The Gift Ending Explained, Cast, Plot, and More
by A Maria
Updated Apr 25, 2023
The Gift
Joel Edgerton, in his debut as a director wrote, co-produced, and directed the psychological thriller film The Gift, released in 2015. Jason Blum and Rebecca Yeldham also co-produced the movie, which stars Jason Bateman and Rebecca Hall as a couple, Simon and Robyn Callem, who is haunted by a person from Simon's past portrayed by Edgerton.
The Gift was STX Entertainment's first release, hitting US cinemas on August 7, 2015, and grossed $60 million globally with a $5 million budget. The film received positive reviews from critics, with praise directed towards Edgerton's direction, writing, as well as the performances of Edgerton, Hall, and Bateman.
The Gift Ending Explained
The ambiguous conclusion of "The Gift" leaves the audience pondering the identity of Robyn's baby's father, as both men in question are deeply flawed. Simon, who ruined Gordo's childhood with a terrible lie, continues to manipulate and deceive throughout the plot. Meanwhile, Gordo suffered years of bullying and even attempted murder by his own father due to the fallout of Simon's deceit, leaving him with lifelong scars.
Gordo ultimately seeks revenge by turning Simon's life upside down and causing him to question his own actions. Simon's downfall is largely his own doing, as his mistreatment of Gordo led Robyn to discover his dark past. Additionally, Gordo was not even the initial cause of the events that led to Simon's downfall; he merely avenged his own past suffering. Ultimately, Simon's actions led to his own undoing, and the consequences of his deception continue to reverberate throughout the film.
The Gift Cast
Jason Bateman
Simon
Rebecca Hall
Robyn
Joel Edgerton
Gordo
Allison Tolman
Lucy
Wendell Pierce
Detective Mills
Tim Griffin
Kevin "KK" Keelor
Beau Knapp
Detective Walker
Adam Lazarre-White
Ron
Katie Aselton
Joan
P.J. Byrne
Danny
David Denman
Greg
Busy Philipps
Duffy
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The Gift Plot
In the movie "The Gift," Simon and Robyn Callem move to Los Angeles to start over after Robyn's miscarriage. They meet Simon's high school classmate, Gordo, who begins to visit them and bring them gifts. Simon becomes uncomfortable with Gordo's presence, but Robyn doesn't see a problem.
Gordo invites the Callems to his house, but Simon becomes suspicious when Gordo abruptly leaves them alone. The next day, Robyn discovers their dog is missing and their koi are dead. Simon goes to confront Gordo and discovers that he doesn't actually live there.
Robyn becomes increasingly paranoid, taking prescription pills and suspecting someone is in the house. Simon discovers her stolen pills and reveals that this was a problem for her in the past. Robyn sees Gordo watching her and discovers that Simon and his friend fabricated a story about Gordo being molested, leading to his father attempting to burn him alive. Simon denies responsibility, but Robyn confronts him and he apologizes to Gordo insincerely.
At Simon's promotion party, he is accused of ruining someone's career to get the promotion. Robyn goes into labor and gives birth to a boy. Simon is fired, and Robyn wants to separate. Simon receives a gift box with an audio recording of him and Robyn making fun of Gordo and footage of Gordo drugging Robyn. Gordo visits Robyn at the hospital and tells her that Simon caused his injuries. Simon breaks down as Gordo walks away, having gotten his revenge.
About The Gift
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Written by
Joel Edgerton
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Release dates
August 7, 2015 (United States)
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English
The Gift Ending Explained - FAQs
Joel Edgerton directed the movie "The Gift."
Joel Edgerton wrote, co-produced, and directed "The Gift."
Jason Blum and Rebecca Yeldham co-produced "The Gift" with Joel Edgerton.
Jason Bateman and Rebecca Hall starred in "The Gift" as Simon and Robyn Callem.
"The Gift" is a psychological thriller film.