Empire's finale was rushed, leaving loose ends and a confusing plot due to poor editing decisions by Fox. The show had the potential for a more satisfying conclusion, but a last-minute re-edit marred its legacy. Despite the disappointment, a spinoff centered around Cookie remains a possibility, as Taraji P. Henson's return to the franchise is still a fan wish.

After four years, I still can't believe how Fox handled the Empire series finale. At one point, the hip-hop drama towered above the competition on broadcast TV. It attracted guest stars like Courtney Love, Jennifer Hudson, Alicia Keys, and Snoop Dog. Even though Empire reached success, it ended up with a terrible climax due to various factors. Empire's final season aired during the 2019-2020 TV season, meaning it was cut short due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

I was stunned the network ended Empire with 18 of its 20-episode order. Instead of...