Rick and Morty Season 7: Fear No Mort Explained

The Poignant Ending of Rick and Morty Season 7

The finale of Rick and Morty season 7, episode 10, 'Fear No Mort,' provided a poignant and surprisingly deep ending for the anarchic show’s latest outing. This season brought significant changes, including the replacement of series star Justin Roiland as the voice of both title characters and the resolution of the most dramatic storyline ever in the middle of the season.

Morty and Rick enraptured by a display screen in Rick and Morty

The season finale offered an explanation for the choice to focus on lighter, standalone stories after a major event. Rick and Morty were introduced to The Hole, a strange space that allowed them to confront their greatest fears. By the end of season 7, the themes explored and through-lines of the outings were addressed with major setups for season 8.

Rick holding a tray of spaghetti in Rick and Morty season 7

Morty's Revelation in The Hole

The ending revealed that Morty was alone in The Hole all along, facing his deepest fear of being replaceable in Rick's eyes. This realization led to a significant character growth for Morty, as he concluded that he could be more independent and didn’t need to center his entire life around Rick. This twist explained why Rick never followed Morty into The Hole and highlighted Morty's newfound independence.

Mr. Poopybutthole sits on the floor drooling and clutching a bottle of booze while Beth looks on in Rick and Morty season 7

While Morty faced his fear, the real Rick's moment of humility and growth was showcased when he chose not to jump into The Hole. This decision clarified that Rick had learned to value his life as it is, marking a departure from his previous self-destructive tendencies.

Mr Poopybutthole lifting weights in Rick and Morty season 6

Implications for the Future of Rick and Morty

The season 7 finale set up a future in which the show’s heroes could go on solo adventures more often, indicating the possibility of more episodes focused on one character or the other. The dynamic between Rick and Morty has always been the driving force of the show, but Morty's newfound independence could result in more solo adventures for both characters in the upcoming season.

A photo of Mr Poopybutthole with his wife Amy and their son

The post-credits scene with Mr. Poopybutthole mirrored the character arcs of Rick and Morty, suggesting that the theme of facing fears and character growth will continue to be a central focus in the show. This finale changed the dynamics of Rick and Morty for good, paving the way for new and exciting developments in the upcoming season.

Mr. Poopybutthole proposes to Morty in Rick and Morty.