M. Night Shyamalan’s latest thriller Trap has finally hit the screens, and many are wondering if it has a post-credits scene. The film centers around a serial killer’s attempt to escape capture at a concert. The film garnered largely mixed reviews from viewers and critics.
That said, here’s everything you need to know about Trap‘s post-credits scene.
Is there an end, mid, or post-credits scene in Trap?
Yes, Trap includes a mid-credits scene.
Fans are well aware of Shyamalan’s adherence to a classic filmmaking style, often forgoing post-credits sequences. However, Trap breaks this mold again by including a post-credits scene. This marks the second time the director has experimented with this cinematic approach, following Split (2016). While Knock at the Cabin hinted at something post-credits with an audio cue, Trap delivers a full-fledged scene. Including this credit scene is a clever move that could surprise audiences who aren’t accustomed to this in Shyamalan’s films.
Trap’s mid-credits scene explained
Viewers who stayed through the mid-credits of Trap were treated to a surprising reveal. Picking up after the film’s conclusion, the audience is reunited with Jamie. As the mid-credits scene unfolds, Jamie watches the news and is stunned to see that the FBI has arrested The Butcher, who is none other than Cooper.
Jamie then realizes that he had unintentionally revealed key information regarding the true motive of the event to Cooper. The scene concludes with Jamie reacting to The Butcher’s arrest and the shocking revelation of his true identity.
A fun fact is that Shyamalan did not originally include the post-credits scene in the script. In an interview with Gizmodo, the director revealed that the idea for the scene came up during a conversation with Jonathan Langdon. He told the actor that it would be a great idea to see something else happening to Jamie. So, Langdon’s impactful performance in a brief role and the conversation pushed the idea for the post-credits scene.
Additionally, the post-credit scene has raised the hopes for a sequel. Although it is more likely for a comedic shock value, a sequel could still be possible. However, whether there will be a sequel depends on the reception of the film and its box office performance. So, if Trap manages to tick all the boxes, a part 2 resuming The Butcher’s life can make an interesting watch.
