30 Huge Mistakes That Ended Up In The Final Versions Of Movies And TV Shows
Do you ever find yourself pointing out those "wait a minute, did you see that?" moments while watching your favorite films? Well, you're not alone! Even in big, flashy movies, there are often small mistakes that sharp-eyed fans love to find. That's exactly what we'll do today as we dive into the fun world of movie blunders.
We've gathered a bunch of silly slip-ups from the "Movie Mistakes" page on "X" that might make you laugh, scratch your head, and wonder how they slipped through the cracks in Hollywood's productions. Whether it's a coffee cup mysteriously appearing in a medieval fantasy epic or a car magically repairing itself mid-chase scene, these images are a reminder that filmmaking isn't always as seamless as it appears on the silver screen. Scroll down for a giggle-filled adventure!
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In just a few months since its creation in May 2023, the “Movie Mistakes” X page has already gathered an impressive following of over 45 thousand people from around the world! It's no surprise since spotting movie blunders is entertainment in itself. Whether it's accessories or clothing mysteriously disappearing in one scene or popcorn bowls magically refilling themselves, it's all part of the fun, as long as it doesn't spoil our watching experience.
Tell us about your film-related adventures. Have you spotted some interesting movie mistakes or funny moments? Feel free to share them with us in the comments!
In the world of movies, there's plenty of fun to be had, from spotting bloopers on screen to exploring exciting movie worlds. Whether you're a casual moviegoer or a big fan, there's something for everyone. Movies take us to different places, introduce us to interesting characters, and stir up all sorts of feelings. Whether it's thrilling action scenes, deep dramas, or hilarious comedies, movies let us forget our everyday worries and enjoy the creative ideas of storytellers.
They always do this... more so in TV shows and cartoons but it bugs me. Kid has pie all over face and hair is all effed up then the next scene they are completely clean and normal again. Usually in movies though they do try to make better attempts at continuity...not here obviously
Let us shift our focus to the broader cinematic landscape and explore how movies have transformed over time, reflecting shifts in technology, culture, and audience desires. Bored Panda contacted Dr. Michael W. Boyce, a professor of English and Film Studies at Booth University College in Winnipeg, Canada and a host of a podcast about fans and fan cultures “Geek 4” to learn more about movie trends.
We asked Boyce whether there are any significant trends or patterns in the movies that are popular with audiences today and how these trends have evolved over time. He shared that for the last decade or so, the predominant trend in cinema has been towards large franchise movies, like the Marvel and DC films. “They have a built-in audience, and, by sharing characters across titles (like Doctor Strange in Spider-man: No Way Home (2021), studios ‘direct’ audiences to come along for multiple films. People think they have to see all the films in a particular franchise because of shared characters and stories.”
According to Boyce, the trend to create interconnected cinematic universes has become increasingly dominant and has been incredibly successful for studios. “But because of how expensive these films are to make, there has been a drastic decline in mid-priced films and fewer movies from genres like romantic comedies and dramas. Similarly, there are fewer original stories being produced and studios continue to prioritize sequels, remakes, and ‘reimaginings’ (like The Batman) of known movies. I don't see this changing,” the professor and podcast host noted.
They could do a whole post on "Cars that magically repair themselves during a movie". There are literally dozens, probably hundreds of scenes where cars ram each other or do a jump and practically bend in half on landing, then the next scene they're perfect. Hell you could probably do a whole post just on cars in the Fast & the Furious movies :P
Even as movies undergo a constant transformation, one thing remains consistent: the presence of movie mistakes or blunders. While some may find these slip-ups entertaining and enjoy the challenge of spotting them or nitpicking, others may simply view them as quirks of the cinematic experience. These errors add an interactive and playful dimension to our movie-watching experience, reminding us that, despite the thoroughly crafted worlds on screen, movies are ultimately a product of human creativity, and a touch of imperfection can make them all the more endearing.
Considering the other things they got wrong, this is pretty minor!
I feel like someone would notice oh s**t she’s wearing the other glove
Her acting REALLY bugged me a 1000 times more once she became a vampire
The character is so poorly written that I don't think anyone could have played it well. It is even used as an example of a poorly written female character in literature.
Load More Replies...I actually noticed this one while watching the movie. It really bugged me!
That first movie was horribly filmed. The shots were weird, the angles where screwy, and her acting was off. I remember thinking this felt like a college project, not the blockbuster it was. The scene in the post picture, when Bella first woke up and looked at the mom, that was bad camera work. I have to think the director wanted that as no cameraman worth his salt should use that lens combo. It made the mom look distorted.
I've only seen bits and pieces but the special effects seem to be made by someone with no idea how real physics works or how to convincingly break them.
Load More Replies...Kristen mentioned that the tubes kept slipping during filming.
People must watch movies frame by frame. I’d never notice any of these watching normally 😊
When you watch a movie enough times, you start to notice these things. Others are just plan obvious.
Load More Replies...All of these are not "movie mistakes" per se, they are continuity errors. A "movie mistake" could also be a plot hole or historical/canon inaccuracies.
I agree. It bugs me that it's literally someone's job to ensure continuity
Load More Replies...Hitchcock said if people notice this kind of things it means that the movie is not entertaining enough!
Huge mistakes ? 99.9999999999999999 % of people never noticed so who gives a f**k?
I stopped reading after like 4 out of the first 5 entries for "HUGE" mistakes were simple continuity errors.
Man ! All I want to know is, where do people get the time to watch movies so meticulously. I`ve seen most of these movies/shows, never noticed anything. ...guess I am the target audience :D
The movie back to the future was not on this list because it was perfect
In the 1990s-2000s I did flower arrangements for tv and movies, and our crew spent a good amount of time on continuity detail. Some flowers wilt quick under hot lights, others are photo-reactive and will bend toward light overnight. So on a multi day shoot we had to have photos of our arrangements to refer to, and extra flowers to replace wilted ones.
Ah dang it I was expecting this to include the replenishing toast in Nacho Libre. Honestly I feel like that might have been intentional though
Continuity errors are boring. They're also inevitable. Even if you notice them during the editing process, you frequently don't have enough alternate footage to prevent them.
Notice the movie back to the future was not on this list because it was perfect
One I've never seen anywhere: In Legends of the Fall, Brad Pitt takes a punch and as he goes down, you see a mouth full of fillings well before fillings were a thing.
One of my faves is Die Hard- Bruce Willis’ character is talking on a pay phone that clearly says it’s Pacific Bell, but the movie takes place in New York.
Maybe this one’s been talked about to death, but the Anaconda waterfall that is flowing upside down was always funny to me.
People must watch movies frame by frame. I’d never notice any of these watching normally 😊
When you watch a movie enough times, you start to notice these things. Others are just plan obvious.
Load More Replies...All of these are not "movie mistakes" per se, they are continuity errors. A "movie mistake" could also be a plot hole or historical/canon inaccuracies.
I agree. It bugs me that it's literally someone's job to ensure continuity
Load More Replies...Hitchcock said if people notice this kind of things it means that the movie is not entertaining enough!
Huge mistakes ? 99.9999999999999999 % of people never noticed so who gives a f**k?
I stopped reading after like 4 out of the first 5 entries for "HUGE" mistakes were simple continuity errors.
Man ! All I want to know is, where do people get the time to watch movies so meticulously. I`ve seen most of these movies/shows, never noticed anything. ...guess I am the target audience :D
The movie back to the future was not on this list because it was perfect
In the 1990s-2000s I did flower arrangements for tv and movies, and our crew spent a good amount of time on continuity detail. Some flowers wilt quick under hot lights, others are photo-reactive and will bend toward light overnight. So on a multi day shoot we had to have photos of our arrangements to refer to, and extra flowers to replace wilted ones.
Ah dang it I was expecting this to include the replenishing toast in Nacho Libre. Honestly I feel like that might have been intentional though
Continuity errors are boring. They're also inevitable. Even if you notice them during the editing process, you frequently don't have enough alternate footage to prevent them.
Notice the movie back to the future was not on this list because it was perfect
One I've never seen anywhere: In Legends of the Fall, Brad Pitt takes a punch and as he goes down, you see a mouth full of fillings well before fillings were a thing.
One of my faves is Die Hard- Bruce Willis’ character is talking on a pay phone that clearly says it’s Pacific Bell, but the movie takes place in New York.
Maybe this one’s been talked about to death, but the Anaconda waterfall that is flowing upside down was always funny to me.