I have not posted on here before, but I’ve just had this thought for the last few weeks with killer dinner that I wanted to get out. And there was something mentioned it this last episode of ghost kitchen that really solidified this for me, but who knows, maybe it doesn’t make sense. Just keep in mind this thought might be half baked.
So the main complaint the season has been the fact that production has come in and has added quite a few twists and given the guests a strong advantage. I personally didn’t mind the twist every now and then, but Jared coming back and kwesi and Jared confirming each other as guests were definitely a bit too much for me.
Now from a production standpoint, I completely understand why they did this and Jonny even mentions it in GK. If they had kept going like they were, there was not going to be enough content for 3 more episodes.
What I’m wondering is if maybe KD would benefit from a 6 episode season instead of 8 episodes?
Obviously we all LOVE this show! I had a blast with this season, but I could see that as a possible solution to some of the production complaints. Either that or adding 2 more guests so that the extra people can create more content and drama among themselves without production stepping in.
One of my favorite parts this season was Marissa getting blindsided and that happened because of the people within the game playing and trying to win.
I also feel like the fact we had a 3 episode gap without a NEW kill Not counting Jared indicates that some sort of structural change may benefit the show—both KD and GK honestly.
Those are my potential solutions. I know we don’t necessarily want less of the show that we all like, but I do think it could be help after the few missteps this season (which overall I really enjoyed). Just my thoughts on the matter, but I’m sure the team will be working hard to make next season even better.
TL;DR I think the show would benefit from either a 6 episode season with 10 guests or an 8 episode season with 12 guests