Paddington in Peru ending and post-credits scene explained

As someone who has watched countless films over the years, I must say that Paddington in Peru is undoubtedly one of the most delightful and heartwarming movies I’ve seen recently. The way it weaves together adventure, family values, and a touch of humor is truly exceptional.


If you’re one of those captivated by Britain’s well-known brown bear, director Dougal Wilson has given us an extra treat in the form of a scene following the credits. To clarify and satisfy your curiosity, here’s a comprehensive explanation of Paddington’s ending in Peru.

Some films are forgettable, but we can’t get enough of Paddington. The third installment lives up to our expectations and offers Olivia Colman playing a singing nun in the Peruvian countryside. There doesn’t seem to be a specific reason for this choice!

However, everything’s just for a friendly laugh, and honestly, who wouldn’t want more of it? You likely won’t detect any change as Emily Mortimer takes over the character of Mrs. Brown, fitting effortlessly into the role.

What’s that mischievous Brown family up to now? Just as any bear with a passport would do, they’re fleeing town. Here’s the final summary of Paddington in Peru, along with the additional scenes after the credits. Be aware, there are spoilers ahead.

Paddington in Peru ending: The Reverend Mother has a dark side

In Peru, the truth about the Reverend Mother is unveiled – she’s actually Hunter’s cousin, who was believed to have perished. Following a confrontation, Paddington discovers Aunt Lucy in El Dorado, the very place where our beloved bear initially hailed from.

Paddington in Peru ending and post-credits scene explained

For a moment, let’s go back. Paddington recently obtained a sparkling new passport, coinciding with an unsettling missive from the House of Retired Bears. As per the Reverend Mother (played by Olivia Colman), Aunt Lucy (Imelda Staunton) has grown withdrawn and melancholic. Consequently, Paddington is being urged to pay her a visit.

Absolutely, the Browns – an aging family grappling with fresh uncertainties – show up promptly, but Aunt Lucy is mysteriously absent upon their arrival. The Reverend Mother seems oddly evasive regarding this matter, leading the family on a fruitless quest through the Amazon (everyone except Mrs. Bird, portrayed by Julie Walters, who remains behind). In short order, they encounter Hunter Cabot (Antonio Banderas) and his daughter Ruth (Carla Tous), who possess a boat.

They decide to escort Aunt Lucy to Rumi Rock, the place where she was last spotted. It’s said that this is the location of El Dorado’s entrance, but it’s also disclosed that Hunter harbors personal motivations for visiting there. Coming from a dynasty of gold seekers who are plagued by an insatiable compulsion to discover it, Hunter carries the weight of expectation to bring back the fortune. However, none of his ancestors have managed to achieve this feat, leaving him under immense pressure.

In the course of his search, Hunter discovers Aunt Lucy’s bracelet, which Paddington had been wearing since her disappearance. He believes this trinket holds the secret to locating El Dorado and decides to examine it closely. However, in a turn of events, he gets Ruth – who is urging her father to prioritize the real matters at hand – thrown off the boat, and unintentionally follows suit. The next morning, the Brown family finds themselves dealing with rough waters as their boat begins to sink.

After parting ways from the Brown family, Paddington encounters Hunter at Rumi Rock – a place where bears are said to guide. Following the tale, it’s the bears who seem to be in command, as Hunter employs Paddington’s compassionate nature to navigate them towards the hidden entrance on their daring duo adventure.

At the retirement home, Mrs. Bird has caught wind of the Reverend Mother’s secret activities. She stumbles upon a hidden room concealed behind the organ, where the Reverend Mother is surreptitiously monitoring the Browns using a tracking device she inadvertently provided to Mrs. Brown (Emily Mortimer). Under the pretense of safety, she proposes to transport Mrs. Bird towards the Browns as they edge closer to finding Paddington.

Moving forward, chaos erupts instead. Paddington and Hunter arrive at what’s said to be El Dorado, following Aunt Lucy’s guidance, but then Hunter attempts to harm Paddington over a bracelet. In the meantime, the Reverend Mother brings the Browns and crash-lands in the same location, causing a tense confrontation among everyone involved.

Here’s where we discover that the Reverend Mother is Hunter’s long-lost relative, working at the retirement home under false pretenses to locate the gold of El Dorado. When she found Aunt Lucy investigating it, she abandoned her in the Amazon and staged a disappearance, knowing Paddington held the key to uncovering this secret.

Paddington in Peru ending and post-credits scene explained

In Peru, the conclusion of Paddington’s adventure results in the Reverend Mother being temporarily displaced (she’s alive, don’t fret), whereas Hunter undergoes a transformation after meeting Ruth again. Meanwhile, Paddington discovers that he can open an entrance hidden within a cliff with his bracelet, unveiling the truth that El Dorado is actually where he originally hails from. To make things even more exciting, Aunt Lucy is found to be securely there.

She narrates her experiences in the Amazon, including the revelation that it was Paddington’s home (a shock since his bracelet turned out to be his all along). In this newfound community, Paddington discovers that the gold they possess is actually oranges. The bears had disguised themselves as forest spirits to protect El Dorado from being found (the reasoning becomes clearer when you watch the movie).

The Browns believe Paddington intends to remain, but surprisingly, he wishes to return to London with them instead. This decision has brought the family even closer despite living separately. Moreover, Paddington extends an invitation to the El Dorado bears, planning a vacation together.

The post-credits scene features a familiar face

In the movie Paddington, there are actually two bonus scenes that play after the credits roll. The initial one shows the El Dorado bears adjusting to life in London, while the second finds them visiting Phoenix Buchanan, played by Hugh Grant, in prison.

Paddington in Peru ending and post-credits scene explained

At the end, as the credits conclude, you’ll enjoy a charming sequence of Paddington and the El Dorado bears engaging in fun-filled adventures around London. He creatively names each bear, ranging from Waterloo and Bromley By Bow to the two little ones called Elephant and Castle.

(If you haven’t caught on yet, they’re all fellow tube stop names on the London Underground).

After a brief pause, Paddington leads his newly formed group to encounter an old acquaintance in the second post-credits scene – none other than the charismatic thief, Phoenix Buchanan, whom we initially met in Paddington 2. Despite being incarcerated, he suggests that his release is imminent, possibly hinting at a potential return in Paddington 4.

Prior to any additional adaptations, Phoenix has devised a plan for the upcoming bear characters – an impressive stage production, loosely based on Goldilocks and the Three Bears. He selects certain bears to take leading roles in show-stopping acts, and it appears they are ready to commence work… however, will it ultimately materialize?

We don’t know, as this is where the post-credits cuts to black (for now).

In the UK, Paddington will grace cinema screens on November 8, while US audiences can look forward to catching him on January 17, 2025. For additional information, explore top anime live-action adaptations and stay updated about upcoming releases such as the Snow White retelling and the live-action How to Train Your Dragon.

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2024-11-08 11:18