Penn Badgley was spotted filming the fifth and final season of the hit Netflix series, You, where he plays serial killer Joe Goldberg. He was seen in character walking the streets of New York City in a black peacoat, maroon shirt, and navy blue slacks. Netflix confirmed that filming had officially begun, marking the beginning of the end for the series. Season 4 ended with Joe moving to New York after a murder spree in London and finding romantic bliss with Kate Galvin-Lockwood. The show was renewed for one final season to conclude Joe’s story.
Details about season 5 have been sparse, but it has been revealed that Joe will come face to face with his in-laws before the series wraps. New characters include Kate’s brother, Teddy Lockwood, played by Griffin Matthews, and Joe’s twin sisters-in-law Reagan and Maddie Lockwood, played by Anna Camp. Madeline Brewer will portray Bronte, an enigmatic playwright who joins Joe at his new bookstore. Michael Foley and Justin W Lo replace creator Sera Gamble as co-showrunners for the final season. A teaser for season 5 was released during the Brazilian fan convention TUDUM, showing glimpses of past characters and teasing who Joe will come up against as he returns to New York.
During filming, Badgley channeled his former Gossip Girl character, Dan Humphrey, while walking around Manhattan. The actor was seen huddled around Bleecker St. Station filming a scene, and he squinted across the street, possibly staring at his next obsession. The new season of You promises to tie up loose ends from Joe’s past, including characters like Ellie, Dr. Nicky, Sherry, and Cary Conrad. Badgley addressed the camera directly in the teaser for season 5, hinting at the dangers and obstacles Joe will face as he returns to New York.
Fans of You can expect a thrilling final season as Joe Goldberg’s story comes to a close. With filming officially underway and new cast members joining the series, the fifth season is set to delve deeper into Joe’s dark and twisted world. The presence of Joe’s in-laws and new characters like Bronte will bring new challenges for the serial killer as he navigates his life in New York. As the show comes full circle back to where it all began, viewers can anticipate a gripping conclusion to Joe’s story and the loose ends from his past that will finally be tied up. Stay tuned for more updates and surprises as You season 5 continues to unfold.
