Spinal Tap II: The End Continues

In the climactic reunion show, Spinal Tap finally puts their old chemistry to the test. The band’s trademark over‑the‑top stage prop—a gigantic Stonehenge replica—topples during the performance, crushing the trio and their surprise guest, Elton John. The chaos lands everyone in a hospital ward, where, despite bruises and broken egos, the members share a quiet camaraderie that was missing earlier in the film.

During the rehearsals leading up to that night, David had accused Nigel of an affair with his wife, a claim that fuels their bitter rivalry. The credits reveal that the real culprit was their former bassist Derek, turning the whole feud into a tragicomic misunderstanding. Confronted with the truth, David lets go of his anger, and the two friends reconcile, their bond reinforced by memories of the music they made together.

The film also hints that the infamous “drummer curse” persists. The young drummer Didi, who survived the band’s many mishaps throughout the story, is seen choking on a nut in the final moments, leaving her fate deliberately ambiguous.

Thus, the ending ties together the slapstick calamity of the Stonehenge collapse with an emotional resolution of the band’s long‑standing grudges, underscoring that, no matter how absurd the setbacks, the music—and the friendships forged by it—still hold the power to bring them back together.

Last Updated: December 28, 2025 at 10:52