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Spoiler alert! If you haven’t watched Sirens yet, turn back now—unless you want the plot lured to its doom like a sailor chasing a siren song.
SIRENS Netflix Ending Explained: Who Was the Real Siren?
Netflix’s Sirens isn’t just another slick limited series—it’s a mythological mind game wrapped in cult aesthetics, luxury, and power plays. With an eerie score that echoes The White Lotus and a modern retelling of Greek siren mythology, Sirens doesn’t shout its brilliance—it lures you in.
From the start, it promises mystery, but what it delivers is something more psychological: a dissection of power, identity, and the subtle ways we’re drawn into other people’s orbits. Let’s break down what the ending means, how it all connects, and whether Sirens is worth your weekend binge.
The Sirens: Who Are They, Really?
Greek sirens were mythological women who sang sailors to their doom. In this series, it’s easy to point fingers at Kiki and Simone as the literal sirens. They have the influence, the poise, and the seductive power over others. But by the time the credits roll, the show flips the script.
Simone, who began as an outsider infatuated with Kiki’s world, ends up in her exact position—married to Peter, rich, and standing atop the same metaphorical cliff Kiki once ruled. But is she the true siren now? Or was Peter always the puppeteer, orchestrating the women’s fates with contracts, wealth, and emotional manipulation?
Themes of Power, Influence, and Illusion
Kiki’s power isn’t raw force—it’s allure. She offers a lifestyle, a narrative, a set of “rules” that people willingly follow. As she says, “People will do anything when you’re Mrs. Kell if you just tell them the rules.” It’s not just about seduction—it’s about how others choose to be seduced.
Simone is proof. Her identity slowly erodes as she molds herself to fit into Kiki’s elite circle, terrified of returning to a life she escaped. Even Joseé, who resents her, quickly switches sides once she gains power. Power here isn’t inherited or earned—it’s performed.
Peter: The Real Siren?
In a twist, Sirens suggests that the real siren might not be a woman at all. Peter owns the wealth, controls the dynamics with prenups and promises, and manipulates every woman in his life—including Kiki, who herself became a siren-like figure out of fear of losing it all.
When Simone replaces Kiki at the top, it feels like a victory. But it’s bittersweet. We’ve seen this cycle before. Peter’s first wife, Joselyn, was discarded. Kiki had her rise and fall. Now it’s Simone’s turn. Power in Sirens is fleeting—unless you’re Peter, who seems to always remain at the center.
Final Scene Breakdown
That final shot of Simone on the cliff? It’s more than a nice visual. It echoes the myth of sirens luring men from cliffs—but this time, Simone has learned to wield the voice, the presence, the seduction. She’s no longer the innocent. She’s in the driver’s seat... for now.
It asks us: did she become Kiki, or did she surpass her? And how long until someone new takes her place?
Review: Is Sirens Worth Watching?
Honestly? It’s a bit of a mixed bag.
The story itself isn’t groundbreaking—it leans into cult dynamics, personal obsession, and sibling drama. But where Sirens shines is in its atmosphere, performances, and themes. It's slick, eerie, and occasionally brilliant in how it unpacks power and identity.
Standouts include:
- Millie Alcock (Simone) showing a level of depth and emotional range far beyond what we saw in House of the Dragon.
- Julianne Moore (Kiki) being utterly mesmerizing. She’s not outright evil, but there's something chilling about her presence that makes you uneasy.
- Megan Fahey (Devon) grounding the story. She’s the audience’s entry point—lost, confused, desperate to protect her sister from something she barely understands.
Add to that a haunting score full of vocal flourishes and dissonant piano, and Sirens creates an atmosphere that’s hard to shake—even if the plot stumbles now and then.
Land of Geek Rating: 7/10
Sirens is an intriguing and well-acted psychological drama with strong thematic undercurrents and a haunting atmosphere. While the plot can feel familiar and occasionally undercooked, the performances, visuals, and layered symbolism make it a worthy, if not essential, binge. It’s a slow burn with style—and just enough substance to make you think twice.
✅ Pros:
- Strong Performances: Millie Alcock, Julianne Moore, and Megan Fahey bring emotional depth and compelling complexity to their characters.
- Atmospheric Score: The eerie, White Lotus-style soundtrack enhances the tension and sense of mystery throughout.
- Modern Mythological Spin: Its reinterpretation of the siren myth into a psychological drama about power and seduction is fresh and thought-provoking.
- Visual Storytelling: From cliffside shots to eerie cult-like interiors, the series looks fantastic and carries strong visual metaphors.
- Compact Format: At just five episodes, it's easy to get through and doesn't overstay its welcome.
❌ Cons:
- Uneven Pacing: Some parts drag while others feel rushed, especially in character arcs like Peter’s.
- Predictable Plot Points: Much of the story treads familiar territory (cult behavior, identity loss, power shifts).
- Underdeveloped Secondary Characters: Some characters feel more like plot devices than fully fleshed-out individuals.
- Thematic Overload: Tries to juggle too many big ideas—power, identity, trauma, mythology—without always fully exploring them.
If you’re expecting another White Lotus or Sharp Objects, temper your expectations. Sirens isn’t quite as sharp or layered. But it’s a compelling, beautifully shot psychological fable that rewards those willing to look deeper.
You can treat it as a tale of sisterhood and cult survival. Or as a cautionary myth of power, performance, and the modern siren song: status.
It’s worth watching—for the performances, for the message, and maybe, for that slightly creepy feeling it leaves behind.
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