Is the Metatron EVIL? Is he the VILLAIN of Good Omens? Analysis and Theory

"Is the Metatron EVIL?" Me, an intellectual: Yes.

For Tennant era Doctor Who fans, casting Derek Jacobi as the Metatron DEFINITELY layers some very sinister overtones over the genially menacing feel of the character, that's for sure.

I think he is going to try to kill Aziraphale and Crowley again.

I think the Metatron’s line “for it to happen twice make it look like there is some kind of institutional problem” is foreshadowing his motivation to break up Aziraphale and Crowley. If I remember right, the Metatron only comes AFTER Gabriel and Beelzebub leave. He comes to insure that Azi and Crowley don’t leave too and make it “look like an institutional problem”. He’ll do anything to maintain heavens appearance and make sure heaven doesn’t fall apart.

What I make of Metatron's clothing is that he selected it to 'compliment' and appeal to Aziraphale's tastes, while not overtly copying him. Just another subtle way of lowering his guard.

Ngl the Britishism thing is what unnerved me the most..

The Metatron mentioning Crowley wanting to go his own way was very pointed. It also seems personal for Metatron against Crowley.

“Captain going down with the ship” fits with the whole 40s stiff upper lip “keep calm and carry on” vibe of the Metatron’s character! And yes! A travel sweet!!

Honestly, it would be sweet (ha) if Crowley decided to keep the travel sweets in the Bentley even after Aziraphale changed her back, as he demanded❤

Derek Jacobi is a marvelous actor..The Metatron is a nasty piece of work

The whole comparison to the man behind the curtain was actually exactly the comparison I made. I don't particularly enjoy the "magic trick you didn't see" theory however I do support the thought that due to God's absence the past few millenia, he may be the one pulling all the strings. I also do hope to see something to do with God's absence, although I just hypothesise that she eventually grew bored of humanity and took a break to watch how it all would unfold on the sidelines Another great theory video as always, glad to see you're back!

I have really enjoyed your insights. I agree with almost everything, except saying that the angels didn't recognize his human form - it wasn't the form, they didn't recognize him at all. The floating head looked just like his human form. Crowley recognized him and he knew Crowley did, and once Crowley did then Aziraphale did, it wasn't until Aziraphale mentioned the Metatron that the other angels reacted. And that's why I think the Metatron really wanted to get rid of Crowley - Crowley saw things that others didn't and helped Aziraphale to see them too. Just like in 1800's Scotland Crowley led Aziraphale to the truth without outright saying it. That, coupled with their increased power when combined, is what he was scared of. I also think the Metatron would have done something with Crowley had he come to heaven - wiped his memory or took away his power, something to weaken him. That would fit with his manipulation - make Aziraphale think Crowley would be the same, yet he wouldn't be.

I don't know if the metatron even has motivations as such; I think of him more as an... algorithm

Another great analysis! You always make me think. I do think the Metatron has his own agenda. Separating Crowley and Aziraphale is part of that. They are more powerful together. He has more control if they are apart. He is definitely using Crowley to manipulate Aziraphale. I think God is sitting back and just watching what happens right now. I agree that the problem is heaven and hell. It's like Crowley says they are toxic. What happens to earth and humans is just a game to win. Any angels and demons we have seen who have any power just want more power. The exception is Gabriel and Beelzebub in season 2 but neither of them really care about anything but getting what they want. Where Crowely and Aziraphale do care about everyone and everything. I did notice the Metatron sucking on something and it seemed weird to me. I had not thought that it could be so he is telling the truth about ingesting things. You always point out things I have not thought about. A "travel sweet" very interesting idea. Thanks for the analysis. I always love all of your vids. Looking forward to the next one. I am glad you are feeling better.

What you said about the clothes made me realise something: by their mentalities and their clothes, Crowley, Aziraphale and Metatron seem to be mirroring Sherlock Holmes, Watson and Moriarty. Aziraphale is a simple person, he's smart but not a genius and he's mostly defined by his kindness. Plus, he's the narrator of the Edimburgh scene, like Watson is in the novels. Crowley is a really smart guy, he understands the world very well and he's really honest and kind, despite pretending to be mean and tricky. Also, his clothing is not particularly stylish, he's got long hair and that makes him similar to Holmes. Metatron is the complete opposite. He's well-dressed, well-mannered (at least, he seems to be) but this facade hides a cold and calculating psychopath who only wants things to go according to the plan. The only question is: what does he want? Is he the voice of God, the dogmatic servant willing to do anything to follow what he thinks is the Divine Plan or is he just trying to achieve his own goals and become the Master, especially in a show filled with DW references?

wait i need a whole 'gabriel transforming through jim' analysis from you now. you remain my favorite GO channel, thanks for all you do!

The Metratron broke Crowley and Azy up, so YES, he is very evil.

Aziraphale and Crowley have stopped the Apocalypse before, it’s naive to think these years Azi and Crow have been besties hanging out has gone unnoticed, together they will bring the great plan down again, getting Azi on his side fixes all of this, he can manipulate him and break Crowley all at the same time by separating them, he’s def evil villain

AHH FRESH OFF THE PRESSES GOMENS VIDEO YESSSSS TY 🙏🙏

I'm so glad that we're moving on to discussions of dogma institutions and free will. Not that i don't live the romance but this is a really important message in the book/shows and important human questions. P.S. the travel sweet idea was brilliant 😂