Did Brian Cox want Succession to end after season four?

Brian Cox is happy that Succession is coming to an end as it means the show is going out on top.

Succession is one of the most critically acclaimed television shows of all time, with high praise gained for its writing, acting and directing. It has received numerous Emmy, Golden Globe and BAFTA awards throughout its run, which started in 2018.

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The HBO series tells the story of media mogul Logan Roy and his children, who are all vying for company control if and when he decides to retire.

Despite the continued acclaim, creator Jesse Armstrong recently confirmed Succession will end after the next series.

Cox had an inkling that season four would be the last, but he is happy it isn't outstaying its welcome.

"There's an old adage. When the party's at its best, leave. And, that's what we've done," the screen legend said on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon.

"Jesse Armstrong, our great creator. He won't let something go by its sell-by date. Television isn't infinite. For him, its finite.

"Each season tops the last season, and there's only so much you can do, topping each season. He kind of hinted, to me, that the show was going to stop, come to an end, but he didn't decide until quite late on."

Logan's children - Kendall, Roman, Shiv and Connor - are all hoping to finally acquire control of the Roy media empire heading into season four.

But, Cox joked to Fallon that all of his 'children' deserve "f**k all".

Succession trailer