Netflix’s new limited series, Penelope, has an unexpected ending that left viewers surprised.

Netflix’sPenelopeends with a shocking discovery for the titular character, making viewers reflect on her journey into the wilderness.

Penelope’s Plot Explained: What Happened to Her?

Megan Stott as Penelope

These three people unlock something inside Penelope.

Helena reaffirms her love for nature.

InPenelopeEpisode 8, the combined effects of winter and suffering injuries push the young girl to the brink.

Megan Stott as Penelope in Penelope Episode 8

She decides to walk to the forest’s edge and seek help but loses consciousness.

The screen then cuts to black.

The question on everyone’s minds is whether Penelope’s parents were already dead even before she ran away.

Megan Stott as Penelope in Penelope Episode 8

This would also explain why viewers can only see her parents via flashbacks or visions.

However, there was a scene in Episode 1 where Penelope seems to be texting with her mother.

Still, there is a chance that this could all be happening in her head.

Penelope’s parents in Penelope Episode 8

All episodes ofPenelopeare streaming on Netflix.

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