The Most-Hated Movie Cliches

According to a recent survey of movie fans, these are the most-hated movie clichés.

• Characters not saying “goodbye” before hanging up the phone.

• Explosions causing no damage if the character walks away without looking.

• Swords and knives making unrealistic noises when unsheathed.

• Characters who initially hate each other but end up in a romantic relationship by the end of the movie.

• The protagonist explaining their entire plan to the antagonist, giving them a chance to escape or counter the plan.

• Characters not explaining themselves in situations where a simple explanation could resolve the conflict.

• The “chosen one” trope, where a seemingly ordinary person is destined to save the world.

• Hacking scenes where the hacker types furiously on a keyboard and instantly gains access to highly secure systems.