Overview of House and Wilson's Story

"House" has been a long-running and beloved medical drama series, centering on Dr. Gregory House and his team at Princeton-Plainsboro Teaching Hospital in New Jersey. The series run explored the complex and often roller-coaster relationships between the doctors, with House and Dr. James Wilson being among the most significant. Wilson, a close friend and colleague of House, plays a crucial role in many of the series' pivotal moments. Despite a perfect ending for some characters, the series left questions about the ultimate fate of Wilson and House. Let's delve into the details.

House's Alleged Death and Its Aftermath

In the final episodes, House faked his own death so he could stay by Wilson's side. This plot twist was a testament to the deep bond between these two characters. House's decision to fake his death was intended to keep Wilson from being further affected by his own impending death from stage two thyroid cancer. Tragically, in the last episode, Wilson was described as suffering from stage two thyroid cancer which was not responsive to aggressive treatment and had a prognosis of 6-12 months without treatment. However, the fate of House was left open-ended in the series finale.

Alternative Headcanon: House's True End

While the series provided no resolution for House, many fans have created headcanons (fan theories) to complete the story. One popular fic fanon suggests that House, in despair over the loss of Wilson, committed suicide three months after the events of the series finale. This theory posits that House, devastated by Wilson's death, turned to a heroin overdose, consistent with the depiction of his character in earlier episodes. This theory aligns with the character's history but is not officially canon.

Official Series Conclusion

From a canonical standpoint, the series finale leaves House alive but without Wilson. Wilson's cancer was a central element in the final episodes, as House sought to keep him informed and by his side, even at the cost of his own life. The series chose to conclude with a bittersweet ending, where Wilson is in the hospital, aware of his condition, with House ensuring he would have a chance to say goodbye. The final moments show House staying to care for Wilson, refusing to abandon a friend.

Conclusion and Further Speculation

While the series provided closure for its characters, fan theories have continued to explore the fate of House and Wilson. Many fans believe that in the real world, House's commitment to Wilson and the intensity of their relationship would have led to a tragic conclusion. The idea that House would have sought relief in a heroin overdose to escape the pain of losing his dear friend is a dark yet compelling fantheory. It adds an emotional depth to the characters that fans appreciate, even if it doesn't align with the official storyline.

House and Wilson's story has resonated with viewers and inspired a wide range of headcanons and fan theories. Whether the series ended with the official conclusions or ventured into the unexplored territory of the characters' final moments, each fan theory contributes to the rich tapestry of this beloved show.