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Smoke Finale Exposes Arsonist's Shocking True Identity
15 Aug
Summary
- Smoke promoted as limited series, but finale hints at potential second season
- Character Dave revealed to have a different identity than actor Taron Egerton
- Interrogation scene shows Dave's startling realization about his true self

In the August 15, 2025 episode of the Apple TV+ series Smoke, the main character Dave, played by Taron Egerton, faced off with Michelle, portrayed by Jurnee Smollett, after he could no longer hide his identity as a serial arsonist. The two had a showdown that nearly turned deadly, but Michelle survived, and Dave was apprehended.
The finale ended with an interrogation scene, during which Dave still tried to deny his involvement in the fires. However, after some pushing from Michelle, he came to a startling realization. While viewers saw Dave as Egerton, the character's true reflection revealed a different identity, suggesting that Dave may not be as cool and appealing as he had believed.
This twist has left the door open for a potential second season of Smoke, which was originally promoted as a limited series. The show's creator, Dennis Lehane, has hinted that he has plans for the series to continue, and the futures of characters like Special Agent Dawn Hudson, played by Anna Chlumsky, and Ezra, portrayed by John Leguizamo, remain uncertain.