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Just a few mind-blowing and potentially life-changing fan theories to consider while thinking about your favorite TV shows, films, franchises, and universes. 

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If you like Coen brothers fan theories, here's a list to tuck away with the Creedence records, and share with whomever in your life is the equivalent of Donny and Walter. Ethan and Joel Coen have spent a few decades making deeply intelligent, wacky, and violent films that only they could make. In the process, they've attracted fan theories as unique as their work.&nbsp; &nbsp;From The Big Lebowski foreshadowing 9/11 to Llewyn Davis attending Marva Munson’s church in the ‘60s, Coen brothers <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/creators-confirm-wild-fan-theories/nathan-gibson?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">movie fan theories</a> are far from boring. Many Fargo theories have sprouted since the film's release in 1996, and again in the wake of the TV series premiere in 2014. Showrunner Noah Hawley and his writers love to embed <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2015/11/03/arts/television/noah-hawley-on-fargo-comic-haircuts-and-living-in-the-coen-universe.html" target="_blank">Coen Easter eggs</a> in the series. &nbsp;Making connections or nailing down symbolism in an original <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-coen-brothers-movies-ranked/mike-mcgranaghan?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Coen brothers film</a> can be a tough task.&nbsp;There’s merit to not believing what the Coens say about their own work. Many fans believe the filmmakers are unreliable narrators. Fans think, “That cat in Inside Llewyn has meaning, right?” The Coens shrug and say the cat is just a cat. But cat lover Marva Munson from The Ladykillers may have other ideas.&nbsp;&nbsp; This list brings together some of the more reasonable and plausible Coen brother fan theories. Vote for the ones you think could be true. Needless to say,&nbsp;SPOILERS ahead.&nbsp;

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Die Hard Franchise

An action classic (and contested Christmas film),&nbsp;Die Hard&nbsp;was a box office hit when it was released in 1988. Many years and sequels later, dozens of&nbsp;Die Hard&nbsp;fan theories now circulate&nbsp;among its viewers.&nbsp;

From those that claim Hans Gruber may be a wizard in disguise to others that link the movie to a popular &#39;90s sitcom, viewer speculations are in no short supply. Found deep within the trenches of Reddit, some of these theories about John McClane and his adventures are more probable than others, but any one of them may just change how you view the movie.

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In appreciation of the action thriller franchise that follows a deadly assassin who comes out of retirement to seek [highly justified] personal revenge. 

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John Wick Franchise

John Wick is undoubtedly one of the most awesome figures in the action genre. When the first film was released in 2014, it was met with immediate acclaim. It marked the resurgence in&nbsp;popularity for Keanu Reeves&nbsp;and reminded&nbsp;fans why this beloved action star is to be protected at all times.

Its sequel, John Wick: Chapter 2, garnered even more acclaim and box office revenue. It also reunited Reeves with his Matrix co-star&nbsp;Laurence Fishburne. The third film in the increasingly popular franchise,&nbsp;John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum, continued to build on that run of success&nbsp;and solidify the franchise&#39;s fan base.

These type of characters have been common for Reeves, paving the way for a number of&nbsp;John Wick fan theories relating to the actor&#39;s previous work. Some fans have made some rather interesting connections.

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Ranking all the various villagers, designs, islands, and more from Nintendo’s adorable anthropomorphic social simulation franchise.

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As one of the biggest and most beloved <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-video-game-franchises/ranker-games?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">video game franchises</a> of all time,&nbsp;Animal Crossing holds a special place in many gamers hearts as the first, and in many opinions, best life simulation game of all time. Every Animeal Crossing game places&nbsp;players in&nbsp;their own private island and has them make friends, improve their home, and basically live the good life, and while the series has gone on to amass a horde of new fans with Animal Crossing: New Horizons, there are plenty of unanswered questions concerning Tom Nook, Isabelle, and the <a href="/list/animal-crossing-new-horizons-characters/kyle-townsend">rest of the villagers</a> you get to hang out with.Throughout five console releases and three spin-offs, the <a href="/list/surprising-animal-crossing-facts/terrance-w-pryor">growing world of Animal Crossing</a> is definitely more complicated than it looks. Sure, the gameplay may seem simple, but that hasn't stopped a plethora of Animal Crossing fan theories from popping up on sites like Reddit speculating about Tom Nook’s potentially dark backstory, Coco’s real identity, and so more.&nbsp;There have been plenty of Animal Crossing fan theories to emerge over the years, but which ones do you think (if any) hold any&nbsp;weight?&nbsp;

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Do you meseeks Rick and *BURRRRP* Morty? Because we'll show you what we've got! *BURP* From quotes to fun facts, learn all you've ever wanted to know about *BURP* the show.

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Just a few mind-blowing and potentially life-changing fan theories to consider while thinking about your favorite science fiction shows, films, franchises, and universes.

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Adult Swim’s Rick and Morty is one of the twistiest, timey-wimey shows on television. Because of its multi-layered narrative structure, there are hundreds of Rick and Morty fan theories (if not more), all supported by<a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-rick-and-morty-quotes/movie-and-tv-quotes" target="_blank"> quotes from the show</a>. This list looks at some of the most interesting theories that cut through the BS and elaborate on <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/rick-and-morty-philosophy-quotes/jtdesaulnier" target="_blank">the show's philosophical elements</a>. Some fan theories about Rick and Morty are so good that you might question everything you thought you knew about the weirdest grandfather, and grandson duo on television. Some of these Rick and Morty conspiracy theories might even substantiate your own theories about the show. Take a look at these crazy good Rick and Morty theories and try not to lose your mind.The big question at the center of almost every Rick and Morty theory is “Who is Rick Sanchez?” And why is he so obsessed with Morty? This list has theories about whether or not Rick and Morty are from the same universe, ponders the upsides of cloning, and even plumbs the depths of the most important substance in the world: ice cream. Also: <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/hard-science-behind-rick-and-morty-stories/brandon-michaels" target="_blank">what is the nature of science?</a> All of these Rick and Morty fan theories have a nugget of truth in them, and they’ll change the way you watch the show forever.Vote up the fan theories that are actually kind of smart, and then leave a comment with what you think is really going on in the Rick and Morty universe.

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The sitcom follows Ted Mosby, architect, and his pals Barney, Marshall, Lily, and Robin, as they live, laugh, and love in New York City. From 2005 to 2014, it was—wait for it—legendary.

How I Met Your Mother

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There’s no shortage of How I Met Your Mother fan theories circulating around the Internet. The CBS show ran for nine seasons, and left viewers with plenty of hidden nuggets and unresolved story lines to keep them guessing for years. Without concrete answers, devoted fans had no choice but to cook up their own philosophies regarding the show and its characters. If you watched all 208 episodes, it’s a safe bet you can answer your fair share of plain old How I Met Your Mother trivia, but these are the fan theories about How I Met Your Mother that might just blow your mind - not to mention change the way you see certain scenes, episodes, and characters. Which ones do you believe? Vote up the best HIMYM fan theories. And when you're done with that, you can also check out other <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/what-to-watch-if-you-love-how-i-met-your-mother/watchworthy" target="_blank">shows like How I Met Your Mother</a> to obsess over, and form your own theories!&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Lists about Matt Groening's animated sitcom about an average family from Springfield, airing since 1989.

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Which one of these is the best Bart Simpson fan theory? You get to help decide with your votes. Bart Simpson (aka Bartman, aka El Barto) has been making prank calls to Moe&#39;s, saving/destroying Springfield, and repeatedly getting strangled by his father for over thirty seasons to date. In the early days of Springfield he was a catchphrase machine, appearing on anything you could buy in a pre-meme era with the line, &quot;Don&#39;t have a cow, man!&quot; As time has gone by, he&#39;s become so much more, including a source for some unbelievable&nbsp;fan theories.

If you&#39;ve ever wondered if Bart is a Stonecutter, or what the deal is with that hair, or even if the eldest Simpson kid might actually be the smartest, then look no further. In this list, we rank the most incredible Bart Simpson fan theories out there. Vote up your favorites and check back in as it gets updated!

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The best fan theories about side character from The Simpsons&nbsp;proves that the show has an extremely dynamic cast. Springfield has one of the most expansive, colorful cast of any TV comedy&nbsp;in history. From regulars like Moe Szyslak and Ned Flanders, to one-time visitors like Lyle Lanely and (from the very same episode) Snrub, there is no shortage of characters to drum up theories about.

Have you ever been curious how Hans&nbsp;Moleman seems&nbsp;to die over and over, but always returns? Doesn&#39;t it seem impossible that Cletus could support his literal dozens of&nbsp;kids with seemingly no income? Do you think it&#39;s possible that Maude Flanders was actually a demented sociopath? If you&#39;re a fan of&nbsp;The Simpsons&nbsp;and are ready to do some &quot;Eye on Springfield&quot;-style&nbsp;investigating&nbsp;into&nbsp;your favorite side characters, then read on!&nbsp;Vote up your favorite fan theories and check back as more get added to the list!

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Home Alone and Home Alone 2 are Christmas classics that are a staple of every holiday season, but over the years, folks have started to notice some strange things about the McCallister family. These are the most intriguing Home Alone fan theories that make a ton of sense.

Is Kevin McCallister actually a serial killer? Does John Candy even exist? It&#39;s up to you to decide if you believe these ideas, think they&#39;re completely off-the-wall, or want to see them integrated into the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/who-would-star-in-home-alone-today/anncasano" target="_blank">Home Alone&nbsp;reboot</a>. Vote up the theories you most want to believe on this list of Home Alone conspiracy theories.

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Harry Potter Villain Theories

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From the all-powerful Voldemort, to the insane Bellatrix Lestrange, to the pale-haired Malfoys, and to the questionable Snape, nobody can deny that Harry Potter has some legendary villains. Truthfully, there are SO many great <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/fans-roast-harry-potter-villains/charlie-boyle">villains in Harry Potter</a>, a large number of them fall somewhat unrecognized for their dastardly deeds.&nbsp;Below, fans have shared their favorite <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/dreamworks-parents-fan-theories/charlie-boyle">fan theories</a> about the underrated villains in Harry Potter, and some are bound to set your teeth on edge. Vote up the ones you agree with!

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King of the Hill is one of the&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-adult-cartoons/ranker-tv" target="_blank">best adult animated shows</a>&nbsp;that ran for 13 seasons from 1997 to 2009. It followed the everyday life&nbsp;of Hank Hill, a propane&nbsp;salesman, and the lives of his friends and family in Arlen, Texas. But you already knew that. You're here for the good stuff, like&nbsp;all of the crazy <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/king-of-the-hill-fan-theories/cehudspeth" target="_blank">King of the Hill fan theories</a>,&nbsp;weird facts,&nbsp;and things you never noticed about the show. Like how Hank isn't Bobby's father...&nbsp;Sure, there are plenty of awesome&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/king-of-the-hill-hank-and-bobby-moments/erik-barnes&nbsp;" target="_blank">Hank and Bobby&nbsp;moments</a>, but have you ever noticed that Bobby looks exactly like Bill? Or that he and Hank never seem to see eye to eye? What about that time Bill passed on his secret &quot;family recipe?&quot;&nbsp;The facts have been right in front of your face all along. Check out all the evidence that Hank is not Bobby's real father and vote up the best reasons!&nbsp;

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One of Disney's most poignant and moving films is often one of the most forgotten. The Hunchback of Notre Dame blends dark content with beautiful imagery, causing fans to keep this particular Disney classic close to their hearts. From unanswered questions&nbsp;to character quirks,&nbsp;some passionate fans managed to come up with&nbsp;some truly interesting theories about <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/hunchback-of-notre-dame-disney-small-details/damon-davis">The Hunchback of Notre Dame.</a>Check out these&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/the-hunchback-of-notre-dame-fan-observations-/abeswaves">Hunchback of Notre Dame</a> theories, and don't forget to vote!

Fan Theories About 'Hunchback of Notre Dame' That Prove It's Disney's Most Underrated Film

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Night King (Character)

Game of Thrones fans are divided on whether or not the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/white-walker-fan-theories/lisa-waugh" target="_blank">identity of the Night King</a> is even a mystery that&rsquo;s waiting to be solved. Some are convinced the chilly antagonist has a secret past waiting to be unveiled, and there are plenty of <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/fan-theories-about-the-night-king/carly-silver" target="_blank">Night King fan theories</a> out there to back that up. Others think that Night King legends are nothing more than world-building for the A Song of Ice and Fire book series, and that the character in the show is just a nameless, heartless zombie-making machine.

There are merits to both schools of thought, but this is the world of George R. R.&nbsp;Martin, and he loves his dark reveals and plot twists. Of all the fan theories regarding the identity of the Night King, or the Night&rsquo;s King as he&rsquo;s known in the books, the most convincing all revolve around the leader of the White Walkers beginning life as&nbsp;a Stark. And you have to admit, a&nbsp;direct connection between the series&rsquo; main protagonists, including Bran,&nbsp;and its ultimate villain would be a very George R. R.&nbsp;Martin-esque twist.

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One of the best things about the Internet is that anyone can put out a theory about anything much like these fan theories about&nbsp;Disney villains. While most of the time this results in some sort of crackpot diatribe nobody can understand other than the person who posts something on sites like Reddit, there are occasions where a theory about something in popular culture actually makes a good amount of sense.

Theories like the narrator at the beginning of&nbsp;Aladdin&nbsp;being the Genie in disguise were floated around the Internet for years before Disney finally confirmed it to be true. The theories out there that haven&#39;t been confirmed are many, but that doesn&#39;t mean they don&#39;t have some element of probability in them. So be sure to keep speculating while you&#39;re revisiting these movies on <a href="https://disneyplus.bn5x.net/c/1217251/707629/9358?subid1=2861969&amp;subid2=Disney%2B&amp;subid3=comlink&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.disneyplus.com%2F" target="_blank">Disney+</a>, because you never know which ones will turn out to be true.

Theories about&nbsp;Disney villains have been kicked around online since the beginning of the Internet, and there are more than a few containing some element of plausibility.

Of all the fan theories about&nbsp;Disney villains&nbsp;found online, these 15 are the ones that may, in fact, contain a nugget of truth, so find the ones you consider to be the most plausible&nbsp;and vote them up to see which one rises to the top!

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Rankings, theories, behind-the-scenes stories, and fun facts about the adventures of Indiana Jones, the archaeologist who can find anything—except the inner-strength to conquer his own fear of snakes.

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Indiana Jones has proven to be one of the most popular and durable movie characters of our time. From the moment he debuted in 1981&#39;s Raiders of the Lost Ark, audiences have been enthralled with the adventurer, played by Harrison Ford. Three sequels -- Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, and Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull -- followed. Even though some fans were a little disappointed by that last one, interest in the character remains high.

Because of this devotion, a lot of Indiana Jones fan theories have gone around the internet. To find the most interesting and unique, we turned to the users of Reddit, where there&#39;s plenty of in-depth Indy talk. Users there have spent time dissecting all four films in the franchise, and even speculating&nbsp;on what might occur in the fifth, which is reportedly on the way. What they&#39;ve come up with will leave you fascinated.

Your task is to decide which of them&nbsp;is the best by voting up your favorites. Vote up the Indiana Jones fan theories that you think make the most sense.&nbsp;

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The Legend of Zelda

When&nbsp;The Legend of Zelda: The Breath of the Wild came out on&nbsp;the Nintendo Switch, it became an instant phenomenon. In fact, it&#39;s one of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.polygon.com/2017/3/2/14790738/zelda-breath-of-the-wild-best-reviewed-game" target="_blank">best-reviewed games</a>&nbsp;in history. As an epic open-world adventure, gamers explore&nbsp;Hyrule in glorious fashion, and players and critics alike praised the game&#39;s stellar visuals and physics engine. If you&#39;ve played the game yourself, then you can easily see why many consider it to be one of the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-best-games-of-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">greatest video games</a> of all time. However, with such quality comes high expectations for a sequel, and plenty of&nbsp;Breath of the Wild 2&nbsp;fan theories began to&nbsp;emerge&nbsp;after a <a href="https://youtu.be/3fr1Z07AV00" target="_blank">mini teaser video</a>&nbsp;was released in 2019. As amazing as&nbsp;looks, it definitely leaves us with more questions than answers.

Fortunately, both casual and hardcore gamers have come up with their own conspiracies to further fill in the blanks.&nbsp;Sure, some may seem a little far-fetched, while&nbsp;others might actually be crazy enough to be true.&nbsp;

It took five years to create&nbsp;Breath of the Wild, so it may still take some time for a sequel to come out. But with so much lore and history already grounded in the Zelda universe, the possibilities as to where, when, and how BotW2 will play out are all still up for debate. Who knows,&nbsp;maybe some of the fan theories on this list will receive some confirmation when the game comes out. Which BotW&nbsp;2 theories do you think are most plausible? Vote for your favorites below.&nbsp;

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