1. George Clooney as Batman in Batman & Robin (1997)
George Clooney is a talented actor, but his portrayal of Batman was widely criticized for lacking the dark, brooding intensity the character demands.
2. Sofia Coppola as Mary Corleone in The Godfather Part III (1990)
Sofia Coppola is an accomplished director, but her performance as Mary Corleone was seen as wooden and uninspired
3. Keanu Reeves as Jonathan Harker in Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992)
Keanu Reeves is a beloved actor, but his attempt at an English accent in Bram Stoker's Dracula was widely panned.
4. John Wayne as Genghis Khan in The Conqueror (1956)
One of the most notorious casting decisions ever, John Wayne, an iconic American cowboy, was cast as the Mongolian warlord Genghis Khan.
5. Tom Cruise as Jack Reacher in Jack Reacher (2012)
Tom Cruise is a major box office draw, but fans of the Jack Reacher novels were disappointed by his casting. The character in the books is described as a towering,
6. Vince Vaughn as Norman Bates in Psycho (1998)
The 1998 remake of Psycho is often criticized for being unnecessary, and Vince Vaughn’s portrayal of Norman Bates was a major reason why
7. Cameron Diaz as Jenny Everdeane in Gangs of New York (2002)
Cameron Diaz is known for her comedic roles, but her turn as the pickpocket Jenny Everdeane in Gangs of New York felt out of place.
8. Mischa Barton as Molly in St. Trinian’s (2007)
Mischa Barton was a rising star when she was cast in St. Trinian’s, but her portrayal of the rebellious Molly was widely considered unconvincing.
9. Russell Crowe as Javert in Les Misérables (2012)
Russell Crowe is a strong actor, but his singing ability didn’t quite measure up to the demands of the role of Javert in Les Misérables
13. Ben Affleck as Daredevil in Daredevil (2003)
Before his redemption as Batman, Ben Affleck’s turn as the blind superhero Daredevil was panned for its lackluster performance.