34 Years Later, a Crime Thriller “Masterpiece” With an Iconic Twist Ending Lands on Free Streaming

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As a huge movie fan, especially of ’90s thrillers, I was excited to hear that one of the most talked-about films from that era is now available to stream for free! We all know the big Hollywood hits like Basic Instinct, Cape Fear, The Hand That Rocks the Cradle, and Heat, but if you’re looking for something a little different – and seriously gripping – check out The Crying Game. This British/Irish thriller came out in 1992 and absolutely blew people away with its twists and turns. It’s a film that really stuck with you, and now a whole new audience gets to experience it. Trust me, you won’t see the ending coming!

You can now watch The Crying Game for free on Pluto TV! This British/Irish crime thriller became available on the streaming platform on February 1st. Keep in mind that, like other movies on Pluto TV, it probably won’t be available for long—likely just until the end of the month—so be sure to watch it while you can.

Okay, so as a huge movie fan, let me tell you about The Crying Game. It’s a classic British/Irish crime thriller, seriously one of the best. Neil Jordan wrote and directed it, and it actually won the Oscar for Best Original Screenplay back in ’93. It was also nominated for a bunch of other big awards, including Best Picture, and nods for both Stephen Rea (who’s fantastic in it) and Jordan himself. The story centers around Fergus, played by Rea, who’s involved with the IRA. He ends up kidnapping a British soldier, Jody (Forest Whitaker), and surprisingly, they start to connect. Things go south with the kidnapping, and Fergus then tracks down Jody’s girlfriend in London, but believe me, there’s a huge twist you won’t see coming. It’s a really gripping film, and the official plot summary is…

Fergus, a member of the Irish Republican Army, develops a surprising connection with Jody, a British soldier he’s been tasked with holding captive, even as his IRA companions, Jude and Maguire, disapprove. Jody asks Fergus to make a promise: to visit his girlfriend, Dil, in London. After escaping, Fergus travels to London and finds Dil, but he’s pursued by his former IRA colleagues and finds himself increasingly captivated by her mysterious and unexpected personality.

‘The Crying Game’ Is a Certified Cult-Classic

Released in 1992, The Crying Game was a critical hit, as its Oscar wins indicate. It currently has a 95% approval rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes. While audiences generally enjoyed the film—giving it a 78% rating—the twist ending proved divisive for some.

One RT user called Neil Jordan’s film a “must-see,” and critics generally agree that The Crying Game is memorable for its surprising twist. However, they also praise it as a captivating and thought-provoking mystery that keeps you engaged throughout.

‘The Crying Game’s Plot Twist Ending Is Iconic


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I won’t spoil the big plot twist in this movie recommendation. However, anyone who’s seen The Crying Game – particularly those who saw it when it came out in 1992 – will remember how famous the ending is. It’s one of the most discussed movie endings from the ’90s and even had an unexpected impact on films like Ace Ventura: Pet Detective.

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2026-02-07 16:19