http://dir.salon.com/topics/series_season_finales_2006/?source=rss&aim=series_season_finales_2006 en-us Copyright 2007 Salon.com. Thu, 02 Apr 2009 10:04:00 PDT By Stephanie Zacharek Thu, 02 Apr 2009 10:04:00 PDT http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2009/04/02/life_mars/index.html?source=rss http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2009/04/02/life_mars/index.html?source=rss In its last episode, the charming (and canceled) cop show finally unlocks the secrets of our hero's past. But they're not what you might expect. By Mary Elizabeth Williams Thu, 02 Apr 2009 10:04:00 PDT http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2007/04/27/30_rock/index.html?source=rss http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2007/04/27/30_rock/index.html?source=rss The deliciously dysfunctional ensemble comedy's season-ender rushes to tie up loose ends. Don't leave us, Alec Baldwin! By Hillary Frey Thu, 02 Apr 2009 10:04:00 PDT http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/06/06/everwood/index.html?source=rss http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/06/06/everwood/index.html?source=rss Monday night's finale tied things up with a big red bow -- and gave viewers something to feel good about. By Heather Havrilesky Thu, 02 Apr 2009 10:04:00 PDT http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/06/05/sopranos_finale/index.html?source=rss http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/06/05/sopranos_finale/index.html?source=rss What exactly has happened to "The Sopranos"? And after two years of waiting, will we have any patience left when the final chapter airs in six more months? By Laura Miller Thu, 02 Apr 2009 10:04:00 PDT http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/06/05/big_love/index.html?source=rss http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/06/05/big_love/index.html?source=rss The series' thoughtful and entertaining first season comes to a stirring conclusion. By Heather Havrilesky Thu, 02 Apr 2009 10:04:00 PDT http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/25/lost/index.html?source=rss http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/25/lost/index.html?source=rss Mysterious clues, competing philosophies and tempers collide in a heart-stopping, unforgettable second-season finale. By Heather Havrilesky Thu, 02 Apr 2009 10:04:00 PDT http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/23/24/index.html?source=rss http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/23/24/index.html?source=rss Vengeful Jack takes matters into his own hands in the thrilling fifth season finale of "24." By Laura Miller Thu, 02 Apr 2009 10:04:00 PDT http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/23/alias/index.html?source=rss http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/23/alias/index.html?source=rss The final episode finishes things off with a satisfying crescendo -- and gives us what this show's been missing for years. By Heather Havrilesky Thu, 02 Apr 2009 10:04:00 PDT http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/22/desperate/index.html?source=rss http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/22/desperate/index.html?source=rss A second season's descent into weak plots, simpering idiots and scoundrels comes to an inconsequential end. By Heather Havrilesky Thu, 02 Apr 2009 10:04:00 PDT http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/19/the_oc/index.html?source=rss http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/19/the_oc/index.html?source=rss The big closer explodes into flames after a season of stupid plot tricks and Scooby-Doo villains. By Kerry Lauerman Thu, 02 Apr 2009 10:04:00 PDT http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/19/will_grace/index.html?source=rss http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/19/will_grace/index.html?source=rss After eight years, it was a drawn-out farewell. But the couple we'll really miss are Jack and Karen. By Laura Miller Thu, 02 Apr 2009 10:04:00 PDT http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/18/invasion/index.html?source=rss http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/18/invasion/index.html?source=rss A supremely creepy show that examined an American family under attack from without and within wraps up its season, and its short-lived run. By Joan Walsh Thu, 02 Apr 2009 10:04:00 PDT http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/18/antm/index.html?source=rss http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/18/antm/index.html?source=rss Vivid racial dynamics, prettier clothes and big, gross bugs -- the show is back! By Mary Elizabeth Williams Thu, 02 Apr 2009 10:04:00 PDT http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/17/scrubs/index.html?source=rss http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/17/scrubs/index.html?source=rss Tuesday's episode delivered a trademark barrage of taste-defying gags to a laugh-track-free beat -- and a surprise ending! By Laura Miller Thu, 02 Apr 2009 10:04:00 PDT http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/16/prison_break/index.html?source=rss http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/16/prison_break/index.html?source=rss After toying with us for months, this show's writers finally gave us a shamefully satisfying season ender. By Farhad Manjoo Thu, 02 Apr 2009 10:04:00 PDT http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/15/west_wing/index.html?source=rss http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/15/west_wing/index.html?source=rss As President Bartlet and his staff slip quietly out of our lives, we long for the days of Aaron Sorkin. By Scott Lamb Thu, 02 Apr 2009 10:04:00 PDT http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/12/office/index.html?source=rss http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/12/office/index.html?source=rss The Dunder Mifflin crew rolls the dice and gives us the high-stakes moment we've been waiting for. By Stephanie Zacharek Thu, 02 Apr 2009 10:04:00 PDT http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/10/veronica_mars/index.html?source=rss http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/10/veronica_mars/index.html?source=rss Oh, the suspense! This season ender left us glued to our couches and cursing the commercials. By Hillary Frey Thu, 02 Apr 2009 10:04:00 PDT http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/09/7th_heaven/index.html?source=rss http://www.salon.com/ent/tv/review/2006/05/09/7th_heaven/index.html?source=rss "Sexiest Woman Alive" Jessica Biel returned, dressed all prim; otherwise, this series finale was just cheesy business as usual.