"Arrivederci" is the seventh episode and season finale of the second season of the American black comedy drama anthology television series The White Lotus. It is the thirteenth overall episode of the series and was written and directed by series creator Mike White. It originally aired on HBO on December 11, 2022.
The series follows the guests and employees of the fictional White Lotus resort chain. The season is set on Taormina, Sicily, and follows the new guests, which include Ethan and his wife Harper; Cameron and his wife Daphne; Bert, his son Dominic, and grandson Albie; and Tanya and her husband Greg. The season explores the characters' conflicts, along with the short-tempered manager Valentina. In the episode, Tanya feels her life in danger when she suspects Quentin's plans, while the Spillers and Sullivans confront their own marriages.
According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 0.854 million household viewers and gained a 0.19 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received critical acclaim, with critics praising the dark humor, performances (particularly Jennifer Coolidge), directing and closure to the storyline.
Plot
After having sex, Albie (Adam DiMarco) proposes that Lucia (Simona Tabasco) return with him to Los Angeles. She reiterates that she still owes money to Alessio, so Albie asks Dominic (Michael Imperioli) for the €50,000 she owes. Dominic refuses and tells Albie that Lucia is clearly playing him, which Albie says is likely true but suggests that Dominic should still pay as recompense for his years of womanizing. He promises to appeal to his mother on Dominic's behalf if he agrees to pay, so Dominic gives him the money.
Ethan (Will Sharpe) confronts Harper (Aubrey Plaza), as he suspects she is cheating on him with Cameron (Theo James). She admits that Cameron kissed her, but claims she was never attracted to him. He confronts Cameron at the beach, punching him and trying to drown him. He is stopped short when bystanders intervene.
At Quentin's palazzo in Palermo, Tanya (Jennifer Coolidge) takes a second look at the photo she had seen of a younger Quentin with a man who resembles her husband, Greg. Quentin states this photo is of his ex-boyfriend "Steve" and they depart on his yacht to return to Taormina.
Portia (Haley Lu Richardson) wakes to find her phone is missing and finds Jack (Leo Woodall) increasingly suspicious. He tells her he's going to drive her back to Taormina, insisting there's no rush. She manages to call Tanya from Jack’s cell phone, telling her she's frightened. Still under the influence of drugs and alcohol, Tanya tells her that she saw Quentin having sex with Jack and about the picture she found at Quentin's house, believing that Quentin lied, and Greg and Quentin are plotting to kill Tanya and use her money to continue financing Quentin's lavish lifestyle.
Portia confronts Jack about his lies and his sexual relationship with Quentin. In actuality a prostitution, in anger he drives her to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport and tells her never to come back to Taormina for her own safety, tossing her cell phone at her as he drives away.
Ethan runs into Daphne (Meghann Fahy) at the beach, explaining that he suspects Harper and Cameron had an affair. Daphne initially looks perturbed but then tells him that he can choose not to be the victim. She leads him to an isolated area. That night, after dinner, Ethan and Harper have passionate sex.
Giuseppe (Federico Scribani Rossi) returns from the hospital, but Valentina (Sabrina Impacciatore) appoints Mia (Beatrice Grannò) as the resort's new pianist and singer, firing Giuseppe. Mia tells Valentina she enjoyed their evening together, but suggests she find a girlfriend, adding that she can introduce her to some new people and places. Valentina happily agrees.
Albie informs Lucia about paying for her debt, and they have sex. Dominic calls his wife and she answers. She tells him to call her when he is back in town.