Are you ready for the final chapter of Fuller House? Whether you’ve already cried through the series finale or you’re planning to watch someday, here’s your complete guide to how Fuller House wraps up and where every major character ends up by the end. Think of it as your emotional map to that final, tear-filled farewell.
The Big Finale Event: Season 5, Part B
The show concludes with Season 5, Part B, released on June 2, 2020. The final episodes bring a triple wedding, big life changes, and a full-circle return to heart—and chaos—in the Tanner/Fuller/Gibbler household.
DJ Tanner Fuller: From Widowed Mom to Triple Bride
DJ’s Emotional Journey
DJ Tanner Fuller (Candace Cameron Bure) begins the series grieving her husband, trying to raise her three boys. In the finale, she walks down the aisle—thrice.
DJ’s Final Destination
She marries Steve—her long-time partner—bringing together the entire Fuller clan. DJ finally finds peace, love, and her forever home.
Stephanie Tanner: Embracing Motherhood and Music
Stephanie’s Arc
What started with fertility struggles and emotional losses ends with a miracle.
Stephanie’s Happy Ending
Stephanie becomes a mother, carrying Ramona’s baby, and reignites her music career with new confidence and purpose.
Kimmy Gibbler: Independent, Strong, and Surrounded by Family
Kimmy’s Transformation
From quirky best friend to divorcee, co-parent, and party planner extraordinaire.
Kimmy on Her Own Terms
She marries Fernando, as the wedding ceremony joins the Fuller sisters’ weddings. Now, she has her blended family and thriving event business.
Ramona and Fernando: A Family in the Making
Ramona’s Growth
Kimmy’s daughter Ramona grows into a spunky teenager, learning to define herself outside her mom’s shadow.
Fernando’s Role
Ramona’s father and Kimmy’s partner Fernando becomes a stepfather figure, part of the new Fuller home.
Jackson, Max & Tommy: Fuller Boys Grow Up
Youngsters with Big Personalities
DJ’s sons each have distinct quirks—Jackson’s confidence, Max’s lovable messiness, Tommy’s energy.
Where They End Up
They live full-time in the Fuller house, forming part of the blended family wedding and adjusting to life with Stephanie and Kimmy around.
Uncle Jesse & Uncle Joey: The OG Fun Returns
Jesse’s Continued Legacy
John Stamos’s Jesse and his wife Becky return for the finale with baby twins in tow—expanding the family legacy.
Joey’s Happily Ever After
Dave Coulier’s Joey marries Clara (Reagan Gomez-Preston), bringing joy and late-night jokes to the show’s final scenes.
The House That Started It All: Fuller House Finale Home Makeover
One of the sweetest arcs: the full restoration of the Tanner house. After years of adult chaos, the home gets refreshed—decluttered, brightened, and ready for the next generation.
The Triple Wedding: A Finale Packed With “I Dos”
Who Gets Married?
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DJ and Steve
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Kimmy and Fernando
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Joey and Clara
Each wedding merges the classic Full House charm with Fuller House closure—complete with dance-floor moments and heartfelt speeches.
Themes That Bring It All Home
Family First
Everything circles back to choosing family, whether by blood or chosen bonds.
Growth and Forgiveness
Characters face their past—Stephanie letting go of infertility grief, Kimmy finding independence post-divorce—only to emerge stronger.
Nostalgia with New Meaning
Catchphrases and callbacks still land—but now they’re layered with adulthood and evolution.
How Fuller House Honors the Original Show
Opening and Closing Shots
The final visual mirrors the original Full House sequence—closing with the family in the kitchen, just like the opening credit nostalgia.
Fan-Service Done Right
Familiar faces like Danny (Bob Saget) appear via flashback tribute moments, providing emotional helps for long-time fans.
Where Do These Characters Go After the Finale?
Here’s the big picture snapshot of where everyone ends up:
| Character | Final Status |
|---|---|
| DJ Tanner Fuller | Happily married to Steve, raising 3 sons |
| Stephanie Tanner | Mother, musician, emotionally grounded |
| Kimmy Gibbler | Married to Fernando, owning an events business |
| Jackson, Max, Tommy | Growing up blended in the Fuller household |
| Uncle Jesse & Becky | Parent twins, still supportive family figures |
| Joey & Clara | Married, adding new laughter to the family legacy |
Why the Finale Works So Well
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Closure for all generations – Original fans get emotional finales; new fans see fresh beginnings.
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Balanced emotional beats – Humor and tears sit comfortably in the same scene.
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Heartfelt callbacks without rehashing – Nostalgia is used to enhance—not stunt—the story.
Critics vs. Fans: Reactions to the Ending
Critics’ Take
Some critics found it overly sentimental. Others appreciated the satisfiying full-circle journey.
Fans’ Take
Many fans called it a “perfect goodbye” and praised Netflix for wrapping up the series on a hopeful, emotional note.
Could Fuller House Ever Come Back?
The cast and creators have hinted at the possibility—but the show ends on such a neat note, it might be best left as is. They’ve given the characters the closure they deserved.
Final Thoughts: It’s a Goodbye Filled With Hope
Fuller House closes episode by episode, character arc by character arc. It’s not just about wrapping up the story—it’s about celebrating how far the Tanner/Fuller/Gibbler family has come.
No cliffhangers, no open wounds—just a warm hug of nostalgia paired with the pride of growth.
FAQs
1. When did Fuller House officially end?
The series finale (Part B of Season 5) premiered on June 2, 2020.
2. How many weddings are featured in the finale?
Three weddings: DJ with Steve, Kimmy with Fernando, and Joey with Clara.
3. Does Michelle Tanner appear in the finale?
No. Michelle (the Olsen twins) was never part of Fuller House; she is mentioned only in jokes or references.
4. Do you need to watch the original Full House to understand the ending?
Not really. While callbacks enrich the experience, Fuller House does a good job standing on its own.
5. Will there ever be another season or spin-off?
There’s no official renewal, and the finale ties things up beautifully. But fans remain hopeful for reunions or special editions.
