This article contains spoilers for The White Lotus season 3, episode 5, and also contains mention of suicide.
The White Lotusseason 3 continues to build suspense around its big death, and Rick’s actions in episode 5 just introduced a new possibility for the final shooting. As one of the most intriguingcharacters inThe White Lotus' season 3, Rick has been at the center of theories linking him to the show’s murder twist. However, his latest meeting complicates the mystery even further, making it hard to determine which of the show’s violent and unstable characters will ultimately pull the trigger — and who their target might be.
Reviews for episode 5 ofThe White Lotuspraise how suddenly tensions have escalated, with characters experiencing rapid development as conflicts start to come together. Notably, the Ratliff family seems on the verge of implosion,Greg’s plans for Belindagrow more prominent, and Jaclyn, Kate, and Laurie’s friendship appears definitely doomed. Meanwhile, Rick, having traveled to Bangkok and met with an old friend, is closer than ever to confronting the man who killed his father.
Tim Is No Longer The Only Main Character With A Gun In The White Lotus Season 3
The White Lotus Has Now Teased Three Possible Murder Weapons
Jason Issacs' response to hisThe White Lotusstorylinefurther suggests that Tim is in for a tragic ending, though there are many ways this could still play out. While there’s a slim chance he chooses to keep his family in Thailand, wanting them to escape poverty and public disgrace, Mike White’s show heavily implies darker paths may lie ahead for the Ratliffs. Notably,Tim has already wrestled with suicide after taking Gaitok’s gun, and this could only get worse if he decides to spare his family from the consequences of his mistakes.
With three episodes left in season 3,The White Lotusfurther muddles the mystery surrounding this season’s death, or deaths, by introducing a third possible murder weapon.
Tim could even lose possession of the gun, and thus be only indirectly connected towho dies inThe White Lotusseason 3. However, the show’s opening sequence features more than 16 gunshots, suggesting the Ratliffs aren’t the only ones involved. This complexity deepens with the recent introduction of a new element:Rick has also acquired a gun. With three episodes left in season 3,The White Lotusfurther muddles the mystery surrounding this season’s death, or deaths, by introducing a third possible murder weapon.
What Is Rick Going To Do With The Gun?
It Seems Rick Wants To Kill The Man Who Murdered His Father
Sam Rockwell’s unexpected role inThe White Lotusseason 3paves the way for Walton Goggins' character’s dangerous mission, as Rick’s old friend brings him a gun upon his request. Combined with his petition that Frank help him with a bit of “role-play,“it’s suggested that Rick intends to shoot Jim Hollinger, the resort owner who also killed his father. As Rockwell’s character can be seen in the preview for episode 6, it’s hinted that Rick may try to carry out his plan the following day.
The last episode ofThe White Lotusseason 3 will be released on April 6.
However, everything may still change once Rick finally confronts Hollinger. While the old man is one ofThe White Lotuscharacters most likely to become a victim, he is so ill, he might not even be conscious. Additionally, he may hold key information about Rick’s father — details that could shatter Rick’s idealized perception of him as a person who wanted to help and make a difference. Alternatively,Goggins' character might even decide against killing Hollinger at the last moment, as Rick doesn’t really seem to be a bad person, just sad.
Could Rick Be Involved In The White Lotus' Shooting?
Greg Is Likelier To Be Behind Such A Big Attack Given His The White Lotus’ History
Though Rick intends to use the gun in Bangkok rather than at the luxury hotel, he could still be the one behind the shooting if Jim Hollinger travels back to the resort. Given his volatile temper, it wouldn’t be surprising if Rick were the shooter, as he would easily shoot multiple times if he was pushed to the edge. In contrast,Greg is more likely to orchestrate the shooting, making hired help another plausible explanation for the attack, especially if he wants to conceal that Belinda was the intended target by shooting multiple guests.
Why Fabian Refuses To Help Belinda With Greg In The White Lotus Season 3
Resort manager Fabian shockingly doesn’t help Belinda after she confides in him about Greg’s dark past in The White Lotus season 3, episode 5.
With Greg poised to threaten Belinda into silence, both Tim and Rick having a gun, and thepoisonous pong pong tree inThe White Lotus, the show has teased multiple potential murders. However,it’s more than possible that some of these clues are red herrings, with only one of them serving as the true Chekov’s gun. To make matters worse, the list of potential victims inThe White Lotuskeeps shifting, especially since the preview for the next episode suggests Greg could actually go after Saxon if it turns out he had sex with Chloe.
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The White Lotus is a television series that explores the interactions of guests and staff at an upscale tropical resort. Premiering in 2021, the narrative unfolds over a week, revealing underlying complexities and tensions among the resort’s seemingly ideal travelers and employees.
