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7 Superhero Movies That Are Painfully Difficult to Rewatch

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As a dedicated movie buff with a soft spot for superheroes, I’ve found myself grappling with certain films that are just too grueling to revisit. It takes an iron resolve to push past the first viewing of these movies. Generally speaking, comic book movies are a genre I find myself eagerly rewatching due to their exhilarating action sequences, clever one-liners, and well-crafted character arcs that make them worthy of multiple viewings. Yet, there are some truly atrocious comic book films out there, so bad that enduring a second viewing can be an excruciating task for the brave few.

A comic book film isn’t hard to rewatch just because it’s poor in quality. In fact, numerous films with cringe-worthy humor in the superhero genre have become beloved for their ironic appeal and endure as favorites over time. However, movies that are truly challenging to watch again tend to be dull, overly serious, and frequently try to establish new film series that ultimately fail to materialize.

7. Kraven The Hunter Ending The Sony Spider-Man Universe Makes It A Weird Origin Story To Rewatch

A pitiful end to a franchise that never quite found its footing

The final film in Sony’s endeavor to establish a Marvel universe separate from the main stories, featuring Spider-Man side characters, proved to be a challenging one to rewatch. The disappointing conclusion to this franchise was Kraven the Hunter, starring Aaron Taylor-Johnson as the title character, a feral assassin with animalistic abilities who is the son of a criminal emperor. In the movie, Kraven embarks on a mission to save his brother, which involves dismantling the remnants of his father’s illegal empire.

It’s clear that “Kraven the Hunter” wasn’t initially intended to be the final Sony film, given its role as an origin story. However, delaying Kraven’s introduction only for the series to end was another misstep in a line of mistakes by Sony. The movie itself is challenging to sit through, with subpar performances struggling to support a thin plot. Regrettably, “Kraven the Hunter” isn’t terrible enough to find enjoyment in its flaws either.

6. Morbius’ Reputation Today Makes It A Complicated Movie To Rewatch

A victim of its own ironic popularity

Discussing the Sony Spider-Man spin-off series, it’s hard to overlook the impact that the movie “Morbius” had on the franchise. It gained notoriety due to an overwhelming number of memes that humorously acclaimed it as the greatest film ever. In a surprising turn of events, these jokes led Sony to re-release the movie in theaters twice, but unfortunately, it failed at the box office both times. Given this history, one might think that “Morbius” is so terribly entertaining that it’s worth watching multiple times.

Unfortunately, the movie titled “Morbius” doesn’t reach the level of being so bad it’s enjoyable; instead, it’s just average at best. The acting is weak, the storyline has illogical twists, and the action sequences are dull, with uninteresting CGI vampire powers. Consequently, the film becomes a tedious chore to watch through. If not for the internet memes, few viewers might even recall the title “Morbius“. Attempting to rewatch it in hopes of finding something enjoyable to justify the hype will only lead to disappointment.

5. Wonder Woman 1984 Gets Worse The More Thought It’s Given

The tragic half of Wonder Woman’s cinematic legacy

It’s not just Marvel comics that have suffered a poor cinematic image over time; the DCEU and Sony universe have had their fair share of problems too, with inconsistent tones, forced plot points, and unfulfilled setup for future stories. However, none seem as devoid of any entertainment value as Wonder Woman 1984.

In a nutshell, “Wonder Woman 1984” is a letdown as a sequel to the exceptional initial movie, and it becomes even more disheartening when analyzed further. Upon a second viewing, one might come to understand that Diana effectively sexually assaults the man whose body Steve inhabits when she has intimate relations with him, or that neither villain suffers any meaningful consequences for their reprehensible deeds. Rarely does a film deteriorate so significantly under scrutiny like this ostentatious effort to advance Wonder Woman’s personal narrative.

4. The Flash’s Cameos Are Tough To Sit Through A Second Time

Soured nostalgia bait that simply doesn’t hit like it should

Over the course of time, certain viewers have expressed that films similar to Spider-Man: No Way Home might not be enjoyable upon a second viewing because they contain too many cameos and what seem like prolonged moments for audience applause. Interestingly enough, this criticism appears valid when it comes to The Flash, making a second watch even more challenging. If Wonder Woman 1984 hinted at the downfall of the DCEU, The Flash might have been one of its final faltering breaths.

After the excitement of Michael Keaton’s Batman return fades, the poor CGI, awkward dialogue, and wandering plot in The Flash become even more noticeable. The excessive CGI appearances near the film’s end are particularly jarring upon a second viewing, adding little to the main narrative but detracting from it. Additionally, learning about Ezra Miller’s contentious personal life following the release of the movie makes it difficult to view the DCEU’s Barry Allen in the same light.

3. The Amazing Spider-Man 2 Was An Ambitious Disaster

Definitively ending Sony’s mainline Spider-Man ambitions

It turns out that Sony was left with less famous Spider-Man villains like the C-list ones because “The Amazing Spider-Man 2,” which was Andrew Garfield’s portrayal of Peter Parker as Spider-Man, was a major letdown and not as successful as they hoped. The sequel had several issues that stand out even more clearly when revisiting it today.

I must confess, “The Amazing Spider-Man 2” doesn’t quite hit the mark for me. It’s not that it’s amusingly bad, but rather, it’s overburdened with multiple villains and convoluted storylines that don’t do justice to any of them. The on-screen chemistry between Andrew Garfield and Emma Stone, while undeniably charming in other films, feels a bit forced here.

What’s more, the bold move to lay the groundwork for a Sinister Six movie seems somewhat fruitless given that the series would never complete its full run. If there’s one Spider-Man film I find it tough to justify revisiting, it’s this one.

2. The Dark Knight Rises Is A Disappointing Conclusion To An Amazing Trilogy

Not the worst film in the world, but a difficult pill to swallow

The Christopher Nolan-directed The Dark Knight trilogy is widely regarded as one of the best superhero film franchises ever produced, skillfully transforming the Batman legend into a world that seems remarkably like our own. Regrettably, the weakest part of the trilogy undeniably is its conclusion, The Dark Knight Rises, which faced an almost insurmountable challenge in living up to the brilliance of The Dark Knight. In this installment, a retired Batman finds himself drawn back into action when Bane launches a relentless assault on Gotham City.

If you plan to rewatch “The Dark Knight Rises,” it would probably be during a consecutive viewing of the entire trilogy. Watching the other two movies beforehand might make it more difficult to overlook the plot inconsistencies, hasty narrative flow, less captivating villains, and the questionable portrayal of Robin in “The Dark Knight Rises.” Consequently, revisiting the series becomes a challenge given that this is how Christian Bale’s Batman saga concludes.

1. X-Men Origins: Wolverine Is Somehow Worse Than Its Legacy

Which says a lot, considering how it’s viewed

Generally speaking, superhero films are often underestimated, receiving unjust criticism even though they’re generally good. However, X-Men Origins: Wolverine, unlike most, is a film that’s unfairly liked instead of being disliked due to its poor quality. This movie delves into Logan’s early life working with the Weapon X program, and his subsequent struggle to face the haunting memories of his past by himself.

The film, X-Men Origins: Wolverine, seems to fall short in comparison to one’s recollections. From its lackluster humor and mediocre performances like will.i.am as John Wraith, to the squandering of beloved X-Men characters for years, it’s a disappointment. The fact that contemporary versions of Deadpool and Gambit are well-executed only serves to highlight the shortcomings of these earlier portrayals. Remarkably, even on rewatch, X-Men Origins: Wolverine manages to be a less satisfying superhero movie than many already consider it to be.

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2025-04-25 21:20

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