Firefly Lane season 2, part 2: The Final Chapter premiered on Netflix on April 27, concluding the series with an emotional finale. Fans were eager to see if Kate Malarkey (Sarah Chalke) and Tully Hart (Katherine Heigl) repaired their friendship and what ultimately happened to Kate.
In the final episode, it is revealed that Kate succumbs to her illness. The finale focuses on Kate's final moments with her family, and her bond with Tully.
As the series draws to a close, the focus is on the bonds of friendship, the realities of illness, and the impact of love and memory. Kate spends her remaining time with her loved ones, creating memories and preparing them for life without her. She writes a book for her daughter Mara to preserve her memories and love.
What happens to Kate Malarkey in season 2 of Firefly Lane?
The penultimate episode concludes with a cliffhanger, featuring a healthy-looking Kate, making fans believe she is cancer-free. However, this is revealed to be an illusion in the final scene. In reality, Kate's cancer has progressed from soft lumps to hard tumors around her brain, leaving her with a short time to live.
The final episode begins at Kate’s hospital bed, where her loved ones gather for support. Her husband Johnny, daughter Mara, and best friend Tully are present, preparing themselves for the tragic reality of their situation. At this point there is nothing else being tried; all they can do now is make her comfortable while she prepares herself for death.
Kate and Tully's final moments together on Firefly Lane
The bond between Kate and Tully is the heart of the series. As Kate approaches the end, she and Tully recall their past, imagining themselves as carefree kids. They revisit memories of their childhood, recalling a time when they were small and free.
As Kate's health declines, her family remains her top priority on Firefly Lane. She tells Tully how she doesn’t want her little girl to be left motherless after she is gone and how proud she is of what Mara has become as a person growing up. In return, Tully, who is also struggling with her grief, offers support to Johnny and Mara once Kate is gone.
Kate's legacy and final goodbye on Firefly Lane
In her final days, Kate works on a book to preserve her memories and love for her daughter. Through this book, a part of herself will always be with Mara, allowing her to feel the depth of her mother’s affection. This book becomes a central figure that reminds them all about Kate's role in the family.
Kate's farewell on Firefly Lane is marked by touching moments with each of her loved ones. There is an emotional scene between Kate and his brother, where they make amends and express their love for one another. Finally, when together with Johnny and Mara, there are many expressions of affection mixed with sadness, as they know their time together is limited.
Firefly Lane concludes with a poignant ending. The series portrays Kate Malarkey's fight with her illness and her preparation for the end of her life. The final season finale captures the friendship between Tully and Kate, highlighting the depth of their love and legacy.