These movies have earned their place on IMDb’s list of the worst films for various reasons, from poor production and bad acting to offensive humor and incoherent plots. While they may be interesting to watch for their sheer badness, most viewers would likely agree that these films are best avoided if you’re looking for quality entertainment.
Disaster Movie (2008)
IMDb Rating: 2.0/10
Why It’s So Bad: Disaster Movie is a parody that fails to be funny. Critics and audiences alike have slammed it for its crude humor, nonsensical plot, and lack of any redeeming qualities. It’s often cited as a prime example of lazy filmmaking, with jokes that fall flat and references that feel forced [oai_citation:13,7 worst-ranked movies of all time—according to IMDb – Harpers bazaar]
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Superbabies: Baby Geniuses 2 (2004)
IMDb Rating: 1.9/10
Why It’s So Bad: This sequel to Baby Geniuses was universally panned for its absurd plot and terrible acting. It’s a children’s movie that fails to appeal to both kids and adults, offering nothing but a confusing and unfunny experience
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Manos: The Hands of Fate (1966)
IMDb Rating: 1.6/10
Why It’s So Bad: Often considered one of the worst movies ever made, Manos: The Hands of Fate is a horror film with almost no redeeming qualities. It’s infamous for its terrible acting, nonsensical plot, and poor production values, making it a cult classic for all the wrong reasons
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Birdemic: Shock and Terror (2010)
IMDb Rating: 1.7/10
Why It’s So Bad: This low-budget thriller is notorious for its laughable special effects, wooden acting, and a plot that defies logic. Despite its serious environmental message, the film is often viewed as an unintentional comedy due to its sheer incompetence
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The Hottie and the Nottie (2008)
IMDb Rating: 1.9/10
Why It’s So Bad: Starring Paris Hilton, The Hottie and the Nottie is a romantic comedy that misses the mark entirely. It’s criticized for its shallow premise, poor acting, and lack of any genuine humor or romance. The movie’s offensive and clichéd approach to beauty standards also didn’t sit well with audiences
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Saving Christmas (2014)
IMDb Rating: 1.3/10
Why It’s So Bad: Saving Christmas is a holiday film that’s often criticized for being more of a preachy sermon than a movie. Its heavy-handed religious messaging, coupled with a lack of narrative structure and poor production quality, made it a target for widespread derision
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Epic Movie (2007)
IMDb Rating: 2.4/10
Why It’s So Bad: Epic Movie is another failed parody that tries to spoof popular films but ends up being unfunny and offensive. The movie relies heavily on pop culture references, but without clever writing or comedic timing, it’s just a series of disconnected, awkward scenes
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The Love Guru (2008)
IMDb Rating: 2.4/10
Why It’s So Bad: Epic Movie is another failed parody that tries to spoof popular films but ends up being unfunny and offensive. The movie relies heavily on pop culture references, but without clever writing or comedic timing, it’s just a series of disconnected, awkward scenes
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Gigli (2003)
IMDb Rating: 2.5/10
Why It’s So Bad: Starring Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez, Gigli is a romantic crime-comedy that became a cultural punchline. Its confusing plot, lackluster performances, and bizarre dialogue made it a disaster both critically and commercially
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Battlefield Earth (2000)
IMDb Rating: 2.5/10
Why It’s So Bad: Based on the novel by L. Ron Hubbard, Battlefield Earth was intended to be a sci-fi epic but ended up being one of the most mocked films ever. Its over-the-top performances, bizarre camera angles, and incoherent storyline made it an infamous flop
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