The Hangover Part III

The Hangover Part III

Year: 2013

Runtime: 100 min

Language: English

Director: Todd Phillips

Budget: $103M

Comedy

Two years after their chaotic trip to Bangkok, the Wolfpack gang finds themselves embarking on a different kind of mission. Alan, struggling with his mental health and without his medication, causes a series of unpredictable events. Phil, Stu, and Doug must then take Alan on a road trip to Las Vegas, the city where their wild adventures began, in an attempt to help him find stability and avoid further complications.

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Trace every key event in The Hangover Part III (2013) 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

Prison Break in Bangkok

Leslie Chow orchestrates a masterful prison break during a riot in Bangkok. Amidst the chaos, he skillfully slips away, leaving behind the tumult of his former captivity.

Bangkok
2

Giraffe Incident

Alan Garner faces an unexpected crisis when he acquires a giraffe and inadvertently decapitates it while driving under a low overpass. This bizarre accident not only shocks him but sets off a tragic chain of events affecting his family.

3

Heart Attack

Following the giraffe incident, Alan's father, Sid, suffers a heart attack during a frantic discussion about his son's behavior. This sudden tragedy plunges the family into disarray and amplifies Alan's struggles.

4

Concern from Family

After Sid's funeral, Doug Billings reveals to Phil and Stu that Alan has stopped taking his ADHD medication. This shocking revelation prompts the trio to plan a trip to a rehabilitation facility in Arizona to help Alan regain his stability.

5

Hostage Situation

During their trip, the Wolfpack is violently ambushed when a rental truck rams Phil's minivan off the road. They are taken hostage by the sinister crime lord Marshall and his intimidating enforcer, Black Doug.

6

Chow's Gold Revelation

Marshall reveals that Chow had stolen half of a $42 million gold stash after their Las Vegas adventure. He demands that the Wolfpack track down Chow within three days, setting off a race against time.

7

Secret Meeting in Tijuana

Alan arranges a secret meeting with Chow in Tijuana, enlisting Phil and Stu to help. Unfortunately, Alan's miscalculations expose their true intentions to Chow, flipping the situation against them.

Tijuana
8

Locked in the Basement

After initially agreeing to help Chow, the Wolfpack finds themselves betrayed and locked in the basement of a villa. Chow escapes with Phil's minivan, leaving them in a precarious situation.

9

Confrontation with Marshall

After a series of events, the Wolfpack returns to the villa, only to learn that Chow has been manipulating them from the start. They are faced with a grim ultimatum by Marshall regarding their quest to find Chow.

10

Pawn Shop Discovery

The Wolfpack discovers Chow's whereabouts through the digital trail left by Phil's phone at a pawn shop. They learn that Chow has been frequenting an escort service, leading them to a crucial lead.

11

Chow at Caesars Palace

With the help of a former love interest, the group tracks Chow to a lavish penthouse at Caesars Palace. A night infiltration attempt goes awry when Chow escapes by parachuting onto the Las Vegas Strip.

Caesars Palace, Las Vegas
12

Surprising Reunion

Stu manages to trap Chow in Marshall's limousine trunk, securing a gold brick in the process. However, when it comes time to exchange, Marshall assumes Chow is disposed of, unaware of Alan's secret help.

13

Chow's Revenge

Chow dramatically re-emerges just as Marshall discovers the trunk is empty. He unleashes chaos against Marshall's men while sparing Phil, Stu, and Doug, thanks to Alan’s previous actions.

14

Farewell Gift

In a surprising twist, Chow gifts Alan a bar of gold as a token of gratitude for saving him. However, Alan chooses to reject this gift and distance himself from Chow, marking the end of their tumultuous friendship.

15

Wedding and New Beginnings

Six months later, amidst wedding celebrations, Alan decides to leave the Wolfpack behind, signaling a new chapter in his life. The group ends up in a wild party, reminiscing about their past escapades.

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