The World's End

Five friends reassemble in their hometown with a mission to beat the legendary pub crawl they pulled off two decades earlier. What starts as a night of reckless nostalgia quickly reveals itself as more than a reunion, as the town and their own pasts collide with a bizarre, escalating challenge. Gary King leads the gang with steady confidence, but the rest of the group carries doubts about growing up and letting go. As they press on through a string of pubs and obstacles, their camaraderie is tested by old quarrels, new pressures, and a threat that refuses to be ignored. The film blends sharp wit with high energy action as the group tries to survive the night without losing themselves.

Directed by Edgar Wright and released in 2013, The World's End closes the Flavours Cornetto trilogy. The screenplay is a Wright and Pegg collaboration, marrying fast paced humor with science fiction and action, all grounded in a distinctly British setting.

Worldwide box office totaled about 46.1 million, earned against a 20 million budget. The film performed solidly for a genre blend of comedy, action and science fiction within international markets overall, with especially strong results in the UK and Europe.

The World's End is often seen as the crowning chapter of the Cornetto trilogy, blending fast witty banter with genre mashups that influenced later genre deconstructions. Its mix of lads capers, running gags, and visual effects has left a durable imprint on modern British genre cinema that resonated with audiences.

Critics generally welcomed the film as a brisk, witty blend of jokes and thrills, highlighting the script's deft handling of growing older while holding onto friendship. It also celebrates teamwork and perseverance. The themes of maturity, loyalty, and self restraint sit alongside pieces and pay off in a satisfying finale.