Outer Space Jitters Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for Outer Space Jitters.
Outer Space Jitters Ending Explained: The stooges accompany professor Jones on an expedition to Venus, where they discover that the Venusians are planning to conquer the earth with an army of zombies. Directed by Jules White, this 1957 comedy film stars Larry Fine (Larry / Larry's Son), alongside Joe Besser as Joe / Joe's Son, Moe Howard as Moe / Moe's Son, Emil Sitka as Professor Jones. Rated 4.8/10, the conclusion has sparked discussion among viewers.
What Happens at the End of Outer Space Jitters?
The stooges accompany professor Jones on an expedition to Venus, where they discover that the Venusians are planning to conquer the earth with an army of zombies. When the boys learn that they're going to be turned into zombies, they escape. The scene changes to the stooges apartment where we learn they are just telling a bedtime story to their kids (also played by the stooges) while they wait for the baby sitter to arrive. When the baby sitter shows up, she looks like one of the zombies and the boys exit in a hurry.
Jules White's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Larry Fine (Larry / Larry's Son)'s journey. When the boys learn that they're going to be turned into zombies, they escape.
How Does Larry Fine (Larry / Larry's Son)'s Story End?
- Larry Fine: Larry Fine's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Joe Besser (Joe / Joe's Son): Joe Besser's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Moe Howard (Moe / Moe's Son): Moe Howard's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of Outer Space Jitters Mean?
The ending of Outer Space Jitters brings the narrative to a close, though viewer reception has been mixed. The resolution of Larry Fine's story may not satisfy all audiences.