The Netflix psychological thriller The Beast in Me concludes with a tense finale that reveals the dark secrets of both its main characters. The series follows writer Aggie Wiggs, played by Claire Danes, as her investigation into her mysterious neighbor, real estate mogul Nile Jarvis (Matthew Rhys), forces her to confront a painful truth about her own past. The ending ties together the mysterious disappearance of Nile’s first wife, the death of Aggie’s son, and the dangerous game between a suspected killer and the author determined to expose him.
How Nile Jarvis Was Finally Caught
In the final episodes, Aggie’s investigation confirms that Nile did murder his first wife, Madison, after discovering she was working as an FBI informant. He killed her with a sculpture and hid her body in a landfill. He also murdered FBI Agent Brian Abbot when his investigation got too close. Furthermore, Nile was responsible for the disappearance of Teddy Fenig, the man involved in the car accident that killed Aggie’s son, Cooper. Nile kidnapped and killed Teddy, seeing it as a way to connect with Aggie’s hatred for the man.
After Aggie is framed for Teddy’s murder, she is arrested. With no other options, she reaches out to Nile’s current wife, Nina (Brittany Snow), and pleads with her to uncover the truth. Nina, who had been unaware of her husband’s crimes, decides to confront him. In a pivotal scene, she secretly records a conversation where Nile confesses to killing both Madison and Teddy.
Nina had tricked Nile into feeling secure, as she had secretly recorded his confession on her phone leading to his arrest by the police.
This recorded confession is given to the police, clearing Aggie’s name and leading to Nile’s arrest. His uncle, Rick, who had helped cover up the crimes for years, also decided to cooperate with the authorities, providing enough evidence to ensure a conviction. Nile was found guilty and received three consecutive life sentences.
The Fate of the Jarvis Family
The fallout from Nile’s crimes devastated his family. His father, Martin (Jonathan Banks), was a self-made man who had always protected his son. Upon learning that Nile had committed another murder, Martin suffered a devastating stroke.
In a tragic turn, Martin’s brother, Rick, made a difficult decision. Seeing that Martin would not recover and wanting to spare him the pain of watching his family’s legacy be destroyed by Nile’s trial and conviction, Rick ended his brother’s life in the hospital. This act was portrayed as a mercy killing.
Even in prison, Nile showed no remorse. Aggie continued to visit him, still drawn to his story for her book. To ensure Nile faced ultimate justice, his uncle Rick arranged for prison contacts to kill him. Nile was killed in his cell, bringing his story to a violent end.
The series concludes with Nina, who was pregnant with Nile’s child, having given birth. In the final moments, she is seen looking at her newborn son with a flicker of fear, wondering if he would inherit his father’s dangerous nature.
Aggie Wiggs’s Personal Truth
Aggie’s journey throughout the series was not just about exposing Nile, but also about facing her own guilt. Flashbacks revealed that she was partially responsible for her own son’s death in the car accident, as she was not paying full attention to the road. This was a burden she had carried, instead directing all her anger toward Teddy Fenig.
Her dangerous obsession with Nile Jarvis forced her to finally acknowledge her own role in the tragedy. This admission was a crucial step in her process of grieving and accountability. By the end, she achieves a painful but necessary closure, allowing her to move forward with her life.
How the Ending Came Together
The finale successfully wrapped up the major plot points. Nina’s betrayal was a key moment, showing her moral courage in turning against her husband despite the personal cost. The recording of Nile’s confession was the direct piece of evidence that the investigation had been missing.
The show also explores the theme of nature versus nurture through Nina’s concern for her child. However, the ending suggests that a child’s future is not solely determined by genetics, but by the environment and care they receive.
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