When a story keeps you on the edge of your seat for months, the ending feels like a life-or-death event for the fans who lived through it.

WHAT HAPPENED

Fantasia Fest is celebrating its 30th year. They just added a huge title to their lineup: the final episode of the Apple TV show Cape Fear.

This show has been a massive hit for the streaming service. Now, fans in Montreal will be the first to see how the dark story wraps up.

The festival also announced a movie called Stand Up. It is the first film from director Mari Sanders, who uses a wheelchair. Her movie tells a story about growing up with physical needs.

WHAT THE EVIDENCE SHOWS

• Fantasia Fest is turning 30 years old this year.
• The Cape Fear finale will have its world premiere at the event.
• Stand Up is the debut feature film from Mari Sanders.
• The festival is known for showing horror and sci-fi movies.
• Stand Up will also show at the Tribeca festival.

THE BIGGER QUESTION

Why are streaming services choosing film festivals to end their shows instead of just dropping them online? It turns out that seeing a scary ending with a crowd makes the story feel more real and important.

This trend might change how we watch TV. If the best parts of a show happen in a theater, does that leave home viewers feeling left out?

WHAT HAPPENS NOW

People who love thrillers are booking trips to Montreal. This festival helps small movies get noticed by big studios.

For regular fans at home, this means the wait for the final episode is almost over. It also means more diverse stories, like Stand Up, are getting the spotlight they deserve.

WHAT WE STILL DON'T KNOW

1. Will the Cape Fear cast show up for the premiere?
2. When will the finale actually hit Apple TV for everyone else?
3. How many other big shows will start using festivals for their endings?