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Narrative technique
A plot twist is a literary technique that introduces a radical change in the direction of the plot in a work of fiction. When it happens near the end of
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)
South Korean girl group
Seohyeon, Aurora, and Nahyun. They debuted with their first extended play, Plot Twist, on August 13, 2025. Nikki Semin-Han, who was the former chief executive
AtHeart
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)
2025 extended play by AtHeart
Plot Twist is the debut extended play (EP) by the South Korean girl group AtHeart. It was released through American entertainment agency Titan Content
Plot_Twist_(EP)
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)
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)
Plot device wherein a fictional character is preserved from harm
plot armor, this can be subverted by their sudden deaths serving as a plot twist or the reveal of a false protagonist. The killings and mutilations of
Plot_armor
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
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
Literary element
may still break from expectations in other ways, such as by employing plot twists or an unreliable narrator. Audiences experience narratives through a
Story_structure
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
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
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)
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
Cause-and-effect events in a narrative
The plot is the series of related events in a narrative. So, each event (except the final one) affects at least one other. Plot may be synonymous with
Plot_(narrative)
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)
Literary technique
is eradicated, often by killing them, usually for shock value or as a plot twist, or changed in terms of their role in the story, such as by making them
False_protagonist
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)
Fictional character from EastEnders
did not originally know this, as there was no announcement prior to the plot twist. In August 2026, it was announced that Thiara had quit the soap after
Ravi_Gulati_(EastEnders)
1992 film by Neil Jordan
the 26th-greatest British film of all time. The film is notable for a plot twist in which a character is revealed to be transgender. At a rural fairground
The_Crying_Game
Secondary strand of a narrative plot
story is a strand of the plot that is a supporting side story for any story or for the main plot. Subplots may connect to main plots, in either time and place
Subplot
2026 film by Michael Tiddes
Shaquille O'Neal, accompanied by Shorty and Ray, who planned the ending plot twist all along. Anthony and Shaquille are betrayed and killed by Shorty and
Scary_Movie_(2026_film)
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
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
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)
2017 single by Sigrid
"Plot Twist" is a song by Norwegian singer-songwriter Sigrid from her debut extended play (EP) Don't Kill My Vibe (2017). The song was released as a digital
Plot_Twist_(Sigrid_song)
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)
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
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)
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
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)
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.
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)
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)
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
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
Fictional Star Wars character
her light-side and dark-side characterization, her role in the Revan plot twist, and her place among Star Wars characters originating from video games
Bastila_Shan
Extended or continuing storyline in episodic storytelling media
A story arc (also narrative arc) is the chronological construction of a plot in a novel, film, or episodic media like television, comic books, comic strips
Story_arc
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)
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)
Fictional Star Wars character
describing Darth Revan as both a vessel for the player and the basis of the plot twist. Ohlen and Drew Karpyshyn cited The Sixth Sense as a model for planting
Revan
Main character of a creative work
character of a story. The protagonist makes key decisions that affect the plot, primarily influencing the story and propelling it forward, and is often
Protagonist
Reversal of circumstances, turning point
a tragedy. It is often an ironic twist. Good uses of Peripeteia are those that especially are parts of a complex plot, so that they are defined by their
Peripeteia
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
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
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
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 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)
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
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)
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
2024 song from the miniseries Agatha All Along
acting as background singers. Anderson-Lopez and Lopez were told about the plot twist that ties the song to Nicholas Scratch and all of the variations of the
The Ballad of the Witches' Road
The_Ballad_of_the_Witches'_Road
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. Georgina Tarrington
Shut Up and Dance (Black Mirror)
Shut_Up_and_Dance_(Black_Mirror)
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
British author
ultimately falls apart after a series of improbable, shading to outlandish, plot twists." The book received the 2019 Barry Award for Best First Novel. This was
C._J._Tudor
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
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
Filipino content creator and actor
Kusina at nagluto ng kanyang plot twist na adobo | Unang Hirit" [Fonz collabs with UH Kitchen and cooks his plot twist adobo | Unang Hirit]. GMA News
Fonz_(content_creator)
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)
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
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
Narrative technique
"into the middle of things") is the plot device of starting a narrative in the chronological middle of the plot or conflict, rather than at the chronological
In_medias_res
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
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)
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
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
Element of story structure
/ˌdeɪnuːˈmɒ̃/) is an element in the structure of many stories, in which all plot lines typically resolve, the major conflict ends or diminishes, events are
Denouement
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)
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
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
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 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
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
Collectible miniatures game
priests and military men. HorrorClix introduces several new game mechanics. Plot twist cards, scenario play, fiction, and individual character cards for each
HorrorClix
Novel written as a series of letters
and poetry: some of the letters were tied together into a (mostly amorous) plot. There is evidence to support both claims. The first truly epistolary novel
Epistolary_novel
Fictional character from EastEnders
Priya Nandra-Hart (Khan Levy) and Avani Nandra-Hart (James) devised in a plot-twist surrounding established character Ravi Gulati (Aaron Thiara) discovering
Priya_Nandra-Hart
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
State of mental uncertainty
Conflict (narrative) Fear Mystery fiction Mystery film Pace (narrative) Plot twist Red herring Thriller (genre) Webster (1969) Beckson & Ganz (1989) Carey
Suspense
Character who contrasts with another character of a narrative work
protagonist may also be the antagonist of the plot. In some cases, a subplot can be used as a foil to the main plot. This is especially true in the case of
Foil_(narrative)
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
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)
2017 EP by Sigrid
supplemented by music videos. The lead single "Don't Kill My Vibe" and "Plot Twist" were respectively released 10 February was released on 10 February and
Don't_Kill_My_Vibe_(EP)
1967 Indian film
previous films in the series. The movie was a hit at box office. The plot twist of the movie was based on that of the 1958 film Vertigo. Sadhana was praised
Anita_(1967_film)
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
plot-driven fiction involving a person or group facing imminent harm, and the attempts made to evade that harm. Thrillers regularly use plot twists,
List_of_writing_genres
Literary genre
in that it also has a mystery to be solved, clues, red herrings, some plot twists along the way and a detective denouement, but differs on several points
Mystery_fiction
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
Literary genre
examines the reasons for the behaviours of the character, which propel the plot and explain the story. Psychological realism is achieved with deep explorations
Psychological_fiction
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 in A Song of Ice and Fire and Game of Thrones
is portrayed as the main character at the beginning of the series, the plot twist of his execution near the end of the first novel and the first season
Ned_Stark
Separation of performers and audience
Purple Rose of Cairo features the breaking of the fourth wall as a central plot point. In Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986), Ferris (Matthew Broderick) regularly
Fourth_wall
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
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)
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)
2020 video game
models. Criticism was directed at the superficial choice mechanics and the 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
Narrator whose credibility is compromised
concealed or greatly misrepresented vital pieces of information. Such a twist ending forces readers to reconsider their point of view and experience of
Unreliable_narrator
Fiction in which an adventure forms the main storyline
main plot, which is not truly an adventure." Adventure has been a common theme since the earliest days of written fiction. Indeed, the standard plot of
Adventure_fiction
Literary device
Frank Baum's The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, may be readily understood as a plot-driven fantasy narrative in an extended fable with talking animals and broadly
Allegory
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PLOT TWIST
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Boy/Male
French
From the flat land.
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.
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.
Girl/Female
Biblical
Lot.
Girl/Female
Australian, Hebrew
Plow
Girl/Female
Biblical
Lot.
Girl/Female
Hebrew
Plow.
Boy/Male
Gujarati, Hindu, Indian, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Oriya, Telugu
Sacred Pot
Girl/Female
Hindu, Indian
Like Pot
Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian
Boat Pilot
Girl/Female
British, English, German
Defensive
Male
Arthurian
, king of Orkney.
Biblical
Lotan, wrapt up; hidden; covered; myrrh; rosin
Boy/Male
Latin
Pilot of Aeneas's boat.
Boy/Male
Arthurian Legend Biblical Hebrew
Name of a king.
Boy/Male
Arabic
Coffee-pot
Girl/Female
Biblical
Suspension of the plow.
Surname or Lastname
English
English : from the personal name Pilot, a Middle English pet form of the Old English personal name Pīla.
Boy/Male
Welsh
From the plow land.
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a.
Secure against harm by plots.
n.
A share in such a plot or scheme; a participation in any stratagem or conspiracy.
imp. & p. p.
of Plot
p. pr. & vb. n.
of Plot
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.
v. t.
To shut with violence; to slam; as, to slot a door.
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.
n.
A small extent of ground; a plat; as, a garden plot.
a.
Alt. of Polt-footed
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.
v. i.
To take a blot; as, this paper blots easily.
n.
A distinct portion or plot of land, usually smaller than a field; as, a building lot in a city.
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.
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.
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.
v. t.
To lay out in plats or plots, as ground.
n.
A crucible; as, a graphite pot; a melting pot.
n.
The quantity contained in a pot; a potful; as, a pot of ale.
n.
A plot; a plan; a design; a diagram; a map; a chart.
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