As Industry returns for its third season, fans are buzzing with questions about the fate of their favorite characters. Among the top concerns is whether Conor MacNeill‘s character, Kenny Kilbane, will continue to be part of the Industry’s season 3 cast. With the dramatic twists and high stakes, Kenny’s future on the trading floor has become a major topic of speculation.
Here is everything to know about whether Conor MacNeill is leaving the cast of Industry season 3.
What happens to Kenny Kilbane in Industry Season 3 Episode 1?
In Industry Season 3 Episode 1, Conor MacNeill’s Kenny Kilbane is fired from Pierpoint.
As Pierpoint gears up for Lumi’s IPO, significant changes unfold. Eric faces both personal and professional challenges after his promotion to partner. Eric’s wife has left him, and he unexpectedly turns to Kenny for support, forging an unlikely bond. However, it doesn’t take long for Eric to spiral, falling back into old habits of drinking and using cocaine. In a candid conversation with Yasmin, whom he pulls into his self-destructive behavior, Eric admits to regretting showing vulnerability to Kenny.
The next morning, Eric arrives at the trading floor in a state of severe hangover. He forgot his responsibility to care for his daughters. Facing pressure from one of the firm’s founders to demonstrate authority by firing a team member, Eric initially considers Yasmin as the likely choice. However, in a surprising move, he decides to fire Kenny instead. As he mutters, “I am a man. I am relentless,” he tries to find a babysitter.
Is Conor MacNeill leaving the Industry?
There has been no official announcement or confirmation regarding Conor MacNeill’s character, Kenny Kilbane, leaving the cast of Industry for Season 3.
Mickey Down and Konrad Kay, the creators of Industry have shared their rationale behind the firing of Kenny Kilbane in Season 3, Episode 1. They emphasized that it was crucial to introduce high stakes early in the season to maintain authenticity. The creators wanted to ensure that the departure of a character felt impactful and meaningful, rather than introducing a new character only to dismiss them later.
Eric, who was originally planning to fire Robert, suddenly changes his mind after Kenny inadvertently triggers his insecurities. The creators noted that this moment highlights the darker side of Eric’s character.
Down says, “The idea that if you allow someone to see into your soul, it’s actually going to be to your detriment. That’s exactly what he does with Kenny. [Eric] is like, ‘I allowed this guy in. He knows too much about me now, and he’s reminding me that I’m a human on the trading floor. I have to get rid of him,” as per Indie Wire.
