Mind-Blowing Revelation: Neil Gaiman Shatters Popular Theory About Crowley and Lucifer in Good Omens

Summary

Good Omens creator Neil Gaiman responds to fan theories that Crowley is secretly Lucifer, explaining that Crowley is just Crowley, not the fallen angel himself.

Gaiman challenges the theory by citing Crowley's dialogue in the show, where he discusses Lucifer and the boys while expressing dissatisfaction with his own decisions.

Although Crowley is not Lucifer, there is additional significance to his angelic past and his involvement in creation, suggesting a potential opportunity for delving into a more intricate history in future seasons.

Neil Gaiman, the creator of Good Omens, addresses and thoroughly debunks a recent popular fan theory that questions whether Crowley is secretly Lucifer. Gaiman provides detailed explanations about the hierarchies of Hell and clarifies that Crowley is his own distinct character. David Tennant portrays Crowley, the demonic companion of Michael Sheen's Aziraphale, in the Prime Video adaptation of Gaiman and Terry Pratchett's 1990 novel. Throughout the two seasons of Good Omens released so far, Aziraphale and Crowley have interacted throughout history, prevented the Apocalypse, evaded divine punishment, and solved the mystery of a missing angel. As fans process the emotional ending of season 2, many have begun to analyze the events of the new episodes. Some fans have contacted Gaiman through his personal Tumblr to inquire about a theory regarding a hidden chapter in Crowley's life. However, Gaiman dismisses this theory and asserts that Crowley is simply Crowley, citing original dialogue that establishes Crowley as separate from Lucifer. Read Gaiman's response below.

However, in Season 1, he casually mentions spending time with Lucifer and his friends at the pub while under the influence. Clearly, he isn't unexpectedly referring to himself in the third person while intoxicated during a conversation where he expresses dissatisfaction with the decisions that brought him to that particular pub, along with two bottles of Talisker... Anyway.

Feel free to write all the Crowley is secretly Lucifer fictions you like, but that has to be fanfic I’m afraid.

Is There More To Crowley's Past As An Angel?

Throughout season 2 of Good Omens, the lives of Aziraphale and Crowley were explored in greater detail than the original novel. The series delved into previously unknown chapters of their past and depicted their ongoing relationship. Similar to season 1, the new episodes showcased Aziraphale and Crowley's frequent encounters at important Biblical events and various locations in human history. In season 2, their involvement in the tale of Job (played by Peter Davison) and their mischievous activities in Victorian-era Scotland, such as grave-digging, were highlighted. Additionally, viewers were treated to their earliest encounter, as season 2 commenced with a glimpse into Crowley's life as an Angel before his descent into Hell.

During the opening of Good Omens season 2, Crowley created stunning constellations and cosmic wonders throughout the Solar System, finding joy in the vast possibilities of the universe. However, his focus shifted when Aziraphale unveiled the predestined destruction of their existence, causing Crowley to become distracted from his divine duties and ultimately leading to his downfall. Despite hinting at Crowley having a crucial role in the universe's creation, it was his brief infiltration of Heaven in episode 6 that hinted at a deeper aspect of his angelic responsibilities. It was revealed that he once held a high-ranking position, granting him extensive access to Heaven's systems.

While Crowley may not be Lucifer himself, it is evident that he conceals more than he willingly reveals. His involvement in creation and his privileged access establish him as potentially even more faithful to Heaven than his close partner, intensifying the significance of his fall from grace. Although the future of Good Omens' season 3 remains uncertain, it is possible that Neil Gaiman's ideas for the next installment may unveil the true history of Crowley.

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