From the outset, the cast was aware of the impending tragedies, but they were still taken aback by the emotional weight of the finale. “We all knew, but I think everyone’s going to be shocked,” one cast member remarked, hinting at the intensity of the plot. The finale saw a gripping shootout that claimed the lives of several key characters, including Rick’s father and hotel owner Jim, along with his two bodyguards. This violent climax served as a stark contrast to the relationships that had developed over the season.