ABC promoted Station 19 and Grey’s Anatomy’s fall finale crossover event as an intense episode in which “tragedy strikes one of our own,” but, as it turns out, that “one” was Meredith Grey’s beloved house and not firefighter Maya DeLuca-Bishop. Maya’s potential rock bottom remained a self-contained story for Station 19 instead of carrying over to Grey’s Anatomy. This decision wasted an opportunity to improve the two shows’ ability to interact cohesively.
A lightning storm hit Seattle during Station 19 Season 6, Episode 6, “Everybody Says Don’t,” but no one from Grey’s Anatomy visited the firefighting drama. Instead, in Grey’s Anatomy Season 19, Episode 6, “Thunderstruck,” the firefighters arrived at Grey Sloan Memorial with a man from the helicopter accident on Station 19. They only reappeared in the episode’s final minutes to put out the fire at Meredith’s house. The most consistent character in the crossover event was Carina DeLuca-Bishop, who mentioned Miranda Bailey’s clinic opening on Station 19 and saw that through on Grey’s Anatomy. But what about Carina’s wife Maya?
What Is Station 19’s Concerning Cliffhanger with Maya Bishop?
Maya’s mental health is at the forefront of Station 19 — especially in Season 6. Her struggles took a shocking turn in the final minutes of “Everybody Says Don’t” when she fell off a treadmill and hit her head on the station’s gym floor, knocking herself unconscious. All season, Maya has pushed away Carina, dismissed help in the form of friendly advice or professional therapy, and self-medicated with excessive exercise. It has been a delicate and impactful arc that impacts Maya’s whole life, both professional and personal.
Andy Herrera rightfully benched Maya on a call, and the distance between Maya and Carina became palpable. With that buildup, it wasn’t surprising that a sharp turn — like her fall — occurred during the fall finale. But simultaneous with Maya’s fall, a call took the team from the firehouse. On Grey’s Anatomy, that call revealed itself to be the fire at Meredith’s house in a subtle crossover that didn’t allow the characters to interact substantially. Station 19 and Grey’s Anatomy could have corrected that by involving Maya.
Carina was already at and around Grey Sloan Memorial during “Thunderstruck,” meaning she would have been present if someone found Maya and had her transported to the hospital. That crossover would have created an even deeper connection between the shows and allowed their characters to interact with more than a few passing lines. And it wouldn’t have sacrificed either cliffhanger. Like the outcome of the fire at Meredith’s house, Maya’s well-being could still have remained a mystery until Station 19 and Grey’s Anatomy return in 2023.
Maya Bishop Could’ve Enhanced Station 19 and Grey’s Anatomy’s Crossover
The crossover between “Station 19” and “Grey’s Anatomy” presented a unique opportunity to explore the characters and storylines of both shows in a new and exciting way. However, the decision to kill off Maya Bishop in the crossover was a missed opportunity that could have significantly enhanced the narrative and provided a compelling arc for the character.
The previous crossovers between the two shows had a tendency to result in tragic outcomes, with characters like Lucas Ripley, Rigo Vasquez, and Dean Miller losing their lives. While these deaths added a sense of drama and tension, they also limited the potential for character development and exploration.
Maya Bishop’s injury could have been a powerful catalyst for change and growth. By keeping her alive, the show could have delved into the long-term consequences of her injuries and the challenges she would face in her recovery. The mystery surrounding the extent of her injuries and the uncertainty about her future would have created a compelling storyline that could have been explored in both shows.
The crossover could have also served as a platform to explore the duality of energy, as discussed in “Thunderstruck.” Maya’s injury could have represented the destructive force, while her recovery and rehabilitation could have symbolized the creative and regenerative power. This thematic exploration would have added depth and complexity to the character and her journey.
By not fully utilizing Maya’s storyline in the crossover, the show missed an opportunity to create a more impactful and memorable narrative. While the crossover may have been entertaining, it ultimately felt like a missed potential for character development and storytelling.
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