Just when it seemed Sidwell’s reign of terror couldn’t get any worse, General Hospital may have dropped a major clue about what comes next—and it has fans convinced that Cullum could be in serious danger.
After orchestrating kidnappings, shootings, threats, and countless acts of manipulation, Sidwell has managed to stay one step ahead of almost everyone in Port Charles. But now that he has escaped custody, viewers are beginning to wonder whether his next target isn’t one of his enemies at all.
What if Sidwell is coming for Cullum?
The theory has been gaining traction among fans following recent episodes. While Sidwell and Cullum have technically been working toward similar goals, their partnership has always felt unstable. In fact, many viewers believe it was never a true partnership to begin with. Sidwell has repeatedly shown that loyalty means very little to him, especially when someone becomes a liability.
And right now, Cullum may be exactly that.
Throughout the storyline, Cullum has become increasingly unpredictable. His obsession with controlling situations has led to reckless decisions, including threatening Josslyn, kidnapping key players, and taking dangerous risks that attracted unwanted attention. Instead of helping Sidwell’s plans succeed, Cullum may have created more problems than solutions.
That’s why some fans believe Sidwell’s escape has less to do with avoiding capture and more to do with tying up loose ends.
From Sidwell’s perspective, Cullum knows too much. He knows details about the operation. He knows who was involved. He knows secrets that could potentially destroy everything Sidwell has built. And in the criminal world, people who know too much rarely stay safe for long.
The situation becomes even more suspicious when considering how quickly circumstances have changed. Authorities are closing in. More evidence continues surfacing. Brennan, Carly, Sonny, and several others are actively searching for answers. If Sidwell believes his empire is beginning to crumble, eliminating potential witnesses could become his top priority.
Cullum would certainly qualify.
Ironically, Cullum may never see it coming.
For much of the storyline, he has acted as though he and Sidwell were on the same side. Even when tensions surfaced, Cullum appeared confident in his position. But villains in Port Charles have a long history of turning on their allies the moment those allies become expendable.
If Sidwell follows that pattern, Cullum could find himself in more danger than ever before.
Of course, there is another possibility.
Some viewers believe Sidwell’s real goal remains Josslyn, Brennan, or another enemy who has threatened his operation. However, even if that’s true, many fans still suspect Cullum’s future looks bleak. The closer the story moves toward its climax, the more likely it becomes that someone connected to Sidwell will pay a heavy price.
Whether that means arrest, betrayal, or death remains to be seen.
What makes the theory especially intriguing is how much it would fit Sidwell’s character. He has never been motivated by friendship, loyalty, or gratitude. Every decision he makes is based on survival and self-preservation. If sacrificing Cullum increases his chances of escaping consequences, few viewers believe he would hesitate.
Meanwhile, Port Charles remains on edge as the hunt for Sidwell intensifies. Carly continues searching for Josslyn. Brennan is desperately trying to stay ahead of the danger. Sonny is making moves behind the scenes. And multiple families remain trapped in the fallout of Sidwell’s crimes.
As the storyline races toward its next chapter, one question continues hanging over everything:
Did Sidwell escape to save himself… or to silence Cullum forever?
If fan theories are correct, Cullum may soon discover that the most dangerous person in his life was never his enemy—it was his ally all along.
