In 2024, superhero media spanned across various platforms, providing viewers with unforgettable scenes yet also presenting puzzling plot holes that prompted discussions among fans. While audiences are typically willing to enter these fantastical narratives with a degree of disbelief, certain inconsistencies and lapses in logic make it difficult to fully engage. This has particularly been the case within both the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) and the DC Universe, where narrative missteps frequently clash with established character motivations and plot rules.
The year brought significant developments in the realm of superhero cinema and television. Milestones included the conclusion of Fox’s X-Men franchise with Deadpool & Wolverine, and the initiation of the DC Universe’s Chapter One with Creature Commandos. Additionally, The Penguin further explored the world introduced in Matt Reeves’ The Batman. Meanwhile, fans witnessed the release of three new films from Sony’s Spider-Man Universe. Despite the inherent flexibility of superhero narratives, viewers anticipate a coherent structure that upholds the fundamentals set within these beloved universes. Significant failures to maintain this coherence can lead to viewer frustration, even in the most thrilling of storylines.
10 Why Can The Symbiotes Now Bond With Anyone?
Venom: The Last Dance
The Venom film series initially demonstrated stringent rules concerning symbiote bonding. In the original movie, bonding with symbiotes was a perilous act exclusive to a few “special”hosts; most human beings faced grim fates if they attempted to bond. This premise heightened the tension in Eddie Brock’s unique relationship with Venom. However, by the time we reached Venom: The Last Dance, the narrative seemingly disregarded these established rules. The film presents a scenario where symbiotes can bond with hosts indiscriminately, without the earlier lethal repercussions.
This lack of explanation for such a drastic shift in compatibility erodes one of the franchise’s main appeals. The inherent dangers associated with bonding had served as a crucial narrative hook, and their abrupt removal diminishes both the threat posed by the symbiotes and the significance of Eddie’s bond with Venom.
9 Knull Still Prepares For An Invasion Without The Venom Codex
Venom: The Last Dance
In Venom, Eddie Brock’s survival leads to the creation of the Codex—a unique biological signature that connects him to Knull, the god of symbiotes. The Codex was pivotal to Knull’s potential escape from his cosmic prison in Venom: The Last Dance, establishing significant stakes for Eddie and Venom’s survival. However, in a glaring inconsistency, the post-credits scene indicates that Knull will proceed with his invasion, even after the destruction of the Codex alongside Venom.
This poses a critical question: If the Codex was essential for Knull’s plans, how can he pursue them without it? Such a lack of clarity significantly undermines the importance of the Codex and calls into question Knull’s motivations, diluting the perceived threat he poses within the story.
8 How Exactly Did Kraven Become A Hunter?
Collar The Hunter
Kraven the Hunter introduces the character of Sergei Kravinoff as a skilled predator, highlighted for his hunting abilities while also being portrayed as an ecowarrior focused on safeguarding wildlife. Although he retains his title as the world’s greatest hunter, the film emphasizes that he refrains from killing animals. This raises significant questions regarding the development of his exceptional skills.
The narrative falls short in illustrating how Sergei evolved from a mere survivalist into a master hunter. A fleeting moment shows him adeptly taking down poachers, which feels like an implausible leap given his backstory. This oversight undermines Kraven’s established reputation as one of Spider-Man’s most formidable adversaries, leaving audiences to wonder about the validity of his character’s trajectory.
7 Deadpool Appears In Earth-616 Before Meeting The TVA
Deadpool & Wolverine
Deadpool & Wolverine embraces its multiverse concept, introducing Deadpool into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). However, the timeline concerning his arrival in Earth-616 raises significant issues. Early interactions with characters like Happy Hogan hint at a crossover into the MCU before Deadpool has officially been enlisted by the Time Variance Authority (TVA) or acquired the means for multiverse travel.
The lack of clarity surrounding how Deadpool appeared in Earth-616 prior to his TVA recruitment leaves viewers perplexed. This inconsistency undermines the narrative integrity, making it difficult to accept his early presence in this universe even within the film’s wildly humorous context.
6 The Prophetic Letter “S”
Madame Web
In Madame Web, the recurring image of the letter “S”is woven throughout the story as a significant prophecy. However, the climactic resolution subverts this anticipation, as the letter “S”ultimately lacks any meaningful relevance. Instead, a Pepsi sign’s “P”becomes the focal point during a crucial moment, rendering earlier hints regarding the “S”ineffective.
5 Why Did Agatha Gather A Coven Of Powerless Witches?
Agatha All Along
In Agatha All Along, Agatha Harkness gathers a group of witches ostensibly to regain her lost powers. Yet, many of the witches she gathers are notably weak or handicapped, raising logical questions about her strategy. If Agatha’s objective is to strengthen herself, it doesn’t make sense to recruit a weak coven.
By failing to justify why she would seek out such powerless allies, the narrative detracts from Agatha’s cunning portrayal and arbitrarily limits the story’s tension. The lack of strong witches hinders her potential power and could leave viewers questioning her wisdom as a villain.
4 Sal Maroni’s Prison Escape
The Penguin
The Penguin features the character Sal Maroni orchestrating a prison escape that strains credulity. After eliminating a guard, he claims to have simply taken the keys, a dismissal of the fact that, given his status as a high-profile prisoner, he would likely encounter heightened security measures.
If Maroni has the influence to facilitate such an escape, the narrative fails to explain why he didn’t undertake it sooner, especially during his earlier conflicts with Falcone. This lack of detail detracts from the overall storytelling, turning a critical plot point into a mere convenience for plot progression.
3 Inconsistencies With Harley Quinn And Her Access To Joker In Arkham Asylum
Joker: Madness A Deux
Joker: Folie à Deux blurs boundaries between reality and fantasy, complicating the depiction of Harley Quinn’s connection with the Joker. If their interactions and emotional moments are simply figments of Arthur Fleck’s imagination, it raises questions about the authenticity of Harley’s affection for him.
Moreover, her apparent freedom of movement within Arkham Asylum creates further inconsistency. While certain scenes may involve hallucinations, Harley is seen navigating the facility without restrictions in others, leaving viewers puzzled about how she could facilitate such access without adequate explanation.
2 X-Men ’97 Doubles Down On Two X-Men: TAS Plot Holes
X-Men ‘97
X-Men: The Animated Series encountered continuity issues, but the reboot, X-Men ’97, magnifies these discrepancies, particularly concerning Angel and Rogue’s backstories. Angel is introduced as an outsider before flashbacks confirmed his status as a founding member, creating a muddled narrative.
Additionally, Rogue’s interactions with the Brotherhood members, lacking recognition of their prior affiliations, contrast with past revelations of her own history with them. This lack of clarity highlights unresolved themes from the original series while feeling more like inconsistent callbacks rather than coherent development.
1 How Does Chameleon Meet The Jackal?
Collar The Hunter
In Kraven the Hunter, the character of the Jackal is introduced as the figure who confers powers upon Rhino. By the film’s end, Chameleon claims his own shapeshifting ability stems from an encounter with the Jackal. However, the timeline linking these characters remains unarticulated, leaving audiences confused about the circumstances of their meeting.
The absence of detailed context makes the Chameleon’s acquisition of powers feel like a forced plot element, diminishing the significance of his transformation. This lack of clarity ranks it among the year’s most confusing plot holes in the superhero genre.
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