The final episode of Sweetpea leaves us on a thrilling cliffhanger, with many questions left unanswered. Julia and Rhiannon’s friendship takes a dark and twisted turn, as they narrowly escape police custody after pinning two murders on Marcus.
However, this so-called freedom comes with complications that suggest Julia may have finally had enough of the chaos. In this article, we'll break down the season's ending and explore what happens to Julia, as well as what might be next for the characters.
What happens to Julia?
In the final episode, Julia and Rhiannon find themselves in a dire situation. After being kidnapped and nearly killed by Marcus, Julia teams up with Rhiannon to escape. Their night of freedom, however, is short-lived, as the consequences of their actions quickly catch up with them.
Rhiannon, a calculated murderer, kills two people during the season. When they are taken in for questioning, she and Julia manage to pin both murders—and Julia’s kidnapping on Marcus, Rhiannon’s ex-boyfriend.
Marcus was abusive toward Julia, and after a tense confrontation where he tries to harm her, Rhiannon steps in and helps finish the job. The police buy their story, and they walk free, but not without suspicion lingering over them.
Julia and Rhiannon spend the night at a club, celebrating what feels like a victory. But for Julia, the celebration is hollow. She’s starting to realize that her newfound friendship with Rhiannon might be just as toxic as her past with Marcus. The more she reflects on Rhiannon’s influence over her life, the more desperate she becomes to break free.
In a moment of impulsiveness, Julia borrows Rhiannon’s bank card to buy drugs. This act shows her rebellious streak, but it also signals her desperation. Instead of returning home to Rhiannon, Julia takes the money and disappears, leaving Rhiannon confused and anxious.
Julia’s disappearance is more than just an impulsive decision like it’s a deliberate choice to cut ties. She uses Rhiannon’s card to withdraw a large sum of money, which suggests she may be planning a permanent escape. By vanishing without a trace, Julia signals that she no longer wants to be under Rhiannon's control.
Season 2 possibilities: What comes next?
The ending of Sweetpea leaves the door wide open for a second season. Rhiannon’s mental state is fragile, and with Marina still on her trail, it’s only a matter of time before the truth about the murders comes out. Julia’s whereabouts are unknown, but her escape hints at a fresh start like if she can stay hidden.
A potential season 2 could explore whether Rhiannon spirals further into madness or turns herself in. Julia’s storyline could see her building a new life while constantly looking over her shoulder, fearing Rhiannon’s return. Either way, the stage is set for more twists, darker moments, and deeper character dives.
In the final moments of the episode, Julia decides to break the cycle. She uses Rhiannon’s credit card to buy a plane ticket, and without telling anyone, she leaves town. By ghosting Rhiannon and disappearing, Julia makes a bold move to start fresh and free herself from the toxic friendship.
Sweetpea ends with a thrilling cliffhanger, leaving us with many unanswered questions. Julia’s disappearance is a sign that she wants out of Rhiannon’s destructive world, but whether she stays away remains to be seen.
With Rhiannon’s growing instability and Marina hot on their trail, a second season promises to unravel even more of this twisted story.
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