Picked from lists on Rotton Tomatoes and the Internet Movie Database, these films are the worst of the worst. The plots are outrageous and the special effects are silly, but some of these movies deserve a watch and are actually hilarious.
"Baby Geniuses" (1999)
An actual baby could have created a better movie than “Baby Geniuses,” which scored a rating of 2.2 out of 10 on IMDB, the Internet Movie Database.
Plot: A twin mix-up foils evil Dr. Kinder’s plot to take over the world.
Why it’s so bad: The babies can talk and have a bit of an attitude. Some of the language is not suitable for young children, the intended audience of the film. The lip syncing of the babies are absolutely horrifying, as well as the script. Skip out on this movie and eat baby food instead.
Memorable Quote: “The night is young, and so am I.”
"Troll" (1986)
This fantasy film holds a rating of 3.6 out of 10 on IMDB.
Plot: In “Troll”, not to be associated with “Troll 2”, a troll creates mayhem in an apartment building while in pursuit of a magical ring. The movie involves a mysterious witch, a troll within the body of innocent girl, and a young boy named Harry Potter Jr.
Why it’s so bad: “Troll” should be avoided if singing trolls do not capture your interest.
Notable performance: Julia Louis-Dreyfus of “Seinfeld” as a tenant turned nymph.
Memorable Quote: “Ratburgers!”
"Nine Lives" (2002)
“Nine Lives” holds the stellar 77th spot on IMDB’s bottom 100 with a rating of 2.2 out of 10.
Plot: Tim’s quiet birthday with friends in a Scottish mansion goes awry when one friend discovers a mystical message in an old book and unleashes an evil spirit on the party. One by one, the guests die off, leaving one strangely unemotional survivor.
Why it’s so bad: This story contains horror, love and Paris Hilton, which should explain why this movie should be avoided.
Memorable Quote: “I have returned”
"Sleepover" (2004)
“Sleepover” is the perfect guilty pleasure flick that includes every teen cliche.
Plot: An incredible sleepover turns a group of junior high nobodies into high school somebodies in the teen comedy, “Sleepover”. After Stacey refuses to “hook up” with her boyfriend, she organizes a scavenger hunt for a lunch spot at the fountain with Julie Corkey (Alexa Vega)’s slumber party.
Why it’s so bad: The film focuses on the possession of a boyfriend and popularity as a means of happiness and success in high school. For example, in order to get into the high school dance without a ticket, Julie basically insults the ticket taker by saying, “You’re out here collecting tickets instead of being inside at the dance. And in 4 years I will be YOU unless I get into that dance.” The ticket taker ignores the insult and encourages her to enter for all those who couldn’t. The advice offered to young teenage girls is probably not something to take into consideration. When Yancy is frustrated with her love life, the other girls tell her to just date boys who like brownies.
Memorable Quote: “Do you know what happens to girls who start high school with no best friend, no guy and low social standing? Nothing, nothing ever happens to them.”
"Troll 2" (1990)
It would not be an exaggeration to say “Troll 2” is one of the best worst movies of all time. There is even a documentary on its popularity titled “Best Worst ”. “Troll 2” is a horror film that does not contain a single troll and at one time held the number one spot on IMDB’s bottom 100 movies of all time.
Plot: A family’s vacation to countryside Nilbog goes terribly wrong when they encounter a gang of human-eating, vegetarian goblins. (After all Nilbog is ‘goblin’ spelled backwards.) Young Joshua does everything he can to prevent the demise of his family including peeing on a hospitable meal, holding a séance, and using a double decker bologna sandwich as a weapon against the goblins. Grandpa Seth assists Joshua with his inexplicable ability to reappear and freeze time.
Why it’s so bad: The acting is comparable to a middle school production, the music is extremely repetitive, and the costumes are ridiculously unreal. “Troll 2” leaves viewers with many unanswered questions about characters and plot. This movie is so terrible it needs to be seen to be believed.
Memorable Quote: “They’re eating her... and then they’re going to eat me... OH MY GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD!”
"Plan 9 from Outer Space" (1958)
“Plan 9” is one of the first worst movies of all time and has been referenced on “Seinfeld”.
Plot: Aliens trying to distract humans from creating a deadly bomb by flying UFOs around an area turn cemetery inhabitants into zombies in this horror film. The occurrences frighten all, including the airline pilot main character.
Why it’s so bad: The special effects are too
revealing. For example, the string holding up the UFO is clearly visible in most shots. The revealing mistakes are more horrifying than the zombies are.
Memorable Quote: “Now toddle off and fly your flying machine.”
"Battlefield Earth: Saga of the Year 3000" (2000)
“Battlefield Earth” has won several awards-- all of them for being the worst in different categories. Most recently, it won the Razzie for worst picture of the decade.
Plot: In “Battlefield Earth”, humans are an endangered species and are doing all they can to fight against the aliens. The film stars John Travolta in his most out-of-this-world role as Teri, the leader of an alien race taking over Earth and its resources.
Why it’s so bad: The special effects are unreal and excessive, and the costumes are almost goofy looking. A flop at the theatres, “Battlefield Earth” will also be a flop in your DVD player.
Memorable Quote: “I am going to make you as happy as a baby Psychlo on a straight diet of kerbango.”
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