Succession, the wildly addictive HBO series, has gifted us with a treasure trove of simply unforgettable scenes. From jaw-dropping plot twists to darkly hilarious exchanges, these scenes have become the essence of Succession’s brilliance. This list contains the best of the best; the scenes that make this show an absolute must-watch.
Season 1
1. Board meeting – “Whose Side Are You On?” (Season 1, Episode 6)
One of the best episodes of the entire show comes just six episodes into Succession’s first season. Tensions are sky-high as Kendall races against time to join the vote of no confidence he planned with Frank, Gerri and Roman. Despite initially appearing to have the upper hand, Kendall’s plan unravels when he can’t fly back to New York after persuading board member Ilona to support him. The situation worsens as Logan refuses to leave the room during the vote, effectively pressuring Stewy, Lawrence, and Roman into changing their votes. Logan’s dominating presence and forcefulness become evident, making it easy to understand why Roman betrays Kendall so swiftly.
This scene clearly demonstrates that Kendall is no match for Logan as long as he is alive. Kendall’s devastated expression upon arriving at the meeting and realising his defeat foreshadows his inevitable downward spiral. The tension escalates as Logan immediately fires half of the board. Kendall’s fear of Logan’s abusive nature is also hinted at when he retreats from him during their heated confrontation, almost retreating into himself like a child. This scene showcases the immense power that Logan holds, with his mere presence shattering Kendall’s entire plan. When Logan is around, no one can compare.
