Connections
References
Tom and Jerry (1940)
(TV Series)
Lily refers to two men as Tom and Jerry
Lily refers to two men as Tom and Jerry
The Red Shoes (1948)
The shot where the camera is spinning around whilst Portman is dancing is a homage to The Red Shoes, another ballet film.
The shot where the camera is spinning around whilst Portman is dancing is a homage to The Red Shoes, another ballet film.
The Fly (1986)
The shot of Nina's back as feathers begin to break the skin is an homage to the shot of the hairs on Brundle's back.
The shot of Nina's back as feathers begin to break the skin is an homage to the shot of the hairs on Brundle's back.
Perfect Blue (1997)
Numerous visual references as well as similar plot elements such as doppelgangers, paranoia and mental anguish caused by striving for success and stardom
Numerous visual references as well as similar plot elements such as doppelgangers, paranoia and mental anguish caused by striving for success and stardom
Pi (1998)
The man that Nina sees or hallucinates in the subway appears in some of Max's hallucinations in Pi
The man that Nina sees or hallucinates in the subway appears in some of Max's hallucinations in Pi
Requiem for a Dream (2000)
Nina's breakfast
Nina's breakfast
Great Performances: Dance in America: 'Swan Lake' with American Ballet Theatre (2005)
(TV Episode)
The prologue, in which Von Rothbart first appears as a handsome man and then reveals himself as ugly after he has transformed Odette into a swan, is adapted from this production.
The prologue, in which Von Rothbart first appears as a handsome man and then reveals himself as ugly after he has transformed Odette into a swan, is adapted from this production.
Referenced in
Richard Roeper & the Movies: Fall Preview 2010 (2010)
(TV Episode)
Roeper says he's also anticipating this movie
Roeper says he's also anticipating this movie
Maltin on Movies: Burlesque (2010)
(TV Episode)
Movie referenced in this episode.
Movie referenced in this episode.
30 Rock: Christmas Attack Zone (2010)
(TV Episode)
Paul and Jenna's costume idea is inspired by Natalie Portman in the film
Paul and Jenna's costume idea is inspired by Natalie Portman in the film
CBS News Up to the Minute: Episode dated 16 December 2010 (2010)
(TV Episode)
A.O. Scott critiques Black Swan
A.O. Scott critiques Black Swan
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #19.59 (2010)
(TV Episode)
Jay mentions that Natalie Portman was in the film
Jay mentions that Natalie Portman was in the film
The 37th Annual People's Choice Awards (2011)
(TV Movie)
Mila Kunis is introduced as being in the film
Mila Kunis is introduced as being in the film
Conan: VooDoo or Voo Don't (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 Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #19.73 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Ross says he wore his special makeup for Natalie Portman, and is then shown made up like Portman on the film's poster
Ross says he wore his special makeup for Natalie Portman, and is then shown made up like Portman on the film's poster
Conan: The Conundrum Enigma (2011)
(TV Episode)
Conan O'Brien introduces actress Natalie Portman and mentions this movie
Conan O'Brien introduces actress Natalie Portman and mentions this movie
Conan: Something Smelly That Way Went (2011)
(TV Episode)
A guy dressed up as actor Tom Arnold in a skit mentions this movie
A guy dressed up as actor Tom Arnold in a skit mentions this movie
Harald Schmidt: Episode #5.15 (2011)
(TV Episode)
mentioned by Schmidt several times
mentioned by Schmidt several times
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #19.87 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Ross shows a picture portraying Aaron Rodgers if he wore "Black Swan" makeup instead of eyeblack
Ross shows a picture portraying Aaron Rodgers if he wore "Black Swan" makeup instead of eyeblack
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: 'Whisper,' She Shouted (2011)
(TV Episode)
Conan jokes that Andy wore a sports jersey when going to see the film
Conan jokes that Andy wore a sports jersey when going to see the film
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #19.88 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Mark Wahlberg says that at one point, the film's director Darren Aronofsky was attached to direct "The Fighter"
Mark Wahlberg says that at one point, the film's director Darren Aronofsky was attached to direct "The Fighter"
Saturday Night Live: Russell Brand/Chris Brown (2011)
(TV Episode)
Referenced in Russell Brand's opening monologue
Referenced in Russell Brand's opening monologue
Community: Intermediate Documentary Filmmaking (2011)
(TV Episode)
Pierce refers to Shirley as "Black Swan."
Pierce refers to Shirley as "Black Swan."
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #19.96 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Mikey Day tries to give away tickets to the film as part of a dare
Mikey Day tries to give away tickets to the film as part of a dare
Laserdisc Memories: If I Picked the Oscars (2011)
(TV Episode)
FIlm is mentioned in Episode
FIlm is mentioned in Episode
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #19.102 (2011)
(TV Episode)
a clip from the Oscars shows Natalie Portman being announced as Best Actress for the film
a clip from the Oscars shows Natalie Portman being announced as Best Actress for the film
Stiller & Meara: The Oscars (2011)
(TV Episode)
One of five films commented on by Stiller & Meara.
One of five films commented on by Stiller & Meara.
Saturday Night Live: Miley Cyrus/The Strokes (2011)
(TV Episode)
Referenced in Miley Cyrus's opening monologue
Referenced in Miley Cyrus's opening monologue
30 Rock: Plan B (2011)
(TV Episode)
Hank says that Jack bought something he didn't understand, like when Hank bought tickets to the film
Hank says that Jack bought something he didn't understand, like when Hank bought tickets to the film
Ebert Presents: At the Movies: Episode #1.11 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Roger's thumb verdict is shown during the "Now on DVD" segment
Roger's thumb verdict is shown during the "Now on DVD" segment
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #19.130 (2011)
(TV Episode)
a poster for "Madea's Big Happy Family" is shown that spoofs the film's poster
a poster for "Madea's Big Happy Family" is shown that spoofs the film's poster
Jeopardy!: Episode #27.160 (2011)
(TV Episode)
referenced in a clue in "Celebrity Facts" category
referenced in a clue in "Celebrity Facts" category
90210: Nerdy Little Secrets (2011)
(TV Episode)
Silver and Christopher talk about the movie, Black Swan
Silver and Christopher talk about the movie, Black Swan
Bum Reviews: Thor (2011)
(TV Episode)
"When does Natalie Portman turn into the swan?"
"When does Natalie Portman turn into the swan?"
Spider-Man XXX: A Porn Parody (2011)
(Video)
Peter, Mary-Jane, Gwen and Flash return from the cinema discussing the film.
Peter, Mary-Jane, Gwen and Flash return from the cinema discussing the film.
Entourage: Motherfucker (2011)
(TV Episode)
mentioned by E
mentioned by E
Special Collector's Edition: Matilda (2011)
(TV Episode)
DVD mentioned in past releases
DVD mentioned in past releases
America's Next Top Model: Kristin Cavallari (2011)
(TV Episode)
Isis mentions the movie when getting dressed for panel
Isis mentions the movie when getting dressed for panel
The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror XXII (2011)
(TV Episode)
Grampa, dressed in a black tutu, asks, "When are we doin' the black swan?"
Grampa, dressed in a black tutu, asks, "When are we doin' the black swan?"
Tosh.0: Season 3 Web Reflection (2011)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned in dialogue
Mentioned in dialogue
Already Famous (2011)
Mentioned in dialogue.
Mentioned in dialogue.
The Big Fat Quiz of the Year (2011)
(TV Movie)
Referenced by name
Referenced by name
Bad Movie Beatdown: Review of 2011 (2012)
(TV Episode)
mentioned among movies seen this year
mentioned among movies seen this year
Come Dine with Me Canada: Alex Crooks: Block 13 (2012)
(TV Episode)
The narrator mentions the movie by name.
The narrator mentions the movie by name.
The Biggest Loser: Episode #13.10 (2012)
(TV Episode)
Emily mentions the movie by name.
Emily mentions the movie by name.
Supernatural: Out with the Old (2012)
(TV Episode)
mentioned by Dean
mentioned by Dean
Chelsea Lately: Episode #6.80 (2012)
(TV Episode)
Sarah talks about Natalie Portman as a ballerina.
Sarah talks about Natalie Portman as a ballerina.
Glee: The New Rachel (2012)
(TV Episode)
Cassandra says that her students should be dancing "at Black Swan levels of psychosis by now."
Cassandra says that her students should be dancing "at Black Swan levels of psychosis by now."
Almost Perfect (2012)
A poster is seen at Anne's work
A poster is seen at Anne's work
RuPaul's Drag Race: Black Swan: Why It Gotta Be Black? (2013)
(TV Episode)
The title is a play on words plus RuPaul says, "once you go black swan, you never go back!"
The title is a play on words plus RuPaul says, "once you go black swan, you never go back!"
Wingmen Incorporated (2013)
Justin mentions this movie after throwing up while having sex with Lucy.
Justin mentions this movie after throwing up while having sex with Lucy.
Glee: Lights Out (2013)
(TV Episode)
mentioned by Isabelle
mentioned by Isabelle
Featured in
The Rotten Tomatoes Show: The Last Exorcism/Piranha 3D/Vampires Suck (2010)
(TV Episode)
Brett reviews the trailer in the Anticipatron
Brett reviews the trailer in the Anticipatron
Richard Roeper & the Movies: Black Swan (2010)
(TV Episode)
Reviewed, clips shown
Reviewed, clips shown
Maltin on Movies: Black Swan (2010)
(TV Episode)
Movie reviewed in this episode.
Movie reviewed in this episode.
CBS News Up to the Minute: Episode dated 16 December 2010 (2010)
(TV Episode)
clip shown
clip shown
BBC Six O'Clock News: Episode dated 12 January 2011 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Clips shown.
Clips shown.
The 68th Annual Golden Globe Awards (2011)
(TV Movie)
Nominee clips shown.
Nominee clips shown.
Breakfast: Episode dated 20 January 2011 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Clip shown during interview with Natalie Portman.
Clip shown during interview with Natalie Portman.
Ebert Presents: At the Movies: Episode #1.1 (2011)
(TV Episode)
clips are shown during Kartina's commentary on the film
clips are shown during Kartina's commentary on the film
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
De wereld draait door: Episode #6.94 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Fragments are shown.
Fragments are shown.
Ebert Presents: At the Movies: Episode #1.5 (2011)
(TV Episode)
a clip is shown of Natalie Portman, Christy's preference to win the Oscar for Best Actress
a clip is shown of Natalie Portman, Christy's preference to win the Oscar for Best Actress
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #19.101 (2011)
(TV Episode)
A Jaywalking participant is substituted for Natalie Portman as the black swan in the final ballet scene
A Jaywalking participant is substituted for Natalie Portman as the black swan in the final ballet scene
The 83rd Annual Academy Awards (2011)
(TV Special)
nominee clips
nominee clips
Breakfast: Episode dated 28 February 2011 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Clip shown during 'Oscar' segment.
Clip shown during 'Oscar' segment.
2011 MTV Movie Awards (2011)
(TV Special)
Scene edited into opening sequence, numerous clips shown during award nominations
Scene edited into opening sequence, numerous clips shown during award nominations
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #19.157 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Clip in MTV Movie Awards segment
Clip in MTV Movie Awards segment
Guys Choice Awards 2011 (2011)
(TV Movie)
Clip were showned
Clip were showned
Hollywood's Top Ten: Hit the Dance Floor (2011)
(TV Episode)
#9
#9
Great Movie Mistakes III: Not in 3D (2011)
(TV Movie)
Clips of mistakes shown
Clips of mistakes shown
At the Movies: Episode #9.1 (2012)
(TV Episode)
Clips shown when it is revealed that this movie came in at No. 1 in a viewers' poll on the top 10 movies of 2011.
Clips shown when it is revealed that this movie came in at No. 1 in a viewers' poll on the top 10 movies of 2011.
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #20.169 (2012)
(TV Episode)
Clip shown in montage of Mila Kunis films
Clip shown in montage of Mila Kunis films
Spoofed in
Saturday Night Live: Jim Carrey/The Black Keys (2011)
(TV Episode)
Spoofed in the "Black Swan" segment
Spoofed in the "Black Swan" segment
How It Should Have Ended: The Best Picture Summary 2011 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Best Picture parody
Best Picture parody
Black Swan, Grey Goose (2011)
(Short)
Spoofs the film Black Swan and its characters
Spoofs the film Black Swan and its characters
Days of Our Lives: Episode #1.11621 (2011)
(TV Episode)
A fantasy sequence parodies the movie.
A fantasy sequence parodies the movie.
The Simpsons: The Ten-Per-Cent Solution (2011)
(TV Episode)
Spoofed in the "Black & Blue Swan" Itchy & Scratchy cartoon
Spoofed in the "Black & Blue Swan" Itchy & Scratchy cartoon
30 Nights of Paranormal Activity with the Devil Inside the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2013)
A parody of Black Swan and its characters are shown in the film
A parody of Black Swan and its characters are shown in the film
Scary MoVie (2013)
One of the main parodies.
One of the main parodies.
