Nightjar Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for Nightjar.
Nightjar Ending Explained: Alan wakes up from bad dreams and hallucinations. Directed by Teemu Saarinen, this 2018 horror film stars Jere Saarela (Alan), alongside Janne Karjalainen as Gary, Martina Kuitto as Nightjar. With a 6/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.
What Happens at the End of Nightjar?
Alan wakes up from bad dreams and hallucinations. He has an injury on his stomach. He struggles to find a way out of his dreams and someone to help him. But as he finds someone, he's not sure if it's a good or a bad thing.
Teemu Saarinen's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Jere Saarela (Alan)'s journey. He has an injury on his stomach.
How Does Jere Saarela (Alan)'s Story End?
- Jere Saarela: Jere Saarela's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Janne Karjalainen (Gary): Janne Karjalainen's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Martina Kuitto (Nightjar): Martina Kuitto's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of Nightjar Mean?
Nightjar's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Jere Saarela may feel rushed. Teemu Saarinen's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.