5 Old Movies With Plot Twists So Good They’re Still Rewatchable (No Spoilers!)

We've always believed that the most precious cinematic gems are those that catch us completely off guard. The unexpected twists and turns are the best part of cinema experience, and despite popular belief, movies with great plot twists instantly become rewatchable in order to see what you initially missed.

Today, we're sharing our special list of films that masterfully execute the art of surprise.

Don't worry – no spoilers ahead! After all, what's the fun in ruining someone else's "What was that?!" moment?

The Sixth Sense (1999): The Mother of All Plot Twists

M. Night Shyamalan, the director and writer for the movie, changed how we see twist endings.

A young boy who sees ghosts connects with a child psychologist trying to help him cope with his supernatural burden. Simple enough, don't you think? But there's so much more beneath the surface.

Bruce Willis delivers one of his most nuanced performances as Dr. Malcolm Crowe, and Haley Joel Osment gives us one of the most memorable child performances in cinema history.

Aside from the movie's famous twist, what makes it so special is that the story holds up even when you know what's in store for you. We can rewatch it, and not get bored even the slightest bit.

If you're intrigued about finding out what this unique story has in store, then head on to Amazon Prime or Apple TV+.

Memento (2000): A Master Class in Confusion

We can safely say that it could instantly skyrocket into your top-10 movies of all time.

Christopher Nolan 's Memento takes mind-bending to completely new heights. The story follows Leonard, a man hunting for his wife's killer while struggling with a condition that prevents him from forming new memories.

Guy Pearce brings Leonard to life, and the story unfolds in both color and black-and-white sequences, helping us understand Leonard's fractured world.

Redditor RobertoGuerra perfectly captured what makes this film special:

"The great thing about Memento is that you’re as lost as the main character due to how the movie is structured. It puts you in his shoes and makes you just as paranoid. It’s quite genius."

And honestly, that's what makes this film a masterpiece, it doesn't just tell you a story, it makes you live through it alongside the main character.

It's a puzzle that demands your full attention. And if you're ready to give this puzzle a try or a rewatch, then you can catch Memento on Amazon Prime or Apple TV+.

The Invitation (2015): A Truly Brilliant Thriller

The Invitation might seem like just another indie thriller, but the film makes you question your own instincts about social situations.

It takes something as innocent as a dinner party and turns it into something dreadful.

The film excels in creating an atmosphere where nothing feels quite right, but you can't put your finger on why (and just you wait until you find an answer).

The brilliant thing about this slow-burn thriller is how it uses our own social anxiety against us. Every uncomfortable silence, every too-long hug, every overly enthusiastic toast becomes loaded with meaning. Because we've all been in situations where we've ignored our gut feelings to avoid being "rude."

Sarah Vincent put this concept into words brilliantly, writing:

"The Invitation wants the viewer to question the concept of appropriateness, which is why it set at a dinner party in an affluent home in a beautiful location. Dinner parties do not display normal human interactions but superimpose roles on ordinary people."

So take a seat and watch The Invitation on Amazon Prime or Apple TV+.

Timecrimes (2007): Sci-Fi Mystery on a Budget

You don't need a Hollywood budget to create a great movie, and Timecrimes understand that.

This Spanish thriller takes a simple premise, a man who travels back in time by a few hours, and spins it into something clever.

Timecrimes gets twisted, and every detail matters. The movie uses the limited locations to its advantage, building a highly claustrophobic setting in which past, present, and future collide in unexpected ways.

If you're tired of time travel movies that fall apart very easily, this movie is for you.

Watch Timecrimes now on Amazon Prime and Apple TV+.

Gone Girl (2014): Do Perfect Relationships Even Exist?

David Fincher's adaptation of Gillian Flynn's bestseller is like watching a car crash in slow motion. You simply cannot look away.

Rosamund Pike and Ben Affleck deliver great performances as Amy and Nick Dunne, a couple whose picture-perfect marriage becomes the center of a media attention when Amy disappears (but that's not THAT simple, of course).

The film doesn't immediately answer your questions, but when it finally does, it's immensely rewarding.

To discover the real truth, head on to Amazon Prime or Apple TV+.