In Hollywood, not every role is a triumph. Even some of the most celebrated actors have had experiences with roles that they would rather forget. These roles, often chosen with high hopes, sometimes turn into regrets due to various factors such as poor reception, personal dissatisfaction, or misaligned expectations. The experiences have shaped their perspectives and influenced their choices in future projects, serving as a reminder that even the most celebrated actors face setbacks and regrets in their careers. Here’s a look at ten actors who have publicly expressed their reluctance to revisit certain roles and why these experiences left a sour taste.

Jim Carrey – The Number 23 (2007)

Jim Carrey, known for his comedic brilliance, ventured into darker territory with “The Number 23,” a psychological thriller that delved into obsession and madness. Carrey has since admitted that he found the role and the film’s grim tone challenging. He felt that the film didn’t turn out as well as he hoped, and the intense nature of the role made him uneasy. The experience left him hesitant about revisiting such dark material.

Matthew McConaughey – Sahara (2005)

Matthew McConaughey’s adventure film “Sahara” was intended to be a thrilling ride but ended up being a commercial disappointment. McConaughey himself has expressed regret over the film, citing that it didn’t live up to his expectations. He felt that the film failed to deliver the excitement and adventure it promised, and its lackluster reception made him wary of similar projects in the future.

Eddie Murphy – Norbit (2007)

Eddie Murphy took on multiple roles in the comedy “Norbit,” but the film was panned by critics and didn’t perform well at the box office. Murphy has openly criticized the film, stating that it didn’t meet his standards and was a misstep in his career. Despite his willingness to experiment with different roles, he has reflected negatively on this particular project.

Harrison Ford – Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (2008)

Harrison Ford’s return as Indiana Jones in “Kingdom of the Crystal Skull” was highly anticipated, but the film failed to capture the magic of the original trilogy. Ford himself has been candid about his dissatisfaction, noting that the film’s storyline and execution fell short of the classic films that established the franchise. His discontent with the film has made him reluctant to revisit the character.

George Clooney – Batman & Robin (1997)

George Clooney’s stint as Batman in “Batman & Robin” is often remembered for its campy tone and the infamous Bat-nipples on the costume. Clooney has been particularly vocal about his regret, calling the film a misstep and joking about its less-than-stellar reception. He views this role as a low point in his career and has expressed a clear reluctance to revisit it.

Robert De Niro – The Big Wedding (2013)

In the ensemble comedy “The Big Wedding,” Robert De Niro played a role that he later felt did not showcase his talents effectively. De Niro has expressed disappointment with the film, which he felt was not a highlight of his career. The film’s poor reception contributed to his regret over participating in it.

John Travolta – Battlefield Earth (2000)

John Travolta’s involvement in “Battlefield Earth,” based on a novel by L. Ron Hubbard, is often cited as a major career misstep. The film was a critical and commercial failure, and Travolta himself has been open about his disappointment. He has admitted that the film did not meet his expectations and has become a notorious example of a role gone wrong.

Julia Roberts – Eat Pray Love (2010)

Julia Roberts starred in the adaptation of Elizabeth Gilbert’s memoir “Eat Pray Love,” but the film didn’t resonate as strongly as the book. Roberts has expressed mixed feelings about the film, noting that it didn’t capture the depth of the memoir and was somewhat disappointing in its execution. Despite her performance, the film’s reception left her hesitant about similar projects.

Arnold Schwarzenegger – The Last Stand (2013)

Arnold Schwarzenegger’s return to action films with “The Last Stand” was intended to reignite his career in the genre, but the film didn’t meet expectations. Schwarzenegger has been critical of the film, feeling it didn’t live up to his previous successes and didn’t deliver the excitement he had hoped for.

Tom Cruise – The Mummy (2017)

Tom Cruise’s “The Mummy” was meant to kick off a new shared universe of classic monsters, but the film fell flat both critically and commercially. Cruise has admitted disappointment with the project, noting that it failed to achieve the success he envisioned and did not live up to the potential of the franchise reboot.