Presumed Innocent Finale Reveals Carolyn's True Killer

The season 1 finale of Apple TV+'s 'Presumed Innocent' delivers a surprising twist as Rusty Sabich (Jake Gyllenhaal) is acquitted of the murder of Carolyn Polhemus, but the true killer is revealed to be his daughter, Jaden (Chase Infiniti). After Rusty initially suspects his wife Barbara (Ruth Negga) of the crime, believing she killed Carolyn out of jealousy, the narrative shifts dramatically when Jaden confesses to the murder after confronting Carolyn about her affair with Rusty. This revelation subverts expectations, drawing on themes of family loyalty and betrayal, yet some reviewers question the satisfaction of such a contrived ending. The finale departs from the original novel and film, choosing a new murderer while maintaining the story's essence. Critics are divided on the effectiveness of the twist, with some appreciating the surprise while others find it lacking in emotional depth. Overall, the finale intertwines courtroom drama with personal tragedy, leaving the Sabich family in a precarious yet domestic situation after the shocking truth is unveiled.