Let’s look at some movies that audiences and critics didn’t like. These movies are so bad that Rotten Tomatoes gave them a perfect 0% rating. They don’t have good plots, lousy execution, and iffy choices, so they got that score, unsurprisingly.
1. Staying Alive (1983)
This new version of Staying Alive features more dance and theatrical elements. This movie was a sequel to the famous Saturday Night Fever, but it couldn’t match the magic of the first one. Critics didn’t like the way the story went or how interesting the characters were. It kept the energy of the disco era, but it didn’t have the spark that made its predecessor a classic. Because of this, Rotten Tomatoes gave it a terrible 0% grade.
2. Jaws: The Revenge (1987)
For its third part, Jaws: The Revenge, the wildly successful Jaws horror series plunges headfirst into farce. This movie attempts to rekindle the terror of the original but is weighed down by a convoluted plot and questionable premise.
The concept of a vengeful shark hunting down the Brody family is met with disbelief and unintentional humor. Lackluster execution and a far-fetched storyline contributed to its score of 0% on Rotten Tomatoes.
3. The Ridiculous 6 (2015)
The comedy The Ridiculous 6 was panned by reviewers. Despite a star-studded cast, including Adam Sandler, the film struggled to deliver consistent humor. The plot, revolving around a group of outlaws seeking revenge, fell flat due to weak jokes and tired stereotypes. The film’s attempts at satire often felt forced, leading to its unanimous 0% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
4. Mac and Me (1988)
Family-friendly Mac and Me has some unintentionally funny moments. Intended as an E.T.-esque tale, the film lacked originality, poor special effects, and questionable product placements. Critics noted its blatant commercialism and inconsistent storytelling, resulting in a score of 0% on Rotten Tomatoes.
5. Gotti (2018)
The biography of notorious crime boss John Gotti is dramatized in Gotti, starring John Travolta. Despite the compelling real-life story, the film struggles with disjointed storytelling and a lack of character development.
Critics found it difficult to engage with the narrative, leading to its 0% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Despite the efforts of its cast, Gotti fails to deliver a satisfying portrayal of its subject.
6. Problem Child (1990)
The comic Problem Child examines the difficulties of parenthood. The film revolves around a mischievous young boy named Junior, whose antics test the patience of his adoptive parents. Despite a promising concept, critics found humor often tasteless and crude. The film’s attempts to balance heartwarming moments with irreverent jokes fell short, contributing to its 0% score on Rotten Tomatoes.
7. Madhouse (1974)
Madhouse enters the horror genre with a storyline centered around a horror actor who is tormented by bizarre murders linked to his films. Despite its intriguing premise, the film struggles with lackluster execution, weak character development, and pacing issues. Critics found the scares to be unconvincing, resulting in a 0% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
8. Return to the Blue Lagoon (1991)
Return to the Blue Lagoon attempts to recapture its predecessor’s romantic adventure. However, the film falls short due to its contrived plot, wooden performances, and lack of chemistry between the lead actors. Critics felt that it failed to capture the charm of the original, leading to its 0% score on Rotten Tomatoes.
9. Look Who’s Talking Now (1993)
The Look Who’s Talking Now sequel Look Who’s Talking Now adds a new dynamic to the Look Who’s Talking series by giving a voice to the family’s pets. Despite adding talking animals, the film struggles with an overly simplistic storyline and a lack of originality. The humor fails to hit the mark, and critics found the concept worn thin, contributing to its 0% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
10. Shadow Conspiracy (1997)
While attempting to be a political thriller, Shadow Conspiracy fails miserably due to its confusing narrative and uninspired execution. The film centers around a conspiracy to control the U.S. government, but the story lacks tension and fails to engage viewers. Despite a notable cast, including Charlie Sheen, the film’s underwhelming narrative led to its 0% score on Rotten Tomatoes.
11. Wagons East (1994)
Wagons East attempts to blend comedy and adventure as a group of pioneers embarks on a journey to the Wild West. Despite the potential for humor in its premise, the film struggles with stale jokes and lackluster performances. Critics found the comedy to be forced and the pacing uneven, contributing to its 0% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
12. Highlander II: The Quickening (1991)
As the story of Highlander II: The Quickening progresses, we join the immortal warrior Connor MacLeod in a dystopian future. However, this sequel fails to capture the original’s magic, suffering from a convoluted plot, poor special effects, and questionable narrative choices. The film’s departure from the beloved first part led to its disappointing 0% score on Rotten Tomatoes.
13. The Thing With Two Heads (1972)
The idea of The Thing With Two Heads is outlandish, straddling the line between science fiction and horror: the head of a dying racist is surgically attached to the body of an executioner. The film’s execution is marred by awkward performances and a tone fluctuating between campy and serious. Critics found the film’s concept absurd and its execution lacking, resulting in its 0% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
14. Roller Boogie (1979)
The goal of Roller Boogie is to memorialize the late ’70s fad for roller skating to disco music. However, the film struggles to deliver a coherent storyline and engaging characters. Despite featuring roller skating sequences, the film’s lack of substance and weak plot hindered its potential. Critics found connecting with the film’s narrative difficult, leading to its 0% score on Rotten Tomatoes.
15. The Nutcracker in 3D (2011)
The Nutcracker in 3D attempts to reimagine the classic holiday tale with a modern twist. Unfortunately, the film’s departure from the source material, odd artistic choices, and uneven pacing left audiences and critics alike puzzled. The film’s deviations from the beloved story and lack of emotional resonance resulted in its 0% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
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