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Narrative technique
A plot twist is a literary technique that introduces a radical change in the direction or expected outcome of the plot in a work of fiction. When it happens
Plot_twist
Topics referred to by the same term
outcome of the plot in a work of fiction. Plot twist may also refer to: "Plot Twist" (Sigrid song), 2017 "Plot Twist" (TWS song), 2024 "Plot Twist" (Drake song)
Plot_Twist_(disambiguation)
2024 single by TWS
"Plot Twist" (Korean: 첫 만남은 계획대로 되지 않아; RR: Cheon mannameun gyehoekdaero doeji ana; lit. 'The first meeting doesn't go as planned') is a song by South
Plot_Twist_(TWS_song)
South Korean boy band
establish "boyhood pop" with Sparkling Blue, the album was led by the single "Plot Twist", which discussed the "thrill of a first encounter". Just twenty-three
TWS_(group)
South Korean girl group
day it was announced that Aurora was excluded due to health problems. Plot Twist was later released globally on August 13 at 6 p.m. (KST), which includes
AtHeart
American convicted of murder on death row
killed. Dateline NBC ("Plot Twist", first aired January 15, 2016; "Final Curtain," first aired November 30, 2018; "Plot Twist" repackaged and shown on
Daniel_Wozniak_(murderer)
2026 Indian film
over each other". Bhuvanesh Chandar of The Hindu compared the film's plot twist to that of the prequel, "but every character served the story and not
Kaalidas_2
2025 extended play by AtHeart
Plot Twist is the debut extended play (EP) by the South Korean girl group AtHeart. It was released through entertainment agency Titan Content [ko] on August
Plot_Twist_(EP)
Plot device wherein a fictional character is preserved from harm
works are often shielded from destruction by plot armor, their deaths in certain works function as a plot twist. Within certain works of fiction, elements
Plot_armor
American folk pop band
Two more singles were released in 2023 in promotion of it: "Shocking Plot Twist" and "Platonic Best Friend". Their fourth studio album was released on
Bug_Hunter_(band)
2nd episode of the 2nd series of Black Mirror
considered useful for a sequel story. The main change was the addition of a plot twist at the end of the script, which was noted as the most impressive aspect
White_Bear_(Black_Mirror)
2nd episode of the 6th series of Black Mirror
about the characters and acting. Critics were ambivalent towards the plot twist. Davis McCardle (Samuel Blenkin) visits his childhood home in Loch Henry
Loch_Henry
Cause-and-effect events in a narrative
or other narrative, the plot is the mapping of events in which each one (except the final) affects at least one other. Plot is similar in meaning to
Plot_(narrative)
8th episode of the 2nd season of The Boys
the best television series ever done, while also praising the episode plot-twist of Victoria Neuman being the assassin and the set-up for the third season
What I Know (The Boys episode)
What_I_Know_(The_Boys_episode)
2026 film by Kristoffer Borgli
Hamedy, Saba (April 3, 2026). "The Drama courts controversy over major plot twist". NBC News. Retrieved April 6, 2026. "Parkland Survivor Jackie Corin on
The_Drama_(film)
List of methods used to convey information in a narrative
in all works of narrative, rather than being merely optional strategies. Plot device Rhetorical device Orehovec, Barbara (2003). Revisiting the Reading
List_of_narrative_techniques
Fictional character from the Metal Gear series
however his villainy as the secret leader of Outer Heaven is revealed in a plot twist. Surviving his apparent death at the hands of Solid Snake, Big Boss is
Big_Boss_(Metal_Gear)
2026 film by Michael Tiddes
Shaquille O'Neal, accompanied by Shorty and Ray, who planned for the ending plot twist all along. Anthony and Shaquille are betrayed and killed by Shorty and
Scary_Movie_(2026_film)
Information on crucial plot elements
Typically, the conclusion of a plot, including the climax and ending, is regarded as highly susceptible to spoilers. Plot twists are also prone to spoilers
Spoiler_(media)
Fallacious approach to mislead an audience
of fallacies § Red herring fallacies MacGuffin Non sequitur (fallacy) Plot twist Red herring prospectus Shaggy dog story Snipe hunt (a fool's errand or
Red_herring
2025 novel by Charlotte McConaghy
scuttles the momentum with predictable romantic subplots, and a late-stage plot twist strains credulity. For the most part, though, McConaghy blends entertainment
Wild_Dark_Shore
2020 video game
superficial choice mechanics, predictable action sequences, and a polarising plot twist ending. The third game in the series, House of Ashes, was revealed in
The Dark Pictures Anthology: Little Hope
The_Dark_Pictures_Anthology:_Little_Hope
6th episode of the 4th series of Black Mirror
reviewers found its storyline and characterisation poor and the final plot twist proved polarising. The episode generally received weak rankings by critics
Black_Museum_(Black_Mirror)
2024 EP by TWS
Pledis Entertainment. It was promoted by the singles "Oh Mymy: 7s" and "Plot Twist". It debuted atop the Circle Album Chart and at number three of the Japanese
Sparkling_Blue
2023 video game
The Last Case of Benedict Fox is a Metroidvania video game developed by Plot Twist and published by Rogue Games. Players control Benedict Fox, a detective
The_Last_Case_of_Benedict_Fox
Story writing technique
A plot device or plot mechanism is any technique in a narrative used to move the plot forward. A clichéd plot device may annoy the reader and a contrived
Plot_device
Literary technique
anticipated them. Hints may be about future events, character revelations, and plot twists to create mood, convey theme, and build suspense, usually to hint at
Foreshadowing
Severance character
Lumon Industries, and later becomes a love interest to Mark S. A major plot twist in the series reveals her "outie" personality to be Helena Eagan; one
Helly_R.
British television series
review as such, said that the plot twist in the final episode was representative of the series' issues with plot twists as a whole, "each one losing more
Nightsleeper
Fictional character from EastEnders
that Anna's mother ran out on her family when Anna was only eleven. In a plot twist from episode 6719, originally broadcast on 21 June 2023, it was revealed
Anna_Knight
Chinese video streaming application
digital publisher COL Group. ReelShort's short dramas emphasize rapid plot twists, heightened emotional conflicts, and minimal character development. The
ReelShort
1995 film by Bryan Singer
wider release. Praise went towards the mystery elements, screenplay, plot twist, and Spacey's performance. McQuarrie won the Academy Award for Best Original
The_Usual_Suspects
American fantasy-comedy television series (2016–2020)
acclaim for its originality, writing, acting, setting, and tone. Its plot twists were particularly praised, as were the show's exploration and creative
The_Good_Place
Fictional character in the Metal Gear series
form of social Darwinism. While initially presented as a normal human, a plot twist prior to his battle with game protagonist Raiden reveals Armstrong to
Senator Armstrong (Metal Gear)
Senator_Armstrong_(Metal_Gear)
2024 film by Syafiq Yusof
and filmmaker for its direction, writing, casting, cinematography and plot twist. it grossed over 64 million against the budget 6 million ringgit, it held
Sheriff:_Narko_Integriti
4th episode of the 3rd series of Black Mirror
with particular praise for Mbatha-Raw's and Davis's performances, its plot twist, visual style, and its unusual uplifting tone. It received higher critical
San_Junipero
Horror film by Alejandro Amenábar
Critics praised the atmosphere, performances (particularly Kidman), and plot twist. At the 16th Goya Awards, The Others earned a leading fifteen nominations
The_Others_(2001_film)
2025 Malaysian film
praised action, acting, direction and cinematography but criticize the plot, twist and lack of character development. It grossed over 80 million at the
Blood_Brothers_(2025_film)
Dramatic principle
meaning of a plot element that is introduced early in a story, whose significance to the plot does not become clear until later. This plot twist meaning is
Chekhov's_gun
Fictional character from Frozen
villainy has been praised as an example of toxic masculinity, the unexpected plot twist has been criticised for being upsetting and confusing for younger viewers
Hans_(Frozen)
2026 song by Drake
"Plot Twist" is a song by Canadian rapper Drake from his studio album Iceman (2026). Drake first previewed the song in October 2024 during his birthday
Plot_Twist_(Drake_song)
Indian Kannada-language drama film
directed by K.S.Ramanath starring Ramesh Aravind and Soundarya. Though the plot twist was based on the 1954 movie Andha Naal, the title card credited the story
Aryabhata_(film)
Story plot device
(sometimes McGuffin) is an object, device, or event that is necessary to the plot and the motivation of the characters, but insignificant, unimportant, or
MacGuffin
American rapper (born 1996)
(Freestyle)" (2024) "Ted Talk" (2023) "Sandcastles" (with Ab-Soul) (2023) "Plot Twist" (with London Monét) (2023) "Kim Possible" (2022) "Tradeline" (2022) "Dawg
Ray_Vaughn
2015 video game
playable horror movie, but its success is all down to a killer, real-life plot-twist". GamesRadar+. Archived from the original on 8 February 2018. Retrieved
Until_Dawn
American podcast host and influencer (born 1992)
Alex Cooper". People. Retrieved April 27, 2026. "Sofia Franklyn Memoir Plot Twist ... Crack Memory Was Actually Meth!!!". TMZ. March 6, 2026. Retrieved
Sofia_Franklyn
2017 novel by Katie Kitamura
that "the novel’s incredible strength relies not on the plot twist but on how that plot twist is narrated and renarrated." The Guardian noted that "Kitamura’s
A_Separation_(novel)
English idiom
circle of knowledge (e.g., explaining an in-joke), or the revelation of a plot twist in a movie or play. It also means to reveal a secret carelessly or by
Letting the cat out of the bag
Letting_the_cat_out_of_the_bag
British actor (born 1988)
the series, credited under his late father's name to conceal a related plot twist. Shazad Latif played ISIS fighter Bilel in the 2018 thriller film Profile
Shazad_Latif
1992 film by Neil Jordan
the 26th-greatest British film of all time. The film is notable for a plot twist in which the sex of the character Dil is revealed through a nude scene
The_Crying_Game
Genre of literature, film, and television
the plot builds towards a climax. The cover-up of important information is a common element. Literary devices such as red herrings, plot twists, unreliable
Thriller_(genre)
2002 American psychological thriller film
flurry of fast, expository scenes and suspense-movie setups." He felt the plot twist "renders everything that came before completely nonsensical" and concluded
High_Crimes
character's name was not yet revealed. Roberts' revealed he knew about the plot-twist beforehand. He also added that he had quite a journey during the audition
List of Coronation Street characters introduced in 2024
List_of_Coronation_Street_characters_introduced_in_2024
1999 film by David Fincher
Fincher supported including the twist, arguing, "If they accept everything up to this point, they'll accept the plot twist. If they're still in the theater
Fight_Club
Character of a work actively opposing the protagonist
norms or other rules may also be antagonists. An antagonist is used as a plot device, to set up conflicts, obstacles, or challenges for the protagonist
Antagonist
Literary element
chosen order and sometimes specifically referring to the ordering of the plot: the narrative series of events, though this can vary based on culture. In
Story_structure
Indian film director, film producer and screenwriter (born 1983)
with every new film, noting how he intentionally avoided including a plot twist in Jagame Thandhiram, which disappointed some audiences. "Kadhalil Sodhapathathu
Karthik_Subbaraj
Topics referred to by the same term
Look up plot, plots, or plotting in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. Plot or plotting may refer to: Plot (narrative), the connected story elements of a
Plot
British web series
colourful environment against disturbing themes; each episode develops a plot twist that incorporates psychological horror, surreal imagery, dark comedy,
Don't_Hug_Me_I'm_Scared
1996 film directed by Gregory Hoblit
Polish, is also similarly inspired by this movie. Mental illness in films Plot twist – Narrative technique "15 Highest-Earning Edward Norton Movies Of All
Primal_Fear_(film)
Fictional parasitic alien
The player's discovery of the Flood in Halo: Combat Evolved is a major plot twist, and was one of the surprises reviewers noted positively. The Flood's
Flood_(Halo)
2003 Indian film by Naresh Malhotra
drunk and drives home with Anita, soon colliding with another car. A plot twist reveals that Tia and Raj were in the other car. Anita and Raj are killed
Dil_Ka_Rishta
2012 Canadian film
to keep the film to a certain run time, so she had to abbreviate the plot twist. Although she recognizes that some people find it to be tacked on, she
Chained_(2012_film)
2nd episode of the 9th season of The Simpsons
episodes in Simpsons history", adding that "a blatant, continuity-scrambling plot twist of this sort might've been forgivable if the result had been as funny
The_Principal_and_the_Pauper
Fictional character in the film Who Framed Roger Rabbit
appearing in other related film villain media lists. The character and his plot twist reveal as a toon are commonly rated as some of the scariest moments in
Judge_Doom
Character from The Boys
Kripke has stated that while Homelander can "in theory" be killed, a plot twist which involved the character being killed by his clone Black Noir in the
Homelander
Character in the 1995 film The Usual Suspects
alike. Further events in the story make these accounts unreliable; in a plot twist, a police sketch identifies Kint and Söze as one and the same. The character
Keyser_Söze
Background information within a narrative
This information can be about the setting, characters' backstories, prior plot events, historical context, etc. In literature, exposition appears in the
Exposition_(narrative)
Literary or social stereotype story character
cases, they can also enhance narrative elements like suspense, irony, or plot twists if those expectations end up subverted. There is often confusion between
Stock_character
3rd episode of the 3rd series of Black Mirror
polarised as to whether the episode's tone was effective, whether the plot twist was good and whether the episode had interesting themes. Kenny (Alex Lawther)
Shut Up and Dance (Black Mirror)
Shut_Up_and_Dance_(Black_Mirror)
Filipino singer and actor (born 2001)
2025. De Guzman, Alyana (February 13, 2026). "Maris Racal reveals the 'plot twist' with Cup of Joe's Gian Bernardino". ABS-CBN. Retrieved February 13, 2026
Gian_Bernardino
Fictional character in the Halo video game series
from the main human protagonist Master Chief to a former enemy was a plot twist Halo developer Bungie kept highly secret. The character's name was changed
Arbiter_(Halo)
Fictional character from The Young and the Restless
saying he was unhappy with his storyline long before the homosexuality plot twist was aired. In 2013, Muhney was fired from the role and made his last appearance
Adam_Newman
Resident Evil character
Department special forces unit, before his villainy is revealed in a plot twist. He seemingly dies in the finale, but returns in Resident Evil – Code:
Albert_Wesker
2012 Canadian film
script for The Tall Man, which impressed her with its unpredictable plot twists. She became enthusiastic about the project and wanted to work with him
The_Tall_Man_(2012_film)
Fictional character
vulnerable actions. Georgia’s life story is depicted through flashbacks and plot twists that reveal her life of childhood abuse, teen parenthood, and constant
Georgia_Miller_(character)
First-person shooter video game franchise
time and a demonstration of video game as an art form. The original's plot twist, where the player discovers that the player-character Jack has been coerced
BioShock_(series)
2003 Canadian drama film directed by Jacob Tierney
a retelling of Charles Dickens' classic 1838 novel Oliver Twist. The plot of Oliver Twist is updated to the present day, and moved out of the London
Twist_(2003_film)
Jurassic Park character
speculated that Maisie had dinosaur DNA and was disappointed with the eventual plot twist that she is a human clone, finding it underdeveloped. Referring to the
Maisie_Lockwood
1837–1839 novel by Charles Dickens
Oliver Twist; or, The Parish Boy's Progress, is the second novel by English author Charles Dickens. It was originally published as a serial from 1837
Oliver_Twist
Film by Rick Rosenthal
the story of Michael Myers and Laurie Strode. It also introduces the plot twist of Laurie Strode being the sister of Michael Myers, an element that would
Halloween_II_(1981_film)
American-Canadian science fiction anthology television series (1995–2002)
Outer Limits is an anthology of distinct story episodes, sometimes with a plot twist at the end. The revival series maintained an anthology format but occasionally
The Outer Limits (1995 TV series)
The_Outer_Limits_(1995_TV_series)
2013 film by Lasse Hallström
predictable, and melodramatic, Safe Haven also suffers from a ludicrous plot twist, making for a particularly ignominious Nicholas Sparks adaptation." On
Safe_Haven_(film)
Dramatic structure
Screenplay: The Foundations of Screenwriting. As the story moves along, the plot usually progresses in such a way as to pose a major dramatic question. For
Three-act_structure
2023 single by Lizzy McAlpine
where a trend of young women running through the rain and snow to the plot twist in the song's final verse soundtracked hundreds of thousands of videos
Ceilings_(song)
5th episode of the 3rd series of Black Mirror
time of rising xenophobia in Europe and America. Other critics found the plot twist predictable and remarked that the storyline relied too heavily on cliches
Men_Against_Fire
13th episode of the 1st season of The Good Place
to design neighborhoods in the afterlife. The episode is known for its plot twist, in which the neighborhood is revealed to be the Bad Place in disguise
Michael's_Gambit
Extended or continuing storyline in episodic storytelling media
A story arc (also narrative arc) is the chronological construction of a plot in a novel or story. It can also mean an extended or continuing storyline
Story_arc
18th episode of the 5th season of Steven Universe
supposed shattering of Pink Diamond millennia ago, and builds to a major plot twist for the series: the revelation that Steven's mother Rose Quartz was actually
A_Single_Pale_Rose
Character in A Song of Ice and Fire and Game of Thrones
character in the novel and the first season of the TV adaptation, the plot twist of Ned's execution near the end of the novel and the end of the first
Ned_Stark
2016 single by Tian Storm and Everslkr
kecil mulai aktif" — Changes of lyrics on the remix version features a plot twist, featuring a reference to an Internet meme originating from a milk advertisement
Ampun_Bang_Jago
Genre combining thriller and psychological fiction
perceived literary value. Plot twist – Films such as Psycho and The Skeleton Key have advertised the fact that they contain plot twists and asked audiences
Psychological_thriller
2014 film by Gregg Araki
Star reporter Jocelyn Noveck said, "It all comes down to a doozy of a plot twist, and it's enjoyably shocking. But at the end you're still left shaking
White_Bird_in_a_Blizzard
Literary genre
story has been described as a "whodunit" murder mystery with multiple plot twists. The story has detective fiction elements. Two other Arabian Nights stories
Crime_fiction
12th episode of the 2nd season of Poker Face
episode received critical acclaim, with critics praising the episode's plot twist, performances, tone, directing, and set-up for next season. While traveling
The End of the Road (Poker Face)
The_End_of_the_Road_(Poker_Face)
American animated sitcom
series has abounded with random, unexpected occurrences and surprise plot twists as result of the characters and the very makeup of the program. For example
American_Dad!
American singer and songwriter
Music Chart". THE OFFICIAL NZ MUSIC CHART. Retrieved October 4, 2017. "Plot Twist (feat. Kyle) – Single by Marc E. Bassy on Apple Music". iTunes. Apple
Marc_E._Bassy
2022 film directed by Kookie Gulati
2023. "Dhokha: Round D Corner Movie Review : Suffers from a predictable plot twist". The Times of India. Retrieved 23 September 2022. "Dhokha Round D Corner
Dhokha:_Round_D_Corner
2025 novel by Susan Choi
or a lesson. Writing for The Guardian, Beejay Silcox stated that "the plot twist mid-novel was a jolt that added suspense and intrigue to the work." Regarding
Flashlight_(novel)
7th episode of the 1st season of House of the Dragon
between Aemond and other children, the midnight confrontation, the closing plot twist, and performances of the cast, particularly Olivia Cooke. Nevertheless
Driftmark
PLOT TWIST
PLOT TWIST
Boy/Male
Latin
Pilot of Aeneas's boat.
Girl/Female
Hindu, Indian
Like Pot
Male
Arthurian
, king of Orkney.
Boy/Male
Arabic
Coffee-pot
Girl/Female
Hindu, Indian
Earthen Pot
Male
Greek
(Λώτ) Greek form of Hebrew Lowt, LOT means "covering, veil." In the bible, this is the name of a nephew of Abraham and father of Moab.
Girl/Female
Biblical
Lot.
Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian
Boat Pilot
Boy/Male
French
From the flat land.
Surname or Lastname
English
English : from the personal name Pilot, a Middle English pet form of the Old English personal name Pīla.
Boy/Male
Arthurian Legend Biblical Hebrew
Name of a king.
Girl/Female
Biblical
Suspension of the plow.
Girl/Female
Australian, Hebrew
Plow
Biblical
Lotan, wrapt up; hidden; covered; myrrh; rosin
Girl/Female
Biblical
Lot.
Girl/Female
British, English, German
Defensive
Boy/Male
Gujarati, Hindu, Indian, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Oriya, Telugu
Sacred Pot
Girl/Female
Hebrew
Plow.
Surname or Lastname
English
English : topographic name for someone who lived on a small plot of land, from late Old English plot.Jewish (eastern Ashkenazic) : occupational name for a fence maker or carpenter, from Slavic ‘fence’ (Polish płot, Russian plot). Compare Plotnik.
Boy/Male
Welsh
From the plow land.
PLOT TWIST
PLOT TWIST
Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian, Tamil, Telugu
Lord of Muruga
Girl/Female
Arabic, Muslim
Blue Sky
Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Sanskrit, Traditional
Philosopher's Stone; Name of Ganesha
Girl/Female
Muslim
Comely, Beautiful
Boy/Male
Indian
Book of God
Male
Greek
(á¼Î²Ïαμ) Greek usage of Hebrew Abram, ABRAM means "father of elevation." In use by the English.Â
Girl/Female
Hindu, Indian
Daughter of Shiva
Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian, Kannada, Telugu
Golden
Male
Egyptian
, a mystical serpent.
Surname or Lastname
English
English : habitational name from a lost place in Sussex named Dudehay ‘Dudda’s enclosure (Old English hæg).Irish : reduced Anglicized form of Gaelic Ó Dubhda (see Dowd).
PLOT TWIST
PLOT TWIST
PLOT TWIST
PLOT TWIST
PLOT TWIST
n.
A separate portion; a number of things taken collectively; as, a lot of stationery; -- colloquially, sometimes of people; as, a sorry lot; a bad lot.
n.
A metallic or earthen vessel, appropriated to any of a great variety of uses, as for boiling meat or vegetables, for holding liquids, for plants, etc.; as, a quart pot; a flower pot; a bean pot.
a.
Alt. of Polt-footed
v. t.
To shut with violence; to slam; as, to slot a door.
n.
A distinct portion or plot of land, usually smaller than a field; as, a building lot in a city.
n.
Contrivance; deep reach of thought; ability to plot or intrigue.
v. t.
To make a plot, map, pr plan, of; to mark the position of on a plan; to delineate.
p. pr. & vb. n.
of Plot
n.
A small piece or plot of ground laid out with some design, or for a special use; usually, a portion of flat, even ground.
imp. & p. p.
of Plot
v. t.
To lay out in plats or plots, as ground.
n.
A crucible; as, a graphite pot; a melting pot.
a.
Secure against harm by plots.
n.
A share in such a plot or scheme; a participation in any stratagem or conspiracy.
v. t.
To obliterate, as writing with ink; to cancel; to efface; -- generally with out; as, to blot out a word or a sentence. Often figuratively; as, to blot out offenses.
n.
A plot; a plan; a design; a diagram; a map; a chart.
n.
The quantity contained in a pot; a potful; as, a pot of ale.
n.
A small extent of ground; a plat; as, a garden plot.
n.
Any scheme, stratagem, secret design, or plan, of a complicated nature, adapted to the accomplishment of some purpose, usually a treacherous and mischievous one; a conspiracy; an intrigue; as, the Rye-house Plot.
v. i.
To take a blot; as, this paper blots easily.