The CW and Netflix
This intriguing fan theory could change how ‘You’ enthusiasts perceive the show.
With an upcoming reboot of ‘Gossip Girl’ on HBO, some fans are speculating that we might not need it to understand what happened to the Upper East Side elite. Instead, they propose that Netflix’s hit series, ‘You’, serves as a direct sequel to ‘Gossip Girl’.
Connecting the Dots
Consider this: both series feature Penn Badgley. In ‘Gossip Girl’, he portrayed Dan Humphrey, the character who eventually turned out to be the infamous Gossip Girl, the blogger who spilled secrets about his peers. This role required Dan to engage in extensive stalking, which could have provided him with the necessary skills he later used to obsessively track Beck in ‘You’.
In addition, we see that Dan—now Joe Goldberg in ‘You’—is comfortable with reinventing himself. After he kills Beck, Joe flees to Los Angeles to evade Candace, who has taken on the role of stalker this time. He assumes a new identity with alarming ease, which raises the question: could this be a result of his previous experiences? After all, Dan transitioned from the Upper East Side to Brooklyn before adopting the identity of Joe Goldberg.
The Transformation Theory
So here’s the theory: Dan’s relationship with Serena fell apart, and while he wasn’t a serial killer at that point, he certainly exhibited some concerning behavior that led to their split. Desperate for a second chance at love, he reinvented himself in Brooklyn, where he met Candace. Though that relationship also failed, it helped him refine his skills. When he encountered Beck at the bookstore, he was primed for another attempt.
Unfortunately, as viewers of ‘You’ know too well, that endeavor didn’t go as planned either. So, Joe decided it was time for yet another makeover and fresh start, ultimately becoming Will Bittenheim in LA and pursuing Love Quinn. Thus, the narrative unfolds: Dan Humphrey transforms into Joe Goldberg, who then becomes Will Bittenheim. This theory posits that ‘You’ and ‘Gossip Girl’ exist within the same cinematic universe.
Striking Parallels
Many who binge-watched ‘You’ Season 2 have noted the striking parallels between Badgley’s two iconic roles. It’s a theory that simply makes too much sense to ignore. As we await the ‘Gossip Girl’ reboot, one can’t help but wonder how Joe Goldberg/Will Bittenheim fits into the broader narrative.
Further Reading
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Conclusion
In summary, the theory that ‘You’ serves as a sequel to ‘Gossip Girl’ is captivating and deserves attention, especially as fans eagerly await more content from both series.
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