Ray Donovan
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A lot of The Dead is about clean-up from the violent chaos of last week.
As Mickey says, Once you done a thing, its done.
Its the only way they could possibly sleep at night.
But will Smitty be able to do the same?
It could be a classicRay Donovanconundrum in season seven choosing family or jail time.
They argue over whether or not Mick was ever there for him, and Ray hangs up.
Terry Donovan gets to Sandys House of Body Parts and is understandably rattled.
He might be right.
Ray has some scores to settle with Sam Winslow.
Remember, she put Bridgets life in jeopardy by releasing that audio.
How far will Ray go to get his form of justice?
He arrives at her condo and Sams new enforcer, Vinny, goes down to meet him.
The elevator door opens for Sam to find a bloody and knocked-out Vinny.
And Ray has gloves on.
Will Ray kill both of them?
Sam gives a speech about apologies and how tired Ray looks, offering him anything.
We dont know what happened to either Sam or Vinny … yet.
Meanwhile, Bridget and Smitty are getting married!
As Terry points out later, theyll never forget their anniversary.
The relationship between Terry and Bridget has always been one of the purest on the show.
Terry looks a bit rattled.
Its been a day.
While Smitty is becoming a Donovan, the clean-up continues around New York.
Mickey and Daryll are on a boat, disposing of evidence, and Ray gives Lena an address.
Hes going to let her get justice against the man who killed Justine, her girlfriend.
And Lena really does.
At the same time, Ray confronts the final power player, Mayor Ferrati.
His plan here is unclear.
Was he really thinking he could walk in and shoot the mayor on his bowling alley throne?
He gets past the first couple security guards, but three more get the drop on him.
Ferrati gives a speech not unlike Sams.
He can help keep Rays family safe, and he suggests they work together.
Could Ray become the Mayoral enforcer next year?
How does he avoid just becoming the monstrous cops that kidnapped his daughter if he does?
Anita Novak is done.
A few nice, believable Donovan family beats follow.
And Ray and his brother get to Aunt Sandys house in time for a full Donovan reunion!
Its been a long time since the whole clan was together, and it looks good for Ray.
Then Ray Donovan steps outside and gets a call from his doctor.
Its a wonderfully written epilogue to the season, implying that Ray is finally ready to change.
It starts to snow in New York, much like the passage that Mickey reads from James Joyce.
We see Ferrati celebrate his win as Anita Novak walks off into the New York night.
We see Lena go to the funeral home with her hands bloody from the rope that killed Justines murderer.
We see Vinnys dead body and even cut to Sams apartment, where shes hanging.
Sam Winslow is dead.
And theres a hint of a smile on Rays face as the camera pans to a toast.
Mickey Donovan is hesitant, but he raises his glass.
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like bring Alan Alda back next year.
And, if youre unfamiliar, Bright Eyes pennedthe song that Bridget sings at the table.
Dorsey is an MVP.
Hes always a strong character actor.
Thanks for reading all year.
See you for season seven.
