30. Basic Instinct 2
Rating: 6%
Basic Instinct 2 is often cited as a prime example of a bad movie sequel. Released in 2006, it served as a follow-up to the highly successful 1992 film Basic Instinct, which had earned a reputation as a steamy and provocative thriller. However, the sequel failed to live up to the expectations of fans and critics alike, and was panned for its poor plot, uninspired acting, and lack of originality.
The acting in Basic Instinct 2 was also subpar. Sharon Stone reprised her role as Catherine Tramell, but her performance lacked the intensity and charisma that made her character so memorable in the original movie. The supporting cast, which included David Morrissey as Tramell’s psychiatrist, failed to deliver convincing performances, further detracting from the movie’s overall quality.
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29. Highlander III: The Sorcerer
Rating: 5%
Highlander III: The Sorcerer is the third installment in the Highlander film franchise, released in 1994. The movie follows Connor MacLeod, the immortal swordsman played by Christopher Lambert, as he faces a new adversary in the form of a powerful sorcerer named Kane, played by Mario Van Peebles.
Despite featuring some impressive sword fights and action sequences, Highlander III received mixed reviews from critics and fans. One of the main criticisms was the film’s convoluted plot, which attempted to retcon elements from the previous film and explain Connor’s origins in more detail. This resulted in a confusing storyline that failed to resonate with audiences.
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28. Return of the Living Dead Part II
Rating: 5%
Despite featuring some of the same characters and themes as its predecessor, the film was widely criticized for its poor writing, lack of originality, and cheap production values. One of the biggest problems with Return of the Living Dead Part II was its weak script. The film recycled many of the same jokes and gags from the first movie, but failed to capture the same level of humor or excitement. The dialogue was often cringe-worthy and the pacing was uneven, leading to a disjointed viewing experience.
Another issue with the film was its low production values. The special effects, makeup, and costumes were often cheap and unconvincing, undermining the film’s attempts at creating a convincing zombie apocalypse.
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27. Major League II
Rating: 5%
Major League II is a 1994 sequel to the hit 1989 sports comedy Major League, and it is widely considered to be a disappointment compared to its predecessor. The film follows the Cleveland Indians baseball team as they struggle through another season, but fails to capture the same humor and excitement as the original. Many of the jokes feel forced and recycled, and the characters lack the same level of depth and development. Overall, Major League II is a lackluster sequel that fails to live up to the charm and wit of the original film — sad.
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26. Troll 2
Rating: 5%
Troll 2 is a 1990 horror-comedy film that is often cited as one of the worst movies ever made. Despite its title, the movie has nothing to do with the original Troll film and features a bizarre plot involving vegetarian goblins who turn humans into plants. The acting is wooden and amateurish, the special effects are laughable, and the dialogue is often nonsensical. The film has become infamous for its unintentionally hilarious scenes and has gained a cult following as a “so bad it’s good” movie. Overall, Troll 2 is a poorly made and absurdly ridiculous film that is best enjoyed as a comedic experience rather than a serious horror movie.
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25. Universal Soldier: The Return
Rating: 5%
Featuring Jean-Claude Van Damme as Luc Deveraux, a former Universal Soldier who is brought back to stop a rogue computer program, Universal Soldier: The Return is a 1999 action film and a sequel to the 1992 film Universal Soldier — and a bad one at that. Despite the presence of Van Damme, the film was widely panned by critics and audiences alike. The plot is weak and uninspired, the action scenes lack the energy and creativity of the original film, and the special effects are dated and unconvincing. Overall, The Return is a forgettable and lackluster sequel that fails to capture the excitement of the original movie.
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24. Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son
Rating: 5%
A 2011 American comedy film, directed by John Whitesell and starring Martin Lawrence, Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son is the third and final installment in the Big Momma’s House film series…and it stinks. The plot of the film revolves around FBI agent Malcolm Turner (Martin Lawrence) and his stepson Trent (Brandon T. Jackson) who go undercover at an all-girls performing arts school to catch a killer. Malcolm disguises himself as an overweight, elderly woman (Big Momma) while Trent poses as a student. The disaster of a film is bogged down by a predictable plot and its reliance on tired stereotypes for its humor.
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23. Big Momma’s House 2
Rating: 5%
Back-to-back flops featuring a big momma. Five years before Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son was released, Big Momma’s House 2 hit the screens. As mentioned in the previous slide, Martin Lawrence plays an FBI agent named Malcolm Turner. Instead of going undercover at an all-girls school, however, Turner goes undercover to protect a family from a group of domestic terrorists. Despite the film being a commercial success, we wouldn’t recommend spending your time watching it.
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22. Atlas Shrugged: Part 2
Rating: 4%
A 2012 American drama film based on Ayn Rand’s novel of the same name, Atlas Shrugged: Part 2 is the second installment in the Atlas Shrugged film series and was directed by John Putch. The film follows the story of Dagny Taggart (Samantha Mathis), a railway executive who is struggling to keep her company afloat in a dystopian America where the government controls everything. As she tries to find a solution to the country’s problems, she encounters a mysterious man named John Galt (Jason Beghe) who seems to hold the key to solving everything. While the premise sounds decent enough, the film didn’t do the novel justice.
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21. Tyler Perry’s Boo 2! A Madea Halloween
Rating: 4%
Have you heard of Tyler Perry’s Boo 2! A Madea Halloween? If so, our apologies. It’s a 2017 American comedy film that Tyler Perry directed, wrote, produced and starred in. The plot follows Madea (Tyler Perry) and her gang of friends as they embark on a road trip to a haunted campground to rescue her niece Tiffany (Diamond White). During their journey, they encounter all sorts of spooky and “hilarious” situations such as zombies, ghosts, and clowns.
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20. Caddyshack II
Rating: 4%
Caddyshack II is directed by Allan Arkush and starring Chevy Chase, Dan Aykroyd, and Jackie Mason. The film is a sequel to the original Caddyshack, but it failed to capture the same magic as its predecessor. In the film, Jack Hartounian, played by Mason, is a successful businessman who purchases a country club with hopes of making it a success. However, he runs into obstacles when the club’s members don’t take kindly to his new ideas. Along the way, he enlists the help of characters played by Chase and Aykroyd, but their comedic efforts fall flat.
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19. Scary Movie V
Rating: 4%
Like its four predecessors, Scary Movie V parodies a handful of films — including Paranormal Activity, Mama, and Black Swan. Unfortunately, the franchise’s fifth entry isn’t nearly as funny as some of the films that came before it. The plot follows a couple, Dan and Jody, played by Simon Rex and Ashley Tisdale, respectively, who discover that their house is haunted after bringing home their newborn baby. Also starring Charlie Sheen, the film fails due to its lazy, unfunny humor and lack of originality.
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18. Mortal Kombat – Annihilation
Rating: 4%
The sequel to the 1995 film Mortal Kombat, Annihilation follows the character of Liu Kang, played by Robin Shou, as he leads a group of Earthrealm warriors on a mission to save their world from the evil Outworld emperor Shao Kahn, who seeks to merge Earthrealm with Outworld and rule both realms. Along the way, the heroes encounter various obstacles and engage in intense martial arts battles against Kahn’s henchmen — including the iconic characters of Sub-Zero and Scorpion. While the story had an opportunity to shine, the film was ultimately lousy due to poor acting, bad SFX, and a weak script.
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17. Speed 2: Cruise Control
Rating: 4%
We are going to let the look on Willem Dafoe’s face do all of the talking here…
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16. The Whole Ten Yards
Rating: 4%
In this sequel to 2000’s The Whole Nine Yards, the audience watches on as hitman Jimmy Tudeski, played by Bruce Willis, and his former neighbor, Oz Oseransky (Matthew Perry) team up to take down a Hungarian mobster who is threatening their lives. Following the events of the first film, Oz and his wife moved to Mexico in order to live a quieter life. Well, Tudeski will have none of that. Before taking on the mobster, Tudeski travels to Mexico and tracks down Oz in order for him to help him accomplish his task. Confusing, boring, and too predictable — a recipe for failure.
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15. Daddy Day Camp
Rating: 1%
Starring Cuba Gooding Jr. as Charlie Hinton, Daddy Day Camp sees Hinton and his friend Phil Ryerson, played by Lochlyn Munro, take over a run-down summer day camp that Charlie attended as a child. The camp is struggling financially and has a reputation for being poorly run, and Charlie and Phil must work together to turn things around before the camp is shut down. Along the way, they face several challenges, including unruly campers and competing with a nearby rival camp. To put it lightly, this is not Gooding Jr.’s finest movie.
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14. Police Academy: Mission to Moscow
Rating: 0%
There is more of this franchise to come. So, brace yourselves. 1994’s Police Academy: Mission to Moscow represents the final entry to the franchise after seven editions. The plot follows the bumbling officers of the Police Academy as they travel to Moscow to help the Russian police force combat organized crime. Led by the series’ protagonist, Commandant Eric Lassard, played by George Gaynes, the group encounters cultural differences and language barriers as they attempt to assist the local police in their investigation. Along the way, they face various challenges, including fighting off Russian criminals and overcoming their own ineptitude.
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13. Police Academy 6: City Under Siege
Rating: 0%
Five years before the franchise mercifully came to a close, Police Academy 6: City Under Siege made its debut. Instead of taking place in Russia, this story is centered in the hometown of the police force viewers had grown to know intimately. As the police officers investigate a series of crimes in their city, including a string of bank robberies and a jewelry heist, they must also deal with a rival police force and their own personal struggles.
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12. Police Academy 5: Assignment Miami Beach
Rating: 0%
Same story, different city. This time around, the police officers head off to Miami for a police convention. While spending time in the sun, the officers attempt to stop a group of jewel thieves who are targeting wealthy vacationers. Are you guys starting to get the point?
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11. The Crow: Wicked Prayer
Rating: 0%
The Crow franchise has a tragic, dark history — one that will be discussed for decades to come. When it comes to the sequel film, The Crow: Wicked Prayer, it is fair to say that it is an abomination. The plot follows ex-con and drug addict Jimmy Cuervo, played by Edward Furlong, who is resurrected by a vengeful Native American spirit to seek revenge on a satanic cult that killed his girlfriend, Lily (Emmanuelle Chriqui). Cuervo, now endowed with the crow’s powers, joins forces with a group of vigilantes and a psychic (Tara Reid) to take down the cult leader.
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10. The Sting II
Rating: 0%
The Sting II, a 1983 crime comedy directed by Jeremy Kagan, was intended as a sequel to the highly successful 1973 film, The Sting. Despite featuring a star-studded cast, which included Teri Garr, Karl Malden, and Jackie Gleason, the movie failed to impress both critics and audiences alike. One of the main reasons for its negative reception was its weak plot, which failed to capture the charm and wit of the original film. The lack of chemistry between the actors and poor execution also contributed to the overall disappointment of the movie. Ultimately, Sting II fell short of its predecessor’s success and was viewed as a subpar sequel.
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9. Atlas Shrugged: Who is John Galt?
Rating: 0%
Yet another franchise with multiple appearances on this list…
If you’ve already seen Atlas Shrugged: Who is John Galt?, you’re likely shuddering at the thought of having to watch it again. The plot follows the dystopian society — created by Ayn Rand in her novel — where society is in decline due to government intervention in the economy. The film focuses on the enigmatic John Galt, who is portrayed as a symbol of individualism and self-reliance in a society that has lost touch with these values. Like others on this list, the film falls flat due to a myriad of issues including poor acting, a weak script, and uneven pacing.
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8. The Gallows Act II
Rating: 0%
While 2015’s The Gallows was decent, 2019’s The Gallows Act II missed the mark. The movie follows a young filmmaker named Auna Rue who becomes obsessed with a cursed play called “The Gallows.” As she delves deeper into the play’s history, she discovers that it is based on real events that took place at a high school in Beatrice, Nebraska. Determined to document her findings, Auna and her friends travel to the abandoned school to shoot their own version of the play, only to discover that the vengeful spirit of a student who died during the original production of the play is still haunting the halls — determined to claim more victims. Sounds decent, is terrible.
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7. The Ring Two
Rating: 0%
The Ring is arguably one of the best horror films of all-time. However, its sequel, The Ring Two, is a dumpster fire. The story picks up six months after the events of the first film and follows the protagonist, Rachel Keller, as she moves to a small Oregon town with her son in hopes of leaving the past behind. However, when a group of teenagers start to die in mysterious circumstances, Rachel realizes that the deadly videotape is still out there and she must protect her son from its curse. Despite featuring a strong performance by Naomi Watts, the film has a convoluted plot and lack of scares compared to its predecessor.
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6. Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol
Rating: 0%
Did you really think we were done with the Police Academy franchise? Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol follows the police officers of the original film as they train a group of civilians to become part of a neighborhood watch program called Citizens On Patrol (COP). As the COP program begins to take shape, a criminal mastermind known as “The Scuzz” starts terrorizing the city, and it’s up to the police and their civilian counterparts to bring him to justice. Some people were fond of this film, but it doesn’t hold a candle to its predecessors.
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5. Highlander II: The Quickening
Rating: 0%
Starring Christopher Lambert and Sean Connery, the original Highlander film from 1986 was pretty decent. While some people may not have loved it due to its corny antics, others loved it for those same moments. Unfortunately, director Russell Mulcahy opted to make a sequel five years later. Highlander II: The Quickening sees Lambert’s Connor MacLeod tasked with preventing the destruction of Earth. Set in 2024, nearly the entire ozone above Earth has dissipated. As a result, MacLeod helps build a shield to protect Earth. Between the time hops, absurd SFX, and brutal performances, Highlander II is unwatchable — even for those who loved the original.
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4. Staying Alive
Rating: 0%
While Saturday Night Fever continues to hold a special place in many hearts, Staying Alive is only remembered for being a horrendous sequel. Directed by Sylvester Stallone, the story picks up several years after the first film and follows the main character, Tony Manero (John Travolta), as he pursues his dream of becoming a professional dancer on Broadway. Along the way, he faces challenges and romantic complications while trying to perfect his craft. The film features a memorable soundtrack by the Bee Gees, but that is its only redeeming quality.
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3. Return to the Blue Lagoon
Rating: 0%
In 1980, Brooke Shields had a memorable performance in The Blue Lagoon. The film wasn’t lauded for its genius, so expectations for 1991’s Return to the Blue Lagoon were low. In this rough sequel, two kids are stranded on an island with an adult — Sarah Hargrave (Lisa Pelikan). Tragically, Sarah soon passes away and the kids are left to fend for themselves. Lilli (Milla Jovovich) and Richard (Brian Krause) grow up on the island and eventually fall in love — typical. Just like the original, this sequel relies on good looks and beautiful scenery to thrive. However, neither of those things can make this film watchable.
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2. Jaws: The Revenge
Rating: 0%
To get an idea of just how absurd this film is, let’s take a look at a tagline from Jaws 4 – The Revenge:
“Chief Brody’s widow believes that her family is deliberately being targeted by another shark in search of revenge.”
You don’t say! A shark is capable of deliberately targeting a family?! WOW! For a franchise that caused millions of people to fear the ocean, this edition of Jaws had people looking for the nearest exit. The only thing that came from this film was bloodier shark attacks.
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1. Superbabies: Baby Geniuses 2
Rating: 0%
I struggle to comprehend how anybody can be entertained by a film centered around talking babies. Beyond that, how the hell could enough people enjoy the original movie that a sequel was green-lit? In Superbabies: Baby Geniuses 2, a group of brilliant toddlers join forces to battle an evil man. That evil man, played by Jon Voight, is a media mogul who is determined to alter the minds of children. How will a group of babies stop a fully-grown man from accomplishing his sinister goal? I don’t care to find out, and neither should you. There is a reason why this film has a 0% on Rotten Tomatoes.
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