Post-credits scenes have become a staple of modern cinema, starting from the 1960s with the first recorded post-credits scene in “The Silencers.” From there, they have evolved to become a vital part of many films, often providing a bonus moment of entertainment, setting up future plotlines, or even changing the course of a franchise. In this article, we’ll explore the best post-credits scenes in cinema, highlighting the most memorable and impactful ones.
Ranking from 10 to 1, our list includes a mix of superhero films, comedies, and animated features. “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” stands out with its record-breaking five post-credits scenes, while “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” and “Iron Man” both feature iconic and influential scenes that have shaped the genre.
A Still From Avengers 2012 (Via IMDB)
At number 10, “The Avengers” (2012) brings the laughs with a hilarious shawarma scene that shows the Avengers in a lighter mood after their epic battle. Moving down the list, “Captain America: The First Avenger” (2011) surprises audiences with a post-credits scene that reveals Steve Rogers’ fate, while “Deadpool” (2016) parodies the post-credits scene phenomenon with a winking acknowledgment of the audience’s patience.
Animated films “Monsters, Inc.” (2001) and “Napoleon Dynamite” (2004) feature standalone post-credits scenes that extend the story or add humor to the film. In contrast, “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” (2017) uses its five post-credits scenes to tie up loose ends, reveal new information, and set up future plotlines.
“Cyberpunk: 2077” will be the first game with a movie-like narrative, with post-credits scenes.
