Departures

"Departures" is the sixth episode and season finale of the first season of the American black comedy drama anthology television series The White Lotus. The episode was written and directed by series creator Mike White. It originally aired on HBO on August 15, 2021. The series follows the guests and employees of the fictional White Lotus resort chain. The season is set on Maui, and follows two couples, the Pattons and the Mossbachers, along with a woman named Tanya, as they each have different conflicts during their stay. In the episode, Armond faces a new problem, while Rachel takes a stand on her marriage. According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 0.850 million household viewers and gained a 0.2 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received critical acclaim, with critics praising White's directing, writing, performances, score and closure to the storylines. Plot On their last day at the White Lotus, Quinn (Fred Hechinger) tells his family that he plans to stay, intending to join the local paddlers. Mark (Steve Zahn) and Nicole (Connie Britton) decline his request, especially as his education will be in jeopardy.