Will Iris and Mike end up together? 'Mayor of Kingstown' fans speculate as finale inches closer
LANSING, MICHIGAN: 'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3 is becoming increasingly intense as it approaches its finale. Mike McLusky (Jeremy Renner) continues to plan to restore order after a series of deaths wreak havoc in Kingstown.
Iris (Emma Laird) is secretly spying on Konstantin (Yorick van Wageningen) to pass valuable information to Mike, making her a crucial yet vulnerable asset in Mike's efforts to restore order in Kingstown.
As Iris delves deeper into Konstantin's world, the danger to her increases exponentially. Mike wants to protect Iris from any danger.
As the finale of 'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3 approaches, fans are on the edge of their seats, eagerly speculating about the fate of Mike and Iris.
Could Mike McLusky and Iris end up together in 'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3 finale?
In 'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3 Episode 9, when Iris arrived at Mike's place with alarming news that Milo Sunter (Aidan Gillen) might still be alive, Mike's response to Iris's distress showcased his growing concern and affection for her.
Upon hearing the news, Mike's first instinct was to ensure Iris's safety. He invited her to stay the night at his place. When Iris requested that he stay with her, Mike agreed, reassuring her that everything would be alright.
It seems that Mike and Iris genuinely care for each other. Iris's love is evident in the way she looks at Mike, but Mike appears to be confused about his feelings. It’s not clear whether Mike is in love with Iris.
She is prepared to betray even influential figures like Konstantin for Mike, putting everything on the line, including the risk of retaliation from Konstantin. If Konstantin discovers her betrayal, it could lead to severe repercussions, potentially even resulting in her death.
However, it seems Iris is solely focused on Mike and does not consider her own safety.
Despite her strong feelings for Mike, it seems that Mike does not reciprocate in the same way, as he frequently advises her to leave Kingstown. Given the current situation, it seems unlikely that Iris and Mike will end up together by the finale.
'Mayor of Kingstown' fans speculate about Mike and Iris's complex relationship
Fans have taken to Reddit to discuss the intricate dynamics of the relationship between Iris and Mike in 'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3.
Fans share their insights and predictions, frequently connecting their observations to broader narrative arcs to discuss what's happening between Iris and Mike.
A fan recently posted on Reddit with the title, "Am I the only one wondering when or if Mike and Iris will actually get together? Idk if that’s the plan but they are close and to me it makes sense."
This post sparked a lively discussion among fans, who took to the thread to share their thoughts and theories about the potential romantic relationship between Mike and Iris.
A fan wrote on Reddit, "Part of me wants them to get together and have this happy life where they save each other but I don't think that's realistic. I can see them sleeping together. Both wanting that feeling of safety. Of being lived and protected unconditionally. I think they both want that. Can they actually have it though? I'm not so sure." The fan continued, "I think they're both addicted to being alone surround by emotional walls that I'm not sure are ever coming down. So do I wonder about it? Yes. Would I like to see it? Yes. Do I think it'll happen? Probably not. You never know though. I can see it happening."
One fan commented on Reddit, "You're not wrong ! There is a growing consensus that Mike and Iris are on a collision course to eventually hook up, for all the right reasons. Two flawed, damaged people searching for emotional common ground. Quite the heart warming love story."
One fan speculated about 'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3 finale, suggesting that Iris might be brutally murdered. The fan wrote on Reddit, "In whatever the final season is, Iris will be brutally murdered and that will push Mike completely over the cliff into a rage and final destructive fury."
Another fan commented on Reddit, "I don’t believe they actually will get together. I feel like Mike genuinely cares about her, and with her past and history, I doubt he will also sleep with her because he has always acted as a protector towards her. He never agreed with what happened to her, and despite his issues, you can tell he REALLY has a lot of respect for the women in his life, including her."
A die-hard fan of the show wrote on Reddit, "Mike and Iris? Not going to happen. And if it does it won’t last long. Iris is the one that got away. She fits the profile and I mean she’s a little cuckoo with all her trauma. Stability is her nemesis." Another fan chimed in on Reddit, saying, "No no no no!!!! I don't ever want this to happen I swear to superman if it does I'll be so pissed! F**k no! Lol just don't say that."
One fan wrote on Reddit, "I actually don't want them to get together. Their platonic bond starting from when he rescued her from Duke and the ABs was honestly beautiful, and I think they work best as a friends/brother-sister relationship."
The fan continued, "At the same time, I absolutely believe Iris is in love with him, and I think that drives a lot of her actions in S3, as she also realizes that he will probably never view her as anything more than a close companion."
Another fan pointed out on Reddit, "I don’t see any romantic connection between them at all. He has a savior complex and wants to rescue her, hoping she will leave Kingstown and live a life he could have had if he had left, as he has tried to do. Besides, he’s very content with his relationship with Evelyn."
A fan commented on Reddit, "In season one Mike lamented to Iris about his dream of becoming a chef with his own place.
That scenario, down the line, with Iris at his side, would be a great way to complete their story."
To which another fan replied on Reddit, "I really like that idea. They both leave Kingstown she Mike becomes a chef and Iris finds a new path out of the world she's had to live in her entire life. Ok now I'm really hoping that happens!"
While rooting for Mike and Iris, another fan commented on Reddit, "What I don't like about the plot is how Mike wants her to just leave the city. I mean what does he think is going to happen next? I appreciate that he wants to help her but I don't think that's very smart. She only knows how to survive one way so what does he think she's going to do when she leaves and is homeless and needs to eat? Idk, I just don't like that."
The fan continued, "I hope they end up together. That there's no one left that wants to kill her and that they both can just be together. I don't think Iris needs a man to be happy and safe but Mike is the only man I think that truly made her feel that way. Iris probably does the same for Mike. Just kiss her Mike! Kill the Russians and give her a ring. Kill that f**k Constantine and just be with her!"
One fan commented on Reddit, "I don’t want them together not to mention she is half his age and more of a daughter actually!"
How to stream 'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3?
'Mayor of Kingstown' Season 3 Episodes 1-9 are currently available for streaming on Paramount+.
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