The final episode of 9-1-1: Lone Star, titled "All Who Wander," served as a grand farewell to the series and offered audiences a rare glimpse into Marjan's personal life. Actress Natacha Karam's insistence on crafting a meaningful wedding for her character, Marjan, was pivotal in shaping the episode. The finale, marking the end of the series, ensured that Marjan's journey was not shortchanged. A wedding that mirrored Marjan’s vibrant personality became a central focus, providing closure for the beloved character.
Karam advocated for an episode that gave Marjan's personal life the attention it deserved, something fans had rarely seen throughout the series. She remarked on the significance of this development, noting,
"We haven't really seen much of Marjan's personal life in the five seasons. Very infrequently do we ever see her outside of work or without the 126, so it was something that was sort of overdue," – Natacha Karam
The writers meticulously crafted "All Who Wander" to ensure Marjan's wedding did not feel rushed. They aimed for a traditional and innocent love story atmosphere. An extravagant wedding was planned, reflecting Marjan’s nature and giving the audience a satisfying conclusion to her storyline.
The cast and crew dedicated five years to bringing this story to life, and their commitment shone through in this final episode. Filming the wedding scene was a collaborative effort, requiring creative solutions to meet Karam's vision. Speaking about the process, Karam shared,
"But we were all in on this vision, so they just did some structural engineering and found a way to keep that fabric up and have the weight and length of it. Everyone's commitment to the cause resulted in a really cool outcome that all of us were really happy with." – Natacha Karam
The wedding dress itself was designed to be extravagant, perfectly matching Marjan's character. The filming captured the realistic weight and length of the dress, adding authenticity to the scene.
One of the episode's most significant scenes was an intimate moment in the honeymoon suite between Marjan and Joe, played by Karam’s real-life boyfriend, John Clarence Stewart. This scene highlighted Marjan’s vulnerability and anxiety, providing depth to her character. Karam emphasized her desire to reveal a different side of Marjan:
"I really wanted to see a different side of her, where she's less confident and a bit more vulnerable — and the easiest and most honest way into that was through this relationship that we'd established toward the end of last season." – Natacha Karam
The inclusion of Stewart added an additional layer of authenticity to the scene. The familiarity among cast members contributed to a genuine atmosphere during filming. Karam described the experience as both surreal and enjoyable:
"I mean, those are all my friends and family now. We've all worked together for five years. It was like having a big party at work together. And the character who plays Joe is my boyfriend in real life, so it felt really meta because all the cast members know him. I know him. That's sort of what my wedding may look like in some way in an alternate universe. So that day was really, really fun." – Natacha Karam
The episode ended with an intimate scene between Marjan and Joe, leaving audiences with a lasting impression of their relationship. This conclusion provided not only closure for Marjan’s character but also a sense of fulfillment for fans who had followed her journey closely.
