What If Scott Pilgrim Had Chosen Love Over Fighting?

In Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, Scott Pilgrim, a 22-year-old musician, falls for a mysterious girl named Ramona Flowers. To win her heart, he must battle her seven evil exes, each more bizarre than the last. Scott, with his quirky friends and video game-like adventures, fights through these challenges in hopes of true love.

One fan theory suggests that Scott’s battles with the exes symbolize his need to grow up. Each fight represents him overcoming parts of his own immaturity and selfishness. But what if Scott didn’t have to fight at all? What if Ramona’s exes weren’t obstacles, but instead, they were a test of Scott’s inner strength and growth?

A key moment in the film is when Scott realizes that he has to be a better person—not just for Ramona, but for himself. This sparks a change in his character, showing him that love isn’t about winning battles, but growing together.

Imagine a sequel where Scott and Ramona face new challenges in their relationship, this time with Scott already a more mature version of himself. Alternatively, a prequel could explore the backstories of Ramona’s exes and how their relationships with her shaped their lives.