Thanksgiving Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

Black Friday turns into red rum as a pilgrim with a grudge carves up Plymouth, proving that even holidays can’t escape capitalism-induced mayhem.

🍿 Thanksgiving: Detailed Plot Synopsis

Black Friday Carnage

In Plymouth, Massachusetts, a Black Friday sale at RightMart turns deadly when a hyped-up crowd stampedes after being taunted by a group of teenagers, including Jessica Wright, the store owner’s daughter. The chaos results in multiple deaths, including Amanda Collins, the wife of store manager Mitch. Bobby, Jessica’s boyfriend, is injured in the riot.

A Year of Revenge

One year later, RightMart prepares for another Black Friday sale despite local protests. Jessica and her friends are targeted via social media, hinting at a sinister plot. A masked killer dressed as John Carver, a historical figure, begins to murder those deemed responsible for the previous year’s tragedy. The town is gripped by fear as the body count rises.

Rampage in Plymouth

The killer, known as Carver, targets residents connected to the Black Friday incident. He escalates his attacks, abducting and killing several people, including RightMart employees and high school students. Jessica and her friends find themselves in a desperate fight for survival as they try to uncover the killer’s identity before it’s too late. The local sheriff, Eric Newlon, leads the investigation.

Thanksgiving Parade Terror

The police attempt to trap Carver during a Thanksgiving parade, but the plan backfires. Carver decapitates a turkey mascot and uses smoke bombs to create chaos, allowing him to abduct more victims, including Jessica’s stepmother and friends. He orchestrates a macabre Thanksgiving dinner scene, cooking one of the victims and serving her as the ‘turkey’ to his hostages.

⚠️ Spoilers and Ending Explained

🎬 Cast & Characters

• Jessica Wright (Nell Verlaque): The protagonist and daughter of a store owner, she becomes the target of a Thanksgiving-inspired killer after a Black Friday tragedy.
• Sheriff Eric Newlon (Patrick Dempsey): The town’s sheriff investigating the murders, secretly harboring a dark motive for revenge as the true killer, John Carver.
• Bobby (Jalen Thomas Brooks): Jessica’s ex-boyfriend who returns to town and becomes a suspect, later helping her survive the killer’s final attack.
• Thomas Wright (Rick Hoffman): Jessica’s father and the owner of RightMart, who faces the consequences of the Black Friday riot.
• Gaby (Addison Rae): One of Jessica’s friends who is caught up in the chaos and targeted by the killer.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Sheriff Eric Newlon/John Carver: “Sorry, Jessica! This year, there will be… no leftovers!” – The killer taunts Jessica before a final confrontation, delivering the film’s tagline.

💰Box Office

• Budget: $15,000,000
• Domestic Gross: $32,757,003
• Worldwide Gross: $46,903,448

💥 Thanksgiving Reviews

Personal Review

Okay, so I went into this movie expecting cheesy fun, and that’s exactly what I got! The opening Black Friday scene was INSANE – like, people fighting over waffle irons to the death?! Classic. I was actually on the edge of my seat trying to guess who the killer was (I was wrong, by the way!). The kills were so over-the-top, it made me laugh out loud. Seriously, the buzz saw scene? I cringed but also couldn’t look away. Definitely a fun, gory ride!

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of classic slasher films like ‘Halloween’ and ‘Friday the 13th'”
  • “Viewers who enjoy gory and over-the-top horror movies”
  • “Those looking for a fun and suspenseful whodunit with a holiday theme”
  • “Fans of Eli Roth’s previous work, such as ‘Hostel’ and ‘Cabin Fever'”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Graphic violence and gore”
  • “Disturbing images”
  • “Strong language”
  • “Some thematic elements may be disturbing to sensitive viewers”

Professional Reviews

• Bloody Disgusting: “Roth delivers a wickedly fun slasher that’s both a throwback and a fresh take on holiday horror. The kills are inventive and brutal, and the whodunnit element keeps you guessing until the satisfyingly gruesome climax. A must-see for genre fans.
• IGN: “Thanksgiving serves up a heaping helping of gore and suspense, even if the characters are a bit thin. Patrick Dempsey adds some gravitas to the proceedings, and Roth’s love of classic slashers shines through.
• RogerEbert.com: “While predictable at times, Thanksgiving is a competent slasher with enough creative kills to keep the gorehounds happy. The social commentary is a bit heavy-handed, but the overall experience is entertaining enough.

Audience Reactions

The Black Friday opening scene was pure chaos and set the tone perfectly.: The inventive and gory kills kept viewers entertained and on the edge of their seats.

Patrick Dempsey’s performance added a surprising layer of depth to a typically shallow slasher.: Fans appreciated the film’s blend of classic slasher tropes with modern sensibilities.

Overall Consensus: Thanksgiving is a fun, gory, and self-aware slasher that delivers exactly what it promises: a wild ride filled with creative kills and plenty of suspense.

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “Thanksgiving is based on a fake trailer that Eli Roth created for Quentin Tarantino and Robert Rodriguez’s 2007 film, Grindhouse.”
• “Eli Roth has stated that the cat in the movie was such a good actor, and performed on cue, that he called him Leonardo DiCatprio. The cat’s real name is Tonic, and he previously starred in Pet Sematary (2019).”

🖥️ How to Watch Thanksgiving?

Currently, ‘Thanksgiving’ is available for digital purchase or rental on platforms like Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video, Google Play, and Vudu. Check your local listings for cable on-demand options. Physical copies on Blu-ray and DVD may also be available for purchase online and in stores. Keep an eye on streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, and Paramount+ as it may become available on these platforms in the future, though no specific dates are confirmed.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Thanksgiving, you might like these similar films:

• Scream (1996): Features a masked killer, whodunit mystery, and self-aware humor within the slasher genre.
• Black Christmas (1974): An early slasher film set during a holiday, with a mysterious killer terrorizing a group of friends.
• My Bloody Valentine (1981): Another holiday-themed slasher, with a focus on inventive and gruesome kills.
• I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997): A group of teenagers are stalked by a killer a year after covering up an accidental death.

🛒 Thanksgiving Related Products

• Thanksgiving (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack): Relive the terrifying moments with the complete digital soundtrack, featuring the haunting score and pulse-pounding tracks that made ‘Thanksgiving’ such a thrilling experience.
• John Carver Mask – Thanksgiving Movie Replica: Own a terrifyingly accurate replica of the John Carver mask from the movie. Perfect for display or cosplay, this mask will send chills down anyone’s spine.
• Thanksgiving: The Official Slasher Board Game: Survive the night in this strategic board game based on the movie. Outsmart John Carver and protect Plymouth from his deadly rampage. For 2-4 players.
• Thanksgiving Movie Poster – Limited Edition: Get your hands on a limited-edition print of the ‘Thanksgiving’ movie poster, featuring striking artwork and high-quality printing.

🎧 Soundtrack

Thanksgiving features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “Highway in the Wind” – performed by Arlo Guthrie
• “Pilgrim” – performed by MisterWives
• “Come Gather ‘Round Children” – performed by The Pilgrims

You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

🤨 FAQ

🔥 Bonus Content

Mary broke down during Thanksgiving dinner 😢

Thanksgiving dinner drama is real! Mary’s breakdown in this skit is way too relatable. See if you can relate too!

She prepared the family’s Thanksgiving dinner… 😂🦃 #movie #fyp

Ever feel like you are doing all the work for Thanksgiving dinner? This short, funny skit captures that feeling perfectly. You’ve gotta watch it, it’s hilarious!

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