Thermae Romae II Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for Thermae Romae II.
Thermae Romae II Ending Explained: In ancient Rome, bathhouse architect Lucius (Hiroshi Abe) becomes famous with designing the original "thermae" (bathhouse). Directed by Hideki Takeuchi, this 2014 comedy film stars Hiroshi Abe (Lucius), alongside Aya Ueto as Manami Yamakoshi, Kazuki Kitamura as Keioniusu, Riki Takeuchi as Tateno. With a 6.3/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.
What Happens at the End of Thermae Romae II?
In ancient Rome, bathhouse architect Lucius (Hiroshi Abe) becomes famous with designing the original "thermae" (bathhouse). He receives an order to build a thermae in the colosseum to help gladiators recover from their wounds, but faces difficulties. Thus, Lucius travels again to modern day Japan through the time slip. He meets Manami (Aya Ueto) again, who is now a reporter for a magazine which covers bathroom. With the help of the flat face Japanese tribe, Lucius again designs a new thermae. Meanwhile, Emperor Hadrian (Masachika Ichimura) wants to keep the peace with the thermae, but the Senate wants to extend the land by using force. Emperor Hadrian and the Senate now have a confrontation and Rome becomes divided.
Hideki Takeuchi's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Hiroshi Abe (Lucius)'s journey. He receives an order to build a thermae in the colosseum to help gladiators recover from their wounds, but faces difficulties.
As part of the Thermae Romae Collection, the ending carries additional weight for fans following the franchise.
How Does Hiroshi Abe (Lucius)'s Story End?
- Hiroshi Abe: Hiroshi Abe's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Aya Ueto (Manami Yamakoshi): Aya Ueto's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Kazuki Kitamura (Keioniusu): Kazuki Kitamura's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of Thermae Romae II Mean?
Thermae Romae II's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Hiroshi Abe may feel rushed. Hideki Takeuchi's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.