Hollywood’s biggest names aren’t immune to misfires. From paycheck-era gambles and nostalgia cash-grabs to baffling studio flops, we spotlight acclaimed actors who keep signing on to questionable projects despite clear talent. Expect surprising career turns, cringe-inducing choices, and moments where performances outshine the movies around them. Names like Nicolas Cage, Adam Sandler, Angelina Jolie, Johnny Depp and Sydney Sweeney pop up — who needs a better script next?
