The Season 1 finale provides a satisfying conclusion to the central mystery while leaving the protagonist's future hanging in the balance. It is a grounded, somber conclusion that subverts the typical "detective gets away with it" trope, making for compelling and realistic television.
Episode 5 (Season 1 Finale) Original Air Date: May 8, 2019 Director: Lee Haven Jones Writer: Daragh Carville the bay s01e05 dvdfull
Lisa’s "dirty secret" regarding her connection to Sean and the deleted CCTV footage is finally discovered by her colleague, Med. This leads to a public confrontation where Jess Meredith banishes Lisa from the family’s presence, followed by Lisa’s formal suspension from duty after she confesses to DI Manning. The Season 1 finale provides a satisfying conclusion