David Castañeda Criticizes Umbrella Academy Finale

The final season of 'The Umbrella Academy' has sparked significant backlash from fans and cast members alike, particularly due to a controversial romantic plot twist involving characters Five and Lila. Actor David Castañeda, who plays Diego, expressed his frustration over the twist, stating, 'I was angry' and questioning its necessity during discussions with showrunner Steve Blackman. Fans have taken to social media to voice their disappointment, labeling the romance as 'completely unnecessary' and pointing out editing errors in the series. Additionally, beyond the narrative issues, some viewers have criticized the apparent drop in production quality, noting visible mistakes such as camera rigs left in scenes. The season's conclusion, which saw the characters choose to die for the sake of restoring the original timeline, further alienated the audience, who wished for a different outcome. The series, based on the comic by Gerard Way, is available for streaming on Netflix.