How Many of These Horrible Movies Have You Actually Watched to the Bitter End?

Some movies become legends for all the wrong reasons, from chaotic productions to scripts that never quite clicked. The titles below are infamous for walkouts and groans, yet plenty of viewers still pushed through to the credits. You will find quick details on what each film is about, who made it, and what made audiences wince. If you made it through even a handful, you deserve a medal and maybe some popcorn as a prize.

‘Jaws: The Revenge’ (1987)

This sequel follows Ellen Brody as she believes a great white shark is targeting her family and follows her to the Bahamas. Joseph Sargent directed and the cast includes Lorraine Gary and Michael Caine. Production moved quickly to meet a summer release window. The film is known for rear projection work and mechanical shark effects used in open water scenes.

‘The Wicker Man’ (2006)

Nicolas Cage stars as a deputy who searches for a missing girl on a secluded island with a matriarchal society. Neil LaBute directed and updated the setting and character dynamics from the earlier version. The movie uses Pacific Northwest locations to create an isolated atmosphere. Its marketing leaned on mystery elements and ritual imagery.

‘Plan 9 from Outer Space’ (1959)

Edward D Wood Jr directed this sci fi feature about aliens reanimating the dead to stop human weapons. The production used economical sets and day for night shooting. Bela Lugosi appears in footage combined with a double who covered his face with a cape. The film later entered public domain collections and midnight screenings.

‘Street Fighter’ (1994)

Jean Claude Van Damme and Raul Julia lead an ensemble that adapts the game into a military rescue story. Steven E de Souza directed and filmed in Thailand and Australia. The script introduced new alliances to fit a cinematic plot. Choreography and costumes referenced character designs from the arcade series.

‘Son of the Mask’ (2005)

Jamie Kennedy stars as a cartoonist who inherits the mischief powers of a Norse artifact. Lawrence Guterman directed with heavy use of digital face morphing and creature work. The plot includes a rivalry with Loki played by Alan Cumming. The production emphasized family friendly comedy and bright color design.

‘Birdemic: Shock and Terror’ (2010)

An indie romance turns into a survival story when flocks of birds attack a coastal town. James Nguyen wrote and directed and cast first time actors. The film used digital effects added in post with limited resources. It gained attention through festival screenings and word of mouth events.

‘Troll 2’ (1990)

A family vacation leads to a small town where vegetarian goblins plan to transform humans into plants. Claudio Fragasso directed and shot in Utah with a largely nonprofessional cast. The dialogue was filmed in English with an international crew. A documentary later explored the film’s unexpected following.

‘House of the Dead’ (2003)

Based on the arcade shooter, a group of students attends a rave on an island that hides a zombie outbreak. Uwe Boll directed and incorporated game footage as scene transitions. Action scenes mix slow motion gunplay with practical makeup effects. The plot reimagines the franchise lore with a scientist antagonist.

‘Alone in the Dark’ (2005)

Christian Slater plays a paranormal investigator who uncovers creatures linked to an ancient culture. Tara Reid and Stephen Dorff co star under the direction of Uwe Boll. The film adapts elements from the game series while changing character backstories. Nighttime set pieces rely on practical stunts and digital augmentation.

‘Eragon’ (2006)

This fantasy adaptation follows a farm boy who bonds with a dragon and joins a resistance. Stefen Fangmeier directed with extensive blue screen and creature animation by major VFX houses. Jeremy Irons and Rachel Weisz provide key roles and voice work. The production condensed multiple story threads from the novel.

‘Green Lantern’ (2011)

Ryan Reynolds portrays Hal Jordan who receives a power ring from an intergalactic corps. Martin Campbell directed and the film combined live action with a fully digital suit concept. The story introduces the Guardians and a yellow energy foe. A planned universe launch was reworked after the box office results.

‘After Earth’ (2013)

Will Smith and Jaden Smith play a father and son stranded on a hostile Earth long after human evacuation. M Night Shyamalan directed and emphasized survival training and fear management themes. The narrative follows a linear trek to a rescue beacon. Real locations in Costa Rica and the United States were used with added CG fauna.

‘The Mummy’ (2017)

Tom Cruise headlines a new take that aimed to start a shared monster universe. Alex Kurtzman directed and introduced Prodigium as an organization that studies supernatural threats. Sofia Boutella appears as the title antagonist with performance capture enhancements. The film includes large aircraft sequences and desert set pieces.

‘X-Men Origins: Wolverine’ (2009)

Hugh Jackman returns as Logan in a prequel that traces his early life and government missions. Gavin Hood directed and the cast features Liev Schreiber and Ryan Reynolds. The production filmed in Australia, New Zealand, and Canada with extensive wire work. Multiple mutants make brief appearances to set up future stories.

‘Wild Wild West’ (1999)

Will Smith and Kevin Kline play government agents who face a villain with a giant mechanical spider. Barry Sonnenfeld directed and blended western motifs with steampunk gadgets. The soundtrack and music videos supported a broad marketing push. Elaborate sets recreated post war America with period costumes and fantasy machines.

‘The Snowman’ (2017)

Michael Fassbender stars as a detective pursuing a serial killer who leaves snowmen at crime scenes. Tomas Alfredson directed and shot across Norway in winter conditions. Post production reports noted missing coverage and tight editing timelines. The film adapts parts of a long running crime novel series.

‘The Adventures of Pluto Nash’ (2002)

Eddie Murphy plays a nightclub owner on the moon who resists a crime syndicate. Ron Underwood directed and the project spent years in development before filming. Production built large lunar colony sets and used miniatures for exterior shots. The movie was released after several test screening adjustments.

‘Dungeons & Dragons’ (2000)

This fantasy quest follows thieves who become involved in a struggle over a powerful rod. Courtney Solomon directed and combined location shooting in Prague with studio stages. Jeremy Irons and Thora Birch lead the cast with a mix of practical creatures and CGI. The release included tie in merchandise aimed at tabletop fans.

‘Superman IV: The Quest for Peace’ (1987)

Christopher Reeve returns as Clark Kent who campaigns for nuclear disarmament and faces a solar powered foe. Sidney J Furie directed and worked with a reduced budget compared to earlier entries. Visual effects were handled by a different team than previous films. The story revisits Metropolis settings and familiar supporting characters.

‘Holmes & Watson’ (2018)

Will Ferrell and John C Reilly play the famous duo in a comedic mystery at Buckingham Palace. Etan Cohen directed and the production used English locations and studio interiors. The plot centers on a deadline to stop a crime attributed to Moriarty. Test screenings prompted edits that shaped the final cut.

‘Cats’ (2019)

Based on the hit stage musical, ‘Cats’ translates feline Jellicles into a swirl of digital fur and star cameos. Tom Hooper directs a cast that includes Judi Dench, Idris Elba, and Jennifer Hudson. The film drew attention for rushed visual effects that were later updated in theaters. Its heavy use of CGI and surreal cat human hybrids became the main talking point.

‘The Room’ (2003)

Tommy Wiseau wrote, directed, produced, and starred in ‘The Room’, a melodrama about a love triangle in San Francisco. Its unusual dialogue and abrupt subplots helped it gain a devoted midnight audience. Screenings often include audience participation and recurring in jokes. The movie has since inspired books, documentaries, and a feature about its making.

‘Batman & Robin’ (1997)

Joel Schumacher’s ‘Batman & Robin’ puts the Caped Crusader against Mr Freeze and Poison Ivy with a neon soaked style. The cast includes George Clooney, Chris O’Donnell, Uma Thurman, and Arnold Schwarzenegger. The movie’s toyetic approach influenced the studio’s direction for years after. Its reception pushed the franchise to reboot instead of continuing this timeline.

‘Gigli’ (2003)

‘Gigli’ pairs Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez in a crime romance that went through multiple rewrites and reshoots. Directed by Martin Brest, it follows a low level enforcer who bonds with a kidnapped witness. The production became a tabloid magnet due to its stars. Its poor box office led to a long pause in similar vehicles for the duo.

‘Battlefield Earth’ (2000)

John Travolta headlines ‘Battlefield Earth’, adapted from L Ron Hubbard’s post apocalyptic novel. Humans struggle against alien Psychlos while the film leans on stylized camera angles. Its ambitious world building met heavy criticism for tone and design choices. The movie later became a perennial reference in bad film retrospectives and Razzie histories.

‘Movie 43’ (2013)

‘Movie 43’ stitches together a series of sketch segments with a large ensemble cast. Different directors handled different shorts, creating a grab bag of premises and shock gags. Marketing emphasized the star count more than the storyline. The final release arrived after a long and troubled production schedule.

‘Catwoman’ (2004)

Halle Berry stars in ‘Catwoman’ as a reimagined antihero with a new civilian identity unrelated to Selina Kyle. The film uses glossy CGI and stylized action under director Pitof. Its basketball scene and leather costuming became internet talking points. Berry famously accepted a Razzie in person, which kept the title in pop culture chatter.

‘Dragonball Evolution’ (2009)

‘Dragonball Evolution’ brings the manga to live action with Justin Chatwin and Emmy Rossum. The adaptation relocates characters and compresses arcs in a modern setting. Fans criticized casting choices and departures from established lore. The film remains a cautionary tale for anime adaptations that lean too far from the source.

‘The Last Airbender’ (2010)

M Night Shyamalan adapts the animated series ‘Avatar The Last Airbender’ into a condensed first chapter. The movie features extensive effects work and a 3D post conversion. Casting decisions and name pronunciations sparked debate among fans. Planned follow ups did not move forward after the reaction.

‘The Love Guru’ (2008)

Mike Myers returns with a new comic persona in ‘The Love Guru’, set around a struggling hockey team. The film features Jessica Alba and Justin Timberlake alongside sports cameos. Jokes center on self help tropes and pop spirituality. The title picked up multiple Razzie notices during awards season.

‘Mortal Kombat: Annihilation’ (1997)

‘Mortal Kombat Annihilation’ continues the tournament saga with a much larger roster of fighters. Several roles were recast and the story races through many game characters. The heavy use of early CGI is a hallmark of its action scenes. Fans often cite its crowded plot as a reason the narrative feels rushed.

‘The Emoji Movie’ (2017)

Set inside a smartphone, ‘The Emoji Movie’ follows a malfunctioning emoji who wants a single identity. Voice talent includes T J Miller, James Corden, and Patrick Stewart. Real world apps and product placements share screen time with digital cityscapes. Families showed up on opening weekend, yet the online reaction remained unforgiving.

‘Fantastic Four’ (2015)

Josh Trank’s ‘Fantastic Four’ introduces a younger team with a science forward origin. Miles Teller, Kate Mara, Michael B Jordan, and Jamie Bell lead the ensemble. Reports of reshoots and tonal shifts surrounded the release. Sequel plans were shelved when the movie underperformed.

‘Super Mario Bros.’ (1993)

‘Super Mario Bros.’ reimagines the game as a gritty parallel world with Dinohattan and a de evolved King Koopa. Bob Hoskins and John Leguizamo play the plumbers in a story far from the platformer. Production challenges and rewrites were widely reported at the time. The film later earned a cult following for its oddball world building.

‘Jack and Jill’ (2011)

Adam Sandler plays both siblings in ‘Jack and Jill’, a holiday set comedy about a chaotic twin visit. Al Pacino appears as himself in an extended subplot that includes a commercial within the movie. The production partners with multiple brands for running gags. It later swept the Razzies with a record haul.

‘Disaster Movie’ (2008)

From the team behind several mid 2000s spoofs, ‘Disaster Movie’ strings together parodies of recent blockbusters. The plot is a thin excuse for rapid fire references and celebrity lookalikes. The film leans on quick skits rather than sustained storytelling. Its title became shorthand for the waning spoof trend of that era.

‘Howard the Duck’ (1986)

‘Howard the Duck’ brings a Marvel character to screens long before the modern cinematic universe. The production used elaborate animatronics and suits to create the title character. Lea Thompson and Tim Robbins co star in an earthly adventure with sci fi elements. It failed to land with audiences on release and later found a niche cult status.

‘The Happening’ (2008)

In ‘The Happening’, people across the Northeast face a mysterious wave of mass suicides. Mark Wahlberg and Zooey Deschanel play a couple trying to survive as scientists search for answers. The premise points to a natural trigger that spreads without warning. Its straight faced tone contrasted with audience expectations for a different kind of thriller.

‘A Good Day to Die Hard’ (2013)

The fifth ‘Die Hard’ entry sends John McClane to Moscow where he reconnects with his estranged son. Set pieces include chases through city streets and a showdown at a radioactive site. Critics cited the shift from contained suspense to globetrotting spectacle. The response prompted the franchise to rethink future installments.

‘Max Steel’ (2016)

Based on the Mattel brand, ‘Max Steel’ follows a teen who discovers he can merge with an alien companion. The film targets a young audience with an origin story and modest effects. Release delays and limited marketing hurt its visibility. It arrived quietly and left theaters even faster.

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