35 of the Most Paused Movie Scenes in Hollywood History

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Some of the most jaw-dropping moments in movies can happen so quickly that you simply have to pause to understand exactly what's happening. Whether it's a deliberately short scene of something completely inappropriate or a cool detail that flashed before your very eyes; the TV remote is such a useful tool to pick out every minute movie detail. Blink at the following paused movie scenes and you might miss them!

Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982)

While it is not the greatest movie of all time, Fast Times at Ridgemont High is certainly a classic '80s coming-of-age movie. While there are some good performances, it seems like the most memorable scene is a pretty superficial one.

It involves Phoebe Cates's character Linda, who is enjoying a swim with her friend Stacy. The most paused moment in that scene comes when Linda finally climbs up the steps and gets out of the pool.

Basic Instinct (1992)

It has to be, without a doubt, one of the most iconic and provocative shots in all of movie history. Sharon Stone certainly stole headlines for her performance in 1992's Basic Instinct. However, this scene ultimately overshadowed the entire movie and for obvious reasons.

Despite seemingly being fully dressed, Stone's leg crossover gave viewers a lot more than they had anticipated going into the movie. It's amazing how many people failed to finish the movie because they paused on this scene.

Cabin in the Woods (2012)

This is one movie that has one of the most paused scenes in movie history for very different reasons. Cabin in the Woods received rave reviews because of its meta approach to the horror genre.

During a scene where scientists are working out what could happen to the main characters, a whiteboard can be seen detailing a list of creatures being controlled by the scientists. So many viewers have paused this scene to get a closer look at which monsters are actually on the list.

The Wizard of Oz (1939)

It is no secret that fans have picked out many dark references in 1939's classic movie The Wizard of Oz. However, probably the strangest observance someone made was in the background while Dorothy and her friends were walking down the yellow brick road.

Although the official story described the figure in the background as a bird, many viewers have developed a theory that it is actually a munchkin that hung himself. It certainly puts a dark spin on this scene!