17 times alternate endings changed everything in a movie

1408 (2007) | Image Source: Dimension Films
1408 (2007) | Image Source: Dimension Films

10) ⁠1408 (2007)

1408 (2007) | Image Source: Dimension Films
1408 (2007) | Image Source: Dimension Films

In the alternate ending of 1408, the story becomes sinister. Instead of the hotel room appearing to be destroying itself at the climax, Mike Enslin, played by John Cusack, is locked in the room forever, succumbing fully to the terror inside. The film would have been even darker and creepier. But with the theatrical ending, Mike gets out of the room, emotionally scarred but leaving a chance for hope. The decision to end on a softer note made the movie more accessible, while the alternate ending would have sealed its hauntingly tragic tone.

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Edited by Tanisha Aggarwal