Thirty-four Netflix films that fell flat for many viewers
Netflix, known for its diverse and extensive library of films and series, has seen a mixed response from critics and audiences in recent years.
Tall Girl 2 (2022) received mixed reviews, with some deeming it a slight improvement over the original, but still feeling it has "a long way to go to be considered a top-tier teen movie." Uglies (2024), on the other hand, was criticized for coming out "two decades too late," receiving a low 3.5/10 rating from critics.
The Unforgivable (2021) and The Woman In The Window (2021) were both met with negative reviews, with the plot of the former being described as "depressing" and the latter's plot as "over-the-top and confusing."
Diana, The Musical (2021) faced harsh criticism, with some saying it "did Diana dirty." The film won Worst Picture, Worst Director, Worst Actress, Worst Supporting Actress, and Worst Screenplay at the 42nd Golden Raspberry Awards.
Several Netflix productions have been criticized for their storytelling and character development. The comedy series Glamorous was criticized for its clichéd storytelling and unengaging characters, while the Marvel series Iron Fist was criticized for its weak plot and poor choreography. The Netflix film Fall for Me was noted for its poor script and nonsensical plot.
The Open House (2018) and Noise (2023) are among the lowest-rated dramas on Netflix, with critics describing The Open House as lacking genuine scares or excitement and Noise as a dull and forgettable watch.
The Tearsmith (2024) and Hubie Halloween (2020) also received negative reviews, with The Tearsmith's uncomfortable and confusing plot involving a step-sibling romance causing controversy, and Hubie Halloween receiving three nominations for Worst Actor, Worst Screen Combo, and Worst Prequel, Remake, Rip-off or Sequel.
Bright (2017), Red Notice (2021), Thunder Force (2021), and The Cloverfield Paradox (2018) were all criticized for their underwhelming scripts and predictable plots.
However, not all Netflix productions have been met with negative reviews. iBoy (2017) was praised by both critics and regular viewers, despite its overly serious tone, and Brazen (2022) was praised for its cast, despite receiving low ratings and criticisms of its weak plot and low tension.
The Last Thing He Wanted (2020) and Sierra Burgess Is A Loser (2018) were criticized for historical inaccuracies and problematic behavior of the protagonist, respectively. The King (2019) also received mixed reviews due to historical inaccuracies.
Me Time (2022), Mother Of The Bride (2024), and The Bubble (2022) were all criticized for their lack of humor and underwhelming execution. He's All That (2021) was deemed "underwhelming" and criticized for a lack of chemistry between the two lead actors.
Atlas (2024) received poor reviews, with critics criticizing the script but praising the cast and Jennifer Lopez's performance. The Electric State (2025) failed to attract audiences despite its star-studded lineup and high budget.
Rebel Moon - Part 1: A Child Of Fire (2023) was criticized for being predictable and having too many characters crowding the story. The Kissing Booth (2018) received negative reviews from critics, who gave it a low rating and stated that it contains "every romantic comedy cliché in the book."
Despite these mixed reviews, Netflix continues to produce a wide variety of films and series, appealing to a diverse audience.
