What Happens at the End of The Dark Angel?

Kitty Vane, Alan Trent, and Gerald Shannon have been inseparable friends since childhood. Kitty has always known she would marry one of them, but has waited until the beginning of World War I before finally choosing Alan. Gerald graciously gives them his blessing. Then, Gerald and Alan go to war. Angered over a misunderstanding involving Alan and Kitty, Gerald sends Alan on a dangerous mission that will change all their lives forever.

Sidney Franklin's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Fredric March (Alan Trent)'s journey. Kitty has always known she would marry one of them, but has waited until the beginning of World War I before finally choosing Alan.

How Does Fredric March (Alan Trent)'s Story End?

• Fredric March: Fredric March's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
• Merle Oberon (Kitty Vane): Merle Oberon's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
• Herbert Marshall (Gerald Shannon): Herbert Marshall's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of The Dark Angel Mean?

The Dark Angel's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Fredric March may feel rushed. Sidney Franklin's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.