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The Usual Suspects shocked the world in 1995 with its epic twist. 30 years later, we revisit the film that changed crime thrillers forever. The Usual Suspects is one of the most iconic crime thrillers of the 1990s, featuring unforgettable performances by Kevin Spacey, Gabriel Byrne, Benicio del Toro, Stephen Baldwin, and Chazz Palminteri. Directed by Bryan Singer and written by Christopher McQuarrie, the film is known for its shocking twist ending and the mysterious figure of Keyser Söze.

In this special 30-year anniversary episode, Justin Neal of Screen Jockeys dives deep into the movie’s legacy, the behind-the-scenes stories, alternate casting choices (Al Pacino was almost in it!), and how The Usual Suspects influenced modern thrillers, noir films, and pop culture.
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@screenjockeys Creator 1 year ago Pinned

What did YOU think when The Usual Suspects first revealed its twist?
Were you blown away—or did you see it coming?

👇 Drop your theories, first reactions, or even your favorite line from the film.
Watch our Fear and Loathing video next → https://youtu.be/r8Hcxh4oGAc

@whoisjohngalt4880 1 year ago

This has been one of my all time favorite movies since it came out. I adore the fact that no matter how many times a person watches it they never get any more answers….it just reaffirms how little we, as the audience, really know about what transpired. It’s a masterpiece in my opinion.

@CookingForFunfitnessFlavor 1 year ago

I saw this right after "Seven" in theater. Same night. First time for both.

@Menuki 1 year ago

The reason the twist works so well is the filmmakers didn’t look down on their audience.

All too often, filmmakers don’t think the audience will “get” a film, so they won’t let subtext and subtly play out as it lays.

@davidschelkens9481 1 year ago

The makers made Byrne believe he was Keyser Soze. He played every scene thinking he was the criminal mastermind and was alledgedly angry with Bryan Singer when he found out he wasn't. In any case: excellent movie!

@920WASHBURN 1 year ago

"hell flip ya, flip ya fo' real"

@PuffinPass 1 year ago

Say what you like about Kevin Spacey as a person but as an actor he really is an undeniable talent. I get that we aren't supposed to like him but I almost always enjoy seeing him on screen.

@andrewslord 1 year ago

One of the most disappointing moments of my life was showing this masterpiece to my wife for the first time. By the second scene with Kevin Spacey she says: "Oh, he's Keyser Soze!"

@SSS1984MMM 1 year ago

Spacey starred in three of the most impactful Crime films of the 90s with this, Se7en & L.A Confidential.

@Stasiaflonase 1 year ago (edited)

Pete Postlethwaite is a jewel. He was in so many movies and always commanded the scene. I think this is one of the smartest movies ever made. I was right there seeing everything written on the board as it played out at the end. Brilliant!!!!!

@lzlsanatomy 1 year ago

The Usual Suspects has a special place in my heart. Saw it when I was 14 with my now diseased older brother when it came out on video. We were so blown away by the ending that it was all we talked about for a week

@CappyLarou 1 year ago

I had a friend drag me to the theater to see a movie I had never heard of. couple hours later and I've just sat through what I felt was one of the greatest pieces of cinema to ever lie to my face. still love this film, and still happy that we have NO CLUE what actually went down. :)

@xtoll123 1 year ago

It's a shame to think that 30 years on we can't make a movie any where near as intelligent and entertaining as this one, we were so spoilt back then lol

@jackbwoy 1 year ago

I rewatch this show every year since I first saw it ... and each time I see something I've never seen before ... One of my all-time favourites

@jbcrazy 1 year ago

An unreliable narrator is such a powerful but dirty trick.
I'm glad it isn't overused, thereby making it lethal when it is.
Great work.

@AironExTv 1 year ago

I was in the habit of watching a film at my favorite cinema at least once a week, and took a chance with this one. Oh boy did it ever pay off, like Shawshank Redemption, Die Hard, Predator and Pulp Fiction. Just a total treat.

@gp4236 1 year ago

I showed it to my teenage sons, and they’re reaction at the end was underwhelming 😂
I chalk it up to the fact that in the early 90’s twists endings hadn’t yet been overdone. It was still possible to truly thrill an audience with a twist. Today’s audiences imo see a twist a sort of tired cliche

@Hatter5150 1 year ago

Saw it on opening night. Went in blind, ice cold. I sat stunned as the credits rolled. I’ve seen many great films on opening night but The Usual Suspects remains one of my best movie decisions.

@graemewilson7975 1 year ago

One of truly Essential movies of last thirty years. Superb acting , writing editing and direction across the board. Thankfully neither singers nor spacey fall from grace has damaged its reputation