season finale

Definition

The final episode of a television season, typically featuring climactic plot developments, major character moments, or cliffhangers that carry into the next season. It serves as a bookend to months of storytelling.

Example Usage

The season finale delivered shocking twists that left fans theorizing all summer about what would happen next.

Origin

Emerged as a standard television concept with the rise of episodic TV in the 1950s and 1960s, following radio drama conventions.

Fun Fact

Season finales are often aired during 'sweeps periods' when Nielsen ratings are measured, making them crucial for a show's renewal chances.

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