Top 10 Most Shocking October Surprises

These election surprises altered the course of American history. Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the twists, turns, and unexpected moments that occurred just ahead of major U.S. elections. Our countdown of October surprises includes George W. Bush vs. Al Gore, 2006 Midterm Elections, Donald Trump vs. Joe Biden, and more! Which October surprise shocked you the most? Let us know in the comments!

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[WatchMojo]

Which October surprise shocked you the most? Let us know in the comments!

[vickthashredder]

I firmly believe if Arnold was an American born citizen, he would’ve been president

[ethanbarnes]

What about the 2008 financial crisis? That all but sealed a victory for Obama and the democrats

[leobertoalbano]

Ronald Reagan Vs. Jimmy Carter. 1980 United States Presidential Elections And The Birth Of The October Surprise.

[mikep]

George Bush's charisma is one of the scariest things on the planet, the way he tells stories is just magnetic to say the least, but of course we all know whats on the other side of that coin.

[vincentkrommenhoek]

'The reprecussions trickled down.' Oh snap!

[stonecuttercosplay]

Superstorm Sandy was the October Supeise of 2012.

[garrettelkins]

How dare you talk about the 2020 elecection and not say a word about Hunter’s laptop! That and the media hiding it is the greatest surprise of this century!

[zxbear]

How ironic that it's posted on Jimmy Carter's 100th birthday.

[beefyoso]

hw bush lost the election because perot split the vote, not because of iran contra.

[MikeCee]

It’s gotta be soon be “September” surprised, because early voting has already started in many states. (as of Oct 1st)

[edsova]

imagine the 2008 October surprise that would have occured if John Edwards had been the Dem. nominee? John Edwards talkes about how he is pro-choice because he respects women?

[THANATOS-PRIME]

Because it’s October, how about a top 10 list of the worst Dracula portrayals.

[Rachelpinter]

Don't we miss the days when a 24 year old DUI could have tanked a campaign.

[emiebex]

Hard to believe The Axcess Hollywood tape was only the end for Billy Bush. When it should've been the end for Trump.

[Dbad]

I predict no October surprise this year. People already made up their minds

[gabrieldodds]

I think Tillis vs Cunningham (2020) should be on here, because the October surprise directly cost Cunningham the election

[Jeremiah_Rivers]

The 2018 Midterm election was my first experience with an October surprise.

[TimesFM]

Tbf the type of gop Arnold represents is pretty good

[leobertoalbano]

Top 10 Most Shocking October Surprises. Thanks WatchMojo And Rebecca!