The Escape of the Seven: Resurrection, produced by SBS, wrapped up its final episode on May 18, 2024. The drama captivated audiences with its intense storyline and achieved a high rating of 4.1 percent. This season continued the journey of seven criminals seeking redemption by fighting a true villain. Let’s dive into the ending and see if it was a happy one.
Spoiler Alert: This article contains spoilers.
Exposing the Villain’s Crimes
In the final episodes, Kang Ki Tak and Min Do Hyuk manage to reveal Matthew’s (Uhm Ki Joon) sinister plans to the public. Matthew had been manipulating and threatening powerful individuals to secure the Gagok District Project, where he planned to establish a network of hackers.
Image: still cut from The Escape of the Seven: Resurrection (instagram.com/sbsdrama.official)
During a ribbon-cutting event for Gagok District, LUCA broadcasts Matthew’s secret meetings, exposing his corruption. Min Do Hyuk also confronts Matthew, denying the false accusations against him. Yang Jin Mo, who was presumed dead, appears and supports Min Do Hyuk’s claims. This public revelation leads to Matthew’s downfall.
Matthew’s Ultimate Punishment
Cornered during the Gagok District event, Matthew goes on a shooting spree, injuring and killing several people, including Nam Chul Woo (Jo Jae Yun). Following his arrest, Matthew faces a court trial. Despite his attempt to appear remorseful, the judge sentences him to death, rejecting any appeals.
Image: Uhm Ki Joon in The Escape of the Seven: Resurrection (instagram.com/sbsdrama.official)
In a dramatic turn of events, Min Do Hyuk and Kang Ki Tak lure Matthew out of his cell and exact their revenge by shooting him, mirroring the injuries he inflicted on others, before burning his body.
Happy Endings for Some
The series concludes with several characters finding happiness and redemption. Yang Jin Mo and Go Myoung Ji open a restaurant and live peacefully with their three children. Cha Ju Ran (Shin Eun Kyung) raises her son alone after Nam Chul Woo’s death, finding fulfillment in helping others as an obstetrician.
Image: still cut from The Escape of the Seven: Resurrection (instagram.com/sbsdrama.official)
Han Mo Ne (Lee Yoo Bi) reconciles with her past and cares for her ailing mother, eventually reconnecting with Han Na. Min Do Hyuk and Kang Ki Tak successfully lead the Sungchan Group, with Min Do Hyuk eventually stepping down to live a simpler life.
Final Thoughts
The Escape of the Seven: Resurrection ends on a hopeful note, with many characters achieving personal growth and happiness. The seven criminals, who once supported Matthew, ultimately redeem themselves by fighting for justice, even at great personal cost.
As a fan of intense dramas, I found the ending of The Escape of the Seven: Resurrection quite satisfying. The series did an excellent job of wrapping up the storylines of its main characters, offering redemption and closure. The dramatic twists kept me on the edge of my seat, and the final scenes provided a sense of justice and hope. It’s a fitting conclusion to a gripping series that kept us hooked from start to finish. Did you find the ending as satisfying as I did? Share your thoughts in the comments!