7 Movies to Watch After Ice Cube’s War of the Worlds (That Are So Bad They’re Good)

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Critics’ verdicts are out for Prime Video’s reinterpretation of War of the Worlds, and unfortunately, it’s not receiving favorable remarks. The film has garnered a 0% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with some going as far as labeling the Ice Cube-led screenlife production as one of the worst movies ever made. However, there are others who find the movie amusing, not despite its shortcomings but because of them. War of the Worlds seems to be following in the footsteps of other infamous flops like Plan 9 From Outer Space and Troll 2, potentially becoming a cult classic that’s so bad, it’s good.

In celebration of “War of the Worlds” now being hailed as a cult classic in the realm of B-movies, we’ve compiled a list of films that are so poorly made they become entertaining – though not for the reasons their creators intended. Unlike intentionally cheesy productions like “Sharknado,” these movies were sincere efforts to produce quality cinema, but for one reason or another, they ended up being hilarious failures instead. Here are seven such films that you might find enjoyable after having a good laugh at the latest adaptation of H.G. Wells’ “War of the Worlds.

1) Jaws: The Revenge

In 1987, Universal Pictures aimed to redeem themselves for the poorly received “Jaws 3D” by creating a more intimate Jaws storyline, where the shark harbored a grudge against the Brody family. The film titled “Jaws: The Revenge” seeks to address the intriguing query, “Can sharks seek revenge?”, as a lone great white shark relentlessly pursues a family from New England to the Bahamas with the intention of causing them harm, both physically and emotionally. If this plot summary doesn’t strike you as bizarre enough, be prepared for the movie’s wildly unconventional novelization.

In Jaws: The Revenge, you’ll find all the elements that make a ‘so bad it’s good’ movie enjoyable – thrilling shark encounters, characters referencing scenes from earlier films they weren’t part of, and notable actors like Michael Caine adding an air of credibility to the production.

2) Super Mario Bros.

Back in 1993, I found myself engrossed in a cinematic adventure that left many film enthusiasts scratching their heads – Super Mario Bros.. This motion picture has been notoriously labeled as one of the most disappointing video game adaptations ever made. It flopped so dramatically that Nintendo held off on another Mario movie for three decades!

But let’s be honest, if we were to tell you that this film lacked charm entirely, we’d be spinning a tall tale. With its peculiar blend of elements from Mad Max and Jurassic Park, and only the faintest echoes of the iconic video game, it’s safe to say that Super Mario Bros. was far from the movie fans anticipated.

If you’re able to overlook its flaws, this movie becomes a fun and unique introduction to post-apocalyptic sci-fi or a trippy experience. Plus, with acting icon Dennis Hopper in the role of King Koopa, how could you resist watching it?

3) The Pit

The Pit,” also known as “Teddy” in certain regions, is a 1981 Canadian horror film. The story revolves around a 12-year-old boy named Jamie who stumbles upon a pit in the forest inhabited by tiny creatures he calls Tra-la-logs. Following advice from his talking teddy bear, Teddy, Jamie devises a plan to attract everyone who has wronged him and offer them as food for the Tra-la-logs. It’s also important to note that this young character displays unsettling predatory tendencies.

The Pit can be described as more than just an unusual film; it’s exceptionally unique. If you’re seeking an offbeat late-night viewing experience to accompany some mature leisure activities, then this film is perfectly suited for you.

4) The Happening

Is there any horror villain less intimidating than vegetation? In contrast to being a terrifying spectacle in M. Night Shyamalan’s first R-rated horror film, The Happening, it is also his least frightening production. For a duration of 90 minutes, Mark Wahlberg and Zooey Deschanel frantically dodge as the plants release something into the atmosphere that makes humans want to end their own lives.

As a movie enthusiast, I’d say that despite its flaws, The Happening manages to avoid being truly terrible, thanks to Mark Wahlberg’s standout portrayal. Cast somewhat questionably as a science teacher, Wahlberg brings a thick Boston accent and an amusing knack for spouting off long, intelligent-sounding botany facts that had me in stitches. Add to that the sheer absurdity of plants acting as the antagonists, and The Happening becomes pure comedy gold.

5) Nothing But Trouble

A film penned by Dan Aykroyd, featuring John Candy and Chevy Chase, would theoretically be a surefire success. However, in reality, the movie titled “Nothing But Trouble” turned out to be an utter failure, both in terms of critical acclaim and financial success. The film deliberately tries to offend its viewers, only to provide humor that is so excruciatingly unfunny it elicits laughter more due to its terrible nature than any genuine amusement.

If stories about colossal mutant infants, a terrifying rollercoaster named Mr. Bonestripper, and Dan Aykroyd with an unusually prominent nose appeal to you, then you might enjoy the movie “Nothing But Trouble.

6) Halloween: Resurrection

Following the complex and confusing narrative of “Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers” in 1998, “Halloween: H20” was a refreshing change that revitalized the famous slasher series. However, “Halloween: Resurrection” squandered all the goodwill built by its predecessor. When John Carpenter was finalizing the original “Halloween” – a horror masterpiece officially recognized as significant art by the U.S. Government – he could not have envisioned that 24 years later, Busta Rhymes would be engaging in kung-fu battles with The Shape while exclaiming the notorious line, “Trick or Treat motherf!

Halloween: Resurrection” is, in today’s terms, so bizarre and off-the-wall that it’s intriguing to watch, merely to find out what absurd event occurs next.

7) The Room

As a die-hard movie enthusiast, let me boldly declare that The Room, often hailed as the epitome of so-bad-it’s-good cinema, absolutely lives up to its reputation. This masterpiece by Tommy Wiseau is nothing short of extraordinary, from his eccentric dialogue delivery such as the iconic “I did not hit her, I did naaaht!”, to the peculiar green-screened scenes that were filmed on location, The Room stands alone in a category of its own.

The room, despite being chaotically disorganized, manages to be strangely amusing due to the bizarre choices made by Wiseau. Describing this movie in words alone is nearly impossible, as The Room embodies a film that must be witnessed to be truly understood. We strongly suggest everyone watches it at least once, if only for the notoriously memorable “You’re tearing me apart,” scene.

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2025-08-09 16:13