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TV Shows Accused of ‘Fridging’ Female Characters With Shocking Deaths
- Us Weekly links several series to the ‘fridging’ trope, arguing female deaths propel male storylines.
- Monica’s absence in Marshals is cited as the latest example drawing scrutiny from Yellowstone fans.
- Discussed shows include Secret Invasion, The Boys, Law & Order: SVU, Andor, and Breaking Bad.
- The piece traces the term ‘fridging’ to Gail Simone and notes its expansion beyond comics into TV drama.
- The article frames these plot choices as a broader debate about narrative necessity versus audience impact.
- The report references fan and critic backlash across several widely watched series.
- Examples cited span multiple networks, including NBC, Disney+, and Netflix.
- The piece names specific female characters who were killed or written out to advance male plots.
- The article mentions prior famous TV deaths as part of a historical context for the trope.
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