The Mysterious Departure of Troy from Community: Unraveling the Pirate Plot

The Departure of Troy

The enigmatic departure of Troy from the television series Community has left fans puzzled and intrigued. Donald Glover's return to the cast for the movie adaptation has sparked renewed interest in the unresolved narrative surrounding Troy's exit. After years of speculation about 'six seasons and a movie,' the anticipation for a feature-length adaptation of Community is finally turning into reality. Series creator Dan Harmon is set to helm the Community movie, and several cast members from the show are reprising their roles, including Glover.

Donald Glover smiling as Troy in Community.

Glover's departure from the Community cast in season 5 left fans with a bizarre explanation for his disappearance, one that invited more questions than it answered. Following Pierce's funeral, Troy was bequeathed his remaining shares of Hawthorne Wipes, amounting to a staggering $14.3 million, on the condition that he embarked on a voyage around the world. Setting sail with his hero, LeVar Burton, Troy's character was conveniently removed from the cast of Community, allowing Glover to explore other projects. However, the storyline took an unexpected turn in season 5, episode 6, 'Analysis of Cork-Based Networking,' as a news report claimed that Burton and a 'non-celebrity' (implied to be Troy) had been abducted by pirates in the Gulf of Mexico.

Troy and the rest of the study group stand in front of his boat before he leaves in Community

This unusual storyline has left fans eagerly awaiting an explanation in the Community movie, as Troy's character was supposedly kidnapped by pirates and never seen again. Even in the following season, a mention of Troy's mysterious disappearance in season 6, episode 6, 'Basic Email Security,' raised further questions. The unresolved nature of Troy's departure and the lack of follow-up from his old classmates have left a void in the Community canon, prompting the need for closure and clarity surrounding Troy's fate.

Donald Glover as Troy and Danny Pudi as Abed looking disappointed in Community

Addressing the Unresolved Narrative

With the upcoming Community movie, the narrative surrounding Troy's bizarre departure cannot be ignored. As Glover reprises his role as Troy, the characters must confront the unresolved storyline and provide closure to fans. The pirate plot point, established in the series, demands attention and explanation in the movie adaptation. Whether the movie opens with Troy's daring escape from the pirate crew or delves into his ordeal at sea, the narrative needs to acknowledge and resolve the enigma of Troy's departure from the main cast of the series.

Troy Barnes, Donald Glover in Community with a hand puppet

While the production of the Community movie has faced delays, the anticipation for Troy's return and the resolution of his mysterious departure remains high. The narrative surrounding Troy's disappearance and his eventual return to Greendale after years of absence presents a compelling opportunity for the movie to delve into his character's journey and the impact of his experiences on his return.

Troy Barnes smiling in Community

The Return of Troy: A Full-Blown Reunion

As Donald Glover returns to reprise his role as Troy, the Community movie is confirmed to bring back most of its ensemble cast, creating a full-blown reunion for fans. With Joel McHale as Jeff, Danny Pudi as Abed, Alison Brie as Annie, Gillian Jacobs as Britta, Jim Rash as Dean Pelton, and Ken Jeong as Ben Chang, the dynamic of the group is set to evolve with Troy's triumphant return. Troy's experiences at sea, including his encounter with pirates, are poised to shape his character and present a more confident and evolved version of the beloved fan-favorite character.

Troy and Abed in Community

The movie adaptation has the potential to delve into Troy's journey, providing a rich and nuanced exploration of his absence and eventual return. As the narrative unfolds, the resolution of the pirate storyline and the impact of Troy's experiences on his character are set to captivate audiences and offer a compelling continuation of the Community saga.

Troy smiles into the camera in Community