1. Pixels 2015，IMDB Rating: 5.6, IMDB Votes: 161490, ID: 2120120 Photo by gameblast.com.br, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 Pixels is a film that squanders its promising premise with poor execution. Despite a few laughs and some decent special effects, the movie’s lazy acting and uninspired writing make it a disappointment. It’s a missed opportunity that lands it among the most dreadful movies in cinema history.
2. Jack and Jill 2011，IMDB Rating: 3.3, IMDB Votes: 91078, ID: 0810913 Photo by dangerouslee.biz, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 Jack and Jill is a comedy that misses the mark on almost every level. Adam Sandler’s dual role as both Jack and his obnoxious twin sister Jill is grating and unfunny, despite a surprisingly committed performance from Al Pacino. The film’s poor character development and uninspired writing make it a painful watch, earning it a spot among the most dreadful movies in cinema history.
3. Birdemic: Shock and Terror 2010，IMDB Rating: 1.7, IMDB Votes: 25647, ID: 1316037 Photo by skiffyandfanty.com, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 Birdemic: Shock and Terror is a film that is so bad, it’s almost good. The movie’s laughable special effects, wooden acting, and nonsensical plot make it a cult classic for fans of terrible cinema. Its earnest attempt at delivering a message about environmentalism only adds to its charm.
4. Suicide Squad 2016，IMDB Rating: 5.9, IMDB Votes: 726598, ID: 1386697 Photo by pursuit.unimelb.edu.au, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 Suicide Squad is a film that tries to be fun but ultimately falls flat. The movie’s muddled plot, thinly written characters, and choppy directing make it a frustrating watch. Despite a talented cast, it fails to deliver, earning its place among the most dreadful movies in cinema history.
5. Howard the Duck 1986，IMDB Rating: 4.7, IMDB Votes: 51253, ID: 0091225 Photo by Wikipedia, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 Howard the Duck is a notorious flop that has gained a cult following for its sheer absurdity. The story of a humanoid duck from another planet who ends up in Cleveland is as ridiculous as it sounds. Despite its poor special effects and uneven tone, the film’s campy charm and bizarre humor make it a guilty pleasure for fans of ‘so bad it’s good’ movies.
6. The Room 2003，IMDB Rating: 3.6, IMDB Votes: 95737, ID: 0368226 Photo by en.wikipedia.org, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 The Room is the epitome of ‘so bad it’s good’ cinema. Tommy Wiseau’s misguided masterpiece is filled with awkward dialogue, bizarre plot twists, and laughably bad acting. Despite its numerous flaws, the film’s earnestness and unintentional humor have made it a cult classic, beloved by fans for its sheer entertainment value.
7. Showgirls 1995，IMDB Rating: 5.1, IMDB Votes: 75581, ID: 0114436 Photo by companyfolders.com, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 Showgirls is a dazzling disaster that revels in its own excess. The film’s over-the-top performances, particularly by Elizabeth Berkley, and its garish depiction of Las Vegas showbiz make it a camp classic. Despite its many flaws, including a convoluted plot and questionable dialogue, Showgirls has a certain charm that makes it entertainingly bad. It’s a guilty pleasure that offers a unique blend of satire and sensationalism.
8. Battlefield Earth 2000，IMDB Rating: 2.5, IMDB Votes: 83569, ID: 0185183 Photo by wikipedia.org, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 Battlefield Earth is a sci-fi catastrophe that fails on almost every level. The film’s poor special effects, wooden acting, and nonsensical plot make it a painful viewing experience. John Travolta’s over-the-top performance as the villain Terl is both laughable and cringe-worthy. Despite its ambition, Battlefield Earth is a prime example of how not to make a movie.
9. Glen or Glenda 1953，IMDB Rating: 4.2, IMDB Votes: 9255, ID: 0045826 Photo by Wikipedia, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 Glen or Glenda is a bizarre and earnest exploration of gender identity that is both ahead of its time and hopelessly dated. Ed Wood’s personal connection to the material is evident, but the film’s disjointed narrative and amateurish production make it a challenging watch. Despite its many flaws, Glen or Glenda has a certain charm and sincerity that make it a fascinating piece of cinematic history.
10. Plan 9 from Outer Space (1959) 2021，IMDB Rating: 0.0, IMDB Votes: 0, ID: 14616762 Photo by Wikipedia, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 Plan 9 from Outer Space is the epitome of so-bad-it’s-good cinema. Ed Wood’s infamous sci-fi horror film is filled with laughable special effects, wooden acting, and a nonsensical plot. Despite its many shortcomings, the film has a certain charm and has become a cult classic. It’s a must-watch for fans of campy, low-budget movies.
11. Troll 2 1990，IMDB Rating: 3.0, IMDB Votes: 34928, ID: 0105643 Photo by reelscary.com, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 Troll 2 is a hilariously awful film that has earned its place as one of the worst movies ever made. The film’s nonsensical plot, terrible acting, and laughable special effects make it a prime example of so-bad-it’s-good cinema. Despite its many flaws, Troll 2 is an entertaining watch that has gained a cult following for its sheer absurdity.
12. The Love Guru 2008，IMDB Rating: 3.8, IMDB Votes: 55244, ID: 0811138 Photo by flickr.com, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 Mike Myers’ ‘The Love Guru’ is a chaotic blend of crude humor and cultural insensitivity that fails to deliver genuine laughs. The film’s attempt to parody self-help gurus falls flat, with a disjointed plot and over-the-top performances. Despite a few amusing moments, the film’s reliance on gross-out gags and stereotypes makes it one of the most dreadful comedies in recent memory.
13. Gigli 2003，IMDB Rating: 2.6, IMDB Votes: 51051, ID: 0299930 Photo by flickr.com, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez’s ‘Gigli’ is a cinematic disaster that lacks chemistry and coherence. The film’s bizarre plot and awkward dialogue make it a painful watch, despite the star power of its leads. ‘Gigli’ is a prime example of how even talented actors can be dragged down by a poorly written script.
14. Catwoman 2004，IMDB Rating: 3.4, IMDB Votes: 126626, ID: 0327554 Photo by Wikipedia, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 Halle Berry’s ‘Catwoman’ is a visually appealing but ultimately hollow superhero film. The movie’s weak plot and lackluster action sequences fail to do justice to the iconic character. Despite Berry’s best efforts, ‘Catwoman’ is a forgettable entry in the superhero genre, marred by poor writing and direction.
15. The Happening 2008，IMDB Rating: 5.0, IMDB Votes: 217871, ID: 0949731 Photo by annotatedbloggerbeware.shoutwiki.com, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 M. Night Shyamalan’s ‘The Happening’ is an unintentionally hilarious thriller that misses the mark. The film’s absurd premise and wooden performances make it difficult to take seriously. While it has a few moments of suspense, ‘The Happening’ ultimately falls flat as a horror film.
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