Insane Movie Plot Twists That Made Us Question Everything

A skillful writer is one who can skillfully maneuver themselves into difficult situations and devise creative solutions. Yet, some authors have made extraordinary leaps, leaving readers bewildered by their ingenuity. With this thought in mind, here’s a list of movie plot twists so outlandish that they left us scratching our heads in disbelief.

Rey Is A Palpatine? – Star Wars: The RIse of Skywalker

Paying close attention to Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, one might pick up on murmurs of discontent over this plot twist. For two films, the lineage of Rey, played by Daisy Ridley, was shrouded in mystery. However, the ninth film in the series reveals a shocking truth: not only is she significant, but she’s also a descendant of a clone traced back to Emperor Palpatine (Ian McDiarmid).

Sandman Really Killed Uncle Ben – Spider-Man 3

In the significant chapter that was Spider-Man 3, it appears the movie has a slight confusion about past events. Contrary to what occurred earlier, Flint Marko (Thomas Haden Church), the unfortunate antagonist, is portrayed as the one who killed Uncle Ben instead of a random thug whose life Peter regrettably spared in a moment of anger. This event, rather than serving as the foundation for Spider-Man’s moral code, seems to have been mixed up in this particular sequel.

John Connor Is Dead – Terminator: Dark Fate

The “Terminator” series has strived to transform top-tier science fiction into an extended narrative, and even creator James Cameron hasn’t had much success beyond “T2”. In fact, Cameron played a role in crafting the story for “Terminator: Dark Fate”, where they chose to eliminate John Connor (Edward Furlong) at the outset. For those who were curious if the contentious choice made in “Terminator: Genisys” – turning the human savior into a killing machine – would ever be surpassed, your curiosity has now been satisfied.

Han Lives – Fast 9

For quite some time now, fans have been advocating for Han’s survival in the Fast and Furious series, using the hashtag #JusticeForHan. In the latest installment, F9, it was revealed that Han’s death in Furious 7 was actually a clever ruse by DSS, with Deckard Shaw being the one who pulled the trigger. This twist effectively undermines the events of Furious 7 to some extent.

Wolverine’s Big Timeline Merge – X-Men: Days Of Future Past

Many intriguing questions arise following the events depicted in X-Men: Days of Future Past. One major question revolves around the almost perfect future, which Wolverine (Hugh Jackman) encounters when he meets Professor X at the end of their time-travel escapade. If not for several key members of the original X-Men cast appearing in this movie, we might not have had as many unanswered questions as we did with its sequels.

Rocky Balboa Is Totally OK To Fight – Rocky Balboa

In the movie “Rocky V”, Sylvester Stallone’s iconic boxer character was put on a path towards retirement due to medical reasons. However, when “Rocky Balboa” played the “one last fight” theme, it seemed that the controversial sequel had been erased from the series’ history. Fortunately, audiences seem to have really enjoyed the sixth film in the series, which technically means that the financial difficulties associated with it never actually occurred.

Wait, The Firefly Family Survived?! – 3 From Hell

In an appropriate fashion for the Firefly Family – Sid Haig, Bill Moseley, and Sheri Moon Zombie – their end seems to have been a blaze of bullets while “Freebird” played on. This is what we believed The Devil’s Rejects showed us, until 13 years later. In 3 From Hell, this trio of chaos and fear came back to life, embarking on a final journey. For some viewers, it was a delightful reunion; for others, the decision to bring them back contributed to the film’s titular relevance.

Jamie Lloyd Isn’t Pure Evil – Halloween V: The Revenge Of Michael Myers

I apologize for any confusion, but the Halloween movies in sequence have been quite challenging to align due to their complex narrative. This complexity is one of the reasons why the 2018 reboot chose to erase the entire sequel series. The Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers is a significant part of this, as it failed to capitalize on the ending of Halloween 4. Instead of developing the idea that Michael’s niece Jamie (Danielle Harris) was possessed by the same evil that transformed her uncle, this intriguing concept is largely dismissed with minimal mention.

Harry Hart’s Medical Miracle – Kingsman: The Golden Circle

It wasn’t right for Kingsman agent Harry Hart (Colin Firth) to perish prematurely, but the way Kingsman: The Golden Circle explains his resurrection stretches believability. Through some exclusive medical technology only available to spies, the lethal encounter between Harry and the villainous foe from The Secret Service was reversed – albeit with a bout of amnesia and the loss of an eye as unwanted consequences.

Jason Voorhees Becomes A Zombie – Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives

If the final twist of “Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter” had been carried forward, young Tommy Jarvis might have taken on the role of the masked killer instead. Regrettably, that plot point was never developed. However, in a clever imitation of events, “A New Beginning” introduced a replacement for Jason. Then, in “Part VI: Jason Lives,” Jason himself rose from the dead after being struck by lightning.

Greedo Shot First – Star Wars: A New Hope

In various versions of the Star Wars saga’s Special Editions, the sequence of events between Han Solo (Harrison Ford) and Greedo can differ. Some portray Greedo as shooting first, while others depict them shooting simultaneously. The original version, where George Lucas introduced an intriguing anti-hero in Han Solo who acted preemptively against his adversaries, remains the most iconic.

What Suicide Squad? – The Suicide Squad

Although Harley Quinn (Margot Robbie), one of the remaining members from the Suicide Squad, was present for The Suiceide Squad’s playtime, the continuity from DC’s controversial 2016 film wasn’t entirely resolved. To put it simply, it’s like Judi Dench still being M in Casino Royale. However, if you don’t require an explanation, it’s sufficient to know that James Gunn’s reboot of DC Films has already erased this duo from the picture.

David’s Creation Of The Xenomorphs – Prometheus

It’s a bit unfortunate that Sir Ridley Scott wasn’t able to fully realize his plans to connect the story of Prometheus with the later installments of the Alien series. Despite android David (played by Michael Fassbender) being portrayed as the creator of the Xenomorphs, fans are still puzzled about why this particular plot twist was introduced in the first place.

Wolverine Loses His Memories To An Adamantium Bullet – X-Men Origins: Wolverine

When an Adamantium bullet strikes an Adamantium-reinforced skull, as depicted in the movie X-Men: Origins – Wolverine, it appears to cause a significant memory loss for the main character, portrayed by Hugh Jackman (Wolverine). This could be the reason why Sabretooth and Deadpool look so different from each other.

Robert Neville Never Died – I Am Legend

2007 marked a time when those in power believed Dr. Robert Neville (Will Smith) would embody heroism most profoundly by making the ultimate sacrifice for mankind. Fast-forward to present day, a possible sequel, known as a legacy film, emerged, ensuring that the ending of I Am Legend aligns with studio preferences and is more consistent with Smith’s character and the broader narrative. Despite our ongoing search for a cure for the Krippen Virus, this revised conclusion seems fitting within the context of the story.

Marcus Brody Is Actually An Idiot – Indiana Jones And The Last Crusade

Regardless of your fondness for the type of adventure presented in ‘Indiana Jones and The Last Crusade’, there’s an unexpected change that occasionally jars, namely the transformation of the once wise and sagacious Marcus Brody, portrayed by Denholm Elliott, into a bit of a bumbling character in 1989’s supposed finale. This shift remains troubling for fans of ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark’.

Billy And Stu Were Puppets – Scream 3

Soap opera surprises pair nicely with slasher movie plots, just like peanut butter complements chocolate. However, the twist in Scream 3, where Roman Bridger (Scott Foley) was revealed as the mastermind behind Billy and Stu’s killings in the original Scream, doesn’t sit well. If this plot twist leaves you confused or skeptical, it’s perfectly reasonable to disregard it and keep viewing the Woodsboro youths as ordinary characters rather than criminal masterminds.

The Yautja Visited Earth Way Earlier Than Expected – Prey

In the entire film “Predator“, humans were unaware of the Yautja species, making for an intense first-contact action movie. Fast forward to decades later, the thrilling action of “Prey” brought that fearsome creature to Earth in 1719 – leaving only a faint imprint on North American history.

Dr. Gordon Was An Apprentice All Along – Saw: The Final Chapter

In the movie “Saw: The Final Chapter,” the surprise return of Dr. Gordon, played by Cary Elwes, served as a shocking twist. However, this revelation may have come at a cost for viewers – their sanity, given that fans might have been excited only to find themselves perplexed when they realized that the “Saw” survivor had been concealed for such a long time. Additionally, it became clear that this was not truly the “final chapter,” as things merely grew more complex with the introduction of Jigsaw’s presence into the series’ canon.

Bail Organa Doesn’t Erase R2-D2’s Memory – Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge Of The Sith

Episode III – Revenge of the Sith. However, it’s important to note that Darth Vader, post his transformation, didn’t seem to utilize his technical abilities as much. If he had, the Empire might have more effectively suppressed the Rebel Alliance.

Laurie Strode And Michael Myers Are Related – Halloween II

Without a doubt, the significant plot twist in Halloween II was somewhat undone by the 2018 film, which launched a new continuity line. However, if that hadn’t been the case, John Carpenter, the horror maestro, would have likely supported his fans’ viewpoint regarding this sequel. He even shared that his decision to write this sequel was influenced by beer and a deadline, so feel free to interpret that as you wish.

Scott Calvin’s Naughty Telephone Prank Is Deleted – The Santa Clause

In later releases of Tim Allen’s movie, Scott Calvin (Allen), the character who becomes Santa Claus, had a scene removed. This fact is confirmed by Snopes, and it’s because a child was heard dialing an inappropriate number in the movie, which was a humorous, fitting joke for the Santa character.

Agent Monica Fuentes Returns For A Ghost Story – Fast Five

In Fast Five, Agent Monica Fuentes hinted at Letty’s survival during a brief post-credits scene, sparking fan anticipation for her comeback. However, throughout the following films, this hope was gradually diminished. On a positive note, Michelle Rodriguez chose to exit gracefully, so there’s no sense of her being overlooked due to any dispute or feud.

The Shaws Are Good Actually – The Fate Of The Furious

In “Fast & Furious 6,” the storyline introduced a formidable new adversary, the Shaw family. Characters Owen (played by Luke Evans) and Deckard (portrayed by Jason Statham) posed a growing menace to the Toretto crime family. However, this subplot soon lost traction. What’s more perplexing than Deckard Shaw being pardoned for Han Liu’s death? It’s even more bewildering that Owen was forgiven with no apparent reason other than helping Dom save his child.

The Highlanders Are An Alien Race – Highlander 2: The Quickening

There’s only one appropriate response to the revelation that the Highlanders aren’t just singular immortals – and that response is shock, especially considering how Highlander II: The Quickening, a sequel often criticized for its franchise-damaging tendencies, further shocked audiences by revealing that Highlanders are actually extraterrestrials. (Christopher Lambert played Connor Macleod in this movie.)

A Ton Of Important Mutants Get The Axe – X-Men: Days Of Future Past

In X-Men: First Class, the final scene was so exhilarating that it momentarily made you overlook the fact Professor X would eventually use a wheelchair in later years. Conversely, Days of Future Past struggled to maintain its momentum upon release, as the widely admired Marvel prequel saw many mutant characters readied for a fight between good and evil being swiftly eliminated through an unsettlingly convenient folder containing images of mutant autopsies. This detail was hard to miss by viewers.

Arthur Fleck Isn’t The Joker – Joker Folie á Deux

2019’s movie “Joker” served as a low-fi origin tale chronicling Arthur Fleck (played by Joaquin Phoenix) on his descent into madness, eventually transforming into one of DC Comics’ famous villains, the Joker. So, what did the sequel “Joker: Folie á Deux” offer next? It brought Fleck back from the brink of insanity and turned him once again into a puppet of circumstance who is not yet the harlequin king of crime…all through the power of music!

Professor X And Magneto Get Their Powers Back – X-Men: The Last Stand

As a movie enthusiast, I must confess that I found X-Men: The Last Stand perplexing on multiple levels, with several questionable moves. The most confounding choices, however, were undeniably the demise of Professor X (Patrick Stewart) and the supposed curing of Magneto (Ian McKellan) of his mutant abilities…decisions that later proved to be reversed in a pre-MCU instance of concluding scenes intended to maintain an opening for future stories beyond “the last stand.

Danny Ocean’s Finest Are So Easy To Catch – Ocean’s Twelve

As a devoted admirer, I must admit that Ocean’s Eleven set a dazzling standard for stylish, skillful burglary that continues to captivate audiences today. However, when it comes to the sequel, Ocean’s Twelve, opinions can vary wildly within Steven Soderbergh’s heist comedy trilogy. Frankly, the plot hinges on the original crew, who had effortlessly swiped $165 million (plus interest), being unrealistically tracked down and coerced into another caper.

A Major League Joke Swaps Movies – Major League

Changing the original ending of a movie doesn’t necessarily mean it’s a retcon (a change made to previously established facts which has a significant impact on the story). However, for it to be considered a retcon in relation to creating sequel potential, the studio would need to revert back to the original ending. On a lighter note, there was a joke between Tom Berenger and Charlie Sheen in the trailer of the 1989 movie ‘Major League’ that didn’t make it into the first film, but ended up appearing in ‘Major League II’ instead. It seems someone must have found that joke particularly amusing.

The Guns And Walkie Talkies Debate – E.T.: The Extra-terrestrial

In Steven Spielberg’s view, the saying about art being never truly finished but merely shared applies well to his iconic film “E.T.: The Extra-terrestrial“. Regarding the inclusion of firearms in the movie, Spielberg experienced a continuous cycle of changes. For the 2002 anniversary of this timeless blockbuster, he modified certain scenes to substitute guns with walkie-talkies. However, as time passed, Spielberg acknowledged that replacing guns with walkie-talkies was an error he made.

Jigsaw’s First Apprentice – Jigsaw

Which apprentice initially trained under Jigsaw (played by Tobin Bell), and why? In the 2017 movie “Jigsaw”, it was confirmed that Logan Nelson (portrayed by Matt Passmore) was the first apprentice. While the continuity of the Saw series can sometimes be as tangled as a bowl of spaghetti, even on its best days, this retcon takes the prize for being the most surprising twist.

2025-01-27 18:39