Let’s dive into the ending of Paramount+’s original series, School Spirits.

Let’s help explain the shocking ending forParamount+sSchool Spirits.

While everyone else she meets there remembers how they bit the dust, she doesn’t.

Peyton List in School Spirits

However, the reveal is not much happier.

So, while heartbreaking, it was not a fatal interaction for anyone.

While everyone else in the afterlife remembers their final moments, she does not.

Maddie’s Mom in School Spirits

Turns out there was a reason for that.

This left Maddie stuck in the afterlife, with Janet possessing the formers very much alive body.

But why did the whole situation happen in the first place?

Peyton List as Maddie Nears in School Spirits

This leads to the next topic at hand, Mr. Martin.

Turns out, he might not be as good as everyone thought.

Not only that, but it seems the story of his death might be fabricated.

Mr. Martin in School Spirits

Instead, something far more sinister may have taken place.

Everyone started to catch wind of something strange after Dawn departed, an event everyone in the afterlife felt.

Notably, the same never happened when Janet supposedly did.

Simon in School Spirits

Despite pleading from Maddie, theres nothing she can say to think otherwise.

Whats Next For Maddie Nears?

Thankfully, fans do not have to worry about whether or not the shows ending cliffhanger will be resolved.

Peyton List as Maddie Nears in School Spirits

But what will Season 2 have in store for fans?

Maddie is certainly in a complicated situation leaving Season 1, one that has no clear solution.

What exactly were he and Janet up to, and what is ‘thinning’?

How School Spirits' Twist Ending Sets Up Season 2

While fans wait for new episodes, Season 1 ofSchool Spiritscan be streamed on Paramount+ and Netflix.

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