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Many factors contribute ominously to a film’s serious flaws, whether they have dubious and cringe-inducing plots or are just poorly executed, such as bad acting, a weak script, and subpar special effects.
Countless awful movies have been produced over the years by the film industry, providing audiences withsilly pleasure. However, some of the bunch are just downright terrible, with viewers not even being able to sit through their entirety. From One Missed Call to Jaws 4 – The Revenge, Rotten Tomatoes reflects on the worst movies and explains what makes them different from the rest.
1. Ballistic: Ecks vs. Sever (2002) – Rating: 0%
This is unquestionably one of those instances where a movie’s title is so odd that you can tell it’s going to be a dud right away. Ballistic: Ecks vs. Sever is a shockingly bad movie given its cast and theme. In the movie, Antonio Banderas plays Ecks and Lucy Liu plays Sever. Sever is a disloyal DIA agent, and Ecks works for the FBI. Despite their long-standing animosity, the two agents must cooperate to thwart a greater threat. This movie’s action sequences are agonizingly painful. There are far too many story holes to mention, the narrative is a complete mess, and the violence is out of control.
2. One Missed Call (2008) – Rating: 0%
The premise of Eric Valette’s movie One Missed Call is little intriguing. Few people hear voicemails, but when they do, they’re often surprised to hear their own voice on the other end. How is it even conceivable that? Nobody knows. Voicemails left by their future selves continue to detail their deaths, down to the exact day, hour, and mode of death. The movie, alas, fails even if the plot looks engaging enough. Given the potential for this horror plot, it’s sad that the watch isn’t at that terrifying. One final enchantment must be performed before this weird film disappears.
3. A Thousand Words (2012) – Rating: 0%
Eddie Murphy is without a doubt one of the greatest comedians of all time. So, could you perhaps clarify the main reason a person would decide to have his voice removed from a movie? In A Thousand Words, Murphy’s lifespan is determined by the lifespan of a tree. A leaf from the tree falls every time he speaks. Once all the leaves have fallen, Murphy’s character will pass away. Yes, it’s a fascinating concept. If Murphy were quiet, his appearance on the screen would be pointless. You shouldn’t voluntarily waste hours of your life watching a toned-down Eddie Murphy, even though this isn’t the worst movie you’ll ever see.
4. Gotti (2018) – Rating: 0%
How could a story about John Gotti’s life be so drastically inaccurate? Gottia, a 2020 movie directed by Kevin Connolly (E from Entourage), is one of the worst gangster movies you will ever witness, of course, if you choose to endure that kind of torture. You’ll never forget John Travolta’s portrayal of the enduring mob boss. You will be able to see Travolta the entire time, so you won’t be completely engaged in the story. There didn’t appear to be any effort made to change Travolta’s appearance other than to give him grey hair. You can learn more about Gotti in five minutes by reading Wikipedia rather than watching this movie for close to two hours.
5. Pinocchio (2002) – Rating: 0%
Roberto Benigni directed this Italian film, which shouldn’t have ever been released. Given how unsettling the image already is, it is troubling that someone thought it would be a good idea to make Pinocchio come to life. In Benigni’s Pinocchio, the filmmaker himself plays the title role. Yes, a balding adult plays the role of a boy. The film is painfully dull in addition to being incredibly creepy. How a director and actor with an Oscar nomination and win could produce such a terrible piece of work is baffling.
6. Superbabies: Baby Geniuses 2 (2004) – Rating: 0%
I have a hard time understanding how someone could find a movie about talking babies enjoyable. In addition, how on earth did the original movie manage to attract in a sizable enough audience to justify a sequel? A group of intelligent young kids get together in Superbabies: Baby Geniuses 2 to battle a villain. The media mogul, played by Jon Voight, is dedicated to swaying young people’s opinions. How can a group of infants prevent a grown guy from carrying out his terrible scheme? You and I have no interest in finding out the solution. Rotten Tomatoes has given this movie a score of 0% for a reason.
7. Gold Diggers (2003) – Rating: 0%
National Lampoon’s Vacation and its follow-up movies starring Chevy Chase were excellent. Unfortunately, National Lampoon’s Gold Diggers is a total dud. Chris Owen plays Leonard in the film, and Will Friedle plays Calvin. These two failures devise a plan to marry two elderly, affluent sisters. Calvin and Leonard believe they will receive the sisters’ estate when they pass away, but the sisters have other plans. Unbeknownst to the losers, the sisters have a plan to kill the men so they can cash in on their life insurance, despite the fact that they are not wealthy. Fear not; the film is exactly as ridiculous as it sounds. There is no laughter to be found in this crap.
8. The Last Days of American Crime (2020) – Rating: 0%
The tagline from The Last Days of American Crime reads like the opposite of the Purge: “Two men and a woman plan the heist of the century before a government-broadcast signal wipes out crime forever.” This signal, as opposed to one that the government broadcasts, declares that no crime will be tolerated after daybreak. Boring? Yep. The American government gets tired of crime and terrorism a few years from now. The tale comes to an end here. Action scenes in The Last Days of American Crime are less captivating than the most committed recluse on the planet. The film truly is that terrible.
9. Jaws 4 – The Revenge (1987) – Rating: 0%
Just look at how ridiculous the tagline for this movie is: “Chief Brody’s widow believes that her family is being specifically targeted by another shark seeking retribution.” You are silent! Is it feasible for a shark to target a family on purpose? WOW! It is rare for a franchise that has made millions of people fear the ocean that this Jaws film had audiences looking for the closest exit. The only thing that came out of this movie was bloodier shark attacks.
10. Dark Crimes (2016) – Rating: 0%
Jim Carrey is well recognized for his funny performances, which makes sense, but he is so much more than that. Carrey can play darker roles, and he works hard to make his portrayal in Dark Crimes stand out. Carrey portrays Tadek, a police officer who becomes entangled in a nefarious web of treachery, peril, and crimes. Unfortunately, the intriguing plot of the film is never nearly completely utilized. The plot unfolds slowly, so there isn’t nearly enough excitement. Carrey’s performance was adequate but not particularly noteworthy. This thriller is ultimately anything but thrilling.
11. The Ridiculous 6 (2015) – Rating: 0%
Without a doubt, Netflix regrets producing this film. The Ridiculous 6 is a Western comedy that was the first film produced as a result of the Adam Sandler and Netflix deal. The six performers make up the majority of the cast of Adam Sandler’s comedy, which also stars Terry Crews, Luke Wilson, Rob Schneider, Jon Lovitz, Jorge Garcia, and Taylor Lautner. Due to the involvement of so many famous people, there was some optimism that Sandler’s film would be entertaining. Unfortunately, it was disjointed, terribly insulting, and not at all humorous. Nobody wants to watch The Ridiculous 6 again, and it’s not a good addition to Adam Sandler’s body of work.
12. Stratton (2017) – Rating: 0%
A bad movie’s quality can be attributed to a variety of elements, some of which are present in Stratton. The Simon West-directed film Stratton ultimately suffers from a weak cast, unimpressive set pieces, and an unimpressive story. The film follows an all-too-common plot in which a seasoned agent looks for a terrorist organization. The title character, played by Dominic Cooper, embodies every flaw in the picture. Cooper gives a lackluster, unimpressive, and average performance as John Stratton in this imitation James Bond film.
13. London Fields (2018) – Rating: 0%
The 1989 best-selling novel by Martin Amis with the same name was made into a film, although London Fields falls short of portraying the beauty contained in the book’s pages. Nicola Six, portrayed by Amber Heard, is a girl who frequently experiences dark visions of her impending demise. Six later develops relationships with three additional men, one of whom she is certain will murder her. Sadly, not even Billy Bob Thornton can save this from being a terrible movie. The movie drags on and quickly loses its concentration, in contrast to the text. If you truly want to get the most out of this story, read the book rather than watching the movie.
14. The Nutcracker in 3D (2013) – Rating: 0%
The Nutcracker is one popular ballet. Since 1892, the magnificent masterpiece has become more and more well-known all over the world. Unfortunately, the venerable dance that utilizes Tchaikovsky’s well-known score was defiled by The Nutcracker in 3D. 3D is an awful piece of “work.” If you find even one person, whether they are 7 or 50 years old, who liked this movie, I will be quite surprised. Parents slept off while wearing their 3D glasses, kids didn’t like it, and theater employees warned visitors to stay away. Incredible waste of time.
15. Return to the Blue Lagoon (1991) – Rating: 0%
The Blue Lagoon, a 1980 film, featured a memorable performance from Brooke Shields. Expectations were low because Return to the Blue Lagoon from 1991 wasn’t praised for its brilliance. In this unsatisfying sequel, two kids and an adult, Sarah Hargrave, are abandoned on an island (Lisa Pelikan). Tragically, Sarah passes away shortly after, leaving the children alone. Lilli (Milla Jovovich) and Richard (Brian Krause) raise a family on the island before settling down and falling in love. Like the original, this sequel’s success rests on how pleasant it is and how beautiful its surroundings are. However, neither of those aspects is able to make this movie enjoyable.
16. Problem Child (1990) – Rating: 0%
Problem Child is unquestionably not a great movie, but it isn’t as horrible as this rating might suggest. As the title suggests, the movie is about a troubled child. The film’s lead actor, Michael Oliver, portrays Junior. He is a young child with red hair who Ben (John Ritter) adopts. That Junior poses a threat is an understatement. He develops a pen acquaintance with the serial killer The Bow Tie Killer and is frequently held accountable for any unfortunate incidents that occur in the neighborhood. In the end, Problem Child, which also features Gilbert Gottfried, isn’t funny enough to warrant a second look.
17. Wagons East! (1994) – Rating: 0%
John Candy is a legend. Sadly, even being a legend doesn’t protect you from occasionally performing poorly. Wagons East, featuring Candy!, completely fell flat. The Wild West-themed film revolves on a group of settlers who are dissatisfied with the state of affairs at the moment. After seeing a cowboy, the settlers decide they want to return to the East. Even Candy can’t save this time-wasting parody. Sadly, the insignia is used by an alcoholic wagon master named James Harlow in Candy’s final on-screen appearance. Although it sounds ridiculous, Candy didn’t seem to be hilarious in this film.
18. 3 Strikes (2000) – Rating: 0%
In baseball, three strikes will result in your out. The movie’s title, unfortunately, is completely applicable. In the film 3 Strikes, which DJ Pooh both filmed and wrote, a guy with two prior convictions is threatened with 25 years to life in prison if he receives a third. After watching this presentation for a while, you’ll be saying to yourself, “I’m out.” The plot of this movie is completely mindless. Rob Douglas (Brian Hooks) is picked up by a friend after being released from jail after serving a second term. The only problem is that his friend drove a stolen car and then chose to open fire on some police officers. And as a result, Douglas is currently evading capture. This film is supposed to be a comedy but honestly? There’s nothing to laugh at.
19. Shadow Conspiracy (1997) – Rating: 0%
The consensus among reviewers and average moviegoers is that this film is terrible. With Charlie Sheen, Donald Sutherland, Linda Hamilton, and Stephen Lang as the main characters, Shadow Conspiracy is a thriller about an assassination plot. Sheen plays Bobby Bishop, the president of the United States’ assistant. Bishop ultimately encounters a man by the name of Pochenko. Pochenko puts Bishop at risk by telling him about the president’s assassination plan because he is aware of it. The movie is terrible even though the story doesn’t seem to be all that bad at first. The actors don’t seem to care about their performances, and the story itself is absurd and confused. Pass.
20. Cabin Fever (2016) – Rating: 0%
“Fresh out of college, five friends face the horrors…,” stop me if you’ve heard this before. Yes, it’s just another horror film about young adults going on a camping vacation. Eli Roth’s book Cabin Fever follows five friends as they make an effort to go away to their cabin. They are not aware that a flesh-eating virus is waiting to strike them inside the cabin’s walls. Fun! The new version is awful. Even though you made me nauseous, the cosmetics department deserves all the appreciation I can conjure for their great work.
21. Redline (2007) – Rating: 0%
Nadia Bjorlin plays Natasha, a talented vocalist, car fanatic, and superb driver. Natasha eventually decides to join an illegal drag racing team. Because of her skill as a driver, Natasha is chosen to drive high-end vehicles in these dangerous races. Unfortunately, the only component of this movie worth focusing on is the vehicles themselves. The story is weak, and it’s clear that the author focused on the cars and the women rather than telling a gripping tale. Oh, and an Enzo Ferrari was totaled while they were filming; stay away from them solely for their ridiculous display of contempt.
22. Mac and Me (1988) – Rating: 0%
What was said about this movie on Rotten Tomatoes? Well, “A wheelchair-bound boy befriends an alien trying to flee NASA.” It is obvious that they are trying to convey the idea that these ET rip-offs shouldn’t have been produced.
23. Look Who’s Talking Now (1993) – Rating: 0%
Back-to-back films starring John Travolta Not exactly the star’s best look. Travolta and Kirstie Alley, his co-star, don’t get along at all to start with. There is a worry given that the couple is married in the film. This time, Mollie (Diane Keaton) and James (John Travolta) adopt Rocks and Daphne (voiced by Danny DeVito). Throughout the entire film, the dogs battle, but James and Mollie are unable to hear any of the canine communication. Are we really supposed to waste our time watching a narrative about two dogs and two uninteresting actors? No.
24. Staying Alive (1983) – Rating: 0%
Who decided it would be a good idea to create a sequel to Saturday Night Fever? John Travolta made a comeback as Tony Manero six years after the popularity of the movie. Manero isn’t concentrating on the dance scene this time, though. Instead, he is focused on succeeding on Broadway. Sylvester Stallone’s Staying Alive, which he also wrote and directed, makes numerous attempts to replicate the enchantment of its predecessor but ultimately falls flat. The plot is confusing, not nearly as entertaining as the original, and somewhat embarrassing.
25. The Disappointments Room (2016) – Rating: 0%
The Disappointments Room was always the worst letdown in the room, regardless of where it was seen—whether in a theater or the comfort of one’s home. Dana, an architect who moved into a country house with her husband and son, is portrayed by the stunning Kate Beckinsale. Dana starts to experience horrific dreams and unexplainable visions after they move into their new house. Her spouse believes she is crazy because he cannot understand what she is claiming to see. Although it claims to be a thriller, this movie is anything but. Although Beckinsale gives a respectable performance, the rest of the movie is absolutely pointless.
26. Highlander II: The Quickening (1991) – Rating: 0%
The 1986 Highlander movie, starring Christopher Lambert and Sean Connery, was fairly good. Its silly antics may not have been to everyone’s taste, but some enjoyed it precisely because of such moments. Russell Mulcahy, the director, regrettably decided to create a sequel five years later. In Highlander II: The Quickening, Connor MacLeod, played by Lambert, is tasked with saving Earth from annihilation. Nearly all of the ozone over Earth has vanished in the year 2024. As a result, MacLeod assists in constructing a shield to shelter Earth. Even for those who adored the first Highlander, Highlander II is unwatchable because of the time jumps, ridiculous special effects, and gruesome acting.
27. Homecoming (2009) – Rating: 0%
Homecoming, which was directed by Morgan J. Freeman—not that Morgan Freeman—tells a story that is all too common. Shelby (Mischa Barton) and Mike (Matt Long) were the ideal couple in high school. Mike was the great quarterback and Shelby was the homecoming queen. Mike leaves for Northwestern University, but when he returns home for Christmas with his new love, Elizabeth, things take a sharp turn. Shelby is determined to make Elizabeth’s life miserable in order to get her ex back, and what happens next is far too predictable. The acting is weak, the action is weak, and the story is sloppy. Abandon Homecoming.
28. Bolero (1984) – Rating: 0%
Bolero is not one of the many movies that audiences like but reviewers don’t like. It is obvious that not even Bo Derek could save this abomination with a 17 percent audience score. Bolero, a movie directed by John Derek, is set in the 1920s and is on a young woman who is trying to lose her virginity. Lida (Bo Derek) meets a Moroccan sheik and a Spanish bullfighter on her voyage. Unfortunately for Lida, her Spanish beau suffers an injury from which men all over the world will instantly feel the anguish. Bo was not at his best during this time.
29. A Low Down Dirty Shame (1994) – Rating: 0%
The title of this horrifying film, A Low Down Dirty Shame, is appropriate. Keenen Ivory Wayans took matters into his own hands with this production, acting as the director, writer, and star. If you make the regrettable decision to see the movie, you will likely be thinking to yourself afterward, “what a shame.” Wayans has directed some successful films throughout the years, such as White Chicks, Scary Movie, and In Living Color, but he fell short with this one. Wayans portrays Andre Shame, a detective whose pursuit of a drug lord has left him at a dead end. The movie is hindered by an offensive usage of slow-motion and lacks the humor that the Wayans are known for. There is a reason why Rotten Tomatoes has given this movie a score of 0%.
30. Killing Me Softly (2002) – Rating: 0%
American director Chen Kaige, who is of Chinese descent, is well-known. Farewell My Concubine, directed by Kaige, won the Palme d’Or at the 1993 Cannes Film Festival. Kaige also received recognition for his 2002 movie Together. Sadly, Killing Me Softly was a complete failure. The sensual thriller, starring Heather Graham, Joseph Fiennes, and Natascha McElhone, suffers from bad dialogue and outrageous plot twists. You would be better off seeing Kaige’s overseas flicks if you don’t want to squander almost two hours of your life.
