven-year run across three seasons, the HBO series concluded with Rue dying from an accidental overdose, administered by crime boss Alamo under the guise of a painkiller.
The episode shows Rue's death through a dream sequence, where she reunites with her mother, father, and high school sweetheart Jules. In reality, she is found dead on a sofa, while her friend and mentor Ali kills Alamo in a vengeful showdown. This tragic ending has sparked mixed reactions from fans, with many expressing heartbreak and disappointment on social media.
Some viewers praised Zendaya's performance, calling it award-worthy, while others criticised the writing as 'anticlimactic' and 'stupid'. One fan wrote, 'She should have gotten a good ending, and this is a horrible end to the show.' Another commented, 'Rue being dead from the overdose the entire time... this ending absolutely broke me.'
Creator Sam Levinson had previously defended the show's dark turn, stating he aims to give audiences what they want but in a way that makes them question it. Rue's death follows the brutal demise of Nate Jacobs in the previous episode, continuing the series' trend of shocking, tragic outcomes.
