Cube

Cube

Year: 1998

Runtime: 90 min

Language: Japanese

Director: Vincenzo Natali

Sci-FiDramaMysteryThrillerHorror

Trapped in a labyrinthine nightmare, six strangers awaken to find themselves pawns in a sinister game. As they unravel cryptic clues, they realize each holds a crucial piece of the puzzle. But as trust turns to terror, their own darkest fears and flaws become the greatest obstacles to survival - and the only way out is through the very depths of their own humanity.

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Timeline – Cube (1998)
Trace every key event in Cube (1998) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.
1

Alderson Awakens

Alderson wakes up in a stark, white room with hatch doors on every wall. Confused and disoriented, he tries to make sense of his surroundings, realizing he is trapped within a mysterious structure known as 'The Cube.'

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2

Exploring the Cube

Alderson begins to open the colored doors surrounding him, discovering that each room is identical yet uniquely colored. After some contemplation, he steps into the orange room, leading to a fatal encounter with a deadly trap.

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3

Meeting the Group

In a white room, a group of individuals including Quentin, Worth, Holloway, Rennes, and Leaven gather. All are puzzled about their location and the purpose of their confinement, leading them to collaborate in search of an escape.

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4

Initial Discoveries

Rennes begins testing rooms for traps by throwing boots inside, revealing that some rooms are equipped with deadly mechanisms. The group quickly adjusts their approach to testing as the dangers become apparent.

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5

Leaven's Theory

Leaven observes numbers etched on hatchways, prompting discussions that some numbers indicate which rooms are safe. Tension rises when Rennes tests another room, resulting in his tragic death by acid.

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6

Meeting Kazan

The group encounters Kazan, a mentally challenged man, and decides to include him in their escape efforts. Tensions escalate as they debate their roles and potential purposes within the Cube.

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7

Quentin's Injury

Quentin enters a room without prime numbers but encounters a razor-wire trap, injuring himself. This event further complicates their understanding of the trap system as doubt sets in among the group members.

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8

Realization of Shifting Rooms

The group reaches what they believe is an edge but discovers all the rooms above contain traps, forcing them to rethink their strategy. After further testing, they confirm that the Cube itself is shifting, influencing their escape routes.

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9

Quentin's Betrayal

In a moment of chaos, Quentin shows his true colors by attacking Holloway. Following this, he drops her to her death, showcasing the desperation and moral decay of the group as trust erodes.

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10

Leaven's Insight

Leaven deduces the actual nature of the traps, realizing they correspond to powers of prime numbers, not the primes themselves. This breakthrough is crucial as they strategize their escape with the newfound information.

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11

The Bridge Room

The group identifies a possible 'bridge' room that might connect to the outer shell, guiding them closer to freedom. With their survival at stake, they move strategically to reach this crucial location within the Cube.

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12

Final Confrontation

As tensions boil over, Quentin's sanity deteriorates, leading him to assault Worth and the others. The conflict escalates into a deadly struggle, ultimately resulting in Quentin's demise as Worth sacrifices himself.

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13

Kazan's Survival

In the end, Kazan emerges as the sole survivor of the terrifying ordeal, navigating out of the Cube towards the promising light outside. His escape signifies hope and the tragic loss of those who perished.

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Last Updated: May 23, 2025 at 08:18