12 Easter Eggs That May Have Gone Unnoticed Countless Times, Even By Attentive Movie Fans

Jessica Wilson
Mar 24, 2023
Mar 24, 2023

Alright, buckle up movie buffs because we're about to dive into a world of mind-blowing movie Easter eggs that will leave you completely speechless! You might have watched these movies dozens of times and still missed these sneaky hidden gems that are just waiting to be uncovered.
From subtle nods to hidden messages and references, these Easter eggs are like little secrets that the filmmakers have hidden just for us to find. And let's be real, who doesn't love a good Easter egg hunt?
So get ready to have your mind blown and your movie-watching experience forever changed. We're about to take you on a journey through some of the most clever, hilarious, and downright shocking Easter eggs in cinema history. And who knows, you might just discover something new about your favorite movies that you never even realized before. So grab some popcorn and let's get cracking!

#1 Pirates of the Caribbean — Jack Sparrow’s father’s ring

Source: © Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End / The Walt Disney Studios

Ahoy there, mateys! Did you know that in Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End, the legendary Keith Richards, who plays Captain Teague, wears a silver skull ring? And get this, it's not just any old prop - it's the real deal! The ring actually belongs to Richards himself and he's been rocking it since he received it as a birthday gift back in 1978.

#2 The Matrix — the Ying-Yang Symbol

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The fight scene between Neo and Morpheus in The Matrix forms the Yin-Yang symbol, representing the idea of dualism in Chinese philosophy where opposing forces can actually complement each other.

#3 The Santa Clause — the elves

Source: © The Santa Clause / The Walt Disney Studios

Ho, ho, ho! Did you know that in The Santa Clause, there's an elf keeping tabs on Charlie while he's at school? Yep, that's right, if you pay close attention, you'll spot an elf sitting behind him in class. It's a sneaky little detail that adds to the movie's charm and magic.

#4 Pirates of the Caribbean — the compass

Source: © Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl / The Walt Disney Studios

In Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, Commodore Norrington holding Jack's compass, which points towards Jack instead of Elizabeth, suggests he values his duty over romance. The compass always points towards the holder's greatest desire.

#5 Parasite — Mr. Park’s company

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Did you catch the musical reference in the award-winning film Parasite? The wealthy Mr. Park's company is called "Another Brick," a nod to the classic Pink Floyd song. Director Bong Joon Ho has spoken about his love for Pink Floyd, citing them as his favorite band in college.

#6 Alice in Wonderland — The Mad Hatter’s phrase

Source: © Alice in Wonderland / Walt Disney Pictures

Did you know that Johnny Depp's Mad Hatter in Alice in Wonderland has some hidden references? The famous question "Why is a raven like a writing desk?" is thought to be a nod to Edgar Allan Poe, according to Depp himself.
And those orange spots on the Mad Hatter's face? They were Depp's idea, inspired by the fact that hatters in the 18th and 19th centuries often suffered from mercury poisoning, which left an orange tint on the skin due to the use of mercury in the manufacture of felt.

#7 The Truman Show — the cameras

Source: © The Truman Show / Paramount Pictures

Cameras in The Truman Show are placed in obvious locations, such as on Truman's wedding ring and a neighbor's trash can, but he remains unaware. The neighbor even hides the camera while Truman is distracted by their dog.

#8 The Shape of Water — the shoes

Source: © The Shape of Water / Fox Searchlight Pictures, © The Shape of Water / Fox Searchlight Pictures

In The Shape of Water, Elisa admires a pair of red shoes early on in the movie and later wears them after embracing her relationship with the Amphibian Man. This is likely a symbol of her newfound confidence and empowerment.

#9 Maleficent — the magic

Hey there, Disney fans! Did you know that Maleficent's magic changes color depending on her mood? That's right, when she's feeling good and doing good, her magic glows a radiant gold. But when she's feeling evil and up to no good, her magic turns a sinister shade of green.

#10 The Chronicles of Narnia — the fur of the White Witch

Hey there, Narnia fans! Did you catch the gruesome detail in The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe? The evil White Witch actually has Aslan shaved before she kills him, and then she wears his fur into battle.

#11 Casino Royale — the actress

Actress Tsai Chin, who played a minor Bond girl in You Only Live Twice (1967), appears as one of the poker players in Casino Royale (2006).

#12 10 Things I Hate About You — the poem scene

During the emotional scene at the end of 10 Things I Hate About You, where Julia Stiles reads a touching poem, the actress unexpectedly started crying. Stiles later revealed in an interview that she wasn't sure why she became emotional during the scene, but suggested that it might have been due to a combination of factors, including her personal life and the experience of making her first major movie.

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