Did Katherine Loewe and Owen Brophy end up together in Netflix’s Lonely Planet? Here’s a spoiler

Netflix’s Lonely Planet, directed by Susannah Grant, takes viewers on a journey of self-discovery, romance, and heartbreak. Starring Laura Dern as Katherine Loewe, a successful fiction writer, and Liam Hemsworth as Owen Brophy, a younger finance professional, the film explores the complexities of love and life-changing decisions set against the picturesque backdrop of Morocco.

Lonely Planet’s ending

Katherine travels to Morocco for a writers’ retreat, seeking solitude to finish her book and recover from the end of a 14-year relationship. Meanwhile, Owen, feeling out of place at the retreat, accompanies his girlfriend, Lily Kemp (Diana Silvers), an emerging novelist whose newfound fame strains their relationship. Drawn to each other, Katherine and Owen begin a romantic affair that leads them to confront their life choices.

The film builds toward a seemingly happy ending as Katherine and Owen escape the retreat for the Moroccan coast. They spend a romantic evening together, sparking breakthroughs in both their personal and professional lives. Katherine overcomes her writer’s block, and Owen decides to quit his high-pressure job. However, a sudden twist disrupts their idyllic moment. A thief steals Katherine’s purse, containing two years’ worth of notes for her book, leaving her devastated.

Heartbroken, Katherine returns to the U.S. alone, and the couple goes their separate ways. A year later, in New York City, Katherine and Owen cross paths again, reigniting the emotions left unresolved. In a heartfelt moment, Katherine chases after Owen and admits, “Just know you were never a distraction, you were the whole point.”

The film ends with the couple sharing a passionate kiss on the streets of New York, implying a reconciliation and a potential future together. However, the conclusion leaves some room for interpretation, as their relationship is far from traditional.

Lonely Planet leaves viewers contemplating the transformative power of travel and love, with a finale that hints at hope but doesn’t offer concrete closure. Whether Katherine and Owen’s story continues is left for the audience to decide.