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Reviewers and fans on platforms like Reddit and The Crimson often reacted to the episode's "peak absurdity" with a mix of humor and disbelief.

The third episode of Riverdale Season 4, titled is widely reviewed as a "peak insanity" episode that marks the long-awaited (and highly bizarre) end to The Farm cult storyline. Critical Consensus Riverdale 4x3

: The "Thistlehouse" storyline involves Cheryl hiding Jason's bloated corpse, which is discovered by Toni after a rat crawls out of it. This was cited as one of the show's more gruesome and "unhinged" creative choices. Ratings & Reception Rating / Verdict IMDb 6.8/10 (based on ~1.2k reviews) Den of Geek 3.5 / 5 Stars TV Fanatic 4 / 5 Stars Community Perspectives Reviewers and fans on platforms like Reddit and

: To distance herself from Hiram, Veronica officially changes her last name to Luna , her father’s original family name. Critics called this "savagery" and a definitive stand against her father's control. This was cited as one of the show's

: His transition to Stonewall Prep introduces Bret Weston Wallis, a "diplobrat" antagonist. Reviewers appreciated the "slowburn" psychological warfare established here, which sets the stage for the season's central mystery.

: The most discussed highlight was cult leader Edgar Evernever attempting to escape in a homemade rocket while wearing an Evel Knievel-inspired outfit. Critics found this "spectacularly odd" and "nonsensical," yet satisfying as a final conclusion to a lingering plot.

Reviewers generally viewed this episode as a fast-paced "guilty pleasure" that leans heavily into the show's signature camp and absurdity. Critics from TV Fanatic and Den of Geek noted that while the episode lacks common sense—specifically regarding teenagers defusing bombs with hairpins—it delivers the high-energy "roller coaster" drama fans expect. Key Plot Review Points