January 2nd 2025.
The series finale of Vera had viewers on the edge of their seats as they bid farewell to one of the greatest crime dramas of all time. After captivating audiences for 14 years, the show's final episode did not disappoint.
The second part of the finale followed Detective Vera, played by the talented Brenda Blethyn, as she searched for a missing teenager named Chloe. This led her to a village with a dark past and a high-stakes confrontation during a witch hunt festival. As she and her team worked on the case, Vera experienced flashbacks to her childhood, giving viewers a glimpse into her past and her relationship with her father, Hector Stanhope.
Fans took to social media to express their love for the show and its perfect conclusion. @rosecoloredchar tearfully said, "Saying goodbye to another brilliant TV show and iconic British character is so sad. There is no one quite like #Vera. It will be greatly missed in my house." @MICHAELR8745 also lamented, "ITV can't just let go of one of the best crime dramas ever. #Vera #itv."
@GregInBytes echoed this sentiment, thanking Brenda Blethyn for her portrayal of Vera Stanhope over the years and comparing her character to other beloved TV detectives like Morse and Cadfael. @Kaz1702 shared their relief that the finale did not have an overly dramatic ending, stating, "I was worried there would be a dramatic conclusion just for the ratings, but the way it was handled was completely in line with the show and its main character."
The final episode also gave viewers a glimpse into Vera's past and the first time they saw her father, Hector. Struggling with the death of his wife, Hector turns to alcohol, leaving young Vera to take on a caregiver role within the family. Despite his grief, Hector is shown to be a loving father, and 12-year-old Vera displays her resilience and maturity as she takes care of him while also dealing with her own grief.
The show's final moments see Vera retiring from the force, with her father's words still echoing in her mind, "The police is no place for a lass." But Vera, fiercely independent and determined, tells him, "You're wrong." To which he replies, "Prove it then, pet."
As Vera packs up her things and leaves the police station, she leaves her partner DI Joe Ashworth a letter, encouraging him to "spread his wings." This is a touching moment, showing the strong bond between the two characters.
The first part of the finale ended on New Year's Day, with Vera and Joe confronting Imogen Langworth, who had murdered her mother. During the confrontation, Imogen's father appears and starts a fight with Joe, leading to a shocking turn of events.
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