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Secondary strand of a narrative plot
In fiction, a subplot or side 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
Subplot
Play by William Shakespeare
in Athens, and consists of several subplots that revolve around the marriage of Theseus and Hippolyta. One subplot involves a conflict among four Athenian
A_Midsummer_Night's_Dream
Main character of a creative work
obstacles and choices. If a story contains a subplot, or is a narrative made up of several stories, then each subplot may have its own protagonist. The protagonist
Protagonist
1972 Indian film
and social and political corruption are shown. There are four disjunct subplots shown in the film. The prologue of the film follows after the plot of Interview
Calcutta_71
2025 film by Jared Bush and Byron Howard
(November 25, 2025). "Zootopia 2 is a stagnant sequel with one stellar subplot". The A.V. Club. Retrieved December 16, 2025. Evans, Olivia (December 5
Zootopia_2
2026 Indian film by Shaneil Deo
The Hindu wrote "For that to land, the writing of both characters and subplots needs to hold. Sesh and Shaneil, who share screenplay credits, pack the
Dacoit:_A_Love_Story
1990 novel by Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman
having grown accustomed to their comfortable surroundings in England. One subplot features a mix-up at the small country hospital on the day of birth and
Good_Omens
1976 film by Jack Smight
particularly involving the use of stock footage and an unnecessary romance subplot, the music score by John Williams and the cinematography by Harry Stradling
Midway_(1976_film)
2021 Marvel Studios film
Church's role in the film was originally meant to be larger, counting with a subplot of his own about Sandman's relationship with his daughter Penny (who was
Spider-Man:_No_Way_Home
1964 horror film by Roger Corman
story by Edgar Allan Poe, and incorporates a subplot based on another Poe tale, "Hop-Frog". Another subplot is drawn from Torture by Hope by Auguste Villiers
The Masque of the Red Death (1964 film)
The_Masque_of_the_Red_Death_(1964_film)
2025 Indian film by Sujeeth
often at the cost of layered storytelling and character arcs. Several subplots are undercooked, and familiar tropes such as the wife’s murder and the
They_Call_Him_OG
1995 film by Kim Henkel
serve as caricatures of American youth. Henkel's screenplay introduces a subplot involving a secret society that employs Leatherface and his family to torment
The Return of the Texas Chainsaw Massacre
The_Return_of_the_Texas_Chainsaw_Massacre
1984 musical by Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson and Tim Rice
American version with regard to the plot, though the American version's subplot with Florence's father was cut. Act 1 was set in Merano, and Act 2 was
Chess_(musical)
1974 film by Terence Young
Alan (Wendell Wellman) who did not want to go to West Point. There was a subplot where Stencill sided with Alan. All this was cut from the final film. In
The_Klansman
Play by William Shakespeare
drinking, until she becomes a desirable, compliant, and obedient bride. The subplot features a competition among the suitors of Katherina's younger sister
The_Taming_of_the_Shrew
1993 US law enforcement siege in Texas
"Waco", which is themed all around the siege. The Waco siege is used as a subplot in the episode "Two Guys Naked in a Hot Tub" of South Park S3E8. In the
Waco_siege
2021 Marvel Studios film
environments", but wrote that the narrative "struggles to juggle its many subplots and tries to do too much". Mark Kennedy of the Associated Press criticized
Eternals_(film)
Character who contrasts with another character of a narrative work
the 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
Foil_(narrative)
Irish-Canadian television series
anything at all — like how the series treats a funny and slightly disturbing subplot involving abortion. The show knows that there's a cultural conversation
Sisters_(2023_TV_series)
American actress (born 2001)
(Telugu/Kannada) Junior. BVS Prakash of Deccan Chronicle stated, "The romantic subplot with Sreeleela feels forced and lacks any emotional weight, though she
Sreeleela
Canadian actor, improvisor, filmmaker, writer and director
directed and produced a number of independent films, including Rio Loco, Subplot, Subplot II and Hearts of Plastic. In March 2026 he was being treated for leukemia
Dana_Andersen
Line of tablet computers by Apple
2010. Retrieved January 27, 2010. Siegler, MG (January 28, 2010). "The Subplots Of The iPad Blockbuster". TechCrunch. Archived from the original on January
IPad
Secret post-WWII United States program
reformed Hydra within S.H.I.E.L.D. Moonglow – a 2016 novel which features a subplot which is based on Operation Paperclip. A History of What Comes Next – a
Operation_Paperclip
2003 Canadian television miniseries
while Peter O'Toole was nominated for Best Supporting Actor. The film's subplot follows the struggles of Fritz Gerlich, a German journalist who opposes
Hitler:_The_Rise_of_Evil
1991 film by Jon Avnet
United States, when it previously did not have such a status. The film's subplot concerns Evelyn's dissatisfaction with her marriage, her life, her growing
Fried_Green_Tomatoes
1993 film by George P. Cosmatos
with producer James Jacks to pare down Jarre's sprawling script, deleting subplots and emphasizing the relationship between Wyatt and Doc. One way or another
Tombstone_(film)
1997 film by Gus Van Sant
around the city, as Affleck and Damon felt they had to include an action subplot to make the film commercially appealing. The duo improvised some of the
Good_Will_Hunting
2023 Marvel comics storyline
"Gang War" is a 2023 storyline published by Marvel Comics. It was created by Zeb Wells and John Romita Jr. The story involves Spider-Man and the local
Gang_War_(comics)
American adult animated sitcom
Esther agrees to give friendship with her school peers another chance. In a subplot, Nathan, Ben, and Abaddon are tasked with restoring electricity to the
Haunted_Hotel
Indian Malayalam-language drama thriller film
of Paathirathri, with the introduction of intriguing characters and a subplot provides comic relief and highlights Jancy's competence. According to her
Paathirathri
American filmmaker (born 1970)
follows a beleaguered entrepreneur in love with his sister's co-worker. A subplot was inspired by civil engineer David Phillips. Sandler received critical
Paul_Thomas_Anderson
the 2015 DC Comics Mortal Kombat X prequel series, he is featured in a subplot that shows him fighting and being maimed by Kotal Kahn in a battle for
Characters of the Mortal Kombat series
Characters_of_the_Mortal_Kombat_series
2007 American film
phones are often passed off to avoid tracing; the DVD extras explain a subplot on this concept that was cut from the film. Director Gavin Hood stated
Rendition_(film)
Sequence of situations in narrative theory
seen in the eyes of those characters that together form a plot element or subplot in the work of fiction. In this sense, each narrative thread is the narrative
Narrative_thread
American sports executive (1945–2026)
Michael (November 28, 2017). "Larry King Calls 'Battle of the Sexes' Lesbian Subplot 'Total BS'". Movies. Retrieved October 30, 2020. "Billie Jean King wins
Larry_King_(tennis)
American actress (born 1954)
show due to the stillbirth, opting instead to write off her absences in a subplot in which Peg is traveling the world to reunite her parents. In scenes where
Katey_Sagal
Season of television series
The second season of the American drama television series 24, also known as Day 2, was first broadcast from October 29, 2002, to May 20, 2003, on Fox.
24_season_2
referred to as the subplot experimental unit. There are 16 subplot experimental units for this experiment. Current is the subplot factor in this experiment
Restricted_randomization
Cause-and-effect events in a narrative
complex interwoven structures, with each part sometimes referred to as a subplot. E. M. Forster described plot events as relating through the principle
Plot_(narrative)
Indian comedy drama film
of The News Minute wrote, "With weak character arcs, a pointless heist subplot, and jokes that fail to land, this sequel to ‘MAD’ proves that not every
Mad_Square
Sebastian Saga from using Ricky's music to take over the world. In the subplot, Clover has a crush on schoolmate Damon Reynolds, who plays guitar and
List of Totally Spies! episodes
List_of_Totally_Spies!_episodes
2009 British legal drama TV series
both in the corrupt underworld and among the political elite. A major subplot running through the series concerns Garrow's relationship with Lady Sarah
Garrow's_Law
American fantasy drama television series
to Antonia's power, binds her against her will to acquire her powers. Subplots include Lafayette's introduction to the world of magic and his abilities
True_Blood
Fictional character from American Dad!
frequently being the subject or facilitator of an episode's main story or subplot. This also helps to amplify his pansexuality and androgynous nature, which
Roger_(American_Dad!)
Literary archetype
Trickster subplot in The Relapse: Tom Fashion, pretending to be Lord Foppington, parleys with Sir Tunbelly Clumsey in a 19th-century illustration by William
Trickster
American cartoon series and franchise
Adolf Hitler and then spits on it. This scene is cut out of reruns The subplot of this short is considered dark since it had references of alcoholism
Tom_and_Jerry
Emperor of Russia from 1796 to 1801
Paul I's assassination. The Soviet experimental film Assa (1987) has a subplot revolving around Paul's murder; Paul is portrayed by Dmitry Dolinin [ru]
Paul_I_of_Russia
American comedian
He wrote two episodes of Seinfeld ("The Soup" and the Kramer/chimpanzee subplot of "The Face Painter"). He also appeared as Fred in the episode "The Secret
Fred_Stoller
9th season of Futurama
the rest of the Planet Express crew gets involved in various comedic subplots. 155 5 "One Is Silicon and the Other Gold" Ira Sherak Maiya Williams August 26
Futurama_season_9
2024 German dark humor television series
half-hour episodes never overstay their welcome, and there are no extraneous subplots to pad the season, a rarity for a streaming series. Monika Plura’s sleek
Murder_Mindfully
Wednesday character
was also briefly played by Jenna Ortega, as the result of a body swap subplot in the series' second season. Ortega had insufficient time to research
Enid_Sinclair
4th episode of the 6th season of Star Trek: The Next Generation
interview, J. D. Payne and Patrick McKay revealed that the mysterious subplot of "Relics" surrounding Scotty inspired the story they had conceived for
Relics (Star Trek: The Next Generation)
Relics_(Star_Trek:_The_Next_Generation)
7th episode of the 10th season of The Simpsons
to study and receives an A+++ grade, but becomes guilt-ridden. In the subplot, Homer buys a lobster with the intention of fattening him up to eat, but
Lisa_Gets_an_"A"
2024 Indian Telugu action thriller film
stars and wrote, "While the screenplay occasionally gets bogged down by subplots, the film’s core strength lies in its engaging concept and strong performances
Zebra_(film)
Indian singer and actor (1929–1987)
a car mechanic who has a romance with a city girl; (Madhubala) with a subplot involving the brothers. Kumar acted in and composed the music for Jhumroo
Kishore_Kumar
Film by Danny Boyle
upset because the gravity is wrong." Boyle originally included romantic subplots, including a sex scene planned between the characters Capa (Murphy) and
Sunshine_(2007_film)
21st episode of the 9th season of The Simpsons
news anchor, Lisa becomes jealous and seeks revenge. Meanwhile, in the subplot, Homer gets a monkey helper because of his laziness. "Girly Edition" was
Girly_Edition
2006–2008 American animated TV series
the characters deal with through the rest of the episode, with a minor subplot running beneath the main plot. After the problem is resolved, the LilyMu
Kappa_Mikey
1995 film by Singeetam Srinivasa Rao
Nizhalgal Ravi. Music was by Ilaiyaraaja and lyrics were by Vaali. The comedy subplot was inspired by Crazy Mohan's play Madhu +2. The film was successful at
Chinna_Vathiyar
2000 French miniseries
many subplots that were not present in the original story and radically altering characterizations. Some of the changes include adding a subplot where
Les Misérables (2000 miniseries)
Les_Misérables_(2000_miniseries)
9th episode of the 9th season of The Big Bang Theory
and Amy's relationship as they meet-up, after being broken up. The next subplot follows Bernadette, Raj, Emily and Howard where they volunteer at a soup
The_Platonic_Permutation
characters". They remarked how each character from the series had two subplots making the reader hard to remember although that made them more complex
List_of_Bleach_characters
2014 Turkish film by Nuri Bilge Ceylan
Bilge Ceylan, adapted from the novella "The Wife" by Anton Chekhov and one subplot of The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoevsky. The story is set in Anatolia
Winter_Sleep_(film)
American actor (born 1971)
the September 11 attacks.{broken link} Producers of Rescue Me created a subplot of the show for that year's fifth season in which Sunjata's character,
Daniel_Sunjata
Genre of prose fiction with a roguish hero
Self-insertion Shaggy dog story Stereotype Story arc Story within a story Subplot Suspense Trope Setting Alternate history Backstory Crossover Dreamworld
Picaresque_novel
3rd episode of the 9th season of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia
bartenders (Ryan Gaul and Whitney Hoy) have a "will they, won't they" romantic subplot. Frank attempts to make a good impression on the owner, and Dennis, Dee
The Gang Tries Desperately to Win an Award
The_Gang_Tries_Desperately_to_Win_an_Award
Expansion pack for Grand Theft Auto IV
assassination attempts, while also concluding the trilogy's "diamond" subplot. The game received generally favorable reviews from critics, with particular
Grand Theft Auto: The Ballad of Gay Tony
Grand_Theft_Auto:_The_Ballad_of_Gay_Tony
US television drama series
directed by Gary Nelson. Due to time restrictions, several of the many subplots from the book were removed. This was NBC's second miniseries adaptation
Noble_House_(miniseries)
2003 American action comedy film by Ron Shelton
Rotten Tomatoes consensus stating that the film "suffers from too many subplots and not enough laughs." Sergeant Joe Gavilan is a financially strapped
Hollywood_Homicide
2005 novel by Daniel Kehlmann
Bonpland's travels in America and Humboldt's meeting with Gauss in 1828. One subplot fictionalises the conflict between Gauss and his son Eugene; while Eugene
Measuring_the_World
2025 season of British sci-fi TV series
handling of Belinda's character, the return of the Rani and Omega, and the subplot involving Poppy. Kai Young, writing in a retrospective for series 14 and
Doctor_Who_series_15
2014 Indian film
progress. The film is a remake of the Tamil film Samudhiram (2001), with a subplot borrowed from another Tamil film, Simmarasi (1998), similar to the pattern
Paramashiva_(film)
American Spanish-language free-to-air television network
incorporation of occasional adult themes in some plotlines and complex subplots that were not suitable for younger children) as compliant educational programs
Univision
American outlaw and soldier (1819–1850)
Costner's film Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1 (2024) there is a subplot that is based upon the Glanton gang. Smith, Ralph Adam; et al. (1952),
John_Joel_Glanton
20th episode of the 9th season of Seinfeld
David Mandel's experience getting caught in parade traffic. The Elaine subplot is a parody of The Poseidon Adventure. On the day of the shoot, director
The_Puerto_Rican_Day
Style of fiction storytelling involving narration
Self-insertion Shaggy dog story Stereotype Story arc Story within a story Subplot Suspense Trope Setting Alternate history Backstory Crossover Dreamworld
Diegesis
2024 Japanese film by Mitsuo Fukuda
regarded as a love story between Kira and Lacus which also features other subplots that provide further depth to the story that make the hatred the franchise
Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Freedom
Mobile_Suit_Gundam_SEED_Freedom
Irish animated children's television series
trying to capture the legendary Fir Darrig. Each story also features a subplot featuring a sheep named Wiley (voiced by Mel Brooks), who lives at Raloo
Jakers! The Adventures of Piggley Winks
Jakers!_The_Adventures_of_Piggley_Winks
1982 TV series
a primary plot, a subplot, and two or more musical numbers; and a second version, stripped of the musical numbers and the subplot and reduced to 30 minutes
Fame_(1982_TV_series)
8th episode of the 6th season of The Sopranos
episode had positive reviews, with critics questioning the execution of the subplot about Vito's affair. James Gandolfini as Tony Soprano Lorraine Bracco as
Johnny_Cakes_(The_Sopranos)
Character in a narrative that is not focused on by the primary storyline
if they gain sufficient approval from their audience. Bit part Henchman Subplot Supporting actor "What is a Supporting Character and why are they Important"
Supporting_character
1989 film by Dominique Othenin-Girard
Jamie possessing a telepathic link to Michael Myers, as well as a storied subplot in which Myers, under the influence of a cult centered around the ancient
Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers
Halloween_5:_The_Revenge_of_Michael_Myers
Genre of narrative presented in a long format
Self-insertion Shaggy dog story Stereotype Story arc Story within a story Subplot Suspense Trope Setting Alternate history Backstory Crossover Dreamworld
Epic_(genre)
Television series
his summer break in 1985. The show follows David's life, with numerous subplots including his family, friends, and coworkers, and primarily revolves around
Red_Oaks
Canadian television series
infatuation with her and his inability to express his feelings provide a light subplot. Dr. Ogden says she is reluctant to marry Murdoch because she knows he
Murdoch_Mysteries
2004 Indian film
offers nothing to the overall plot and is just a subplot to make the movie longer. But this subplot is critically acclaimed for its ability to let viewers
Yeh_Lamhe_Judaai_Ke
Colombian Spanish-language version of Breaking Bad
seasons of Breaking Bad, with alterations to its pacing, visual style, and subplot elements. All five series were shown between June 8 and September 18, 2014;
Metástasis
Imaginary community with desirable qualities
Self-insertion Shaggy dog story Stereotype Story arc Story within a story Subplot Suspense Trope Setting Alternate history Backstory Crossover Dreamworld
Utopia
1938 film by Dwain Esper
A subplot of the film with lesbianism that involves two secretaries, Peggy and the woman she is trying to seduce, Betty
Sex_Madness
British children's television drama series
typically each episode follows one or more characters' life and includes subplots featuring other characters. The Dumping Ground deals with issues related
The_Dumping_Ground
Daniela (4 August 2016). ""Fight Valley" is an MMA B-movie with a lesbian subplot". AfterEllen. Ebiri, Bilge (26 January 2016). "First Girl I Loved Plays
List of feature films with lesbian characters
List_of_feature_films_with_lesbian_characters
Unidentified 1971 airplane hijacker
2022. Others called it straight-up fiction, and for good reason. A key subplot of the book – LeClair and Clara's meet-cute experience in a small, unnamed
D._B._Cooper
14th and 15th episodes of the 5th season of The Office
He said the only drawback of the episode was the Mrs. Albert Hannaday subplot, which he felt was an unnecessary gimmick added solely to accommodate the
Stress_Relief_(The_Office)
1991 Pakistani television series
Academy, his training, his friendships and his rivalries. There is also a subplot love story in this series which becomes the reason of neighbour rivalry
Sunehray_Din
American superhero comic book series
leading to gruesome confrontations and dreadful results. In parallel, a key subplot follows Annie "Starlight" January, a young and naive superhero who joins
The_Boys_(comics)
American actress (born 1956)
between father and daughter". Also she liked that they were no romantic subplot by saying "why is it that in every movie, there has to be a male female
Dana_Delany
2004 Singaporean TV series or program
team's performance eventually improved, thanks to the training. The main subplot revolved around Guo Jingwen. Her constant tardiness earned her the dubious
The_Champion_(TV_series)
1953 film
being seduced by a spirit that makes him forget all about his family. A subplot, inspired by Guy de Maupassant's 1883 short story "How He Got the Legion
Ugetsu
14th episode of the 6th season of The Sopranos
Christopher Moltisanti's horror movie premiering in New York City, with a subplot about Johnny Sack learning that he is terminally ill. Written by Terence
Stage_5_(The_Sopranos)
10th episode of the 6th season of Futurama
different crew member's body. The episode is composed of multiple subplots, with the main subplot being Bender attempting to steal a crown, but ending up switching
The_Prisoner_of_Benda
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Australian, Irish
Pure
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Arabic
Victory
Girl/Female
American, Arabic, Australian, Christian, Greek, Hawaiian, Hebrew, Jamaican
Blue Gemstone; Blue Jewel; A Blue Precious Gem; Sapphire
Boy/Male
Tamil
The meaning of Akshant is person who always want to win
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Tamil
Bright
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Sikh
Complete, Perfection
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Indian, Sanskrit
Endowed with Virtue
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Indian, Telugu
One who Life is Like Gods Life
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Hebrew
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Native American
Native American Miwok name MOLIMO means "bear walking into shade."
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