Super-heroic Feats
by mevansdesign | created - 05 May 2013 | updated - 12 Aug 2014 | PublicAction packed superhero films. These great cinematic films meet criteria of exceptional: sound, direction, acting, story, special effects, and lighting.
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1. The Dark Knight (2008)
PG-13 | 152 min | Action, Crime, Drama
When the menace known as the Joker wreaks havoc and chaos on the people of Gotham, Batman must accept one of the greatest psychological and physical tests of his ability to fight injustice.
Director: Christopher Nolan | Stars: Christian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Michael Caine
Votes: 2,872,431 | Gross: $534.86M
Rated #1 by fans and critics a like. Everyone who has seen it will remember Heath Ledger's greatest and last performance. The best of the Christopher Nolan trilogy this Caped Crusader comes in first for exceptional cast, notable shots/lighting, and soundtrack that keeps you on the edge of your seat.
2. Man of Steel (2013)
PG-13 | 143 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
An alien child is evacuated from his dying world and sent to Earth to live among humans. His peace is threatened when other survivors of his home planet invade Earth.
Director: Zack Snyder | Stars: Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Michael Shannon, Diane Lane
Votes: 812,151 | Gross: $291.05M
This is by far the most amazing portrayal of a large scale super hero movie. The enormous amount of cg destruction alone was breathtakingly real. With harsh, yet real writing and a solid cast of actors. Man of Steel brings superman out of the 90's and back into the lime-light.
3. The Amazing Spider-Man (2012)
PG-13 | 136 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
After Peter Parker is bitten by a genetically altered spider, he gains newfound, spider-like powers and ventures out to save the city from the machinations of a mysterious reptilian foe.
Director: Marc Webb | Stars: Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone, Rhys Ifans, Irrfan Khan
Votes: 702,692 | Gross: $262.03M
Certainly the most prestigious of any of the previous "Spider-Men" movies, this comic book reboot is one of the finer points of the Marvel Cinematic universe. With dynamic action, cg, acting, and lighting this is a top notch film that's hard to beat.
4. The Avengers (2012)
PG-13 | 143 min | Action, Sci-Fi
Earth's mightiest heroes must come together and learn to fight as a team if they are going to stop the mischievous Loki and his alien army from enslaving humanity.
Director: Joss Whedon | Stars: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner
Votes: 1,459,913 | Gross: $623.28M
This unprecedented event marks a new age in the hero genre. Uniting four big box office hitters into one giant movie, this is to be Joss Whedon's career making masterpiece and possibly a classic movie moment in time.
5. Guardians of the Galaxy (2014)
PG-13 | 121 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy
A group of intergalactic criminals must pull together to stop a fanatical warrior with plans to purge the universe.
Director: James Gunn | Stars: Chris Pratt, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Zoe Saldana
Votes: 1,273,902 | Gross: $333.18M
Arguably one of the best movies marvel has put since Avengers. This movie gives Comic nerds everywhere the depth of lore they've been waiting for while still maintaining the action and comedy necessary for a family film. The CGI team was top notch coming in and the results speak for themselves.
6. Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014)
PG-13 | 136 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
As Steve Rogers struggles to embrace his role in the modern world, he teams up with a fellow Avenger and S.H.I.E.L.D agent, Black Widow, to battle a new threat from history: an assassin known as the Winter Soldier.
Directors: Anthony Russo, Joe Russo | Stars: Chris Evans, Samuel L. Jackson, Scarlett Johansson, Robert Redford
Votes: 899,545 | Gross: $259.77M
I'm not sure why it's called Winter Soldier, when the Winter Soldier only has 30 minutes of screen time. Wonderfully written, acted, & directed. I don't like the lack of backstory, but it was a really good movie.
7. The Dark Knight Rises (2012)
PG-13 | 164 min | Action, Drama, Thriller
Eight years after the Joker's reign of chaos, Batman is coerced out of exile with the assistance of the mysterious Selina Kyle in order to defend Gotham City from the vicious guerrilla terrorist Bane.
Director: Christopher Nolan | Stars: Christian Bale, Tom Hardy, Anne Hathaway, Gary Oldman
Votes: 1,828,501 | Gross: $448.14M
Finishing off the Nolan Trilogy this part 3 award-winning film takes a hard fought 6th place. With it's great direction and powerful story, it lacks in female acting(catwoman/talia) and a main villain(Bain), although the addition of Talia was good, it was too little too late.
8. Iron Man (2008)
PG-13 | 126 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
After being held captive in an Afghan cave, billionaire engineer Tony Stark creates a unique weaponized suit of armor to fight evil.
Director: Jon Favreau | Stars: Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Terrence Howard, Jeff Bridges
Votes: 1,125,439 | Gross: $318.41M
This icon of a film was what brought Iron man out of the comics and into being a house-hold name. Setting up the Marvel Cinematic universe this solid caste of players set up a dynamic film. With solid acting from Robert Downey Jr. and Gwenneth Paltrow, it lacks in some areas. Like an apparently replaceable co-actor and a semi-forgettable villain. After watching the movie a couple of times I couldn't tell you the main villain's name...
9. X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014)
PG-13 | 132 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
The X-Men send Wolverine to the past in a desperate effort to change history and prevent an event that results in doom for both humans and mutants.
Director: Bryan Singer | Stars: Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellen, Hugh Jackman, James McAvoy
Votes: 745,493 | Gross: $233.92M
This movie is the best X-men film that Marvel has put out yet. That being said the X-men franchise in general has been a major disappointment compared to the other Marvel Cinematics. Hopefully we will finally see X-men joining the rest of the Marvel Universe, but this still wasn't enough to redeem itself compared to the rest of the Marvel Cinematics.
10. The Incredible Hulk (2008)
PG-13 | 112 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
Bruce Banner, a scientist on the run from the U.S. Government, must find a cure for the monster he turns into whenever he loses his temper.
Director: Louis Leterrier | Stars: Edward Norton, Liv Tyler, Tim Roth, William Hurt
Votes: 523,724 | Gross: $134.52M
By far the most action packed Hulk movie we've seen this Pre-Avengers warm-up movie makes its move big, Hulk Style. Taking a more comic-true approach this Hulk is a big hitter in terms of acting, lighting, and cg animation. [RIP Edward Norton]
11. TMNT (2007)
PG | 87 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
When the world is threatened by an ancient evil, the Ninja Turtles must reunite and overcome their faults in order to stand against it.
Director: Kevin Munroe | Stars: Patrick Stewart, Mako, Chris Evans, Sarah Michelle Gellar
Votes: 69,264 | Gross: $54.15M
For those of you thinking this is just a kids movie... well you'd be wrong. This comic book classic finally finds the action sequences it deserves; leaving fans and critics satisfied. This CG re-boot builds on classic TMNT film lore giving a tasteful look at each turtles story, personality, and fighting style.
12. Batman Begins (2005)
PG-13 | 140 min | Action, Crime, Drama
After witnessing his parents' death, Bruce learns the art of fighting to confront injustice. When he returns to Gotham as Batman, he must stop a secret society that intends to destroy the city.
Director: Christopher Nolan | Stars: Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Ken Watanabe, Liam Neeson
Votes: 1,579,379 | Gross: $206.85M
The first bit of flair we have seen from DC Comics into the film franchise in some time. Setting the dark feel of the Nolan trilogy, this film is a masterpiece that is worthy to stand in any film collection.
13. Dredd (2012)
R | 95 min | Action, Crime, Sci-Fi
In a violent, futuristic city where the police have the authority to act as judge, jury and executioner, a cop teams with a trainee to take down a gang that deals the reality-altering drug, SLO-MO.
Director: Pete Travis | Stars: Karl Urban, Olivia Thirlby, Lena Headey, Rachel Wood
Votes: 294,557 | Gross: $13.41M
This gory, cult-comic book receives a great tribute. With a fast-paced, adult content film that highlights great shots and camera movements. The only thing holding this film down is it's lack of writing and fan base.
14. The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (2014)
PG-13 | 142 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
When New York is put under siege by Oscorp, it is up to Spider-Man to save the city he swore to protect as well as his loved ones.
Director: Marc Webb | Stars: Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone, Jamie Foxx, Paul Giamatti
Votes: 538,276 | Gross: $202.85M
15. Thor: The Dark World (2013)
PG-13 | 112 min | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
When the Dark Elves attempt to plunge the universe into darkness, Thor must embark on a perilous and personal journey that will reunite him with doctor Jane Foster.
Director: Alan Taylor | Stars: Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, Tom Hiddleston, Stellan Skarsgård
Votes: 725,375 | Gross: $206.36M
16. Iron Man Three (2013)
PG-13 | 130 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
When Tony Stark's world is torn apart by a formidable terrorist called the Mandarin, he starts an odyssey of rebuilding and retribution.
Director: Shane Black | Stars: Robert Downey Jr., Guy Pearce, Gwyneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle
Votes: 899,619 | Gross: $409.01M
From a fan that doesn't know the comic book/lore this may seem like Marvel's biggest hit yet. The villain's were amazingly disappointing, with A.I.M.s lack of yellow hazmat suits and don't even get me started on "The Mandarin". The cinematics were top notch but the story jumped surprisingly quick without developing any characters. The writers pretty much assume you've either seen Iron man, or Avengers at some point so they give you zero background, and almost no focus on any character but Tony (Besides the romance with Pepper and the 5 min devoted to Happy Hogan). Dr. Maya had pretty much two scenes and then got shot. Where was the character development?
17. The Wolverine (2013)
PG-13 | 126 min | Action, Sci-Fi
Wolverine comes to Japan to meet an old friend whose life he saved years ago, and gets embroiled in a conspiracy involving yakuza and mutants.
Director: James Mangold | Stars: Hugh Jackman, Will Yun Lee, Tao Okamoto, Rila Fukushima
Votes: 492,338 | Gross: $132.56M
The part of Jean Grey is badly overstated with a poor actress and overemphasis. Hugh Jackman himself, could probably have used a stunt double as he looks bad in some action scene, especially the hopping from roof to roof chasing down the limo. The CG is MUCH better than Origins but there was room for improvement. The action and story have been the best so far of any other Wolverine movie. Things could be looking up or above average for the X-men series.
18. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990)
PG | 93 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy
Four teenage mutant ninja turtles emerge from the shadows to protect New York City from a gang of criminal ninjas.
Director: Steve Barron | Stars: Judith Hoag, Elias Koteas, Josh Pais, David Forman
Votes: 104,867 | Gross: $135.27M
19. Captain America: The First Avenger (2011)
PG-13 | 124 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
Steve Rogers, a rejected military soldier, transforms into Captain America after taking a dose of a "Super-Soldier serum". But being Captain America comes at a price as he attempts to take down a warmonger and a terrorist organization.
Director: Joe Johnston | Stars: Chris Evans, Hugo Weaving, Samuel L. Jackson, Hayley Atwell
Votes: 897,202 | Gross: $176.65M
The stars stripes come to life in this prequel to the Avengers, Chris Evans leads a solid role with a forgettable cast of misfits. Besides the appearance of Tommy Lee Jones this movie is a great start in almost every area but acting.
20. X: First Class (2011)
PG-13 | 131 min | Action, Sci-Fi
In the 1960s, superpowered humans Charles Xavier and Erik Lensherr work together to find others like them, but Erik's vengeful pursuit of an ambitious mutant who ruined his life causes a schism to divide them.
Director: Matthew Vaughn | Stars: James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Jennifer Lawrence, Kevin Bacon
Votes: 724,034 | Gross: $146.41M
This prequel to the X-men trilogy leaves viewers with hope of what could be a common trend for the mutant generation. The filmography is solid but with the common plot holes and timeline issues between this movie and the trilogy.
21. The Punisher (2004)
R | 124 min | Action, Crime, Drama
An undercover FBI agent becomes a vigilante and sets out to unleash his wrath upon the corrupt businessman who slaughtered his entire family at a reunion.
Director: Jonathan Hensleigh | Stars: Thomas Jane, John Travolta, Samantha Mathis, Laura Harring
Votes: 170,625 | Gross: $33.81M
Quite far one of the most over looked superhero movies. The Punisher with it's high noon western feel comes in just below the top 10. With great moments, but poor acting this movie is a comic book fans wet dream.
22. Batman (1989)
PG-13 | 126 min | Action, Adventure
The Dark Knight of Gotham City begins his war on crime with his first major enemy being Jack Napier, a criminal who becomes the clownishly homicidal Joker.
Director: Tim Burton | Stars: Michael Keaton, Jack Nicholson, Kim Basinger, Robert Wuhl
Votes: 404,442 | Gross: $251.19M
Tim Burton's dark persona fit's perfectly into the Batman realm. A masterpiece in time this first movie in the series sets a dramatically dark tone for Batman. While still a great movie, it suffers from costume meltdown. With the all black leather bat-suit Batman hardly moves let alone stalks the night. Action scenes and intensity are just underplayed. It was a limited movie to say the least, time period not being the issue.
23. Kick-Ass (2010)
R | 117 min | Action, Comedy, Crime
Dave Lizewski is an unnoticed high school student and comic book fan who one day decides to become a superhero, even though he has no powers, training or meaningful reason to do so.
Director: Matthew Vaughn | Stars: Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Nicolas Cage, Chloë Grace Moretz, Garrett M. Brown
Votes: 593,630 | Gross: $48.07M
This comedic and juvenile hero film does what it does somewhat well. Being that it has a believable lead actor, somewhat believable plot, and a good team of directors/producers. Of course add in Nicholas Cage, the notoriously stoic actor, juvenile/unnecessary humor and the lack of villains, making it only worthy of top 20 if that.
24. Blade (1998)
R | 120 min | Action, Horror, Sci-Fi
A half-vampire, half-mortal man becomes a protector of the mortal race, while slaying evil vampires.
Director: Stephen Norrington | Stars: Wesley Snipes, Stephen Dorff, Kris Kristofferson, N'Bushe Wright
Votes: 299,151 | Gross: $70.09M
This cult comic comes to life with Wesley Snipes performance. The costume design for Blade is good while everyone else is sub-par. The acting is fairly cheesy and the camera/lighting is bad, but the unique take on this classic comic is inspiring and well done.
25. Hellboy II: The Golden Army (2008)
PG-13 | 120 min | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
A prince of the mythical world starts a rebellion against humanity in order to rule the Earth. Hellboy and his team must fight to stop him from locating the all-powerful Golden Army.
Director: Guillermo del Toro | Stars: Ron Perlman, Selma Blair, Doug Jones, John Alexander
Votes: 286,047 | Gross: $75.75M
Del Toro Strikes again, with an even better plot line! The famed director takes everything good about the first movie and improves adding a more believable villain and a more heinous story. The story does a greater job of drawing the viewer in emotionally to connect with both the heroes and the villains.
26. Batman Returns (1992)
PG-13 | 126 min | Action, Crime, Fantasy
While Batman deals with a deformed man calling himself the Penguin wreaking havoc across Gotham with the help of a cruel businessman, a female employee of the latter becomes the Catwoman with her own vendetta.
Director: Tim Burton | Stars: Michael Keaton, Danny DeVito, Michelle Pfeiffer, Christopher Walken
Votes: 327,634 | Gross: $162.83M
Tim Burton's sequel in the batman series keeps it's same dark persona as Michael Keaton takes two. This film is an echo of the first keeping similar camera, lighting and direction. But what made the first movie great was it's unique take. This stoic man in black didn't keep up for some film fans.
27. Superman Returns (2006)
PG-13 | 154 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
Superman returns to Earth after spending five years in space examining his homeworld Krypton. But he finds things have changed while he was gone, and he must once again prove himself important to the world.
Director: Bryan Singer | Stars: Brandon Routh, Kevin Spacey, Kate Bosworth, James Marsden
Votes: 291,425 | Gross: $200.08M
With the HIGHLY debated story of Superman's illegitimate son... This movie still rose fairly well among fans. With solid areas in lighting, sound, special effects and acting this movie gets on my list.
28. Thor (2011)
PG-13 | 115 min | Action, Fantasy
The powerful but arrogant god Thor is cast out of Asgard to live amongst humans in Midgard (Earth), where he soon becomes one of their finest defenders.
Director: Kenneth Branagh | Stars: Chris Hemsworth, Anthony Hopkins, Natalie Portman, Tom Hiddleston
Votes: 900,619 | Gross: $181.03M
This exciting CG film, lets fans down in terms of action, drama, and story. This was probably the lowest ranking film in the Marvel Cinematic universes phase on movies.
29. Hancock (2008)
PG-13 | 92 min | Action, Comedy, Drama
Hancock is a superhero whose ill-considered behavior regularly causes damage in the millions. He changes when the person he saves helps him improve his public image.
Director: Peter Berg | Stars: Will Smith, Charlize Theron, Jason Bateman, Jae Head
Votes: 511,911 | Gross: $227.95M
This real-life super of a man misses the mark. With a great concept and and good CG animation this film came down to lack of plot and poor writing. What could have been a success became a hiccup in Will Smith's career.
30. Hellboy (2004)
PG-13 | 122 min | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
A demon raised from infancy after being conjured by and rescued from the Nazis, grows up to become a defender against the forces of darkness.
Director: Guillermo del Toro | Stars: Ron Perlman, Doug Jones, Selma Blair, John Hurt
Votes: 350,213 | Gross: $59.62M
Hellboy goes traditional! Well sort of. This Dark Horse comic goes a little more traditional with use of costumed characters whenever possible (hell hound, Red and Blue, etc.) instead of CG. Film and camera are average but solid and acting is decent for a movie without big namer's.
31. Spider-Man (2002)
PG-13 | 121 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
After being bitten by a genetically-modified spider, a shy teenager gains spider-like abilities that he uses to fight injustice as a masked superhero and face a vengeful enemy.
Director: Sam Raimi | Stars: Tobey Maguire, Kirsten Dunst, Willem Dafoe, James Franco
Votes: 880,321 | Gross: $403.71M
The first of the Spider-man series, the original idea of this movie is enough to break into the hearts of fans everywhere. Although it was a favorite, the poor acting by our hero and villain is a sour note in Spider-man's film history. The only solid acting in this movie is from Aunt Mae as our inspirational figure.
32. X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009)
PG-13 | 107 min | Action, Sci-Fi
The early years of James Logan, featuring his rivalry with his brother Victor Creed, his service in the special forces team Weapon X, and his experimentation into the metal-lined mutant Wolverine.
Director: Gavin Hood | Stars: Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber, Ryan Reynolds, Danny Huston
Votes: 530,839 | Gross: $179.88M
With all the making of a real box office hit this movie just fell short. Besides disappointing Deadpool fans everywhere (with Ryan Reynold's portrayal), this movie creates plot potholes for the whole X-Men series. This film is cluttered with high amounts of quick unfinished CG. The acting from our two lead roles makes up for some but not all of it's downfalls downfalls.
33. Superman II (1980)
PG | 127 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
Superman agrees to sacrifice his powers to start a relationship with Lois Lane, unaware that three Kryptonian criminals he inadvertently released are conquering Earth.
Director: Richard Lester | Stars: Gene Hackman, Christopher Reeve, Margot Kidder, Ned Beatty
Votes: 114,672 | Gross: $108.19M
This classic Christopher Reeves adaptation is the zenith of his career in acting. With decent action, story and special effects, this movie is a monument to him as a beloved actor. R.I.P. Superman
34. Transformers (2007)
PG-13 | 144 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
An ancient struggle between two Cybertronian races, the heroic Autobots and the evil Decepticons, comes to Earth, with a clue to the ultimate power held by a teenager.
Director: Michael Bay | Stars: Shia LaBeouf, Megan Fox, Josh Duhamel, Tyrese Gibson
Votes: 675,107 | Gross: $319.25M
This starter film for the robotic series, takes a grand leap into theaters everywhere. CG animation is great and makes up for the lack of acting. The voice over is decent, but the camera shots and lighting needs work. Most of this series is spent in flashes of heavy metal violence where the viewer can't tell what's happening.
35. Superman (1978)
PG | 143 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
An alien orphan is sent from his dying planet to Earth, where he grows up to become his adoptive home's first and greatest superhero.
Director: Richard Donner | Stars: Christopher Reeve, Margot Kidder, Gene Hackman, Marlon Brando
Votes: 187,604 | Gross: $134.22M
36. Hulk (2003)
PG-13 | 138 min | Action, Sci-Fi
Bruce Banner, a genetics researcher with a tragic past, suffers an accident that causes him to transform into a raging green monster when he gets angry.
Director: Ang Lee | Stars: Eric Bana, Jennifer Connelly, Sam Elliott, Josh Lucas
Votes: 278,659 | Gross: $132.18M
This take on green rage monster borrows story from here and there. Following more of the original hulk comics and the Incredible Hulk TV Show. This artistic take on Hulk bred distaste in comic book fans everywhere. The CG was decent but the acting and story were low-notes in the movie.
37. Green Lantern (2011)
PG-13 | 114 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
Reckless test pilot Hal Jordan is granted an alien ring that bestows him with otherworldly powers that inducts him into an intergalactic police force, the Green Lantern Corps.
Director: Martin Campbell | Stars: Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively, Peter Sarsgaard, Mark Strong
Votes: 296,198 | Gross: $116.60M
This sad epic of a story leaves fans going "what the heck?" Even Ryan Reynolds himself was disappointed in the way this film turned out. With notable shout outs to the green lantern corps, it is a good try for the first Green Lantern movie in history.
38. Iron Man 2 (2010)
PG-13 | 124 min | Action, Sci-Fi
With the world now aware of his identity as Iron Man, Tony Stark must contend with both his declining health and a vengeful mad man with ties to his father's legacy.
Director: Jon Favreau | Stars: Robert Downey Jr., Mickey Rourke, Gwyneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle
Votes: 868,928 | Gross: $312.43M
After a box office hitter like Iron man this series struggled to rake in a good impression with it's second movie. The nearly overlooked villain brings in a low blow as both bad writing and acting. The plot of the movie makes very few ripples in terms of climax and rising actions. The CG is good and the lead actor great but a film needs more than that.
39. Watchmen (2009)
R | 162 min | Action, Drama, Mystery
In a version of 1985 where superheroes exist, the murder of a colleague sends active vigilante Rorschach on the trail of a conspiracy that will change the course of history.
Director: Zack Snyder | Stars: Jackie Earle Haley, Patrick Wilson, Carla Gugino, Malin Akerman
Votes: 582,778 | Gross: $107.51M
This highly stylized film starts off on a great note! Only to introduce you to a group of misfit want-to-be superheroes. Looking past the bad character development and the zero back story, this film suffers from horrible plot holes and in general a bad story. I couldn't tell you what happened. Lighting and camera work are sound, but not everything is worth putting on the big screen if you can't do it well.
40. The Green Hornet (2011)
PG-13 | 119 min | Action, Comedy, Crime
Following the death of his father, Britt Reid, heir to his father's large company, teams up with his late dad's assistant Kato to become a masked crime fighting team.
Director: Michel Gondry | Stars: Seth Rogen, Jay Chou, Christoph Waltz, Cameron Diaz
Votes: 164,717 | Gross: $98.78M
A quick wit and slap-stick humor carry this movie to the very end. With a horrid actor and decent co-part, this movie rides the obvious through it's "storyline" to the very end. The camera work is crud and the lighting is blah. It was however a nice throwback that isn't worth the theatre priced seats and the overpriced snacks.
41. Ghost Rider (2007)
PG-13 | 110 min | Action, Fantasy, Thriller
When motorcycle rider Johnny Blaze sells his soul to the Devil to save his father's life, he is transformed into the Ghost Rider, the Devil's own bounty hunter, and is sent to hunt down sinners.
Director: Mark Steven Johnson | Stars: Nicolas Cage, Eva Mendes, Sam Elliott, Matt Long
Votes: 252,358 | Gross: $115.80M
Hell's Rider roars into theaters with one of the worst actors money can buy. This potential of film begins and ends with Nicholas Cage. The CG is essential to this movie bringing everything to life in a fiery way. The writing and story are classic Ghost Rider comics and are well fitting to the film.
42. Fantastic Four (I) (2005)
PG-13 | 106 min | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
A group of astronauts gain superpowers after a cosmic radiation exposure and must use them to oppose the plans of their enemy, Doctor Victor Von Doom.
Director: Tim Story | Stars: Ioan Gruffudd, Michael Chiklis, Chris Evans, Jessica Alba
Votes: 343,968 | Gross: $154.70M
Although fairly accurate the personalities of the four didn't seem write. The writing was average and so was the acting. Dr. Doom was the only upside and you couldn't even see his face most of the movie...
43. Daredevil (2003)
PG-13 | 103 min | Action, Crime
A man blinded by toxic waste which also enhanced his remaining senses fights crime as an acrobatic martial arts superhero.
Director: Mark Steven Johnson | Stars: Ben Affleck, Jennifer Garner, Colin Farrell, Michael Clarke Duncan
Votes: 229,152 | Gross: $102.54M
With a D-list acting crew this film hits it big for fans and only fans. With the first ever daredevil movie, it ranks at the bottom of our list for bad acting lighting, writing and directing. This movie had a great costume and a dark feel and those are it's only upsides.
44. X-Men (2000)
PG-13 | 104 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
In a world where mutants (evolved super-powered humans) exist and are discriminated against, two groups form for an inevitable clash: the supremacist Brotherhood, and the pacifist X-Men.
Director: Bryan Singer | Stars: Patrick Stewart, Hugh Jackman, Ian McKellen, Famke Janssen
Votes: 646,898 | Gross: $157.30M
Between cheesy one-liner writing that makes comic book fans vomit, and "muppet-like" costumes; this movie suffers from a bad disease, existence. The first X-men movie is a leap of faith that ends in a fiery pit... of despair.
45. Elektra (2005)
PG-13 | 97 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
Elektra the warrior survives a near-death experience, becomes an assassin-for-hire, and tries to protect her two latest targets, a single father and his young daughter, from a group of supernatural assassins.
Director: Rob Bowman | Stars: Jennifer Garner, Goran Visnjic, Will Yun Lee, Kirsten Zien
Votes: 97,965 | Gross: $24.41M
A spin off film from Daredevil, this movie took everything that was interesting about Daredevil and did the opposite. A dramatic and serious tone was the worst way to go here and the actress just didn't fit Elektra(even the hair color is wrong). With bad acting, writing, and directing this is a very low score for a movie.
46. X-Men: The Last Stand (2006)
PG-13 | 104 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
The human government develops a cure for mutations, and Jean Grey becomes a darker uncontrollable persona called the Phoenix who allies with Magneto, causing escalation into an all-out battle for the X-Men.
Director: Brett Ratner | Stars: Patrick Stewart, Hugh Jackman, Halle Berry, Famke Janssen
Votes: 540,985 | Gross: $234.36M
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