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Some movies are so spectacularly awful they become legendary for all the wrong reasons. These 40 cinematic disasters prove that even with big budgets, famous actors, and major studios behind them, things can go hilariously, catastrophically wrong. From the nightmare-inducing "Cats" to the baffling "Madame Web," these films have earned their place in the hall of shame through wooden acting, ridiculous plots, and special effects that make you wonder what everyone was thinking. The strange thing is, many of these movies are actually entertaining – just not in the way their creators intended. Sometimes you need a good bad movie to remind you why the great ones are so special.

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#1

Cats, 2019

Man in a fur costume smiling through a wooden window frame in a scene from one of the worst movies of all time.

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4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The buttho!e controversy...!

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    Battlefield Earth, 2000

    Actor in a sci-fi scene from one of the worst movies, highlighting the hall of shame for bad films.

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    Final score:
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    #3

    Jack And Jill, 2011

    Two people talking in an airport with multiple colorful suitcases highlighting the worst movies of all time theme.

    Sony Pictures Report

    Final score:
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    Miss Tinker
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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Two Adam Sandlers was always going to end badly.

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    #4

    The Emoji Movie, 2017

    Animated yellow emoji character with blonde hair and blue eyes posing in a colorful scene from worst movies list.

    Sony Pictures Animation Report

    Final score:
    12points
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    Lene
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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, my kids LOOOOVE this movie!

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    #5

    Kirk Cameron's Saving Christmas, 2014

    Man in a gray cardigan with a surprised expression dancing awkwardly among a crowd, illustrating worst movies of all time.

    Camfam Studios Report

    Final score:
    11points
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    Gordon
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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can't even laugh hard enough to express the stupidity of this movie !

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    #6

    Son Of The Mask, 2005

    Scene from a worst movies film featuring a man with green face paint and a woman in a dimly lit setting.

    New Line Cinema Report

    Final score:
    11points
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    #7

    Dragonball Evolution, 2009

    Young man in casual clothes holding a bag and staff amid ruined wooden structures in worst movies of all time scene

    20th century studios Report

    Final score:
    10points
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    #8

    Going Overboard, 1989

    Two men in sailor outfits, one laughing and the other smiling, from one of the worst movies of all time.

    L.A. Dreams Productions Report

    Final score:
    10points
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    #9

    From Justin To Kelly, 2003

    Two young people on a boat with a waterfront backdrop, representing scenes from worst movies of all time.

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    Final score:
    10points
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    #10

    Catwoman, 2004

    Actress with short hair smiling in a dimly lit scene from one of the worst movies of all time.

    Warner Bros. Report

    Final score:
    10points
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    #11

    Police Academy: Mission To Moscow, 1994

    Two police officers in uniform and hats, engaged in conversation, from one of the worst movies of all time.

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    Final score:
    10points
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    Gordon
    Gordon
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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I dunno...I'm on the fence about this...The Police Academy movies were funny as he!! in the 80's

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    #12

    Disaster Movie, 2008

    Two women in a gritty warehouse scene from one of the worst movies, one wearing a striped dress and the other with a fake pregnancy belly.

    Lionsgate Films Report

    Final score:
    9points
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    Nin Han
    Nin Han
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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But... these movies aren't even trying to be award winning...

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    #13

    Gigli, 2003

    Man sitting in a car at night with a serious face, representing scenes from worst movies of all time.

    Revolution Studios Report

    Final score:
    9points
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    #14

    Santa Claus Conquers The Martians, 1964

    Close-up of a smiling Santa Claus with glasses and a white beard featured in the worst movies of all time list.

    STUDIOCANAL Report

    Final score:
    9points
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    Tim Steil
    Tim Steil
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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No way man. This is a classic!

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    #15

    Madame Web, 2024

    Woman in a paramedic uniform standing outdoors, representing a scene from one of the worst movies of all time.

    Sony Pictures Report

    Final score:
    9points
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    Nova Rook
    Nova Rook
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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The only Marvel movie I skipped.

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    #16

    Date Movie, 2006

    Actress in a floral pajama top standing in a cozy living room scene from one of the worst movies of all time.

    20th Century Fox Report

    Final score:
    8points
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    Nova Rook
    Nova Rook
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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is the worst ranked one I've seen so far. This was pretty lame but not on my worst movies list.

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    #17

    Baby Geniuses, 1999

    Three people standing outside a house looking concerned, scene from one of the worst movies of all time.

    TriStar Pictures Report

    Final score:
    8points
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    #18

    Cosmic Sin, 2021

    Actor in futuristic armor with intense expression, representing some of the worst movies in the hall of shame list.

    Paramount Pictures Report

    Final score:
    8points
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    #19

    The Open House, 2018

    Young man wearing glasses and a hoodie talking inside a store, representing worst movies of all time scenes.

    Netflix Report

    Final score:
    8points
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    #20

    The Room, 2003

    Scene from one of the worst movies of all time featuring a man with long dark hair inside a house near a blonde woman.

    Wiseau-Films Report

    Final score:
    8points
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    #21

    Batman & Robin, 1997

    Batman character in a dark costume with a serious expression, featured in the worst movies of all time list.

    Warner Bros. Report

    Final score:
    8points
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    Danger Muppet
    Danger Muppet
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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is this the one where they have nipples on latex suits? 😆

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    #22

    Radhe, 2021

    Man wearing sunglasses and a bandana stands confidently in front of a crowd in a scene from worst movies of all time.

    Zee Studios Report

    Final score:
    7points
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    #23

    365 Days: This Day, 2022

    Woman wearing large black sunglasses and red top, looking outdoors with a thoughtful expression related to worst movies.

    Netflix Report

    Final score:
    7points
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    #24

    Rollerball, 2002

    Close-up of a man with a mustache and intense expression in a dark scene representing worst movies of all time.

    MGM Studios Report

    Final score:
    7points
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    #25

    Student Of The Year 2, 2019

    Two young men facing each other in a tense conversation, representing scenes from worst movies of all time.

    Fox STAR Studios Report

    Final score:
    7points
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    #26

    The Starving Games, 2013

    Woman in blue dress looking serious beside a person in elaborate pink costume representing worst movies of all time.

    Louisiana Production Consultants Report

    Final score:
    7points
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    Saphyre Fyre
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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I LOVED this movie! I seriously lmao. I also love The Hungover Games.

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    #27

    The Swarm, 1978

    Two men in serious discussion, one in a military uniform, representing scenes from worst movies of all time.

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    Final score:
    7points
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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a fabulous 70’s disaster movie

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    #28

    Alone In The Dark, 2005

    Man in a black jacket with a serious expression in a scene from one of the worst movies of all time.

    Lionsgate Films Report

    Final score:
    6points
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    Bianca
    Bianca
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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ooh, I liked that movie...and the game

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    #29

    Hobgoblins, 1988

    Man in security jacket speaking into a walkie-talkie in a dim hallway, related to worst movies of all time

    Rick Sloane Productions Report

    Final score:
    6points
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    #30

    Troll 2, 1990

    Close-up of a woman with blonde hair, expressing concern in a scene from one of the worst movies of all time.

    Filmirage Report

    Final score:
    6points
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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also a movie that is so bad its good.

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    #31

    Slender Man, 2018

    Woman with long curly hair stands in a dark forest clearing near a tombstone, evoking scenes from worst movies of all time.

    Sony Pictures Report

    Final score:
    6points
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    #32

    Liger, 2022

    Actor in cowboy hat and western shirt stands in front of truck, scene representing worst movies from the hall of shame.

    Dharma Productions Report

    Final score:
    6points
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    #33

    Glitter, 2001

    Actress Mariah Carey in a scene from one of the worst movies of all time, showing a subtle smile in a dimly lit setting.

    20th Century Studios Report

    Final score:
    5points
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    #34

    Left Behind, 2014

    Man in sunglasses and pilot uniform standing outdoors, representing themes of worst movies in cinematic history.

    Stoney Lake Entertainment Report

    Final score:
    5points
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    #35

    Who's Your Caddy?, 2017

    Actor in a yellow and green jacket making a grimacing face in a scene from one of the worst movies of all time.

    The Weinstein Company and Dimension Films Report

    Final score:
    5points
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    #36

    Kazaam, 1996

    Actor in a dramatic scene from one of the worst movies, representing the hall of shame in film history.

    Touchstone Pictures. Report

    Final score:
    5points
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    Sarah Matsoukis
    Sarah Matsoukis
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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember being entertained enough as a kid

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    #37

    Swept Away, 2002

    Woman making a disgusted face while sitting at a table, representing worst movies in the hall of shame list.

    Sony Pictures Report

    Final score:
    5points
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    #38

    Glen Or Glenda, 1953

    Man in vintage suit sitting thoughtfully in a study, representing the worst movies of all time theme.

    Edward Davis Wood Jr. Report

    Final score:
    4points
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    #39

    Super Mario Bros., 1993

    Two men in colorful costumes and rollerblades giving a high five in a dimly lit scene from worst movies of all time.

    Nintendo Report

    Final score:
    4points
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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Leave this movie out of this list! Its a Classic!

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    #40

    Steel, 1997

    Scene from one of the worst movies of all time showing two characters in a tense conversation indoors.

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    Final score:
    3points
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