Movie & Series Slang - Matching Task
Match the slang/phrase with its correct meaning. Write the letter next to the number.
1. A tearjerker
A. A movie that fails at the box office
2. A flop
B. A very emotional (often sad) film
3. A blockbuster
C. A very successful and popular movie
4. A must-watch
D. An actor who grabs attention, even in a
small role
5. Scene-stealer
E. Awkward or embarrassing to watch
6. Over the top (OTT)
F. Better than people think; deserves more
recognition
7. Cringe / Cringey
G. Everyone talks about it, but it's not that
good
8. Cheesy / Corny
H. Exaggerated or too dramatic
9. Underrated
I. Highly recommended; everyone should
see it
10. Overhyped
J. To watch many episodes in a short time
11. Fan service
K. Unrealistic or overly sentimental dialogue
or acting
12. Plot armor
L. Warning that you're about to reveal a plot
detail
13. To binge
M.
When
main
characters
survive
unrealistically
14. Spoiler alert!
N. When the show includes elements just to
please fans
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