Getting Surprised! 18 Movies That Start One Way but End in an Unexpected Way

1. Ôdishon 1999，IMDB Rating: 7.1, IMDB Votes: 90291, ID: 0235198
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Ôdishon (1999) is a Japanese horror film directed by Takashi Miike. The movie starts as a romantic drama, with a widower, Aoyama, staging a fake audition to meet a potential new romantic partner. He becomes intrigued by Asami, a reserved woman. However, the movie takes an unexpected turn when Asami’s dark past comes to light. The film’s ending is particularly shocking, with a brutal and disturbing climax. The film’s unexpected ending and the contrast between its non-horrific scenes and the final torture sequence have been noted by critics.
2. Sunshine 2007，IMDB Rating: 7.2, IMDB Votes: 269694, ID: 0448134
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3. The Babysitter 2017，IMDB Rating: 6.4, IMDB Votes: 109868, ID: 4225622
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4. Bridge to Terabithia 2007，IMDB Rating: 7.2, IMDB Votes: 175266, ID: 0398808
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5. From Dusk Till Dawn 1996，IMDB Rating: 7.2, IMDB Votes: 343888, ID: 0116367
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From Dusk Till Dawn starts as a gritty crime thriller, following two outlaw brothers on the run. However, it takes an unexpected turn when they end up at a bar that is a haven for vampires. The film transforms into a gory horror, providing a wild ride that keeps viewers on their toes. It’s a unique blend of genres that makes for a fun and unpredictable viewing experience.
6. Get Out 2017，IMDB Rating: 7.8, IMDB Votes: 714441, ID: 5052448
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Get Out begins as a seemingly straightforward story about a young African-American man visiting his white girlfriend’s parents. However, it evolves into a chilling commentary on racism when it’s revealed that the family is involved in a horrifying scheme. The film masterfully blends social critique with horror, resulting in a deeply unsettling and thought-provoking experience.
7. Knives Out 2019，IMDB Rating: 7.9, IMDB Votes: 783793, ID: 8946378
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Knives Out starts as a classic whodunit, with a detective investigating the death of a wealthy patriarch. However, it cleverly subverts expectations by revealing the murderer midway, shifting focus to whether they will get away with the crime. The film’s clever twists and turns make for a thrilling and satisfying mystery.
8. Full Metal Jacket 1987，IMDB Rating: 8.3, IMDB Votes: 797112, ID: 0093058
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Full Metal Jacket begins as a brutal look at the dehumanizing effects of military training, focusing on a group of U.S. Marine Corps recruits. However, the second half of the film shifts dramatically to the horrors of the Vietnam War. This stark contrast underscores the harsh realities of war and the transformation of the soldiers.
9. Perfume: The Story of a Murderer 2006，IMDB Rating: 7.5, IMDB Votes: 267397, ID: 0396171
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Perfume: The Story of a Murderer starts as a historical drama about a man with a superior sense of smell. However, it takes a dark turn when he becomes obsessed with capturing the scent of young women, leading him down a murderous path. The film’s unexpected journey into horror is both disturbing and intriguing.
10. The Sixth Sense 1999，IMDB Rating: 8.2, IMDB Votes: 1061945, ID: 0167404
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The Sixth Sense is a ghost story that flourishes with hidden dimensions. It’s not a thriller in the modern sense, but it’s a movie that keeps you on edge until the very end. The film’s unexpected twist leaves audiences in awe, making it a perfect example of a movie that starts one way but ends in an unexpected way.
11. Fight Club 1999，IMDB Rating: 8.8, IMDB Votes: 2353800, ID: 0137523
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Fight Club is a celebration of violence where the heroes write themselves a license to drink, smoke, screw and beat one another up. The movie takes unexpected twists and turns, leaving audiences guessing and wondering what will happen next. The ending is a testament to the film’s ability to start one way and end in an unexpected way.
12. The Others 2001，IMDB Rating: 7.6, IMDB Votes: 396814, ID: 0230600
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The Others is a haunted house movie that is quiet and brooding. It’s not a freak show but a waiting game, in which an atmosphere of dread slowly envelops the characters. The film’s unexpected ending makes it a perfect example of a movie that starts one way but ends in an unexpected way.
13. The Prestige 2006，IMDB Rating: 8.5, IMDB Votes: 1456201, ID: 0482571
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The Prestige is a tale of two warring magicians with plenty of time jumping to keep the audience off its trail. The film’s stunning reveals make the audience realize it has been duped. It’s a movie that starts one way but ends in an unexpected way.
14. The Village 2004，IMDB Rating: 6.6, IMDB Votes: 279984, ID: 0368447
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The Village is a movie based on a premise that cannot support it, a premise so transparent it would be laughable were the movie not so deadly solemn. The film’s unexpected ending makes it a perfect example of a movie that starts one way but ends in an unexpected way.
15. The Game 1997，IMDB Rating: 7.7, IMDB Votes: 434464, ID: 0119174
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The Game, a psychological thriller, begins as a wealthy man receives an unusual birthday gift from his brother – a real-life game that spirals out of control. As the game becomes increasingly personal and dangerous, the protagonist’s life turns into chaos. The film’s unexpected ending reveals the true nature of the game, leaving viewers in awe of the intricate plot.
16. The Usual Suspects 1995，IMDB Rating: 8.5, IMDB Votes: 1154439, ID: 0114814
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The Usual Suspects starts as a simple crime story, with five criminals brought together for a heist. However, the film takes a dramatic turn as it delves into the myth of the elusive criminal mastermind, Keyser Soze. The film’s shocking twist ending redefines everything that came before, leaving audiences questioning the truth.
17. Gone Girl 2014，IMDB Rating: 8.1, IMDB Votes: 1079790, ID: 2267998
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Gone Girl begins as a mystery about a wife’s disappearance and a husband suspected of foul play. As the investigation unfolds, the film takes a dark turn, revealing the manipulative games within their marriage. The unexpected ending challenges viewers’ perceptions of truth and deception, making it a gripping watch.
18. Shutter Island 2010，IMDB Rating: 8.2, IMDB Votes: 1477050, ID: 1130884
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Shutter Island starts as a seemingly straightforward investigation into the disappearance of a patient from a remote mental institution. However, as the plot unfolds, reality becomes increasingly distorted. The film’s unexpected ending forces viewers to question the nature of reality and the reliability of perception.