We knew this episode was coming.
We knew itd be emotional.
And overall, Id say it didnt disappoint.
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At least until Cheryl weighs in on the matter.
Meaning that she reads his corpse the newspaper every day?
As Archie collapses to the ground, its clear somethings gone terribly wrong.
Thats when another car came around a curve way too fast and struck Fred, killing him.
But FP assures him they will.
For now, Archie and his mom, Mary, have some decisions to make.
So, with that set, Archie joins his friends out back where everyone shares fond memories of Fred.
That night, Archie has a dream where his dead grandpa and all his dead relatives?
Im betting a hearse is the most popular ride in that town.
But first, he wants to ensure its his dad.
And its exactly where they said itd be … but so is someone else.
It seems shes the woman Fred saved in his final moments.
And it was Fred who pushed her out of the way of that car.
He saved my life, she tells Archi before asking if hed like to join in prayer.
The five of them hold hands as she recites the Lords Prayer.
More on that later.
Hes covering for his teenage son who doesnt even have a license.
And the way that dad is protecting his son?
Its what Fred wouldve done.
And heres where the episode will really get you.
But his spirit and his memory lives on, in this town, in everyone hes never met.
Fred Andrews will always be a part of Riverdale.
I love you so much dad.
All in all, it was a beautiful tribute to a beloved character and an even more beloved man.
Well done,Riverdale.
