Ridiculous Movie Deaths That Actually Made It to the Final Cut

They're not always meant to be realistic portrayals of the mundane, in fact Hollywood has made it a point to steer clear away from realism, instead making the fantastical and unbelievable more commonplace than we ever thought possible. There's definitely no shortage of ridiculousness when it comes to the silver screen, what with people like Tarantino and Spielberg behind the director's chairs.

Spanning all genres, from horror movies and adventure, to action and romance, these are the most ridiculous movie deaths that are sure to make you cringe, if not then burst into absolute hysteria. I'll tell you one thing, there's no happy endings from hereon, so get prepared for some of the most uncalled for and gruesome imaginings of our dearly departed.

The Happening

M. Night Shyamalan's film involving the world's vegetation seemingly fighting back against the human race by way of utilizing pathogens and the wind to make humans commit suicide may be a bit over the top and a too unrealistic for most. But, when you've got mass crowds of suicidal maniacs and toss in the wonderful brilliance of Shyamalan's writing, you get an expertly crafted thriller that makes The Happening an unlikely must see.

You'd also be privy to one of the most ridiculous movie deaths, wherein a hopeless member of the survivors barrels aimlessly towards a lawn mower running amok with no one to control it. In mere moments, during which we're all screaming for him not to go through with it, the mindless survivor drops to his hands and knees, accepting the roving blades of glinting teeth like a warm hug. Makes me cringe every time.

Diving into the underbelly of seedy criminalistic 90s LA, Pulp Fiction is any crime movie buff's dream come true. You have the bodyguards, the boxer, the gangster, the petty thieves, a bag full of heroin, and a long list of intertwining stories, from a hand-me-down watch, to a group of racist whites. What more could you ask for?

Not much, since they already have some ridiculous movie deaths, the most memorable of which being Marvin's untimely passing. As the three of them ride together in Jule's car, Marvin in the back and Vincent Vega riding shotgun, the latter tauntingly waves his gun around near Marvin's general direction. Not seconds pass before the entirety of Marvin's skull covers the whole back portion of the vehicle in oozing crimson. I wonder if it hurt.

Final Destination 2

Of course one of these films would make its way to the most ridiculous movie deaths, how could they not? The Final Destination series has shown us some of the craziest death scenes, from mega highway pileups, to befallen swords, death doesn't wait on you, that's damn near certain.

Out of the entire series, though, no such scene stacks up to the pure and utter randomness, or ridiculousness, as so experienced in the first sequel. Oh, Tim, you poor, poor bastard. We all knew what was going to happen before it actually did. Tim, like the silly fool he is, jogs out into the middle of plaza, sending pigeons soaring off in every direction. It's almost rather serene and peaceful, up until a glass plate smashes directly overtop our beloved character. Watch where you're walking, Tim!

So a plate glass window may not come tumbling down atop these two fellow officers, but their entrusting togetherness and compassion for the team is their literal downfall. The Other Guys has no shortage of laughs, and when it comes to the bad boy partners Hank and Schmidt, no one could ever emulate their charisma and longstanding commitment to the force.

"Aim for the bushes," they plan together in simultaneous head nods, before leaping off the top of a building, in mid pursuit of a jewelry store thief, who's day got a whole lot luckier after these two partners hit the dust. They may not be the protagonists, but they sure as hell make for one of the most ridiculous movie deaths. No wonder The Guardian gave The Other Guys five stars.

Shoot 'Em Up

I don't think you've ever seen someone get killed with a carrot before, but now you can. Thanks Clive Owen! In protecting a young girl from an angry foul mouthed gangster, Owen's character, simply named Smith, kicks into action without waiting a single beat.

Shoot 'Em Up is a lot like British movies Snatch, Rock 'N Rolla, and Layer Cake, all of which deal thematically with a number of criminal traits, from thievery and drugs, to homicide and mafia enterprising. But there really isn't anything just so bad as when Smith straight knocks this guy's teeth in with nothing but a freaking carrot, impaling him through the back of the head! Where's Bugs Bunny when you need him?

One of the all-time classics and forever a memorable flick to enjoy with the entire family, Jurassic Park is one of those oldies that just never gets old. While, yes, the characters were really memorable and, of course, the story is always something of a spellbinder (thanks Spielberg!), I think there was something more than just the usual movie death.

No, there's just this one tiny little ingredient that has always made the Park that much more enjoyable than its successors and, I gotta say, it's probably the absolute worst way to go out. Among the best and most ridiculous movie deaths is the sad passing of Donald Gennaro, faithful park lawyer, up until a gargantuan t-rex straight shreds him to pieces off right off the toilet.

I always found it interesting that this movie be called Dr. Strangelove, in that it involves one psychopathic Air Force General in committing his force to the annihilation of the Soviets, likewise ending his own future in the process. T.J. "King" Kong rides his stallion of nuclear weaponry into the apocalypse, laughing and heehawing like the noble Americanized image so portrayed in his image. Call it iconic, call it a hoot, I just think it's one of the most ridiculous movie deaths of all time, and shows just how Strangelove is among the most interesting retrospective Communist films.

That, I believe, is where this interweaving of strange and love come about, in the ultimate, the conclusions of which are reached in that brave soul's harrowing final act. Love is a bitter, cruel mistress, yes — but, is not the love for one's country even more precious and, yet strange all the same?

Meet Joe Black

Eccentric to the list of action adventure and thrillers, Meet Joe Black is a romantic comedy about love, death, and the meaning of life when these two aspects intertwine. It's actually an intriguing story that stars Anthony Hopkins as the media mogul father of Susan Parish, played by Claire Forlani, whose random acquaintance unfolds into an unlikely love story.

Almost without warning and dramatically played out, the random acquaintance, Brad Pitt, unknowingly walks into one of the most ridiculous movie deaths. Not only does a taxi cab send his body soaring into the air, but his tattered remnants are tossed across the screen like a sack of potatoes. That's lights out for dreamy eyes.

Die Hard

It's my favorite film to watch during the holidays, there's no debate about it: Die Hard is a Christmas movie. It also incorporates one of the most ridiculous movie deaths with Hans Gruber's last few grasps of fresh air before making that fretful tumble in the movie's climax. If you haven't seen it already, I suggest you do.

Die Hard represents one of the most interesting and action packed high rise heist movies, one that also has an unsuspecting twist in the end. Watch Bruce Willis as John McClane, tackling the ruthless terrorists led by Hans.

Not so much ridiculous, but more so highly memorable and iconic: Indiana Jones' swift and unworried shot from his revolver at a sword swinging enemy is a pivotal moment for the character. Rather brutish and uncaring at the most tense of moments, Indy's points of distress also seem to portray the character's underlying sensibilities, one of which is survival.

The all-too familiar "knife to a gun fight scene" gives us the most iconic look into Indy's moral fiber, in that he's prepared to do and go anywhere for those that which he loves. It's certainly not one of the best ways to die, shot so suddenly you're left both defenseless and incapacitated, but at least it wasn't painful like most of the other on this list.

Big Trouble in Little China

The 1987 fantasy action film Big Trouble in Little China, starring Kurt Russel as truck driver Jack Burton, brings us our final addition among the most ridiculous movie deaths. In order to save his best friend's fiancee, Jack must face his most grueling quest by traveling under the streets of San Francisco's Chinatown and entering into a fantastical conflict that seems to be much larger than even himself.

Now, first and foremost, while there are so many different strange and oddly satisfying deaths in this movie, none so is more deserving than the self-blimping suicide so experienced by this samurai. To die honorably and to leave his name untarnished, the samurai must preform the act of sepukku, a ritualistic form of suicide. Instead of the traditional way, this samurai chose an easier way out—er, maybe not, we're still unsure.