Okay, let's talk about the Gemstones. You know, the family you love to hate (and secretly kinda wanna be)? Specifically, how many times do we get to witness their glorious, messy lives? It's a question that plagues us all.
The Episode Breakdown: A Blessing or a Curse?
So, the burning question: How many episodes are there of The Righteous Gemstones? Let's break it down. It's simpler than deciphering Kelvin's wardrobe choices.
Season 1 gave us a taste with 9 episodes. Nine chances to see the Gemstones at their finest (or, let's be real, their most hilariously flawed). Pretty standard fare, right?
Then came Season 2, serving up another 9 episodes. More scandalous secrets, more questionable decisions, more laughs. Amen to that!
Season 3: The Current State of Salvation
And now, the season that everyone's buzzing about: Season 3. Buckle up, because it's also packing 9 episodes. Looks like HBO found a winning formula and stuck with it. 9 episodes per season is the sacred number.
Which means, if my calculations are correct (and they usually are, unless I'm distracted by a particularly shiny object), we're sitting pretty with a grand total of 27 episodes. That's 27 opportunities to cringe, cheer, and question everything you thought you knew about organized religion.
My Unpopular Opinion (Prepare Yourselves)
Okay, deep breaths. I have a confession. And it might be controversial. I think 9 episodes per season...is actually perfect.
Hear me out! Too many shows drag on and on, losing their spark somewhere around episode 15. They add filler. They lose focus. We end up wishing someone would just pull the plug.
The Righteous Gemstones avoids this trap. Nine episodes is the sweet spot. It's just enough time to get a juicy storyline rolling, throw in some insane plot twists, and leave us desperately wanting more. No fluff, just pure, concentrated Gemstone goodness.
Some might say it's not enough. They crave more Judy. More BJ. More of Eli Gemstone being the reluctant voice of reason. And I get it. I really do.
But think about it. Short and sweet leaves us wanting more and talking about it in between seasons. It keeps the show fresh and exciting and avoid being burned out.
Besides, haven't we learned anything from Baby Billy Freeman? A little bit of something good is better than a whole lot of something…well, you know. Don't be greedy, folks.
Looking Ahead: More Gemstones to Come?
Now, the million-dollar question: Will there be a Season 4? The answer, my friends, is shrouded in mystery. HBO hasn't officially announced anything yet.
But given the show's popularity and critical acclaim, it seems highly likely that we haven't seen the last of the Gemstones. The family has more stories to tell.
So, keep those fingers crossed and those prayers whispered (or shouted, if that's more your style). Because let's be honest, we all need a little more Righteous Gemstones in our lives. Even if it's only nine episodes at a time.
"He is risen... and renewed for a fourth season, hopefully!" - A Gemstones Fan (Probably)