The Hidden Secret: Unraveling the Mystery of the Missing Third Baby in Good Omens
Unveiling the enigma of the third baby in Good Omens: Did the child transform into Greasy Johnson? Season 3 might hold the key to unraveling this mystery
Summary
The third baby's identity as Greasy Johnson is confirmed in both the Good Omens book and the show through his interest in tropical fish.
Greasy Johnson's role in the book is significant; however, it is not crucial to the plot of the Good Omens show and it is highly improbable that he will make an appearance in season 3. With the conclusion of the three-baby storyline, the focus of Good Omens has now shifted towards other characters and narratives, making it highly unlikely that the fate of the third baby will be further explored in the show.
Good Omens kicks off with Crowley's attempt to pass off the antichrist as a diplomat's son, but a mix-up occurs involving a third baby whose destiny remains unknown. Based on the book with the same title, Good Omens traces the journey of angel Aziraphale and demon Crowley as they gradually develop a friendship during their time on Earth. Tragically, Crowley carries out a plan orchestrated by the demons to replace an American Diplomat's son with the Antichrist, who will bring about Earth's destruction. A mix-up ensues with the three babies when another couple unexpectedly gives birth at the same time and hospital.
In Season 1 of Good Omens, the narrative revolves around the Antichrist, Adam Young, and the supposed Antichrist, Warlock Dowling, as they grow up separately, leading to the eventual realization that the two children have been switched. Crowley and Aziraphale become aware of the mix-up and make an effort to prevent the apocalypse by locating Adam towards the conclusion of Good Omens Season 1. The hospital where the babies were born is swiftly destroyed, leaving the whereabouts of the third baby unknown. This baby is the legitimate child of the American Diplomat and his wife, as the Antichrist was given to the Youngs, while the Youngs' baby was handed over to the American Diplomat.
The Good Omens Book Suggests The Third Baby Became Greasy Johnson
In accordance with the Good Omens novel, the third infant did not stray far from the hospital, indicating that this child ultimately becomes Greasy Johnson, the leader of Adam Young’s rival gang in Tadfield. Due to a mix-up involving the Antichrist-baby, Greasy was adopted and grew up as a large, clumsy boy. However, he embraces his role as a bully, believing it to be superior to being a "big clumsy oaf." While the confirmation of Greasy's identity as the third baby is brief in the book, both the book and the show establish his connection through his avid interest in tropical fish.
Towards the end of the book, it is revealed that Greasy Johnson is indeed the third baby, with his passion for collecting tropical fish being a defining characteristic. The Good Omens show acknowledges this in season 1 by presenting a hypothetical scenario in which the third baby is adopted by a kind couple and goes on to earn recognition for his expertise in tropical fish. Although Greasy does not appear in the show, this subtle reference serves as an Easter Egg for fans who have read the books, further solidifying his identity as the third baby.
Could Good Omens Season 3 Reveal What Happened To The 3rd Baby?
The character Greasy Johnson in the Good Omens book symbolizes the rivalry between Heaven and Hell, particularly in his rivalry with Adam Young. Their childish fight demonstrates the inseparable connection between the two realms. Despite being an entertaining addition, Greasy and his gang, the Johnsonites, were not crucial to the plot. The focus of Good Omens was primarily on Aziraphale, Crowley, and Adam, allowing their personalities and journeys to shine without Greasy's involvement. As a result, it is highly unlikely that Greasy will make an appearance in season 3, even if the third baby's identity is revealed.
Additionally, Adam's story reached its conclusion in season 1, with the second season of Good Omens exploring a different storyline in which Adam happily lives his life in Tadfield. While the show may reveal what happened to the third baby and potentially even name him as Greasy Johnson, it would not be a significant plot reveal or an important storyline. The three-baby storyline has been concluded, and the hypothetical situation surrounding the third baby's life should be accepted as fact. There is no need for the show to revisit this storyline, and it is unlikely to be one of the questions answered in season 3 of Good Omens.
