Bill Hader is a director that knows what he wants.

In its final episode, Barry became somewhat of a meta-commentary about the exploits of the Hollywood system.

As usual, Jeremy Strong saw every on-set experience through the eyes of his tortured, ambitious character.

Succession may be over and done with, but creator Jesse Armstrong has some thoughts about the future of the Roy kids.

It would seem the legendary filmmaker is planning to expand the Jesus Cinematic Universe.

'And we just made all that up.'

Like Girl, Interrupted, the following films tackle mental illness, coming of age in a hostile world, and the allure of dangerous figures like Jolie's Lisa.

You're going to want to sit down on your cow-print couch to read this one.

'The simple truth is not all of us become the men we once hoped we might be.'

'Even the way Mariner wears her uniform in this nonchalant way, she has her sleeves rolled — these are all very important references for me ...'

Stephen Root reflects on the Barry series finale, the challenges of being sexy, and the surprising end to Monroe Fuches' story.

It's time for someone to take a look at the next generation.

'Everything was done in a very innovative, resourceful way.'

There's a lot to unpack in the tumultuous couple's final scenes.

'If I can change ... and you can change ... everybody can change!' -Rocky Balboa

The lack of closure is a feature, not a bug, but let's take a closer look.

A meal fit for a king.

The series finale gives their relationship an appropriate send-off.

Let's play ball.

'I would never be cast as that.'

One scene has always haunted the series, and Kendall in particular.

It had to end like this.

Greg has never been a player, he's a parasite.

Keep on rollin' Fast fam.

The kids will never be alright.

Walter to the rescue.

Goodbye, Barry. It's been quite the ride.