The relationship between Taika Watiti’s Blackbeard and Rhy Darby’s Bonnet isn’t a cliffhanger to conclude the finale, but a fundamental part of the show’s narrative as both characters grow and accept who they are.

There is no sign of renewal just yet despite this being one of the most progressive mainstream comedies I’ve seen emerge in quite some time. My outward fascination with the swashbuckling romantic comedy began after seeing fanart from Molly Ostertag, only for the show’s fanbase to grow increasingly vocal as the first season came to an end and the relationship between Stede Bonnet and Captain Blackbeard took centre stage. I’m kicking myself for not watching Our Flag Means Death sooner.