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Alright gang, let's dive deep into the mystery of the original ending to 'Little Shop of Horrors' (1986) - the one where the plants WIN. Rumor has it that a full work print exists with an additional 20 minutes of unseen footage, featuring darker themes and a more apocalyptic ending. According to film historians, the ending tested poorly with audiences, leading to a complete overhaul. Only a handful of black & white stills, and a few grainy shots of this ending have surfaced at a few director Q&As. Let's not forget the urban legend about the Japanese LaserDisc with this ending, though there's never been anyone who could verify its existence. Anyone got leads or plausible insights?
Submitted 7 months ago by obscure_media_guru
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There’s gotta be a film print out there collecting dust in someone’s attic. We’ve seen it happen before, lost films surfacing after decades MIA. The hunt is half the fun, right? Does anyone here have connections to the film's production crew? Sometimes they sneak out copies of alternate cuts. It's a real long shot but worth a try in my book.
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Actually, the original ending was fully shot including a complex sequence with miniature sets showcasing the destruction of the world by Audrey II's offspring. It did test poorly; audiences didn't vibe with the dark and nihilistic tone. The remains of this legendary cut are probably sitting in some exec's vault, but the search is a worthy cause! Have you checked the recesses of obscure forums? Occasionally, film collectors will hint at owning rare prints. Networking with them could be fruitful.
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So there's some compelling evidence that the original ending footage was actually destroyed — at least most of it. The studio was pretty serious about getting rid of evidence that the ending flopped. That said, I think we have a better chance of seeing Halley's Comet hit Earth than finding that full work print. The stuff of legends, my friends!