Variant Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for Variant.
Variant Ending Explained: The EonCorp series continues in this shot-on-video science fiction gore-fest. Directed by Joe Meredith, this 2020 horror film stars Samuel Barnette (Adrian), alongside Cidney Meredith as Clementine, Toby Johansen as Dr. Bottin, Rob Ceus as Anti-EonCorp Insurgent. With a 6/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.
What Happens at the End of Variant?
The EonCorp series continues in this shot-on-video science fiction gore-fest. A lethal alien embryo is used by a deranged man to release a new infection that exceeds the malignancy of Havoc virus, raising the mutant dead from their graves, and unleashing a new breed of alien terror.
Joe Meredith's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Samuel Barnette (Adrian)'s journey. A lethal alien embryo is used by a deranged man to release a new infection that exceeds the malignancy of Havoc virus, raising the mutant dead from their graves, and unleashing a new breed of alien terror.
As part of the South Mill District Collection, the ending carries additional weight for fans following the franchise.
How Does Samuel Barnette (Adrian)'s Story End?
- Samuel Barnette: Samuel Barnette's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Cidney Meredith (Clementine): Cidney Meredith's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Toby Johansen (Dr. Bottin): Toby Johansen's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of Variant Mean?
Variant's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Samuel Barnette may feel rushed. Joe Meredith's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.