Lowest Rotten Tomatoes Scores of 2023: Two Netflix Movies Rank Among the Worst (Only 1 is Worse)
Discover the underwhelming reception of Netflix's latest movies as their Rotten Tomatoes scores hit a disappointing low of 23% Will upcoming 2023 releases bring a much-needed turnaround for the streaming giant?
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Netflix's new movies, Old Dads and Pain Hustlers, have both received a score of 23% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Despite receiving low ratings, both Old Dads and Pain Hustlers have managed to become the second-lowest scoring English-language releases on the platform this year. Surprisingly, these movies have still achieved the remarkable feat of snagging the top spots on Netflix's global Top 10 English-language movies chart for the week of October 23 to October 29.
Netflix's latest films, Old Dads and Pain Hustlers, have set a disappointing record for the platform. Old Dads, a comedy centered around out-of-touch fathers, is directed by Bill Burr and features Bobby Cannavale and Bokeem Woodbine as co-stars. Pain Hustlers, a thrilling tale of a young drop-out getting entangled in a pharmaceutical conspiracy, is helmed by David Yates, known for his work in the Harry Potter series, and stars Emily Blunt and Chris Evans.
According to Netflix's global Top 10 English-language movies chart for the week of October 23 to October 29, Old Dads now sits at the top spot, with Pain Hustlers closely following at number two. To make matters worse, both films have received a meager 23% score on Rotten Tomatoes. This marks a rare occurrence as it is the second-lowest score any Netflix English-language movie release has received this year, trailing only behind the Adam DeVine comedy, The Out-Laws, which earned a 21% rating.
Will Any Upcoming 2023 Netflix Movies Turn Things Around?
The Rotten Tomatoes score for the shared Old Dads and Pain Hustlers is low, but there have been several other English-language movies released on Netflix in 2023 that have not reached the same level of negativity as these two films and The Out-Laws. Other 2023 movies with low scores include Love is in the Air (25%), Heart of Stone (30%), Happiness for Beginners (33%), Reptile (44%), and Spy Kids: Armageddon (54%). Your browser does not support the video tag.
Netflix has recently released captivating titles like Fair Play (86%) and They Cloned Tyrone (95%), both of which have received positive reviews. However, it is uncertain if they will be able to overcome this critical low before the year ends. In early November, the streamer has a chance to redeem itself to some extent with the release of Nyad (87%) and The Killer (90%), both movies with high potential for awards. Subsequently, it will depend on how critics respond to movies like the holiday comedy Best. Christmas. Ever. and the animated musical Leo, starring Adam Sandler, to determine if Netflix can recover from the slump.
Ultimately, whether or not Netflix can improve its Rotten Tomatoes score slump will rely on three movies set to be released in December. These movies include Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget on December 15, Maestro on December 20, and Rebel Moon - Part One: Child of Fire on December 22. Directed by Sam Fell, Bradley Cooper, and Zack Snyder respectively, these films have generated considerable buzz as some of Netflix's most highly anticipated releases of the year. While initial reviews for the first two movies have been positive, it remains to be seen how they will fare as more reviews are added in December.
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Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z fan, I have mixed feelings about the low Rotten Tomatoes scores of Netflix's latest movies, "Old Dads" and "Pain Hustlers." On the one hand, I am disappointed that these films did not receive more critical acclaim, as I was looking forward to watching them. On the other hand, I am also intrigued by the fact that both movies have still managed to become the second-lowest scoring English-language releases on the platform this year, despite their low ratings. This suggests that there may be something about these films that is resonating with audiences, even if critics are not fully on board.
I think it is important to note that Rotten Tomatoes scores are not always an accurate reflection of a film's quality. There are many great movies that have received low Rotten Tomatoes scores, and vice versa. Ultimately, the best way to decide whether or not to watch a movie is to read a variety of reviews and decide for yourself if it seems like something you would enjoy. I am still planning on watching "Old Dads" and "Pain Hustlers," and I am hoping that I will be pleasantly surprised.
