As we approach the finale of ‘The White Lotus’ Season 3, many questions remain unanswered. Why does this season feel slower than usual? Who holds the title of the meanest white lady friend? Where will Lochlan choose to attend college? And how does Chelsea always have an endless collection of cute dresses and tops?
Of course, the biggest mystery is still: Who will die? As with every season of 'The White Lotus,' the looming death takes a backseat to all the interpersonal drama.
As an ardent fan, I’ve been piecing together clues and theories, and here are the top climaxes I believe could unfold in the final episode:
The White Lotus Season 3 Finale: 4 Possible Climaxes
1. Timothy Ratliff Poisons His Family
Timothy Ratliff (Jason Isaacs) has been slowly unravelling throughout the season, sinking into suicidal thoughts while becoming addicted to his wife's Lorazepam. Realising that his family is completely unprepared for financial disaster, he starts to believe their only escape is death. While his storyline has felt a bit repetitive, Jason Isaacs' performance has been outstanding.
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A popular theory, especially on Reddit is that Tim will blend the deadly suicide fruit into Saxon's (Patrick Schwarzenegger) protein shakes, taking out himself and his family in one go. While this seems like a simple and logical conclusion, it also feels too predictable. And if there's one thing ‘The White Lotus’ creator Mike White isn’t, it’s predictable. Tim poisoning the shakes could happen, but for a show full of surprises, there’s likely a bigger twist ahead.
Another possibility I see is that, instead of his daughter, Tim might choose to join the monastery. Given his current state of mind, seeking refuge in a place of spiritual isolation could be his way of escaping his problems without resorting to violence. If ‘The White Lotus’ has taught us anything, it’s that the most unexpected paths often turn out to be the real ones.
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2. Rick Ends Up In Trouble
Let’s be real, we all have a soft spot for Rick Hatchett (Walton Goggins), the rugged man on a lifelong quest for vengeance. But when he finally confronts his father’s killer, the moment falls flat. Instead of pulling the trigger, he barely musters the will to push the frail old man. In the end, his closure comes from realising his enemy isn’t the monster he imagined.
However, Rick isn’t off the hook. He attacked the husband of the resort owner, deceived Sritala (Lek Patravadi), and even pulled a gun on her husband. With his details logged in the hotel records, trouble is inevitable. Even his girlfriend Chelsea (Aimee Lou Wood) sees the storm coming, believing they’re locked in a battle of hope versus pain. The real worry? That she, not Rick, will pay the price, especially after already escaping death twice.
3. Deadly Twist
As the police storm the resort, panic spreads like wildfire. Rick is convinced they’re coming for him. Gary fears he’s the target. Timothy believes his past has finally caught up with him. But in reality, it was Gaitok who called them, for Valentino and his crew.
I came across this theory on Reddit, and honestly, it has a high chance of happening. Given that ‘The White Lotus’ loves to kill off our favourite characters, Chelsea might just be the next victim. Amid all the confusion, she becomes the tragic casualty, whether by a stray bullet, a wrong move, or sheer bad luck, she doesn’t make it out alive.
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4. Mook Is Actually A Villian
The casting of global superstar Lalisa Manobal, best known as a member of ‘Blackpink,’ caused a stir online. Throughout the season, her character, Mook, a seemingly quiet hotel employee and Gaitok’s (Tayme Thapthimthong) love interest has left fans questioning if there’s more to her than her sweet demeanour suggests.
And honestly, I think there is. For starters, her interactions with Gaitok are painfully dull, so much so that they feel unnecessary. Many speculate that Mook is secretly working with Valentino (Arnas Fedaravicius) and his crew to pull off a robbery. While that theory makes sense, it also feels too predictable. Given Mike White’s knack for unexpected twists, there’s likely a much bigger reveal waiting for us.
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