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The Worst Movie Tropes Of All Time: Vote For The Ones That Drive You Nuts

The Worst Movie Tropes Of All Time: Vote For The Ones That Drive You Nuts

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We’ve all seen them: the hacker typing furiously while yelling “I’m in,” the hero walking away from an explosion without flinching, or the villain who just has to explain their entire evil plan.
These movie moments are iconic… but they’re also completely overdone.
In this poll, we’re putting the cheesiest and most eye-roll-worthy movie tropes to the test. Vote for the ones that drive you the craziest and see if the world agrees with your picks.
Whether you’re a casual viewer or a full-on film nerd, this is your chance to purge the clichés once and for all. Lights, camera… cringe!

#1 Splitting Up In A Haunted House

Splitting Up In A Haunted House
8points

#2 The "Bad Boy" With A Haunted Past, Who Rides A Motorbike, And Is Always In A Leather Jacket

The "Bad Boy" With A Haunted Past, Who Rides A Motorbike, And Is Always In A Leather Jacket
7points

#3 The Hero Walks Away In Slo-Mo From An Explosion Without Looking Back

The Hero Walks Away In Slo-Mo From An Explosion Without Looking Back
6points

#4 The Main Lead's Wife Or Girlfriend Being A Total Sweetheart Only To Die Soon After

The Main Lead's Wife Or Girlfriend Being A Total Sweetheart Only To Die Soon After
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5points

#5 The Hacker Always "Hacks" Into Everything In 5 Seconds And Says, "I'm In"

The Hacker Always "Hacks" Into Everything In 5 Seconds And Says, "I'm In"
4points

#6 Fake Dating That Turns Real Or Turns Enemies Into Lovers

Fake Dating That Turns Real Or Turns Enemies Into Lovers
4points

#7 Running Through The Airport Or Rain For Love Because Of A “Misunderstanding”

Running Through The Airport Or Rain For Love Because Of A “Misunderstanding”
3points

#8 The Female Lead Drops Everything On The Ground, Then Makes Intense Eye Contact With Her Main Love Interest When He Helps Her Pick Everything Up

The Female Lead Drops Everything On The Ground, Then Makes Intense Eye Contact With Her Main Love Interest When He Helps Her Pick Everything Up
3points

#9 Phone Battery Dies At The Worst Time

Phone Battery Dies At The Worst Time
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3points

#10 “It’s Probably Just The Wind”

“It’s Probably Just The Wind”
3points

#11 The Nerd Gets Hot And Is Suddenly Popular

The Nerd Gets Hot And Is Suddenly Popular
3points

#12 The Villain Is Related To The Hero

The Villain Is Related To The Hero
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3points

#13 Hearing A Mysterious Sound While Home Alone

Hearing A Mysterious Sound While Home Alone
2points

#14 The Dressing Room Montage With Upbeat Pop Music

The Dressing Room Montage With Upbeat Pop Music
2points

#15 One Human Hero Defeats 20 Guys Solo

One Human Hero Defeats 20 Guys Solo
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2points

#16 The Car Explodes After A Small Crash

The Car Explodes After A Small Crash
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2points

#17 Someone Survives A Skyscraper Fall By Holding On To The Edge Of The Ledge Without Losing Grip

Someone Survives A Skyscraper Fall By Holding On To The Edge Of The Ledge Without Losing Grip
2points

#18 The Damsel Who Can’t Stop Screaming

The Damsel Who Can’t Stop Screaming
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2points

#19 The “Not Like Other Girls” Girl

The “Not Like Other Girls” Girl
2points

#20 The Villain Wasn’t Really Dead After All

The Villain Wasn’t Really Dead After All
2points
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