15 Movies With 0% on Rotten Tomatoes, Ranked by Just How Awful They Really Are

Some films miss the mark so badly that critics can’t find a single redeeming quality. On Rotten Tomatoes, a 0% rating means every reviewer gave a negative take, and for these movies, it’s easy to see why.

I’ve ranked 15 films that earned this infamous score, from the least awful to the absolute worst, based on how painful they are to watch. These are big-budget flops, misguided sequels, and bizarre misfires—perfect for those curious about cinematic trainwrecks.

15. ‘Wagons East!’ (1994)

This Western comedy follows settlers, led by John Candy’s drunken wagon master, trying to escape frontier life. The humor aims to spoof classic Westerns but lands flat with tired jokes and a sluggish pace. Candy’s charm is the only saving grace, but even he can’t salvage the mess. It was his final film, released after his passing.

‘Wagons East’ isn’t unwatchable, just forgettable. Its lazy execution makes it a mild offender among 0% films, but it’s still a slog for most viewers.

14. ‘Look Who’s Talking Now’ (1993)

The third in the talking-baby series, this film shifts to talking dogs, with John Travolta and Kirstie Alley returning as parents. The gimmick feels forced, and the humor is stale, leaning on pet antics that don’t land. It’s a cash grab that lost the original’s charm. Critics called it a pointless sequel.

‘Look Who’s Talking Now’ is silly but harmless, making it one of the less offensive 0% films. It’s a lazy rehash, but nostalgia might carry you through.

13. ‘Return to the Blue Lagoon’ (1991)

This sequel to ‘The Blue Lagoon’ follows two teens, Milla Jovovich and Brian Krause, stranded on a tropical island. It repeats the original’s romanticized survival story but lacks depth, feeling like a glossy perfume ad. Critics slammed its shallow plot and questionable casting of young leads. It’s pretty but empty.

‘Return to the Blue Lagoon’ is a bland retread that’s more boring than terrible. Its scenic visuals make it slightly less painful than others on this list.

12. ‘The Disappointments Room’ (2016)

Kate Beckinsale stars in this horror flick about a family discovering a creepy hidden room in their new home. The plot is a jumbled mess, with scares that feel recycled and uninspired. Critics called it a pointless genre retread. It’s not terrifying, just tedious.

‘The Disappointments Room’ fails to deliver chills, but its decent cast keeps it from being a total disaster. It’s a forgettable misfire that’s easy to sit through.

11. ‘A Thousand Words’ (2012)

Eddie Murphy plays a fast-talking agent silenced by a magical tree in this comedy. The premise is odd, and the execution is worse, with forced humor and a weak script. Murphy’s charisma can’t save it. Critics found it painfully unfunny and a waste of talent.

‘A Thousand Words’ is a misstep, but Murphy’s energy makes it less excruciating than others. It’s a bad idea done poorly, yet not the worst offender.

10. ‘Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol’ (1987)

The fourth ‘Police Academy’ film sees the bumbling cops training civilians, with predictable gags and no fresh ideas. The humor feels desperate, targeting a younger crowd but missing the mark. It’s a tired sequel that lost the series’ goofy charm. Critics called it a franchise low.

‘Police Academy 4’ is a lazy rehash, but its slapstick keeps it mildly amusing. It’s bad, but not unbearable, making it a middle-tier 0% flop.

9. ‘Dark Crimes’ (2016)

Jim Carrey stars as a detective linking a murder to a novel in this grim thriller. The tone is joyless, and the pacing drags, with a script that feels pretentious and hollow. Critics found it depressing and pointless. Carrey’s effort is the only bright spot.

‘Dark Crimes’ tries to be deep but feels like a slog. Its decent cast and moody visuals save it from being a complete disaster, but it’s still a miss.

8. ‘The Ridiculous 6’ (2015)

Adam Sandler’s Western comedy follows six brothers, played by Sandler and others, on a quest to find their father. The jokes are lazy and offensive, leaning on stereotypes that fall flat. Critics called it a low point for Sandler’s Netflix era. The star-studded cast is wasted.

‘The Ridiculous 6’ is a sloppy mess, but its absurdity can spark a few chuckles. It’s bad, but not soul-crushing, landing it mid-list.

7. ‘Precious Cargo’ (2016)

Bruce Willis stars in this action flick about a heist gone wrong. The plot is generic, the dialogue is clunky, and Willis seems checked out. Critics slammed its lack of energy and originality. It’s a forgettable B-movie with no redeeming thrills.

‘Precious Cargo’ is a dull action slog that wastes its cast. It’s not the worst, but its laziness and lack of spark make it a chore to watch.

6. ‘Max Steel’ (2016)

This sci-fi action film follows a teen with alien powers, based on a toy line. The effects are cheap, the story is bland, and the acting feels forced. Critics called it a lifeless cash grab. It’s aimed at kids but fails to engage any audience.

‘Max Steel’ is a forgettable mess with no heart or excitement. Its generic vibe makes it a low point, but it’s not actively painful.

5. ‘Highlander II: The Quickening’ (1991)

This sci-fi sequel sees Christopher Lambert’s immortal warrior tackling an ozone layer crisis. The plot is absurd, the effects are dated, and it betrays the original’s charm. Critics called it hilariously incoherent. Sean Connery’s cameo can’t save it.

‘Highlander II’ is a bizarre misfire that’s almost entertaining in its awfulness. Its sheer oddity keeps it from the bottom, but it’s still a disaster.

4. ‘Staying Alive’ (1983)

Directed by Sylvester Stallone, this ‘Saturday Night Fever’ sequel follows John Travolta’s Tony Manero chasing dance fame. The gritty realism of the original is gone, replaced by a glossy, shallow plot. Critics hated its tacky vibe and weak story. It’s a soulless cash-in.

‘Staying Alive’ betrays its predecessor’s heart, making it a painful watch. Its polished emptiness lands it near the bottom of this list.

3. ‘One Missed Call’ (2008)

This J-horror remake about a killer phone ghost is a lifeless slog. The scares are laughable, with a ghost hand popping from pavement holding a phone. Critics called it a monotonous cash grab that fails to thrill. It’s a pale imitation of better horror films.

‘One Missed Call’ is painfully dull, with no redeeming scares or charm. Its unintentional humor barely saves it from being the absolute worst.

2. ‘Superbabies: Baby Geniuses 2’ (2004)

This sequel follows super-smart toddlers fighting a media mogul, played by Jon Voight in a bizarre, Nazi-inspired role. The effects are creepy, the dubbing is awful, and the plot is nonsense. Critics called it an insult to intelligence. It’s a chaotic, unwatchable mess.

‘Superbabies’ is a cinematic disaster that’s almost fascinatingly bad. Its sheer absurdity makes it slightly less painful than the top spot.

1. ‘Ballistic: Ecks vs. Sever’ (2002)

Antonio Banderas and Lucy Liu star as rival agents in this action flop. With 118 reviews, it’s the most-criticized 0% film. The plot is incoherent, the action is dull, and the dialogue is laughable. Critics called it a headache-inducing mess with no wit or style. It’s the pinnacle of cinematic failure.

‘Ballistic: Ecks vs. Sever’ earns its spot as the worst for its total lack of coherence or charm. It’s a painful watch that defines rock-bottom filmmaking.

Which 0% movie do you think is the worst, or is there a flop I missed? Share your thoughts in the comments!