127 Hours (2010)
Connections
References
Scooby Doo, Where Are You! (1969)
(TV Series)
Giant inflatable Scooby-Doo seen.
Giant inflatable Scooby-Doo seen.
Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969)
Aron references it when telling a tall tale of the mountain area.
Aron references it when telling a tall tale of the mountain area.
Friday the 13th (1980)
Aron compares himself to the psycho killer from the film
Aron compares himself to the psycho killer from the film
Referenced in
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #19.26 (2010)
(TV Episode)
Jay mentions that James Franco from the film will be on later this week
Jay mentions that James Franco from the film will be on later this week
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #19.30 (2010)
(TV Episode)
Jay mentions that viewers have been vomiting and convulsing while watching the film
Jay mentions that viewers have been vomiting and convulsing while watching the film
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #19.31 (2010)
(TV Episode)
Jay says there is Oscar buzz about the film
Jay says there is Oscar buzz about the film
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #19.46 (2010)
(TV Episode)
Jay mentions that Aron Ralston, who was portrayed in the film, will be on the show; a "Jaywalking" participant mentions that she is going to see the film
Jay mentions that Aron Ralston, who was portrayed in the film, will be on the show; a "Jaywalking" participant mentions that she is going to see the film
Top Gear: East Coast Road Trip (2010)
(TV Episode)
Film mentioned during intro for Danny Boyle
Film mentioned during intro for Danny Boyle
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #19.73 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Jay says the guy from the film cut off his other arm to get out of the Golden Globe Awards
Jay says the guy from the film cut off his other arm to get out of the Golden Globe Awards
Ebert Presents: At the Movies: No Strings Attached/The Company Men/The Way Back/The Dilemma/The Green Hornet (2011)
(TV Episode)
Ignatiy Vishnevetsky says he feels about Javier Bardem's performance in "Biutiful" the same way he feels about James Franco's in the film
Ignatiy Vishnevetsky says he feels about Javier Bardem's performance in "Biutiful" the same way he feels about James Franco's in the film
Tosh.0: Ice Cream Truck Guy (2011)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned in dialogue
Mentioned in dialogue
Saturday Night Live: Dana Carvey/Linkin Park (2011)
(TV Episode)
Discussed by Wayne and Garth in their Oscar preview
Discussed by Wayne and Garth in their Oscar preview
Conan: The Unitard Dilemma (2011)
(TV Episode)
Conan O'Brien mentions this movie in a joke at the beginning of the show
Conan O'Brien mentions this movie in a joke at the beginning of the show
The Middle: Friends, Lies, and Videotape (2011)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by Sue.
Mentioned by Sue.
Conan: The Case of the Missing Show Title (2011)
(TV Episode)
Conan and Andy perform a scene from the film
Conan and Andy perform a scene from the film
General Hospital: Episode #1.12250 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Franco's "between a rock and a hard place" comment
Franco's "between a rock and a hard place" comment
The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson: Isaac Mizrahi/Patton Oswalt (2011)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by Chris Hardwick.
Mentioned by Chris Hardwick.
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #19.102 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Jay says that James Franco was seen trying to cut his arm off to get out of the Oscar show
Jay says that James Franco was seen trying to cut his arm off to get out of the Oscar show
Saturday Night Live: Miley Cyrus/The Strokes (2011)
(TV Episode)
Referenced by Seth on Weekend Update
Referenced by Seth on Weekend Update
Maltin on Movies: The Adjustment Bureau (2011)
(TV Episode)
Movie reviewed in this episode.
Movie reviewed in this episode.
Good Bad Flicks: Super Mario Bros (2011)
(TV Episode)
DVD shown on Best Buy ad
DVD shown on Best Buy ad
Leyla and Mecnun: Mantar (2011)
(TV Episode)
Ismail Abi and another man get trapped between rocks for 127 hours.
Ismail Abi and another man get trapped between rocks for 127 hours.
Tosh.0: Philly Taze Fan (2011)
(TV Episode)
Referenced in dialogue by Tosh
Referenced in dialogue by Tosh
Midnight Movie Review: 127 Hours (2011)
(TV Episode)
The film of this episode's topic.
The film of this episode's topic.
Conan: And the Wind Whispered 'Balls' (2011)
(TV Episode)
Title mentioned by James Franco during his interview
Title mentioned by James Franco during his interview
Half in the Bag: Rise of the Planet of the Apes and Cyphan Con 2011 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Jay talks about James Franco's perfomance in this film
Jay talks about James Franco's perfomance in this film
New Girl: Cece Crashes (2011)
(TV Episode)
Schmidt says he wants his arm to get stuck in CeCes cleavage "127 Hours style".
Schmidt says he wants his arm to get stuck in CeCes cleavage "127 Hours style".
90210: Smoked Turkey (2011)
(TV Episode)
Naomi mentions the movie when her foot gets stuck between rocks.
Naomi mentions the movie when her foot gets stuck between rocks.
Castle: Cuffed (2011)
(TV Episode)
Castle references the film by name when suggesting they cut off Beckett's arm to get out of the handcuffs.
Castle references the film by name when suggesting they cut off Beckett's arm to get out of the handcuffs.
30 Rock: The Tuxedo Begins (2012)
(TV Episode)
Jack says that he has "been trapped under a boulder for 128 hours."
Jack says that he has "been trapped under a boulder for 128 hours."
Psych: Indiana Shawn and the Temple of the Kinda Crappy, Rusty Old Dagger (2012)
(TV Episode)
Despereaux mentions having watched the film.
Despereaux mentions having watched the film.
Bob's Burgers: The Belchies (2012)
(TV Episode)
Louise mentions she doesn't have her arm stuck so she doesn't have to cut it off like that guy
Louise mentions she doesn't have her arm stuck so she doesn't have to cut it off like that guy
Chelsea Lately: Episode #6.133 (2012)
(TV Episode)
Mo mentions the movie by name.
Mo mentions the movie by name.
Phineas and Ferb: When Worlds Collide/Road to Danville (2012)
(TV Episode)
Doofenshmirtz refers to "the time I got my arm stuck under that boulder" which necessitated its removal
Doofenshmirtz refers to "the time I got my arm stuck under that boulder" which necessitated its removal
The Office: Roy's Wedding (2012)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by Darryl.
Mentioned by Darryl.
Fresh Meat: Episode #2.6 (2012)
(TV Episode)
JP says he's like the guy in "127 Hours", and he didn't even like the movie.
JP says he's like the guy in "127 Hours", and he didn't even like the movie.
90210: Dude, Where's My Husband? (2013)
(TV Episode)
Annie mentions the title after being locked in a bathroom
Annie mentions the title after being locked in a bathroom
This Is the End (2013)
James Franco and the group use the camcorder from the film to tape confessionals, which Seth mistakenly calls "27 Hours". Also, the prop amputated arm can be seen on the floor in James' basement.
James Franco and the group use the camcorder from the film to tape confessionals, which Seth mistakenly calls "27 Hours". Also, the prop amputated arm can be seen on the floor in James' basement.
Making a Mechanical Monster: An Interview with William Aldridge (2013)
(Video)
Mentioned once/poster shown.
Mentioned once/poster shown.
Comedy Central Roast of James Franco (2013)
(TV Special)
Mentioned by Seth Rogen, the President of Hollywood, Jeffrey Ross, and James Franco.
Mentioned by Seth Rogen, the President of Hollywood, Jeffrey Ross, and James Franco.
2 Broke Girls: And the Pastry Porn (2013)
(TV Episode)
Max mentions James Franco about his role in the movie.
Max mentions James Franco about his role in the movie.
Harmontown: Low Jack for Your Back Pack, Crackerjack! (2014)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned.
Mentioned.
EWTN Bookmark: Delivered: True Stories of Men and Women Who Turned from Porn to Purity (2014)
(TV Episode)
The film is mentioned in the book and in the course of the interview.
The film is mentioned in the book and in the course of the interview.
Last Man Standing: Hard-Ass Teacher (2014)
(TV Episode)
Kyle gets his arm stuck in the store display and Mike suggests he cut it off.
Kyle gets his arm stuck in the store display and Mike suggests he cut it off.
Robot Chicken: Link's Sausages (2014)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned in dialogue
Mentioned in dialogue
Orange Is the New Black: Little Mustachioed Shit (2014)
(TV Episode)
Referenced in dialogue
Referenced in dialogue
The Inbetweeners 2 (2014)
Neil tells Will that he has seen a film about a guy who had to cut off his arm with a penknife to survive.
Neil tells Will that he has seen a film about a guy who had to cut off his arm with a penknife to survive.
Cam2Cam (2014)
Referenced in dialogue
Referenced in dialogue
American Burger (2014)
Mentioned in dialogue.
Mentioned in dialogue.
Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee: I'm Wondering What It's Like to Date Me (2014)
(TV Episode)
Amy mentions this film.
Amy mentions this film.
Total Riff Off: Man v. Monster (2014)
(TV Episode)
"I would use my chest size." Mike: "Of course! Why didn't the '127 Hours' guy tried that?"
"I would use my chest size." Mike: "Of course! Why didn't the '127 Hours' guy tried that?"
Mike & Mike: Episode dated 24 December 2014 (2014)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by Adnan Virk in discussion of Wild.
Mentioned by Adnan Virk in discussion of Wild.
General Hospital: Episode #1.13237 (2015)
(TV Episode)
Franco says he cut off his arm, as James Franco did in this film.
Franco says he cut off his arm, as James Franco did in this film.
Workaholics: The Slump (2015)
(TV Episode)
Referenced in dialogue
Referenced in dialogue
Face Off: The Gauntlet (2015)
(TV Episode)
Title mentioned
Title mentioned
Babysitting 2 (2015)
When Ernest gets his arm stuck in the cave, this movie is talked about.
When Ernest gets his arm stuck in the cave, this movie is talked about.
Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.: 4,722 Hours (2015)
(TV Episode)
Title reference
Title reference
The Good Dinosaur (2015)
Ramsey tells the story of how she lost the tip of her tail, with her saying that she got it caught between "a rock and a hard place" and had to chew her way free.
Ramsey tells the story of how she lost the tip of her tail, with her saying that she got it caught between "a rock and a hard place" and had to chew her way free.
Everything Wrong with...: Everything Wrong with San Andreas in Earthquake Minutes (2016)
(TV Episode)
The movie is mentioned.
The movie is mentioned.
Deadpool (2016)
Deadpool mentions it with a spoiler alert.
Deadpool mentions it with a spoiler alert.
Bordertown: High School Football (2016)
(TV Episode)
In some cut away scenes you hear someone shout out that his arm is stuck, asking for help. At one point the man shouts "I guess I can just cut it off, unless any one can hear me." Later you hear sawing sounds and the man cries "Ow!"
In some cut away scenes you hear someone shout out that his arm is stuck, asking for help. At one point the man shouts "I guess I can just cut it off, unless any one can hear me." Later you hear sawing sounds and the man cries "Ow!"
Everything Wrong with...: Everything Wrong with the Good Dinosaur in 12 Minutes or Less (2016)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned
Mentioned
Orange Is the New Black: (Don't) Say Anything (2016)
(TV Episode)
When Suzanne compares her situation to that of Sisyphus rolling a stone, Lorna misunderstands the reference and mentions James Franco's character cutting his arm off.
When Suzanne compares her situation to that of Sisyphus rolling a stone, Lorna misunderstands the reference and mentions James Franco's character cutting his arm off.
Wrecked: Cop Tricks (2016)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by Owen.
Mentioned by Owen.
The Late Late Show with James Corden: Kate Mara/Michael Kelly/Britney Spears (2016)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by James Corden when introducing Kate Mara as a guest on the show.
Mentioned by James Corden when introducing Kate Mara as a guest on the show.
Jeopardy!: Episode #33.82 (2017)
(TV Episode)
Referenced in clue and correct response in "Movie Numbers" category.
Referenced in clue and correct response in "Movie Numbers" category.
The Great Indoors: The Explorers' Club (2017)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned in dialogue
Mentioned in dialogue
Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Beast of Hollow Mountain (2017)
(TV Episode)
Crow: "You just know he's gonna stumble across James Franco's arm."
Crow: "You just know he's gonna stumble across James Franco's arm."
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon: Chris Pine/Fran Lebowitz/Halsey (2017)
(TV Episode)
Fran Lebowitz recalls the movie
Fran Lebowitz recalls the movie
Diminishing Returns: The Shallows (2017)
(Podcast Episode)
Mentioned.
Mentioned.
Everything Wrong with...: Everything Wrong with Alien: Covenant in 16 Minutes or Less (2017)
(TV Episode)
The movie is mentioned.
The movie is mentioned.
Brooklyn Nine-Nine: HalloVeen (2017)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by Jake, while he is handcuffed to the filing cabinet.
Mentioned by Jake, while he is handcuffed to the filing cabinet.
Saturday Night Live: James Franco/SZA (2017)
(TV Episode)
Title mentioned during James Franco's monologue and referenced during Pretty Mandy sketch
Title mentioned during James Franco's monologue and referenced during Pretty Mandy sketch
Diminishing Returns: Tomb Raider (2018)
(Podcast Episode)
Mentioned.
Mentioned.
Sean Bradley Reviews: The Disaster Artist (2018)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned while talking about James Franco's career.
Mentioned while talking about James Franco's career.
GoGoManTV: Najluxusnejsí autobus v Európe plný youtuberov - G-Vlog #11 (2018)
(TV Episode)
Referenced by GoGo.
Referenced by GoGo.
My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic: The Mean 6 (2018)
(TV Episode)
When Fake Applejack is telling Rarity and Starlight a fake story, she says that she survived in the forest for 127 hours.
When Fake Applejack is telling Rarity and Starlight a fake story, she says that she survived in the forest for 127 hours.
Wrecked: Mrs. Stanwick (2018)
(TV Episode)
Danny says Steve's story of being trapped is like this movie.
Danny says Steve's story of being trapped is like this movie.
Crazy Ex-Girlfriend: I Want to Be Here (2018)
(TV Episode)
George mentions the movie by name.
George mentions the movie by name.
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Ator, the Fighting Eagle (2018)
(TV Episode)
Tom: "It's like '127 Hours.'"
Tom: "It's like '127 Hours.'"
Everything Wrong with...: Everything Wrong with Smallfoot (2019)
(TV Episode)
The movie is mentioned.
The movie is mentioned.
Corporate Animals (2019)
Film mentioned by a character.
Film mentioned by a character.
Minty Comedic Arts: 10 Things You Didn't Know About The Craft (2019)
(TV Episode)
Minty mentions the movie.
Minty mentions the movie.
Family Guy: Family Guy Lite (2019)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by Peter
Mentioned by Peter
DuckTales: Whatever Happened to Della Duck?! (2019)
(TV Episode)
Della removing her own leg after being stuck in a canyon alone pays homage to the film.
Della removing her own leg after being stuck in a canyon alone pays homage to the film.
Saturday Night Live: Kit Harington/Sara Bareilles (2019)
(TV Episode)
Title referenced during Weekend Update.
Title referenced during Weekend Update.
Harley Quinn: You're a Damn Good Cop, Jim Gordon (2020)
(TV Episode)
Clayface considers making a sequel while he has lost his right arm.
Clayface considers making a sequel while he has lost his right arm.
Late Night with Seth Meyers: Bobby Cannavale/Amber Tamblyn/Christian Siriano (2020)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by Seth as he introduces Amber Tamblyn
Mentioned by Seth as he introduces Amber Tamblyn
Late Night with Seth Meyers: Ted Danson/Brooks Wheelan/Ann Patchett (2021)
(TV Episode)
Reference in the segment Ya Burnt
Reference in the segment Ya Burnt
Features
Koyaanisqatsi (1982)
The cave paintings in Utah's Great Gallery which appear in the opening credit sequence, and are seen later when Aron Ralston walks past them, are the same paintings which feature in the opening and closing shots of Koyaanisqatsi.
The cave paintings in Utah's Great Gallery which appear in the opening credit sequence, and are seen later when Aron Ralston walks past them, are the same paintings which feature in the opening and closing shots of Koyaanisqatsi.
Featured in
Richard Roeper & the Movies: 127 Hours (2010)
(TV Episode)
Reviewed, clips shown
Reviewed, clips shown
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #19.27 (2010)
(TV Episode)
a clip is shown in a montage of James Franco films
a clip is shown in a montage of James Franco films
Maltin on Movies: Due Date (2010)
(TV Episode)
Movie reviewed in this episode.
Movie reviewed in this episode.
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #19.48 (2010)
(TV Episode)
a clip from the film based on Aron Ralston's experience is shown
a clip from the film based on Aron Ralston's experience is shown
Richard Roeper's Reviews: Best Movies of 2010 (2010)
(TV Episode)
#7
#7
Breakfast: Episode dated 4 January 2011 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Clip shown from Danny Boyle's latest work.
Clip shown from Danny Boyle's latest work.
Breakfast: Episode dated 26 January 2011 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Clip shown during 'Oscar' segment.
Clip shown during 'Oscar' segment.
17th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards (2011)
(TV Special)
Nominee clips
Nominee clips
Pauw & Witteman: Episode #5.94 (2011)
(TV Episode)
A fragment is shown.
A fragment is shown.
De wereld draait door: Episode #6.108 (2011)
(TV Episode)
A fragment is shown.
A fragment is shown.
The 83rd Annual Academy Awards (2011)
(TV Special)
Nominee clips.
Nominee clips.
2011 MTV Movie Awards (2011)
(TV Special)
Scene edited into opening sequence, clips shown during award nominations
Scene edited into opening sequence, clips shown during award nominations
WatchMojo: Top 10 Real Life Survival Movies (2012)
(TV Episode)
127 Hours is #1.
127 Hours is #1.
Blood and Guts with Scott Ian: Tony Gardner and Alterian Inc (2013)
(TV Episode)
A shot of James Franco in 127 Hours is shown as Tony references performance being an important part of effects.
A shot of James Franco in 127 Hours is shown as Tony references performance being an important part of effects.
WatchMojo: Top 10 Sole Survivor Movies (2014)
(TV Episode)
127 Hours is #3.
127 Hours is #3.
WatchMojo: Top 10 Emergency or Improptu Movie Surgery Scenes (2014)
(TV Episode)
One-Armed & Dangerous is #3.
One-Armed & Dangerous is #3.
WatchMojo: Top 10 Claustrophobic Movies (2015)
(TV Episode)
127 Hours is #3.
127 Hours is #3.
WatchMojo: Top 10 Most Memorable Movies of 2010 (2015)
(TV Episode)
127 Hours gets an honorable mention.
127 Hours gets an honorable mention.
WatchMojo: Top 10 James Franco Performances (2015)
(TV Episode)
Aron Ralston is #1.
Aron Ralston is #1.
WatchMojo: Top 10 Horrific Movie Scenes You Can Never Unsee (2016)
(TV Episode)
Outdoors Operation gets an honorable mention.
Outdoors Operation gets an honorable mention.
WatchMojo: Top 10 Bloodiest Movie Scenes (2016)
(TV Episode)
Forced Amputation gets an honorable mention.
Forced Amputation gets an honorable mention.
WatchMojo: Top 10 Running Out of Time Movies (2017)
(TV Episode)
127 Hours is #6.
127 Hours is #6.
History Buffs: Based On vs Inspired By (2017)
(TV Episode)
clips shown
clips shown
WatchMojo: Top 10 Movies That Caused People to Walk Out (2018)
(TV Episode)
127 Hours is #8.
127 Hours is #8.
Mark Kermode's Secrets of Cinema: Disaster Movies (2019)
(TV Episode)
Clip shown
Clip shown
WatchMojo: Top 10 Can't Look Away Scenes (2019)
(TV Episode)
Breaking Free is #1.
Breaking Free is #1.
WatchMojo: Top 20 Greatest Movie Scenes They Got on the First Take (2021)
(TV Episode)
Self-Amputation is #12.
Self-Amputation is #12.
Spoofed in
The Simpsons: The Blue and the Gray (2011)
(TV Episode)
As Homer tries to free himself by chewing off his leg, he mentions he only has another 127 hours to go
As Homer tries to free himself by chewing off his leg, he mentions he only has another 127 hours to go
How It Should Have Ended: The Best Picture Summary 2011 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Best Picture parody
Best Picture parody
Rocky Mountain Oysters: Electroperaca (2011)
(TV Episode)
T-Bird gets his arm stuck and tries to use the garbage disposal to cut it off in order to get free.
T-Bird gets his arm stuck and tries to use the garbage disposal to cut it off in order to get free.
The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror XXII (2011)
(TV Episode)
Homer gets his arm trapped under a boulder and chews off multiple appendages before freeing himself.
Homer gets his arm trapped under a boulder and chews off multiple appendages before freeing himself.
Blue Mountain State: The C-Word (2011)
(TV Episode)
When Sammy is trapped by his nipple underneath the weight
When Sammy is trapped by his nipple underneath the weight
127 Seconds (2012)
(Short)
This parodies the film, has the hero trapped for seconds instead of hours.
This parodies the film, has the hero trapped for seconds instead of hours.
Stevie TV: Episode #1.7 (2012)
(TV Episode)
"Another 127 Hours" skit
"Another 127 Hours" skit
Tosh.0: Rock Climber Pooed Pants (2012)
(TV Episode)
Tosh cuts off Aron Ralston's hand
Tosh cuts off Aron Ralston's hand
Modern Family: Yard Sale (2012)
(TV Episode)
Phil's leg is trapped under his motorcycle.
Phil's leg is trapped under his motorcycle.
InAPPropriate Comedy (2013)
The opening skit is a spoof of the film.
The opening skit is a spoof of the film.
Scary Movie V (2013)
Jody sees a poster for "127 Hours: The Ballet".
Jody sees a poster for "127 Hours: The Ballet".
The Blair Licht Project (2018)
(TV Series)
The premise is a direct parody.
The premise is a direct parody.