If A Movie Starts At 7 When Does It End
Okay, let's talk movies. Specifically, movie times. When a movie starts at 7 PM, what time are we realistically walking out of that theater?
This isn't just a math problem. It's an art. It's a carefully crafted dance of trailers, feature presentation, and oh-so-crucial post-credit scenes.
The 7 PM Myth
That advertised 7 PM start time? A delightful, yet often misleading, suggestion. It's more like a 7 PM arrival suggestion. Settle in, grab your overpriced popcorn, and prepare for…previews!
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The Trailer Gauntlet
Ah, trailers. The cinematic appetizers. Sometimes they’re amazing. Sometimes, they reveal the entire plot of a movie you now don't want to see. They are not always fun.
We usually have at least 20 minutes. Could be longer, depending on how many superhero movies are coming out next year. My personal record is 30 minutes of trailers. At that point, I felt like I'd already seen a movie!
The Feature Presentation... Eventually
Finally, the actual movie starts. Let's say it's a cool 2 hours long. That’s 120 minutes of explosions, romance, or whatever genre tickles your fancy.
Simple math, right? Add that 20-30 minutes of trailers to the movie time. But hold on! We are not done yet.
The Unsung Hero: Post-Credit Scenes
Don't you dare leave when the credits roll. Never leave! You might miss something crucial. You might miss Samuel L. Jackson popping up to recruit someone for the Avengers.
These post-credit scenes are like cinematic easter eggs. And they can add anywhere from a few seconds to a couple of minutes. I will wait.
It’s the principle of the thing. Plus, I need to see all the names of the people involved in making it.
The Grand Finale: The Exodus
Okay, the movie's really over. Now begins the slow, shuffling exodus from the theater. Navigating sticky floors and discarded popcorn buckets is an extreme sport.
Also, you are competing with the other hundreds of people to exit. And don't forget the obligatory awkward small talk with your friends about what we just watched.
So, What Time Are We Really Leaving?
Let's break it down. 7 PM start time. 25 minutes of trailers (average). 2 hours (120 minutes) for the movie. 2 minutes for post-credit scenes. 5 minutes to escape the theater.
That puts us at...9:52 PM! Almost three hours after the advertised start time. That’s my estimate.
So, next time someone asks you what time a 7 PM movie ends, don't just add the movie length. Add the trailer time. Add the post-credit scene potential. Add the exiting delay.
My "unpopular" opinion? Plan for a 10 PM departure. Maybe even later. Bring snacks, be patient, and enjoy the show. Because movies? They are worth the wait. Mostly.
