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In Cowboy Bebop , the vibrant bloom of Spike’s rose in the final episode, contrasting with its earlier faded appearances, is interpreted by some viewers as a symbol of Spike truly living rather than merely surviving, or even surviving his final, fatal confrontation. While the narrative heavily implies his death, this visual shift and director Shinichiro Watanabe's refusal to confirm a fatal end allow for a more ambiguous interpretation of the finale, as discussed in the analysis from ScreenRant .