Medium Series Finale: Allison and Joe’s Enduring Love

The final episode of CBS’s Medium, “Me Without You,” focuses on Allison and Joe Dubois’ enduring love. It begins with Joe’s shocking death in a plane crash. Seven years later, Allison, now working with the district attorney, investigates a complex case involving a Mexican drug cartel. After the DA’s murder, Allison takes over, guided by vivid dreams of Joe that suggest he might be alive and captive in Mexico.

Allison’s dreams intensify, convincing her the cartel leader has an amnesiac Joe hidden. This seemingly far-fetched storyline, with its classic amnesia trope, pushed the show’s fantastical boundaries. Believing Joe is alive, Allison sabotages the case to find him, questioning her priorities and commitment to justice.

A significant twist changes everything. Joe did die in the plane crash. The dream of him alive seven years later was a message from beyond, orchestrated by Joe to reassure Allison she could thrive without him. The cartel case and amnesiac Joe were constructs of Allison’s subconscious, influenced by Joe’s final message. This reframes the episode, validating the earlier unease and explaining the outlandish plot points.

The final moments show Allison 41 years after Joe’s death. Surrounded by family photos, an elderly Allison dies peacefully and is greeted by Joe in the afterlife. Was this a final dream, a comforting illusion, or a genuine reunion? Regardless, it powerfully demonstrates their enduring love and unwavering bond, a central theme throughout the series.

This ambiguous and emotional scene provided a fitting end to Medium‘s seven seasons. The series explored a unique family navigating life, love, and loss, anchored by Allison and Joe’s compelling relationship. The show also featured memorable performances from David Cubitt as Lee Scanlon, Sofia Vassilieva as Ariel Dubois, Maria Lark as Bridgette Dubois, and Madison and Miranda Carabello as Marie Dubois.