We Found the 19 Most Inaccurate Things You Always See in Movies

That sounds like a fun list! Movies often take creative liberties for the sake of drama or storytelling, leading to some pretty glaring inaccuracies. Here are a few examples of common inaccuracies you might find in films:

1. Everyone in the Wild West Wore Cowboy Hats: In reality, cowboy hats weren’t widely worn until the late 19th century.
2. Historical Figures Speaking Modern Slang: Characters in period films often use contemporary language that wouldn’t have existed at the time.
3. The Speed of Horseback Chases: Movies often show horses galloping at breakneck speeds for extended periods, which isn’t realistic.
4. Medieval Knights Shouting “Halt!”: Knights in armor wouldn’t have been able to shout commands effectively while wearing helmets.
5. The Sound of Gunshots in Space: In space, there’s no sound because sound waves need a medium to travel through.
6. Everyone in Ancient Rome Spoke English: Films set in ancient Rome often have characters speaking English with a Roman accent.
7. The Size of Dinosaurs: Movies often depict dinosaurs as much larger than they actually were.
8. The Brightness of Night Scenes: Night scenes in movies are often much brighter than they would be in real life.
9. The Accuracy of Car Crashes: Car crash scenes are often exaggerated for dramatic effect.
10. The Use of Cell Phones in Historical Settings: Characters in period films sometimes inexplicably use modern technology.
11. The Speed of Internet Searches: Movies often show characters finding crucial information online almost instantly.
12. The Portrayal of Historical Events: Many historical events are dramatized or altered for entertainment value.
13. The Accuracy of Medical Procedures: Medical scenes in movies are often simplified or exaggerated.
14. The Realism of Explosions: Explosions in movies are often much larger and more dramatic than real-life explosions.
15. The Use of Modern Music in Period Films: Modern music is sometimes used in period films, which can be jarring.
16. The Size of Crowds in Ancient Cities: Ancient cities are often shown as much more populated than they actually were.
17. The Realism of Sword Fights: Sword fights in movies are often more choreographed and less brutal than real combat.
18. The Accuracy of Animal Behavior: Animals in movies often behave in ways that are unrealistic.
19. The Realism of Weather Conditions: Weather conditions in movies are often exaggerated or unrealistic.

It’s always fun to spot these inaccuracies, but they don’t usually detract from the enjoyment of a good film. Have you noticed any particularly glaring inaccuracies in movies you’ve watched recently?