15 Actors Who Ruined Entire Movies

15. Cameron Diaz was out of place in Gangs of New York

Cameron Diaz felt out of place in this otherwise gripping Scorsese epic, struggling to match the intensity of her co-stars. While she’s normally a solid performer, her casting here just didn’t fit the film’s grand scale. | © Miramax Films

14. Keanu Reeves was unwatchable in Dracula

Keanu Reeves is usually a fan favorite, but his performance in Bram Stoker’s Dracula fell flat and felt disconnected. Even he admits he was off his game, which made his scenes tough to watch in an otherwise stylish film. | © Columbia Pictures

13. Andie McDowell in Four Weddings and a Funeral

Andie McDowell’s role as the beloved love interest in Four Weddings and a Funeral never quite matched the quality of the movie. She struggled with the comedic moments, leaving many to feel a different actress could have brought more spark to the part. | © MGM

12. Ryan Reynolds delivers his worst performance in Green Lantern

Ryan Reynolds tries his best, but no one could save Green Lantern's messy story and ugly visuals, and he jokes openly about his performance to this day. Luckily, fans have forgiven him after watching him shine in the Deadpool trilogy. | © Warner Bros. Pictures

11. Cara Delevingne was terrible lead for Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets

Cara Delevingne’s performance felt awkward, and her chemistry with her co-star was practically zero, overshadowing the beautiful visuals of this movie. With a more fitting lead, Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets might have delivered the mesmerizing sci-fi adventure it promised. | © STX Entertainment

10. Heather Graham ruined From Hell

Heather Graham’s attempt at an Irish accent in From Hell felt forced, which made her scenes distracting. Although she’s proven her talent elsewhere, this part simply didn’t suit her, highlighting how one casting misfire can derail a movie. | © 20th Century Studios

9. Kristen Stewart ruined Snow White and the Huntsman

Kristen Stewart simply wasn't the best choice for Snow White, even though this movie wasn't going to make any huge waves. Although she’s proven her talent in later films like Spencer, her role here felt like a poor match that left audiences underwhelmed. | © Universal Studios

8. Tom Holland was just typecast in Uncharted

Tom Holland played a younger version of himself again, rather than channeling the daring adventurer from the game. It seemed the director leaned into the familiar, letting him and Mark Wahlberg rely on their usual personas instead of nailing the classic characters. | © Sony Pictures Releasing

7. TJ Miller was horrific to see in Deadpool

TJ Miller’s off-screen controversies and awkward performance made his appearances in the Deadpool films harder to watch. Though he later claimed Ryan Reynolds was the reason he wouldn’t return, it seems his distracting presence played a bigger part in the decision. | © Marvel Studios

6. Jeremy Renner is a poor replacement in Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol

Jeremy Renner stepped in with the idea of replacing Tom Cruise, but he couldn’t match the franchise’s established star power. Even though he is a talented actor, it was clear he wasn’t the right fit to fill Ethan Hunt’s shoes. | © Paramount Pictures

5. Ben Affleck ruins the immersion of The Last Duel

Ben Affleck’s star power distracts from the film’s meticulously crafted medieval world, making it hard to stay immersed. Even though his accent and performance are surprisingly solid, it’s tough to ignore the modern-day Affleck in a 14th-century setting. | © 20th Century Studios

4. Beyonce ruined Austin Powers in Goldmember

Beyoncé has undeniable singing talent, but her performance in Austin Powers in Goldmember felt forced and awkward. Although the film itself wasn’t aiming for awards, her role stood out as the biggest weak spot in this otherwise goofy caper. | © New Line Cinema

3. Zendaya was simply boring in Dune: Part Two

Zendaya is typically a captivating presence, but in Dune: Part Two, her performance felt strangely uninterested. Though her role expanded from the first movie, she delivered a flat, expressionless portrayal that left many viewers underwhelmed. | © Warner Bros. Pictures

2. Jared Leto was terrible in Suicide Squad

Jared Leto once delivered strong performances in films like Requiem for a Dream and Dallas Buyers Club, but his take on the Joker felt forced and over-the-top. His extreme method approach overshadowed any genuine menace, leaving viewers cringing. | © Warner Bros. Pictures

1. James Franco ruined every movie

James Franco overshadows any film he’s in, from Spider-Man to Pineapple Express. Rather than adding excitement or depth, he only brings a sense of discomfort that drags each movie down. | © Cleopatra Entertainment