Headless: A Sleepy Hollow Story | Episode 10: The Haunting of the Hollow

[@GoodMorningButch]

BROM AND MATILDA STAYING MARRIED, LIVING TOGETHER AND RAISING THEIR GHOST CHILD!!!!!

[@emmaraewilliams]

In the midst of everyone appreciating how enthusiastically Brom took to his new role as husband, I just want to point out that he became Verla's dad just as enthusiastically. When Verla appears at the end, Ichabod jumps, but Brom doesn't this time. He's gotten used to her. And "Where were you all night?" is just such a Dad line. I love Brom so much.

[@GinnyDi]

I'M SO PROUD OF YOU ALL and so incredibly grateful for the privilege of acting in this incredible production!! It's rare for a show to be so good at making me laugh and making me gasp - and even rarer for an independent web series like this to do what so many network shows can't even accomplish. Everyone involved with this production has worked so hard, and that shines through so brightly in the finished product! This is going to become a Halloween classic in my family without a doubt 🖤

[@ShipwreckedComedy]

We love you so much, and you made it so much better by being a part of it. ♥️

[@sineadpersaud4506]

❤❤❤

[@MrSoorajsurya]

Wow,so many D&D related actors !!! This is amazing ! Matt Mercer Felicia Day Ginny Di

[@8114梦见]

You were amazing in this, especially in this last ep ;)

[@ParticleZon]

@@MrSoorajsurya You missed Krystina Arielle. She cracked me up and to me her character had just a touch of "Bob". 🖤💀

[@tamaramendelson1634]

You know I was sad about Knickerbocker being killed initially, but honestly being a ghost suits him extremely well

[@jppreto99]

You better have a sequel in the works, because THAT ending... WOW. Can't wait for the next project you guys make!

[@beatricefox937]

( Major spoiler warning) Got to quickly add another comment- I really admire the detail of Matilda's costuming after Kat's death. She hasn't entirely lost her goth and still wears a dark shirt- but now she also wears vibrant colours (the orange trousers) and a white flower, presumably from Kat's bouquet. I take this to mean that she carries the memory of Kat with her, the memory of Kat as she once was, innocent and perhaps unsullied by the events of the autumn gala. Matilda is no longer completely shrouded by the metaphorical darkness of the guilt of her actions and that is embodied by this change. Furthermore, in this episode Matilda's hair is mostly drawn in front of her face, thus making her appear more diminutive and also shielding her true identity. In the penultimate scene however, her hair is pulled back therefore allowing us as the audience to see her clearly when not in Kat's shadow. Sorry for the rant lol, I just really like English literature

[@sineadpersaud4506]

SO happy you noticed the costuming :) It was all on purpose!

[@jali_qwerty]

@@sineadpersaud4506 just when I thought I couldn't appreciate this episode anymore than I already do. Impeccable!

[@allieasay8384]

"You're a monster. You're like Lord Farquad, but worse." In credible

[@Caroline28483]

Mary Kate Wiles, Mary Kate Wiles. What else can I say but Mary Kate Wiles? **spoilers for the episode under the cut, as well as a ton of appreciation for Mary Kate's acting chops** I knew she had range but oh my god she was great here. I've never seen her go full bad guy but now I want her to play a villain in everything. Going back to rewatch past episodes knowing this has been Kat's end goal reframes everything. The foreshadowing, the immediate acceptance of the horseman being real because she's dead and knows it's possible, the subtle manipulation of Ichabod, injecting how much she misses her mom into every conversation to make herself seem more sympathetic. All of that combined with the roles we've already seen MK play- the impossibly sweet Annabel Lee, irresponsible but loving Lydia, even her role most similar to Kat pre-reveal as the tough, cool-girl with a tragic past Tatiana- they're all good people and part of us, consciously or otherwise, expects Kat to be that way. Even after the reveal that she was dead with all of the terrible things we know her father does, I still strongly believed she was a victim in all of this and had no idea she was dead. It never even crossed my mind that Kat could be a villain until the reveal and the script flips everything you believed about her onto its head. And how perfectly acted is Kat post-reveal? - The nonchalance of "He _has_ been locked in our guest bedroom for the past year." As if the immorality of this doesn't even cross her mind. - The difference in her body language now that she's not putting on a show for Ichabod or the townspeople. - The brief sense that she might just be doing this out of desperation and you can sympathize as she explains that she literally does have to do this to survive, and then that's immediately shut down with the eye roll and deadpan "again." Zero remorse there and I love it. - I get chills as she says "the perfect candidate walked into [her] life" because this was HER CHOICE. This isn't her following her dad blindly or unwillingly, she's not cursed or coerced by anyone. She's systematically assessing everyone she knows to find the best person to drain. - THE EYEROLL RIGHT BEFORE SHE STABS OLDSTYLE OH MY GOODNESS. She doesn't care AT ALL. And the 'well, _duh'_ tone of her voice when she says "no loose ends" is p e r f e c t - The subtle change back to the dreamy, hopeful Kat voice when she says "And you wouldn't want me to die, would you, Ichabod?" before she slips right back into her lower evil voice. Mary Kate, you're incredible. - The _poison_ in her voice (pun intended) when Kat tells Ichabod to get on the alter - And then right after that, the little bit of vulnerability peeking through. The fear slowly reaches Kat's face while she tries to keep control of the situation and asks Matlida why she's waiting. Even more fear in her demand to start the spell. It's so perfectly acted - And that last, final scream. Chilling. Conclusion: Someone, somewhere, give Mary Kate an award for this role. Kat had me fooled all along and Mary Kate nailed her dark side here. Headless was fantastic and everyone involved should be very proud.

[@lyrtilseiya]

Exactly! You worded this better than I ever could. It never even crossed my mind that Kat was shady. Headless uses tropes and even reused troped from other series we saw these actors in (Edgar Allan Poe's Murder Mystery Party in particular), so of course Sean = the awkward MC, Sinead = the snarky sidekick, MK = the MC's love interest who's also a victim. I'm really impressed with how the Persauds flipped these assigned roles going against us viewers' expectations.

[@mineola_]

Very well put!

[@cafesandwednesdays]

I’ve watched this an “I don’t wanna talk about it” amount of times

[@pcwkid76]

And who was behind that door? You guessed it: Edgar Allen Poe.

[@paulkomoroski]

Love that theory!

[@quinleyadventureawaits]

I LOVED the finale. I agree with everyone I love that Brom and Matilda decided to stay married, they look like a happy family. :)

[@quinleyadventureawaits]

I'm just catching up on Headless but the line "No one here has committed any crimes." made me crack up, given the previous episodes. 😆

[@swampghost835]

i love brom and matilda with everything i have. sooooo intrigued by that ending-i love you guys at shipwrecked, please never stop making your awesome stuff!! also, during henrietta’s exit i kept waiting for a “peace out bitches 🖖” even though i knew it wouldn’t happen 😂

[@emkaysmiles]

I’ll be listening to the Bard’s climactic song over and over for the rest of my life

[@sineadpersaud4506]

Same. Shivers every time

[@LaWonsie]

Soooo... How much did Diedrich know in the beginning of the story, about Kat and all? How omniscient is he as a bard? I love his involvement in the story and this strange inbetween state he occupies between omniscient narrator and being one of the characters. I love that the characters actually hear his songs and not just the audience. He still reminds me of Allan-a-Dale in the 1970s animated Robin Hood movie. The lute playing rooster bard. He has always been one of my favorite characters. So is Diedrich in Headless. Compliments to Jon Cozart, delivering a perfect performance. All the cast is incredible really... I'll stop ranting here. Might have to write another rewatch-comment for that.

[@ColeJ_23]

So many things to point out, but I’ll go for Brom and the Babes. Brom is just iconic, and ‘You have the right to remain totally owned!’ is one of the greatest quotes of all time.

[@krystinaarielletigner]

I've listened to the Bard song three times today. And I'll do it again!

[@miritskeen]

ive been obsessed since i first discovered poe party and its SUCH a joy to see the INSANE stuff you keep putting out!! such a brilliantly well crafted and interesting story, an all-star cast, absolutely hilarious and heartbreaking writing and stellar direction!! congrats to everyone involved!!!

[@leeblock9573]

I CANNOT BELIEVE you guys got Tucker's brother!

[@8114梦见]

3:01 Brom’s “WIFE??” I just can’t 😂

[@itamarolmert3549]

Jon Cozart is the best thing that could've happened to this series

[@taliasmarchen912]

Watching the first episode I assumed that the bard was a ghost or a figment of Ichabods imagination, but when other characters interacted with him I was a little disapointed that he was a real person. Now being a ghost it suits him so well. How about a crossover? Him and Lenore would totally be besties.

[@lizkasper]

Oh my gosh YES.

[@firewoodloki]

Still can't quite believe the whole series is free to watch!!! AMAZING!!!!

[@omt28]

not the bard on bard crime

[@complicateditis]

This was all kinds of awesome! Thank you Shipwrecked!

[@abigailrose5968]

Thank you so much Shipwrecked for creating this phenomenal series! I don't think I've ever commented on a video before (usually too shy!) but I just had to here. The writing, acting, music, editing, everything... so incredible and deserves so much attention and many awards! It made me feel so many things (the whole reveal sequence in this episode - chills!) - I wish I could press the 'like' button 100 times. Thank you for putting countless hours, hard work and passion in to make something that brings so much joy into the world. I hope you know how much it means to so many of us

[@ShipwreckedComedy]

Thank you for this lovely comment and for watching our show! It means so very much to us that you enjoyed it so much!

[@abigailrose5968]

@@ShipwreckedComedy 😊🙏

[@laraprelac]

I love that Felicia Day, who played Charlie in Supernatural, was a part of yet another supernatual project!

[@elizabetht.2957]

Another comment months later, because I keep thinking about how I neglected to mention yet another editing detail I didn't comment on before (though there are obviously SO MANY GREAT DETAILS, GEEZ). But I just love how the recap at the beginning of the episode begins with a moment of quiet. The recap could have unceremoniously jumped straight into it--but instead, it paused. And I remember when I watched this for the first time, that pause, that inhale, signaled to me, "Take a deep breath. Hang on. Take a moment to collect yourself. Things are about to get crazy in here. But let's give one last goodbye to how the world used to be so simple--...and now, let's begin." Just. Wonderful choice. Thank you again.

[@lindacalderone3162]

We have to find him before his teeth shift...hysterical. And then Felicia Day ♡♡♡ This was such an awesome series. Great job!!

[@paulkomoroski]

"Very proud of you." Everyone who worked on this amazing show!

[@paulkomoroski]

"Wait, wait, wait. Let him finish."

[@whatlenalikes1674]

this ending was absolutely NUTS, i had no idea of the twists and turns this story would take! as usual, shipwrecked has absolutely outdone themselves. it’s funny, heartfelt, literary, and smart. i just love you guys so much. gonna watch this whole thing again the minute i have time. side note (spoiler warning): can mk survive at least ONE shipwrecked series? 😂

[@teeniespeech9455]

I'm in LOVE with this retelling. I've told all my fellow Sunnysiders (those of us who work/worked at Irving's home) to watch this series. It was so good. All of you were amazing. Dear Uncle Wash would have loved it. 😍

[@ShipwreckedComedy]

Ah! This comment is so special. We hope to visit someday! So happy you liked it!

[@sineadpersaud4506]

❤

[@MartyBoBlue]

did not realize i was THAT emotionally invested in the bard... i screamed ;--;

[@arloga205]

Rewatching episode 1 after the reveals this episode, the subtle hints and references were so well-placed (e.g. The wind flowing during Kat's first appearance, Kat's suspicious nature and eyebrow race when saying that the last science teacher disappeared under mysterious circumstances, Kat "disappearing" after talking to Ichabod mimicking tropes for ghosts, Kat warning Ichabod of poison after the wine color change, and Brom supposedly knowing every haunted story in the town).

[@jessicat7193]

Me looking at the Boo-tique sign: oh Brom DEFINITELY goes by Brom Bishop now

[@sineadpersaud4506]

absolutely

[@Thatsclassicaly]

The new bard guy looks like Robin Williams when he yells ❤️

[@9Circlegames]

Whelp, feeling very justified in adoring Mathilda and Judy this whole time.

[@sk70091]

Oh wow, seeing Felicia Day made me let out a totally involuntary delighted scream, which made my poor old dad climb upstairs to ask if something was wrong. Anyway, this was so good and I need more of this!

[@sarabdara]

I read this comment before she came on screen and still also shrieked

[@dreadnoughtdreamer]

this was an incredible finale! also the extended theme is a thing of beauty ❤ this series is really well written and executed, i loved every minute of it ^^ another season would make me happy, but also it works great as it is :)

[@behindtheemask7004]

That was so good! I know from MK's insta posts that so much blood, sweat and tears were poured into this project and the cast and crew really delivered! Fantastic job everyone :)

[@visoraunt]

what a final HEADcount (I have no shame)

[@ElianaIsNotOkay]

the way I put off watching this episode because, as desperate as I was to find out what happens, I DIDN’T WANT IT TO END!!

[@hannahcardall]

“Thanks dad”! I’m screaming

[@lukacunningham342]

I like how much of a character Diedrich has turned into than just the narrator!

[@thelivingautomaton]

damn! DAMN! what a delight

[@elizabetht.2957]

Another comment a couple days later, because I want to give a shoutout to these lines, which have been on-and-off haunting me for days because of just how SUPERBLY the actors delivered them, oh MAN: Ichabod: "Kat, whatever this is, you don't have to do it." Kat: "Thank you, Ichabod." and "What an odd bedtime story to request." Diedrich: "Matilda felt guilty, but this was her friend. And a life without her was too bleak to comprehend." Matilda: "She was my best friend, and I thought I could save her without hurting anyone else." and "...I know." Also wanted to note, that Ichabod names his new bike (bought with a Devlyn coupon!) Gunpowder brought me such an unexpected amount of joy. =D

[@pencilhb13]

What an incredible series through and through! Thank you to everyone at Shipwrecked, all the actors, all the team behind the camera (and THAT MUSIC THOUGH!!) for creating yet another incredible piece. The fact that this is higher quality than most shows on big networks is baffling in the best way, and you guys deserve every accolade and award out there. Just a million bravos and a billion thank yous for sharing this story with all of us! 🖤🖤🖤

[@erinfagan7752]

That was SUCH a good finale for an already incredible show. And what a plot twist! Now I need to start the rewatch to pick up on all the little foreshadowing moments

[@emptymorgue]

this was incredible!!! i loved it so much, im sharing it with everyone i know

[@paulkomoroski]

"I'm really hungry."

[@mrswats]

This series was so good I am so sad it's over 😭 Enjoyed it very very much!

[@ghostparade1331]

I can’t believe you got Felicia Freakin’ Day 😍😍😍

[@leonna1947]

I'll be right back I'm just gonna rewatch all episodes to study kat in incredible detail. This was definitely not what I expected

[@Grencle]

ah, absolutely lovely!!!!

[@Storming_edits]

YOU DID NOT JUST END IT LIKE THAT IM GONNA-

[@jamessirot854]

Placing bets at who was at the door: I say Kat. Verla said she was rasing the dead and Matilda said good girl.

[@theburningflame4975]

I also think it was Kat, but as the woman in white. I reckon Verla is actively choosing who to raise and I doubt she'd choose Kat since Kat's probably very angry at Matilda for her final choice.

[@jamessirot854]

@@theburningflame4975 Good point

[@Niburu9000]

I had a lot of fun with this series! Thank you for putting together such a fantastic adventure to share!

[@duckman2443]

Loved this from start to finish. Thanks to all who participated .

[@ShipwreckedComedy]

Thank you for watching!

[@LadyShinga]

Thank y'all for doing such an amazing job bringing something so fun to life

[@webby9044]

I'm probably not going to make the premiere tomorrow but I just want to say headless is probably the greatest thing I've ever seen and it's a really comforting show and just thank you so much for not only pouring your heart and soul into but for putting it out for everyone to see for free it's really amazing thank you shipwrecked

[@sineadpersaud4506]

❤❤❤

[@spersaud]

🥰

[@Emthe30something]

This Was So Well Crafted.

[@headlesspiper936]

That was amazing performance make sure you make another headless series part 2 that was amazing

[@spersaud]

This was incredible, can't wait for next week's episode!

[@joanbernsten3960]

You're gonna make me cry, stop it!

[@paulkomoroski]

LOL! 🙂

[@thesavingsorceress]

Wow, this was incredible! I’m endlessly impressed by the range Mary Kate has. Headless will definitely become a Halloween classic I’ll watch again and again! I desperately yearn for a sequel. Happy Halloween! 🎃 *edited to remove any potential spoilers. I don’t want to mess up anyone’s experience with this amazing story!

[@lukehaynes1810]

I know I'm a little late, but gosh this was so good! So great to see it all tie together, and that secret cameo at the end? Such a cherry on top! Amazing ending to an amazing show!

[@sophiekinch-lake]

This was an incredible ride. I made a helluva noise when Felicia Day appeared. Such a great ending to such a perfect show!

[@theatrecrazy07]

God this was glorious! I loved every minute of it and everything wrapped up so well. Brom and Matilda opening a shop was so cute! “What an odd bedtime story to request,” “I’m a ghost now,” and “You’re a monster. You’re like Lord Farquad” had me laughing out loud. The partnership between Brom and Ichabod was fantastic and I loved seeing it develop. MK as Kat was truly wonderful especially in this episode. I did gasp when seeing Felicia Day! What a wonderful end to this series and I can’t wait to see what else you guys cook up in the future!

[@pulloutking]

this was AMAZING. i didn't expect my dnd and musicals fandom to collide like that. and Felicia Day as the Henrietta the founder just felt so right

[@overcaststeve]

What a great show! The finale was particularly gripping. I discovered Headless through Ginny Di and am looking forward to backing Shipwrecked's next Kickstarter.

[@jacobrengen]

Wait let ‘‘em finish gosh darn it Brahm😂

[@ViiviPyy]

Genuinely started crying when the credits rolled, this was so good and magical, I'm struggling to put all my feelings into words 💖💖

[@MannyBoy96]

You're so right, this was incredible.

[@ViiviPyy]

@@MannyBoy96 Manny knows ✊😭💖

[@januzzell8631]

SO GOOD! Thank you

[@1Lanavis1]

Honestly, Kat deserved it. What kind of person steals a stranger's drink due to being upset at their dad? If she has just not assumed people's things, including bodies/life force, belonged to her maybe she could have had a happy end

[@JadeEliot]

Honestly, good for Douffe 😍

[@Tara-te5cv]

Brom @ 3:01 A+ delivery💀

[@fantasyfiction101]

This is probably one of the best KZbin productions I’ve seen. I’m really surprised you guys aren’t famous yet. I’m hoping he saw Kat as a ghost at the end there.

[@muskanchoradia]

Thought so too, it's gotta be Kat!

[@simoneneedles5820]

love this whole series. such a delight.

[@ceilidancr]

I gasped out loud in delight when Ichabod said he named his bike Gunpowder. The love for Washington Irving’s work shines through even as you guys have made a wholly original and vibrant new story around his story, and I love that so much about Shipwrecked. I’m kicking myself for never even considering before now that Rip Van Winkle would be in an enchanted sleep somewhere! Of course! Brilliant. Thanks for a spooktacular good time these past few weeks! 🎃happy Halloween!

[@pavarottiaardvark3431]

The only flaw with this epic final episode is that it's too late for anyone to make "Kat with Sword" Halloween costumes

[@mineola_]

This was so good! Everything about it was amazing! It judt makes me happy.

[@shaynannigans]

I can't wait to see what you do next! Great work by everyone and I hope lots more people see this beautiful show you have poured so much time and love into!

[@bettyreads222]

ah this was so good and totally squealed at the person playing headless! mk did such a great job as kat and matilda had me feeling those feels, brom always with the giggles, jon being the bard is always the best even to the very ghosty end haha and sean does such a good job anchoring the show. great job cast and crew!

[@mrsmolloy]

Rewatched the whole series last night in anticipation. Golly! What an amazing feat of craftsmanship. Big studios wish they had even a smidgen of Shipwrecked's humor, heart, and production value. Gosh, what a talented group! I will never get over how beautiful this was. Every shot, every song, every acting choice, it was all perfection. I'll admit I cried a little at the credits. Tears of sadness that my first (but never last!) viewing is complete AND tears of joy for the team at Shipwrecked, you have so much to be proud of here.

[@jaynaneeya]

I thought I was prepared for anything, but I NEVER in a MILLION YEARS would have imagined I'd see a SHREK REFERENCE in a PERSAUD SCRIPT?!?!?! (Sorry I have way too many feelings that I don't know how to process to leave a more serious comment than this)

[@sineadpersaud4506]

we love to shock

[@christycox9882]

Why am I crying?? I’m so proud of how far you guys I have come, I’ve been watching since the beginning. This was amazing and I can’t wait for what comes next.

[@Alverya]

Omg. felicia day! Such a bonus!

[@HburgEagle44]

holy.... holy shit. i was covering my face and also screaming through most of this finale. (side note, felicia fucking day????? what!!!!!!!) incredible, amazing, outstanding work, everyone.

[@paulkomoroski]

"Feels good to remember."

[@LaWonsie]

I feel like every rewatch makes me want to write another comment... Damn, rewatching the whole thing is so worth it. This episode alone... I love that moment when Ichabod realizes what Kat is up to... heartbreaking, yes, but makes for a gorgeous scene. Compliments to everyone. Seriously. I love this episode so much.

[@viktoria5403]

Absolutely amazing! Others are better in putting it in words.I'll stick to: love it! love it! love it!

[@magicalnarwhal2]

THROWS EVERY AWARD AT YOU GUYS.

[@Kai-Xi]

Does Ichabod need to change his name now that Glory is no longer absent? :P

[@transientdaydreams]

This is fantastically written and wonderfully acted. (I know a lot less about music, costuming, etc., but those all seem great to me, too!) I binged all of this today, despite intending to pace myself, and I'm definitely about to recommend it to everyone I know who likes this genre (and also everyone I know who usually doesn't, lol). I love how there are so many gasp-worthy moments, and yet nothing really came out of left field... In hindsight, the seeds were always planted beforehand. Excellently done, and thanks for sharing this story with us. Also, the captions are a delight and everyone should watch with them on.

[@ShallieDragon]

This was amazing! What a fun, interesting, and hilarious story! Can't wait to see what projects you come up with next!

[@ScottBaker_]

No spoilers, but I loved the 2 new cast in this episode. Besides loving the series, that made my day.

[@JoanneHaagenson]

Felicia Day, Holy hell!!!

[@redsands1001]

Oh no the bard

[@untappedinkwell]

that was SO GOOD. The science! the incredible acting! The beautiful way this was crafted--I get why MK has been screaming from the rooftops about it. wow!!!!

[@jahughes478]

This is so freaking good. I can't understand how it's not gone mega viral.