While it's still unclear what leads Rihanna's Marion to the titular motel in this version, it sure doesn't sound like her and this Sam will have an existing relationship prior to their respective arrivals in town. With so much changed regarding the two characters, one wonders whether Bates' writers aren't planning to throw out a major curveball, and won't try to replicate the original Marion's infamous fate of getting slashed up in the shower. Bates Motel season 5 may be heading into familiar territory, but it seems like its ultimate destination will be quite different.