The final scene of Loving Annabelle leaves fans with more questions than answers. As Simone is arrested and Annabelle is left behind, the movie fades out — but the story lives on in the minds of viewers. Over the years, fans have crafted theories, alternate endings, and emotional follow-ups that explore what might have happened next.
Here are some of the most compelling fan theories about the future of Annabelle and Simone.
🧠 1. The “Reunion Years Later” Theory
One of the most popular fan theories is that Annabelle and Simone reunite years later, after Simone serves her sentence. By then, Annabelle is an adult, and their love — though paused by law — reignites in freedom.
“They were soulmates in the wrong place at the wrong time.”
- Annabelle finishes college
- Simone teaches again, possibly abroad
- They reconnect, stronger and wiser
💔 2. The “Tragic Break” Theory
Some fans believe Simone chooses to cut ties with Annabelle to protect her. This theory suggests:
- Simone writes letters but never sends them
- Annabelle waits, but eventually moves on
- They both remember, but live apart
This ending honors the deep emotional bond, even if it’s never rekindled.
⚖️ 3. The Legal Redemption Theory
This theory imagines Simone fighting her case, with Annabelle (now older) coming forward to testify:
- The film goes from personal drama to courtroom tension
- Annabelle argues their love was real, not predatory
- Simone receives a reduced sentence or pardon
This version satisfies fans who want justice — not just punishment.
✈️ 4. The “New Beginning” Theory
Others suggest both characters take separate paths, growing from the experience but not ending up together:
- Annabelle becomes an activist or writer
- Simone starts over under a new identity
- They never speak again — but never forget
This is the most bittersweet theory, and the one some say the film subtly points toward.
🎥 Alternate Endings Created by Fans
From YouTube videos to Wattpad fanfiction, fans have:
- Rewritten the ending with a happy reunion
- Created short films with Annabelle visiting Simone in prison
- Imagined future letters exchanged between them
The fanbase continues to shape the story long after the credits rolled.
🧩 Why the Ending Works
Katherine Brooks, the director, intentionally left the ending open. In interviews, she’s said:
“I wanted the audience to write the ending for themselves.”
By leaving it unresolved, Loving Annabelle becomes more than a film — it becomes a shared emotional experience.
💬 What Do You Believe Happened?
We’d love to hear your theory!
Comment below, or message us on Instagram @LovingAnnabelleMovie.
Let’s keep the story alive — together.