April Apocalypse Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?

What Happens at the End of April Apocalypse?

Artie is pure bred trailer trash. He has zero ambition, is everyone's favorite punching back at school and bears the burden of his virginity in silence. And then April moves out of the state. She's his best friend and support since kindergarten and the love of his life. Three years later Artie finally has the courage to take to the road and go see April to tell her how he feels about her. One car-crash later Artie wakes up in the middle of the zombie apocalypse. But this time he's not going to hide. Artie's love for April doesn't give him wings, but does give him the courage to hack, slash, punch and kick himself a part towards the girl he loves. Time is of the essence, because that bite on his hand will make the difference between a French kiss and a bite out of April's brains.

Jarret Tarnol's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Reece Thompson (Artie)'s journey. He has zero ambition, is everyone's favorite punching back at school and bears the burden of his virginity in silence.

How Does Reece Thompson (Artie)'s Story End?

• Reece Thompson: Reece Thompson's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
• Rebekah Brandes (April): Rebekah Brandes's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
• Brent Tarnol (Stevenson): Brent Tarnol's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of April Apocalypse Mean?

The ending of April Apocalypse brings the narrative to a close, though viewer reception has been mixed. The resolution of Reece Thompson's story may not satisfy all audiences.