As a seasoned viewer of crime dramas, I must say that the conclusion of Sherwood Season 2 was nothing short of thrilling! The characters’ lives have been left in quite a state, much like a game of Jengging a precarious tower.
**WARNING: Contains spoilers for all episodes of Sherwood**
The must-watch drama of the summer concluded in typically bloodthirsty style.
It appeared doubtful that the second season of Sherwood would be able to surpass the nail-biting excitement of the initial one.
However, the more this BAFTA-nominated drama explores the intricate tit-for-tat conflicts within Nottingham’s criminal underworld, the greater the sense of suspense and tension it creates with each passing episode.
The final act ended tragically with further violence following the chilling actions of the matriarch Ann (Monica Dolan, nearly unrecognizable after her role in Mr. Bates vs The Post Office earlier this year). She added her adversary Mickey (Philip Jackson) to her hit list.
So, did she get her much-deserved comeuppance? Here’s what went down in the captivating finale.
Sherwood ending explained
Did the mole get caught?
During an interview about Ann’s location, crime boss Roy Branson (Stephen Dillane) confided in DCS Harry Summers (Michael Balogun) that he believes he spent the night at the Bottomleys’ hideout before their murder, after consuming several cans of traditional British beer.
The detective had only given this information to one other individual, his snakelike colleague Marcus (Jordan Myrie).
When Harry realizes something significant, he leads Marcus deceptively into Sherwood Forest, claiming they’re searching for Ann. However, instead of continuing their search, he confronts Marcus forcefully, beats him up, and discovers a phone that implicates Marcus in a conspiracy with the Bransons.
Following their forced return to the police station, the mole disclosed that the family had bribed him with tuition fees for his education in exchange for his collaboration. He displayed no regret for repeatedly sabotaging efforts aimed at taking them down.
Who poisoned Lisa?
In the show, the character portraying the sheriff of Nottingham, contrary to some misconceptions, isn’t Robin Hood’s sworn enemy but a contemporary elected council member. By the end of episode 4, she was discovered poisoned, raising concerns about her survival.
Fortunately, after a harrowing experience, Lisa (Ria Zmitrowicz) manages to regain her health following an incident where her vape was laced with the illicit substance known as spice.
Through some crucial tips from Stephie (Bethany Asher), the authorities discovered that the recent arrival, Jordan (Tyrese Eaton-Dyce), was indeed the culprit.
Lisa belonged to the council that reduced financing for numerous rehabilitation programs within prisons, which her distressed convict brother found meaningful and purposeful. She thought this change might have been a factor leading to his taking his own life.
Harry points out that it appears as though the act of revenge was done impulsively and without much thought,” suggests a simpler paraphrase, reflecting the sentiment that might resonate with viewers regarding the show’s questionable motivation for revenge.
Where is Ann?
Indeed, the main query that the finale aimed to resolve was about the location of the undoubtedly evil Ann.
After callously murdering Mickey, the wicked woman vanished, knowing full well that not only the law enforcement but also her formidable adversary, Daphne – this season’s standout performer, Lorraine Ashbourne – would relentlessly pursue her.
Following a tip from a contact who was supposed to create a false passport for her, the consistently angry Rory (Perry Fitzpatrick) immediately sets course for the marshy reservoir where Ann had been concealing herself.
However, his mother and her daughter Rachel (played by Christine Bottomley) outsmart him first. In response, he fires a shot into his mother’s shoulder and forces her to walk to the end of the pier at gunpoint.
Similar to traditional Bond antagonists, Ann tends to engage in excessive conversation rather than action. When Rachel, armed with a gun, steps in to save the situation, Daphne manages to disarm her simultaneously, inflicting a broken arm on her.
Is it indeed the conclusion for the East Midlands’ most formidable matriarch? Not so fast. After hearing Mickey’s last utterance (“Don’t!”), Daphne assures the helpless Ann that she won’t kill her.
To clarify, she has no intention of surrendering her to the police. Instead, her plan seems to be for the individual to live in constant fear, always watching her back – a lifestyle that an ex-covert officer like herself would be familiar with due to its paranoid nature.
Indeed, Ann refused to back down after another deadly altercation, and subsequently, she ended up falling into the lake. As the Sparrows, with Rory among them, looked on closely, she struggled violently before gradually disappearing beneath the water’s surface.
Upon officer Ian’s (David Morrissey) arrival, it momentarily seems as if Ann might rise up like Jason Voorhees in the first Friday the 13th. However, her terrifying rule is indeed over – it has ended tragically in the water.
Where are the key characters now?
Before his transfer to a distant prison, Stephanie had an emotional encounter with her brother Ryan (Oliver Huntingdon). Subsequently, we see her settling into a fresh living space, fortunately free of any teenagers struggling with drug addiction this time around.
Once more, it’s evident that she doesn’t shy away from illegal activities. Remember, even though her fingerprints could have been found on his van door, she manages to escape punishment for killing Kyre (Conor Deane). Furthermore, she’s demonstrated hiding the money that her previous roommates had stashed in the washing machine.
In the meantime, Robert Lindsay’s portrayal of billionaire businessman Franklin Warner evokes a pantomime villain, as he throws a fit during a press conference upon learning that his proposed coal mine project has been rejected.
If you’re yet undecided about whether he was behind the threatening messages aimed at his critic Lisa, the series doesn’t offer a clear answer on that matter. Maybe we’ll find out more in a potential third season.
Meanwhile, in various scenes accompanied by Lisa’s empowering speech, we observe Harry participating in a healing group session, the Sparrows enjoying a harmonious family life following Daphne’s hospital release, and Ian and Julie (played by the underappreciated Lesley Manville) mending their friendship, hinting at potential deepening of their bond.
In the second round, the latter plotline appeared unnecessary, perhaps because the show was attempting to juggle too many storylines at once. However, the transformation of the mining strike drama into a Nottingham-set version of “The Wire” has made for essential viewing since its premiere.
All episodes of Sherwood are now available to stream on BBC iPlayer.
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