Swiss Army Man

On a desolate island, Hank Thompson finds himself in a dark place, contemplating ending his life due to feelings of loneliness and hopelessness. Just as he prepares to take the final step, fate intervenes when he discovers a lifeless body washed ashore.

Hank's plans for suicide are dramatically interrupted by the arrival of Manny's corpse. Despite assuming Manny is dead, Hank begins to explore the bizarre rapport that forms between them after noticing the unconventional noise emanating from Manny's body.

In a moment of desperation, Hank tries to use Manny's gas as a form of propulsion to escape the island, reminiscent of a jet ski. However, his attempt fails comically, leading him to tumble into the water.

After regaining consciousness, Hank believes Manny's body has saved his life. He drags Manny into a cave to shield them from the rain, where he is astounded when he witnesses Manny 'drinking' rainwater for survival.

As hunger takes its toll, Hank begins to converse with Manny, expecting nothing in return. To his surprise, Manny responds with a simple 'Okay, buddy,' which sends Hank into panic and disbelief, leading to a comical altercation.

Hank decides to teach Manny about life and love, sharing stories and lessons about the world. As they bond, Manny evolves from a lifeless body to a companion as they explore the deeper aspects of emotions and relationships.

The discovery of a sports magazine featuring a beautiful woman reignites a spark in Manny. Fascinated, he begins to develop feelings, which serves as a catalyst for Hank to help him understand the concept of love.

Hank and Manny embark on several comedic adventures, employing Manny for varied tasks, from hunting to creating shadow puppetry based on classic films. These moments blend humor with heartfelt lessons, allowing their camaraderie to bloom.

While crossing a precarious pipe over a river, the structure collapses, plunging them both into the water again. The unforeseen circumstances highlight their reliance on Manny's flatulence to rise to the surface, adding to their absurd bond.

After a moment of hope when Hank receives a birthday message from his father, he is confronted with the painful truth about Sarah, who has a husband and child. This realization serves to deeply wound Manny and shatter his naive dreams of love.

In a desperate attempt to escape a bear, Hank gets injured. However, Manny finds the courage to save him by lighting his fart on fire, a bizarre yet effective act that drives the bear away and showcases their unconventional bond.

Manny heroically carries Hank to Sarah's house, leading to a bewildering encounter with her young daughter, Chrissy. The scene unfolds in chaos as Sarah struggles to comprehend the bizarre situation while calling for help.

Paramedics and police mistakenly believe Hank is dead upon seeing Manny in a body bag, leading to a series of miscommunications and frantic emotions. Hank’s chaotic story begins to unfold, drawing public attention.

Hank finds himself back at the site where their incredible journey began, pleading for Manny’s body to remain untouched amidst the chaos growing around them. His heartfelt emotions serve as a testament to their profound connection.

In a fitting twist, as Hank's friends and family witness the scene, Manny's farts propel him into action one last time, triggering a surreal moment filled with laughter. The absurdity of their journey leaves everyone with smiles amidst the confusion.