what are The Most Paused Scenes In Hollywood Hit Films

Fast Times at Ridgemont High is one of the classic 80s coming of age films. Many would argue that its most memorable scene involves Phoebe Cates’ character, named Linda, while she is enjoying a swim. The moment in question is when she is finally climbing out of the pool.

 

 

 

 

While this 90s film did not make an appearance on the award season circuit, it did include a steamy scene that many found to be memorable. Denise Richards and Never Campbell characters share an intimate moment in the pool as they embrace in a kiss, a scene that would have many pausing to watch again.

 

 

 

 

Basic Instinct (1992)

This 1992 film included a scene that was so provocative, it became iconic. Basic Instinct featured actress Sharon Stone in a headline-stealing role. Stone’s leg crossover gave viewers much more than initially expected, leading the scene to become one of the most paused of all time.

 

 

 

 

Cabin in the Woods (2012)

Cabin in the Woods is a horror film that was done with a meta approach. While the scientists in the film are discussing what potential harm could come to the main characters, a whiteboard is shown with a detailed list of monsters that the scientists are controlling. Many chose to pause this scene to get a better look at which creatures are included.

 

 

 

 

 

 The Wizard of Oz is often hailed as one of the greatest films of all time. Interestingly, many fans have observed some dark references in the movie, including this one. While Dorothy and the gang are strolling down the yellow brick road, some viewers believe that a munchkin that has hung himself can be seen in the trees ahead of them.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Teen Wolf (1985)

1985 was a big year for Michael J. Fox, who starred in Back to the Future and Teen Wolf that year. In his role as the title character, the teen wolf manages to help his team even without his wolf persona. People noticed that in the celebration scene, a random mans seems to be standing with his pants down in the background.

 

 

 

 

 

The Little Mermaid (1989)

The Little Mermaid is one of the classic animated films from the 80s golden era of Disney. However, fans of the film were quick to point out several seemingly inappropriate shots throughout the film. One of these includes the scene in which Ariel’s fins turn into legs. People say that way too much of her body is being shown, given that this is a children’s movie.

 

 

 

 

 

Fight Club is a mind-bending movie that includes many twists and turns. One of the most interesting is the fact that before we are introduced to the character of Tyler, he actually appears in one of the opening scenes of the film. Since this happens in just one frame, the subliminal effect can be missed at the blink of an eye.

 

 

 

 

 

This is an Arnold Schwarzenegger film that features a lot of strange imagery, including this shot of a woman who happens to have three upper body anatomical parts as opposed to two. Many viewers tend to pause the movie at this moment in order to full process what they’re seeing.

 

 

 

 

 

Alfred Hitchcock’s 1960 classic horror film Psycho is one of the defining films of its genre. In one of its scenes, Norman Bates’ character is taken to jail, which features a moment in which Bates looks straight into the camera, while an image of a skull is superimposed onto his face very briefly. If you pause at this exact moment, you’ll be able to see it.

 

 

 

 

The Lion King is one of the most classic Disney films of all time. Many viewers claim that in the scene in which Simba collapses onto the ground from exhaustion, eddies of dust fly up into the air, causing a cloud of dust to spell out a three-letter word that is certainly not appropriate for children. You can pause the scene and evaluate for yourself.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Boogie Nights tells the story of an aspiring adult film star, played by Mark Whalberg, who slowly becomes the talk of the town for one big reason. The most paused moment of the film is certainly when his character bares it all. In reality, Whalberg was wearing a prosthetic, but it is still pause worthy.

 

 

 

 

The 1982 film Tron is loved by many due to its arcade-like feel. In one scene, David Warner’s character Ed Dillinger is seen looking at the gameplay of classic arcade video game Pac-Man. This small Easter egg has a lot of viewers pausing for the full nostalgic effect.

 

 

 

One of the funniest scenes in  Star Wars  A New Hope was not even meant to be in the film. In one of the scenes where the Stormtroopers, are heading through a doorway, one of them hits his head on the top of the door. Although this was a blooper, it was left in the final cut of the scene.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This scene happens so quickly, if you don’t pause it, you might just miss it! In Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, a group of aliens seen on the Galactic Senate resembles the iconic character E.T. This can be interpreted as George Lucas’ homage to Steven Spielberg, as Spielberg included a child dressed as Yoda in the E.T. film.

 

 

 

 

 

 

In Star Wars: The Force Awakens, the main storyline involves finding Luke Skywalker. Rey is finally able to find him hiding on an island in the middle of the sea. Many viewers pause the scene in which he is first revealed, since it would appear that he is standing next to what looks a lot like a gravestone.

 

 

 

 

One of the most iconic animated characters of all time is Jessica Rabbit from Who Framed Roger Rabbit. In one of the scenes of the 1988 film, the curvaceous Jessica apparently reveals a lot more than what viewers expected, leading them to pause this specific scene.

 

 

 

 

 

 

In the 1987 film Three Men and a baby, there’s a small added feature in a scene that many have overlooked. In a scene that featured Ted, you can see a cardboard cutout of the actor peering out from the window in the background.

 

 

 

 

 

 

In one of the newer installments of the Jurassic Park films,  Jurassic World incorporates many memorable scenes. One of these includes legendary singer and entertainer Jimmy Buffett himself running away from a pterodactyl, while hilariously carrying two drinks along with him.

 

 

 

 

In a major scene in the Iron Man film, Tony Stark is putting on his superhero suit. As Marvel films are known for their Easter eggs, this one is no exception. In the background of this scene, viewers catch a fleeting glimpse of Captain America’s half-completed shield.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Superhero films tend to have Easter egg references all over them. This can be seen in Man of Steel, which references another iconic superhero. While Superman is fighting in outer space, he flies past a satellite that includes the Wayne Enterprises logo on it, referencing the iconic character of Bruce Wayne – also known as Batman.

 

 

 

 

 

In another surprising choice for an animated children’s film, The Rescuers includes a scene that seems a bit questionable. There is a scene in which some individuals are changing in their room. We’re not sure how Disney was able to get away with this type of thing over and over.

 

 

 

 

 

Raiders of the Lost Ark includes one of the most iconic villains of the franchise: Dr. Rene, played by Raul Freeman. In one of the most classic scenes that is frequently paused, Freeman is able to deliver his lines, even despite the fact that a fly flies directly into his mouth! Talk about dedicated to the craft.

 

 

 

 

 

The classic alien movie Signs by M. Night Shyamalan does eventually reveal its extra terrestrial creatures. However, early on in the film, viewers can catch a very brief glimpse of one of these creatures. If paused at the right moment, you can catch a blurry alien running around, foreshadowing what will come next.

 

 

 

 

 

One of the strangest scenes in the 2008 Coren Brothers film Burn After Reading takes place when George Clooney’s character finds Brad Pitt’s character. He immediately shoots him, and the scene takes place so quickly, that without pausing, the viewer is not even sure what has taken place, only to then realize the character has died.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The sequel to the successful Finding Nemo film was released 13 years after the original. Finding Dory features a surprising but very quick reference to the original film’s main villain. Darla, the niece of the dentist, can be seen in a photo in the background in the scene that features Dory being quarantined.

 

 

 

 

 

 

As many films tend to do, Before I Go To Sleep features a female actress in a vulnerable situation. Nicole Kidman’s character is seen walking around without any clothes on, which has led many viewers to pause, just to make sure. However, the film’s creators have confirmed that Kidman was partially clothed while filming the scene.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Exorcist is one of most shocking image-filled films of all time. In one of the scenes, if you pause at just the right time, you can catch a glimpse of the demon Pazuzu, who ends up possessing Regan. We’re not sure that we do want to pause for this one, though.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pulp Fiction is a classic, and is full of fleeting moments that are pause-worthy. One surprising one comes during a trivial scene, when Bruce Willis’ character is on the run. When he steps out of the shower, you may catch a glimpse of Willis in his full glory.

 

 

 

 

 

2004 film Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy contains many easter eggs, including this one. The restaurant featured is called Escupimos en eu Alimento, which means “we spit in your food” in Spanish. Viewers who understand Spanish surely got a kick out of this one, and those who took the time to pause and translate the name were rewarded with a laugh as well.

 

 

 

 

 

 

In the original Toy Story film, Buzz and Woody narrowly escape from the clutches of Sid, a disturbed child who enjoys dismembering toys for fun. In Toy Story 3, he makes an appearances very briefly as a garbage man. Die-hard fans surely didn’t miss this one, but if you pause, you’ll see it too.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Those paying very close attention while watching Back to the Future will have noticed this small detail. Marty McFly and the Doc meet up at the Twin Pines mall in order to travel back in time. Later in the film, Marty runs over one of the two pines, and when he comes back to the future, the mall is appropriately renamed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Crying Game was a huge success due to incredible performances by a fantastic cast. However, Jane Davidson, who played singer Dil, truly stole the show. In one infamous scene, she reveals that she is transgender, stunning audiences completely.

 

 

 

 

Steven Spielberg’s classic film Jaws was revolutionary in its time for addressing scary scenes head-on. The first scene of the movie is quite impactful, as it includes a dramatic death scene of the character Chrissie. Audiences were absolutely shocked at what they had just scene, especially as an opening scene of a film.