Scientific mistakes in movies that really are fiction

When encountering DNA from the Jurassic Period, the instinctive response is to attempt the resurrection of dinosaurs. However, this endeavor faces multiple obstacles. One being that the half-life of DNA stands at 521 years, making it unattainable in reality. Furthermore, the successful cloning of a dinosaur necessitates the possession of the complete genome.

3 / 31 Fotos

'Jurassic Park' (1993) -

If a miracle occurred and raptors were revived, they would appear distinct from the hairless reptiles depicted in movies. These creatures, adorned with feathers, possessed a resemblance to "kickboxing killer turkeys," as stated by a paleontologist.

4 / 31 Fotos

'Armageddon' (1998) -

'Armageddon' is so inaccurate that NASA shows it to their trainees in their management training program to see if they are able to spot all 168 mistakes!

5 / 31 Fotos

'Armageddon' (1998) -

The film is based on an unrealistic scenario, in that an asteroid "the size of Texas" would have been detectable years in advance, rather than just a few days before impacting Earth.

6 / 31 Fotos

'I Am Legend' (2007) -

Dr. Robert Neville, played by Will Smith, survives alone after a contagious outbreak turns people into zombies.

7 / 31 Fotos

'I Am Legend' (2007) -

What does he do then? Well, he comes up with a solution using his own blood to make a vaccine. However, this can only work if he himself is infected, as he needs to generate the necessary antibodies for the vaccine.

8 / 31 Fotos

'Star Wars' (franchise) -

Do you understand the implication of space lacking air, which is necessary for sound to travel?

9 / 31 Fotos

'Star Wars' (franchise) -

The implication is that there would be no sound in spaceship battles, and the explosion of the death star, and all other loud bangs, would go unheard.

10 / 31 Fotos

'Star Wars' (franchise) -

Deflecting lasers using light sabers implies that Jedis possess reflexes faster than light (since light travels at its own speed). Moreover, it is important to note that beams of light are not visible in outer space. However, it is possible that The Force has the ability to defy these scientific limitations!

11 / 31 Fotos

'Superman' (1978) -

Let's not delve into the super powers. Rather, let's concentrate on a specific action performed by Superman that may not produce the intended outcome. He reverses the Earth's rotation to rewind time.

12 / 31 Fotos

'Superman' (1978) -

Even if Superman managed to give our planet a little push in the opposite direction, it wouldn't turn back time. It would, however, potentially change weather patterns.

13 / 31 Fotos

'The Dark Knight Rises' (2012) -

Batman effortlessly diffuses an imminent bomb threat within two minutes by deftly piloting his batplane to a safe distance, ensuring the security of all.

14 / 31 Fotos

'The Dark Knight Rises' (2012) -

Even if he flew at a speed of 467 km/h (290 mph), he would only reach a distance of over 11 km (7 miles). At this range, the bomb would undoubtedly cause destruction to everything and everyone.

15 / 31 Fotos

'Skyfall' (2012) -

Remember that iconic underwater fight scene, where James Bond emerges looking surprisingly calm and collected, as if he had just finished a playful dip with a rubber duck in a warm bathtub instead of engaging in a intense struggle with a foe in icy waters?

16 / 31 Fotos

'Skyfall' (2012) -

It is improbable as 007 would probably experience hypothermia and uncontrollable shivering in that situation.

17 / 31 Fotos

'Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory' (1971) -

In a specific scene, Charlie's grandfather joyfully leaps out of bed and begins dancing, despite being confined to bed for years.

18 / 31 Fotos

'Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory' (1971) -

It's not possible. Being in bed for years would lead to muscle loss. He would likely need intensive physical therapy before being capable of performing such moves.

19 / 31 Fotos

'Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull' (2008) -

It appears that Indiana Jones has a knack for escaping various situations, including a nuclear explosion.

20 / 31 Fotos

'Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull' (2008) -

Perhaps this time Indie went too far. He managed to survive the explosion by seeking refuge in a refrigerator! It is common knowledge that a fridge is not a reliable shield against a nuclear bomb detonation.

21 / 31 Fotos

'X-Men' (2000) -

Is it possible to have a new species of humans within one generation? Evolution suggests otherwise, as small mutations typically require millions of years to form.

22 / 31 Fotos

'The Core' (2003) -

Several unusual events occur, leading a scientist to uncover that the rotation of the planet's core has ceased. The proposed resolution involves triggering a powerful blast to restore its movement.

23 / 31 Fotos

'The Core' (2003) -

They subsequently make the decision to drill into the Earth's core and employ explosives to restore the planet's rotation. However, it is important to note that explosives would not be effective in initiating planetary rotation, and the concept of drilling to the core is simply impractical.

24 / 31 Fotos

'Independence Day' (1996) -

Writing code and infiltrating an extraterrestrial IT system to rescue the planet? Absolutely doable. Surely, they possess solely one programming language, correct?

25 / 31 Fotos

'The Day After Tomorrow' (2004) -

Many people are aware of the alarming possibility of glaciers melting, causing a rise in water levels and flooding cities worldwide.

26 / 31 Fotos

'The Day After Tomorrow' (2004) -

Fortunately, this process will probably occur over a long period of time, rather than a mere few days. Regrettably, glacial melt is indeed unfolding as we speak.

27 / 31 Fotos

'Waterworld' (1995) -

This flood goes beyond the usual. In this movie the entire planet is submerged! However, it seems implausible as Earth lacks sufficient water to make this possible.

28 / 31 Fotos

'2012' (2009) -

Yet another film depicting an apocalypse in which ice melts, causing flooding of the Earth. Once again, it is important to note that in reality, there is not enough water for this scenario to happen.

29 / 31 Fotos

Science fiction? That's the beauty of film! -

We have the opportunity to witness events that are unlikely to occur in our own lifetimes, allowing us a temporary escape from the realities of everyday existence.

See also: Incredible mistakes in film and TV

30 / 31 Fotos

0 / 31 Fotos

'Lucy' (2014) -

The concept that humans only utilize 10% of their brain is a familiar one. This film delves into the potential outcomes if we were to unlock the complete capability of our gray matter.

NL Beeld

1 / 31 Fotos

'Lucy' (2014) -

Despite its potential, there is no scientific proof supporting the notion that humans utilize only 10% of their brains.

NL Beeld

2 / 31 Fotos

'Jurassic Park' (1993) -

NL Beeld

3 / 31 Fotos

'Jurassic Park' (1993) -

Getty Images

4 / 31 Fotos

'Armageddon' (1998) -

'Armageddon' is so inaccurate that NASA shows it to their trainees in their management training program to see if they are able to spot all 168 mistakes!

NL Beeld

5 / 31 Fotos

'Armageddon' (1998) -

The film is based on an unrealistic scenario, in that an asteroid "the size of Texas" would have been detectable years in advance, rather than just a few days before impacting Earth.

NL Beeld

6 / 31 Fotos

'I Am Legend' (2007) -

Dr. Robert Neville, played by Will Smith, survives alone after a contagious outbreak turns people into zombies.

NL Beeld

7 / 31 Fotos

'I Am Legend' (2007) -

NL Beeld

8 / 31 Fotos

'Star Wars' (franchise) -

Do you understand the implication of space lacking air, which is necessary for sound to travel?

NL Beeld

9 / 31 Fotos

'Star Wars' (franchise) -

The implication is that there would be no sound in spaceship battles, and the explosion of the death star, and all other loud bangs, would go unheard.

NL Beeld

10 / 31 Fotos

'Star Wars' (franchise) -

NL Beeld

11 / 31 Fotos

'Superman' (1978) -

Let's not delve into the super powers. Rather, let's concentrate on a specific action performed by Superman that may not produce the intended outcome. He reverses the Earth's rotation to rewind time.

NL Beeld

12 / 31 Fotos

'Superman' (1978) -

Even if Superman managed to give our planet a little push in the opposite direction, it wouldn't turn back time. It would, however, potentially change weather patterns.

NL Beeld

13 / 31 Fotos

'The Dark Knight Rises' (2012) -

Batman effortlessly diffuses an imminent bomb threat within two minutes by deftly piloting his batplane to a safe distance, ensuring the security of all.

NL Beeld

14 / 31 Fotos

'The Dark Knight Rises' (2012) -

Even if he flew at a speed of 467 km/h (290 mph), he would only reach a distance of over 11 km (7 miles). At this range, the bomb would undoubtedly cause destruction to everything and everyone.

NL Beeld

15 / 31 Fotos

'Skyfall' (2012) -

NL Beeld

16 / 31 Fotos

'Skyfall' (2012) -

It is improbable as 007 would probably experience hypothermia and uncontrollable shivering in that situation.

NL Beeld

17 / 31 Fotos

'Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory' (1971) -

In a specific scene, Charlie's grandfather joyfully leaps out of bed and begins dancing, despite being confined to bed for years.

NL Beeld

18 / 31 Fotos

'Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory' (1971) -

It's not possible. Being in bed for years would lead to muscle loss. He would likely need intensive physical therapy before being capable of performing such moves.

NL Beeld

19 / 31 Fotos

'Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull' (2008) -

It appears that Indiana Jones has a knack for escaping various situations, including a nuclear explosion.

NL Beeld

20 / 31 Fotos

'Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull' (2008) -

NL Beeld

21 / 31 Fotos

'X-Men' (2000) -

Is it possible to have a new species of humans within one generation? Evolution suggests otherwise, as small mutations typically require millions of years to form.

NL Beeld

22 / 31 Fotos

'The Core' (2003) -

Several unusual events occur, leading a scientist to uncover that the rotation of the planet's core has ceased. The proposed resolution involves triggering a powerful blast to restore its movement.

NL Beeld

23 / 31 Fotos

'The Core' (2003) -

NL Beeld

24 / 31 Fotos

'Independence Day' (1996) -

Writing code and infiltrating an extraterrestrial IT system to rescue the planet? Absolutely doable. Surely, they possess solely one programming language, correct?

NL Beeld

25 / 31 Fotos

'The Day After Tomorrow' (2004) -

Many people are aware of the alarming possibility of glaciers melting, causing a rise in water levels and flooding cities worldwide.

NL Beeld

26 / 31 Fotos

'The Day After Tomorrow' (2004) -

Fortunately, this process will probably occur over a long period of time, rather than a mere few days. Regrettably, glacial melt is indeed unfolding as we speak.

NL Beeld

27 / 31 Fotos

'Waterworld' (1995) -

This flood goes beyond the usual. In this movie the entire planet is submerged! However, it seems implausible as Earth lacks sufficient water to make this possible.

NL Beeld

28 / 31 Fotos

'2012' (2009) -

Yet another film depicting an apocalypse in which ice melts, causing flooding of the Earth. Once again, it is important to note that in reality, there is not enough water for this scenario to happen.

NL Beeld

29 / 31 Fotos

Science fiction? That's the beauty of film! -

NL Beeld

30 / 31 Fotos

Scientific mistakes in movies that really are fiction

Do humans really only use 10% of their brain?

19/09/24 | StarsInsider

MOVIES Film

Some Hollywood films are known for depicting the absurd. For example, rarely would you see anyone casually strolling away from an explosion without looking back, probably in shock. But Tinseltown loves to exaggerate. However, amidst all the misrepresentations in movies, there are some obvious scientific errors that are hard to overlook. For instance, would reversing the Earth's rotation really allow us to travel back in time? Mmm, perhaps not. So, what are some of Hollywood's greatest scientific howlers?

Click through for a reality check.