The Apple TV+ crime thriller "Lucky" delivered a shocking twist in its fourth episode, "Too Close to See It," with the death of Cary Masterson, played by Drew Starkey. The pivotal moment occurred following an intense car chase involving Cary and his wife, Lucky, portrayed by Anya Taylor-Joy.
The Chase and the Climax
The episode saw Cary and Lucky on the run together after Cary apologized for their troubled past and revealed his plan to use a large sum of money to end his family's involvement in illicit activities. Their reunion was short-lived as the FBI intervened, forcing the couple to flee in Cary's blue Bronco.
Their escape was complicated by a pursuing helicopter, which Lucky managed to evade by stopping under a bridge. However, their temporary respite ended when Priscilla Masterson, Cary's mother played by Annette Bening, pulled up alongside them in a black SUV. Instead of surrendering, Cary and Lucky stole another vehicle, leading to a multi-car chase that soon attracted FBI involvement.
During the high-speed pursuit, Cary engaged in a gunfight with an FBI officer. A stray bullet struck the couple's vehicle, blowing out a tire and causing them to lose control. The Bronco flipped multiple times before coming to a stop. When Lucky awoke, Cary was bleeding from a bullet wound sustained during the chase, not the crash. He died in her arms as sirens approached.
Aftermath and Reactions
The FBI confirmed Cary's death upon their arrival. Priscilla, who had been following the chase, witnessed the paramedics covering her son's body. Overcome with grief, she was restrained by Dutch (Clifton Collins Jr.) to prevent her from rushing to the scene.
Annette Bening, who plays Priscilla, described her character's immediate reaction in the scene as one of shock, stating, "I don't think there's anything going through her mind." She also reflected on working with director Jet Wilkinson on the episode, praising her influence on the pivotal sequence. Bening emphasized that for such a well-written scene, she tries to act instinctively rather than overthinking.
Priscilla, a formidable mob boss, is also a mother, and her son's death is expected to have significant repercussions. The narrative suggests she will likely grapple with guilt and blame, given her role in the circumstances leading to his demise.
New episodes of "Lucky" premiere Wednesdays on Apple TV+.