Here Are Best and Worst Video Game Movies Ranked by Tomatometer Ratings

Video game movies have had a long and messy run in Hollywood, starting back in 1993 with Super Mario Bros. and a wave of adaptations that rarely pleased critics or fans. Since then, studios have kept returning to gaming franchises, hoping to finally turn controller hits into successful big-screen stories, with results that range from cult favourites to outright misfires.

Over the years, the genre has built a reputation for inconsistency. Some films barely worked, others surprised audiences, and a few managed to break through critical doubt entirely. Titles like Mortal Kombat, Silent Hill, Resident Evil, and Assassin’s Creed show just how wide the quality gap can be, while more recent entries like Detective Pikachu, Sonic the Hedgehog, and Werewolves Within have helped shift the conversation in a more positive direction.

The turning point came when video game adaptations started earning stronger reviews, with several films managing to land “Fresh” or even “Certified Fresh” status on the Tomatometer. That shift signaled that the genre was no longer automatically dismissed, even if it still struggles with consistency.

From early failures to modern surprises, this ranking looks at how video game movies have evolved over time, highlighting the best-reviewed entries while not ignoring the weaker ones that shaped the genre’s reputation.

61. Alone in the Dark (2005)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 1%

A supernatural action film that follows investigator Edward Carnby as he uncovers ancient creatures linked to his past. The story is confusing and difficult to follow, with inconsistent pacing and weak dialogue throughout. Despite its attempt at a dark and serious tone, the execution feels unpolished and chaotic. The film has become infamous for its poor storytelling and lack of coherence.

60. House of the Dead (2003)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 3%

A zombie horror adaptation based on the arcade shooter that sends a group of young people to a remote island where things quickly go wrong. The story is poorly structured, and scenes often feel disconnected from each other. Instead of building suspense, the film relies on random action moments that fail to create tension. It is often remembered more for being unintentionally funny than frightening.

59. Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li (2009)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 3%

This standalone story focuses on Chun-Li’s origin as she fights against crime boss M. Bison. The film aims to explore her motivation and transformation, but the execution is weak and lacks energy. Action scenes are inconsistent, and the plot moves without clear direction. Even with a recognizable character at its center, the film does not capture what made the original game appealing.

58. In the Name of the King: A Dungeon Siege Tale (2007)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 4%

A fantasy adventure about a farmer who is drawn into a war after personal tragedy strikes his family. The film tries to create an epic medieval setting filled with magic and conflict, but the storytelling is slow and repetitive. Dialogue often feels unnatural, and the emotional stakes never fully develop. Despite its ambition, the film fails to create a convincing fantasy world.

57. BloodRayne (2005)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 4%

Set in a gothic fantasy world, this film follows Rayne, a half-human, half-vampire character seeking revenge against her father. The movie attempts to blend action and horror but struggles with tone and pacing. The performances feel uneven, and the story rarely builds real tension. Even with a well-known cast, the final result is widely considered unfocused and lacking in narrative strength.

56. Mortal Kombat Annihilation (1997)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 4%

A sequel that attempts to escalate the tournament between Earth and Outworld but falls apart in almost every area. The story moves quickly but without clear structure or character development. The special effects feel dated and the fight scenes lack impact. Instead of building on the original film, it creates a more chaotic and less coherent version of the franchise that is often remembered for its poor execution.

55. Silent Hill: Revelation (2012)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 8%

This sequel continues the story of Heather Mason as she is pulled deeper into the disturbing alternate world known from the games. The film tries to expand the mythology but ends up feeling confusing and uneven. While the atmosphere aims for horror, the scares are predictable and the narrative is difficult to follow. Even with returning visual elements from the original Silent Hill, the emotional impact is missing and the story loses momentum quickly.

54. Hitman: Agent 47 (2015)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 8%

A reboot of the assassin franchise that presents Agent 47 as a genetically engineered killer designed for perfection. The film focuses on corporate conspiracies and high-level assassinations, but the story feels thin and overly mechanical. Action scenes are polished but lack emotional stakes or buildup. Despite a sleek visual style, the movie struggles to give its characters depth or make the plot engaging, resulting in a cold and repetitive experience.

53. Postal (2007)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 9%

This controversial adaptation of the dark comedy game tries to push boundaries with political satire and extreme humor. It follows a man caught up in a chaotic plan involving cult-like schemes and violence, but the story lacks focus and sharpness. While it attempts to comment on society through shock value, most of the jokes fail to land. Even within Uwe Boll’s filmography, it stands out for its disorganized tone and uneven execution rather than any real satirical impact.

52. Wing Commander (1999)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 10%

Based on the space combat video game, this film follows a group of young pilots fighting an alien threat while carrying a critical message that could change the war. Freddie Prinze Jr. leads the cast, but the film is weighed down by low-budget visuals and very familiar sci-fi storytelling. The dialogue often feels flat, and the characters are not given much depth to develop. Instead of building tension or excitement, the movie leans heavily on genre clichés that make it feel predictable from start to finish.

51. Borderlands (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 10%

This adaptation of the popular sci-fi game tries to bring the chaotic world of Pandora to life but ends up feeling disorganized and uneven. The story follows Lilith, a bounty hunter with a mysterious past, as she returns to her dangerous home planet and gets pulled into a mission involving powerful secrets. Despite a strong cast including Cate Blanchett, Kevin Hart, and Jamie Lee Curtis, the film struggles to balance its tone, shifting between action, comedy, and sci-fi without much focus. Critics pointed out that the movie feels overloaded and never fully commits to a clear direction.

50. Street Fighter (1994)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 11%

A live-action adaptation of the fighting game series that focuses on Colonel Guile’s mission to take down the dictator M. Bison. The film features an ensemble cast and a global conflict storyline, but the execution leans heavily into camp and exaggerated action. Raul Julia’s performance as Bison is often highlighted as a standout, bringing energy to an otherwise uneven film. The plot is loose and sometimes incoherent, but it has gained a cult following over time for its unintentionally humorous tone and over-the-top style.

49. Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 (2025)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 16%

This sequel continues the horror story of haunted animatronic characters in a struggling entertainment venue. After the events of the first film, the story expands the mythology and introduces new characters and mysteries tied to the cursed location. The atmosphere aims for suspense and jump scares, but the pacing and narrative structure remain uneven. While fans of the original game may appreciate the references and continuity, the film does not significantly improve on the weaknesses of its predecessor and often feels repetitive in its horror approach.

48. Max Payne (2008)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 16%

Inspired by the noir-style video game, this film follows detective Max Payne as he seeks revenge after the brutal murder of his family. The story is filled with dark visuals, dreamlike sequences, and heavy themes of loss and obsession. Mark Wahlberg leads the cast, and the film attempts to capture the game’s gritty atmosphere through stylized action and slow-motion effects. However, the plot becomes increasingly confusing, and the emotional core is often lost beneath the visual style. While it succeeds in mood, it struggles with clarity and coherence.

47. Pokémon 4Ever (2002)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 16%

This installment in the Pokémon movie series introduces time travel as Ash and his friends encounter Celebi, a mythical Pokémon with the ability to move through different eras. The story shifts between past and present as the group tries to protect Celebi from danger. While it maintains the familiar themes of friendship and teamwork, the narrative is fairly simple and designed primarily for younger audiences. The emotional stakes are present but not deeply developed, making it a light and accessible entry in the franchise.

46. Hitman (2007)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 16%

This film introduces Agent 47, a genetically engineered assassin caught in a larger political conspiracy. Played by Timothy Olyphant, the character travels across Europe while trying to uncover who betrayed him. The movie combines action, espionage, and international intrigue, but the story becomes tangled and difficult to follow. While there are several intense action scenes and stylish visuals, the emotional depth of the character is not fully explored. As a result, it feels like a standard action thriller rather than a strong adaptation of the stealth-based game series.

45. Pokémon: The First Movie (1998)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 17%

One of the earliest cinematic entries in the Pokémon franchise, this film centers on the conflict between Ash and Mewtwo, a genetically engineered Pokémon struggling with identity and purpose. The story explores themes of creation and belonging but presents them in a way that is simple and accessible for younger audiences. The emotional moments, particularly involving sacrifice and friendship, resonated strongly with fans of the series at the time. However, for viewers outside the target audience, the narrative remains straightforward and limited in complexity.

44. Resident Evil: Apocalypse (2004)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 18%

This sequel expands the zombie outbreak into the streets of Raccoon City as the Umbrella Corporation attempts to contain the viral disaster. Milla Jovovich returns as Alice, who must navigate a collapsing city filled with infected creatures and military intervention. The film increases the scale of action compared to the first installment, introducing new characters and larger set pieces. However, the focus on spectacle comes at the expense of storytelling, and the plot often feels secondary to nonstop action sequences. While energetic, it lacks the tension and character development needed to make the stakes feel real.

43. Return to Silent Hill (2026)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 18%

This modern continuation of the Silent Hill story revisits the eerie and psychological horror world that fans know from the games. The plot follows James, a man drawn back into the cursed town after receiving a mysterious message from his lost love. As he searches for answers, he is pulled into disturbing realities that blur memory, guilt, and horror. Despite its atmospheric visuals and attempt to recreate the unsettling tone of the franchise, the film has been criticized for feeling slow and emotionally distant. The deeper psychological themes that made the source material powerful are not fully realized, leaving the story feeling more like a visual exercise than a compelling horror experience.

42. Doom (2005)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 18%

Based on the classic first-person shooter, this film takes place on a research facility on Mars where a team of soldiers is sent to investigate a deadly outbreak. What starts as a mission quickly turns into a fight for survival against mutated creatures created by experimental science gone wrong. Karl Urban and Dwayne Johnson lead the cast, and there is a brief section filmed in a first-person perspective as a nod to the original game. However, beyond that moment, the film relies heavily on standard sci-fi horror tropes. The characters are thinly written, and the plot moves in a predictable direction, making it more of an action showcase than a meaningful adaptation.

41. Assassin’s Creed (2016)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 18%

This adaptation of the hugely popular stealth-action franchise tries to expand the game’s lore into a large-scale cinematic universe. It follows a modern-day man who is forced into a secret war between two ancient factions through genetic memory technology that lets him relive the experiences of his assassin ancestor. While the film is visually ambitious and features strong performances from Michael Fassbender, Marion Cotillard, and Jeremy Irons, the story becomes overloaded with exposition and complicated mythology. Instead of feeling immersive, it often feels like it is explaining itself more than letting the audience experience the action. The result is a film that looks impressive but struggles to stay emotionally engaging.

40. Pokémon the Movie 2000: The Power of One (2000)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 19%

Follows Ash Ketchum as he becomes involved in a prophecy centered around the legendary Pokémon of fire, ice, and lightning. When a collector disrupts the natural balance by capturing these powerful creatures, the climate of the world begins to shift dangerously. Ash is drawn into a quest on Shamouti Island, where he must help restore harmony by retrieving the orbs tied to each legendary Pokémon. As storms grow stronger and the environment becomes unstable, Ash learns that the fate of the world depends on cooperation between humans and Pokémon, and on restoring balance among the legendary forces.

39. Pokémon Heroes (2003)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 20%

Takes place in the water-filled city of Altomare, where Ash and his friends arrive and become involved in a conflict surrounding two mysterious thieves and a powerful artifact called the Soul Dew. The city is known for its legendary guardians Latios and Latias, who protect it using psychic abilities tied to the Soul Dew’s energy. When the artifact is targeted for theft, the balance of the city is threatened, leading to a chase that moves through canals, rooftops, and hidden chambers. Ash is pulled into the conflict as he tries to protect the city and its legendary guardians while uncovering the true purpose behind the theft.

38. Pokémon 3: The Movie (2001)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 20%

Follows Ash Ketchum and his friends as they encounter a mysterious Pokémon known as the Unown, which has the power to reshape reality based on emotions and thoughts. When Ash becomes separated from his friends during their journey, a young girl named Molly is drawn into the influence of the Unown, creating an illusion-filled world that reflects her desires and fears. As the situation escalates, Ash and Pikachu must navigate this unstable environment to rescue their friends and restore balance before the Unown’s power permanently alters reality. The film explores themes of imagination, loss, and emotional connection through a fantastical Pokémon adventure.

37. Resident Evil: Afterlife (2010)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 21%

Continues Alice’s fight against the Umbrella Corporation in a world that has been almost completely overrun by the T-virus. Now traveling across a devastated landscape, Alice searches for other survivors while also trying to locate a rumored safe haven called Arcadia. Along the way, she reunites with old allies, including Claire Redfield (Ali Larter), as they attempt to escape both the infected and Umbrella’s advanced experiments. The story shifts between survival action and laboratory secrets, revealing more about Umbrella’s ongoing control attempts while Alice’s abilities continue to evolve in unpredictable ways.

36. Lara Croft: Tomb Raider (2001)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 21%

Introduces Lara Croft (Angelina Jolie) as a wealthy, highly trained archaeologist who lives a double life as a treasure hunter. When she discovers clues about an ancient artifact connected to the Illuminati, she is forced into a global race against powerful enemies seeking the same relic. The story follows her through ancient ruins, hidden temples, and secret societies as she tries to uncover the truth behind her father’s past while preventing a dangerous artifact from being used for global control. Blending action and myth, the film focuses on Lara’s independence, combat skills, and intelligence as she navigates a world full of hidden history and modern threats.

35. Ratchet & Clank (2016)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 22%

Brings the popular PlayStation characters to the big screen in a space adventure centered on unlikely heroes. Ratchet, a lone Lombax mechanic with big ambitions, dreams of joining the Galactic Rangers but is constantly underestimated. Clank, a small but highly intelligent robot, escapes from a dangerous weapons program and crosses paths with Ratchet. Together, they discover a plan led by Chairman Drek that threatens entire planets for corporate gain. As they team up with the Galactic Rangers, Ratchet and Clank learn how their combined strengths—bravery and intelligence—can challenge a galaxy-threatening conspiracy while growing into real heroes.

34. Need for Speed (2014)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 23%

Follows Tobey Marshall (Aaron Paul), a skilled street racer and mechanic whose life revolves around underground racing culture. After being framed for a crime he did not commit, Tobey is forced into a high-risk cross-country race organized by wealthy dealer Dino Brewster. What begins as a chance to clear his name quickly becomes a dangerous pursuit filled with police chases, rival racers, and shifting alliances. Along the way, Tobey partners with Julia Maddon (Imogen Poots), who becomes both a navigator and a key part of his journey. The film focuses on practical stunt driving and long-distance racing sequences, building tension around speed, revenge, and redemption.

33. Resident Evil: Extinction (2007)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 24%

Takes the franchise into a post-apocalyptic desert wasteland where humanity is on the edge of collapse due to the spread of the T-virus. Alice (Milla Jovovich), now enhanced with unpredictable abilities after Umbrella Corporation experiments, has been surviving alone while trying to stay ahead of the global outbreak. In the Nevada desert, she joins a convoy of survivors traveling in search of safety, but their journey is constantly threatened by infected creatures and Umbrella’s ongoing experiments. As Alice learns more about her evolving powers, the group faces increasing danger from both the undead and corporate forces still trying to control the virus, turning survival into a constant struggle against extinction itself.

32. Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life (2003)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 24%

Continues the globe-trotting adventures of Lara Croft (Angelina Jolie), who is drawn into another high-stakes race to uncover a powerful ancient artifact before it falls into the wrong hands. This time, Lara is searching for Pandora’s Box, a mythical relic said to contain devastating forces. She is pushed across multiple continents, navigating underground temples, underwater ruins, and heavily guarded locations while facing rival treasure hunters led by Jonathan Reiss (Ciarán Hinds) and Chen Lo (Simon Yam). The story blends archaeological mystery with action-heavy sequences, as Lara uses her combat skills, intelligence, and instincts to stay ahead in a dangerous pursuit where history, myth, and modern greed collide.

31. Super Mario Bros. (1993)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 24%

This is a loose and highly stylized adaptation of the iconic Nintendo franchise that takes the familiar idea of Mario and Luigi and pushes it into a strange, dystopian sci-fi world. Instead of the bright, playful Mushroom Kingdom, the film imagines a darker parallel universe where evolution took a very different path. Brooklyn plumbers Mario (Bob Hoskins) and Luigi (John Leguizamo) are pulled into this bizarre setting after meeting Princess Daisy (Samantha Mathis), who is caught in a conflict with the ruthless King Koopa (Dennis Hopper). Koopa rules a dinosaur-descended human society and is determined to merge both worlds for his own control. As the brothers try to survive this chaotic reality, they are forced into a mission that mixes rescue adventure with surreal world-building and unconventional interpretations of the source material.

30. Resident Evil: Retribution (2012)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 28%

Continues Alice’s fight against the Umbrella Corporation after she is captured and placed inside a massive underwater testing facility. There, she discovers a series of simulated environments designed to recreate outbreaks in different cities around the world. As she moves through these controlled scenarios, Alice encounters both allies and enemies, including cloned versions of people she once knew. The facility is revealed to be part of Umbrella’s ongoing experiments to study the T-virus and its effects. The film blends action-heavy sequences with shifting realities as Alice tries to escape and expose the corporation’s remaining power.

29. Warcraft (2016)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 29%

Takes place in the fantasy world of Azeroth, where humans and orcs are drawn into a violent conflict as a dying orc world forces its people to seek a new home. Orc leader Gul’dan opens a portal between worlds, bringing his warriors into human territory and igniting a war between the two races. On the human side, leaders struggle to understand the invasion while defending their kingdoms from destruction. On the orc side, some begin to question the cost of their survival. The story builds around political tension, magic, and large-scale battles as both sides face difficult choices about war, loyalty, and survival.

28. Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City (2021)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 30%

Returns to the origins of the Umbrella Corporation outbreak, showing how the infection began to spread through the isolated town of Raccoon City. Claire Redfield (Kaya Scodelario) comes back to her hometown after uncovering signs of corporate wrongdoing, only to find the city in chaos. Alongside her brother Chris Redfield (Robbie Amell) and other survivors, she discovers that the Umbrella Corporation’s experiments have turned the town into a deadly quarantine zone filled with mutated creatures. The film focuses on survival horror elements and attempts to stay closer to the early events of the original video games.

27. D.O.A.: Dead or Alive (2006)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 32%

Follows a group of highly skilled fighters invited to an exclusive martial arts tournament held on a remote island. Among them are Princess Kasumi (Devon Aoki), Tina Armstrong (Jaime Pressly), and Christie Allen (Holly Valance), each drawn into the competition for personal reasons. As the tournament unfolds, the fighters realize that the event is not just about skill and victory, but part of a larger hidden agenda. They are forced to form uneasy alliances while uncovering the truth behind the mysterious organizer and the real purpose of the competition. The film focuses on stylized combat and fast-paced action sequences inspired by the video game series.

26. Silent Hill (2006)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 34%

Centers on Rose (Radha Mitchell), a mother who travels with her adopted daughter to the eerie town of Silent Hill in search of a cure for her illness. After a car accident separates them, Rose finds herself trapped in a fog-covered town that shifts between reality and a dark alternate dimension filled with nightmarish creatures. As she searches for her daughter, she uncovers disturbing secrets about the town’s past, including its connection to fire, punishment, and religious fanaticism. The film explores themes of guilt and trauma through its haunting environments and symbolic horror imagery.

25. Five Nights at Freddy’s (2023)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 33%

Follows a troubled young security guard (Josh Hutcherson) who takes a night job at an abandoned family entertainment center called Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza. What initially seems like a quiet and simple job quickly turns into a nightmare as the animatronic mascots begin behaving in disturbing and unpredictable ways after hours. As the nights progress, the guard uncovers the dark history of the restaurant and the tragic events tied to it. The story builds tension through isolation, mystery, and psychological horror, focusing on survival as the truth behind the location slowly comes to light.

24. Resident Evil (2002)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 36%

Introduces Alice (Milla Jovovich) as she wakes up with no memory inside a secret underground facility known as “The Hive.” She is soon forced into a mission with a military team sent to contain a deadly outbreak caused by the Umbrella Corporation’s experiments. As they descend deeper into the facility, they encounter mutated creatures and rogue security systems that make survival increasingly difficult. The group slowly realizes that the situation is far more dangerous than they were prepared for, as the virus has already escaped into the outside world. The film sets the foundation for the franchise’s blend of horror, action, and corporate conspiracy.

23. Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time (2010)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 37%

Follows Prince Dastan (Jake Gyllenhaal), who becomes entangled in a royal conspiracy after discovering a powerful dagger capable of reversing time. After being accused of a crime he did not commit, he is forced to go on the run with Princess Tamina (Gemma Arterton), who knows the dagger’s true importance. Together, they uncover a plot involving ancient forces and political betrayal that could change the fate of the kingdom. The story mixes desert adventure, parkour-style action, and mythological elements as Dastan learns to trust others while trying to protect a relic that could destroy reality if misused.

22. Resident Evil: The Final Chapter (2016)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 38%

Concludes Alice’s long battle against the Umbrella Corporation in a world that has been devastated by the T-virus outbreak. Alice (Milla Jovovich) returns to Raccoon City, where the story of the virus first began, in order to confront the final stages of Umbrella’s plans. Humanity is nearly wiped out, and survivors are scattered while mutated creatures dominate the ruined landscape. Alice must navigate through heavily guarded Umbrella facilities and underground systems to uncover the truth behind the outbreak and put an end to it. The film combines fast-paced action with large-scale destruction as it brings the long-running storyline to a close.

21. Uncharted (2022)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 41%

Follows street-smart treasure hunter Nathan Drake (Tom Holland) as he is pulled into a dangerous global search for lost riches tied to historical explorer Ferdinand Magellan. He is recruited by Victor “Sully” Sullivan (Mark Wahlberg), an experienced fortune seeker who believes the treasure is real and worth pursuing despite the risks. As they travel across different countries, they face rival treasure hunters, shifting alliances, and puzzles left behind by ancient expeditions. The journey becomes a mix of survival, betrayal, and discovery, as Nate begins to uncover clues about his own past while trying to stay ahead of those who will do anything to reach the treasure first.

20. Mortal Kombat (1995)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 44%

Brings the famous fighting game to life through a supernatural martial arts tournament where Earth’s defenders are chosen to face off against warriors from another dimension. Lord Rayden (Christopher Lambert) assembles a small group of fighters including Liu Kang (Robin Shou), Sonya Blade (Bridgette Wilson), and Johnny Cage (Linden Ashby), each with their own reasons for entering the deadly competition. They are sent to an otherworldly island where powerful enemies, including Shang Tsung and his forces, await them. The story builds around the idea that if Earth loses the tournament, the balance between realms will collapse. The film focuses on battles, elemental powers, and the idea of destiny, blending fantasy mythology with stylized combat inspired by the original arcade game.

19. Monster Hunter (2020)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 44%

Follows Captain Artemis (Milla Jovovich), a soldier who is transported from Earth into a hostile desert world filled with massive, dangerous creatures. Stranded with her team, she quickly realizes that normal weapons are ineffective against the monsters that dominate this environment. She encounters a skilled hunter known as The Hunter (Tony Jaa), who teaches her how to survive in this new world using specialized weapons and combat techniques. As they work together, they face increasingly powerful creatures that threaten both their survival and the fragile balance of the world they are trapped in.

18. Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within (2001)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 44%

Takes place in a futuristic world where Earth has been devastated by invisible alien-like entities known as Phantoms. Scientist Dr. Aki Ross searches for a way to defeat them using a theory that connects life energy to planetary balance. Alongside a military team led by Captain Gray Edwards, she travels across a ruined planet gathering “spirits” that may hold the key to stopping the invasion. As tensions rise between scientific understanding and military force, the story explores the connection between life, energy, and survival in a world struggling to recover from near extinction.

17. The Angry Birds Movie (2016)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 44%

Follows Red (Jason Sudeikis), an outsider bird who struggles to fit into a cheerful island community where most residents are overly optimistic and carefree. His short temper sets him apart, but when a group of mysterious green pigs arrives on the island, Red becomes suspicious of their intentions. As the pigs begin to secretly take over parts of the island, Red teams up with other misfit birds like Chuck and Bomb to uncover their true plan. The story follows their efforts to defend their home, turning their differences into strengths as they prepare for a full-scale bird-versus-pig conflict.

16. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (2026)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 42%

Expands the Mario universe beyond the Mushroom Kingdom, sending Mario, Luigi, and Princess Peach on an intergalactic journey across multiple planets and cosmic environments. The adventure introduces new worlds filled with gravity-defying landscapes, unusual lifeforms, and expanding threats that affect the entire galaxy. As they travel through space, the group faces new challenges that test their teamwork and abilities in unfamiliar environments. The story builds on exploration and scale, taking familiar characters into a much larger cosmic setting where the stakes extend far beyond their original world.

15. A Minecraft Movie (2025)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 47%

Brings the block-based world of Minecraft to life as a group of misfits is suddenly pulled into a pixelated universe built entirely from imagination and survival rules. Led by characters like Garrett “The Garbage Man” Garrison (Jason Momoa) and Henry (Jack Black), the group must learn how to craft, build, and survive in a world where creativity directly affects their ability to live. They encounter familiar creatures, dangerous landscapes, and challenges that require teamwork and quick thinking. As they try to find a way home, they also discover that the world of Minecraft is threatened by forces that could destroy its creative balance.

14. Until Dawn (2025)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 51%

Follows Clover (Ella Rubin) and her group of friends as they travel to a remote valley to investigate the mysterious disappearance of Clover’s sister. What begins as a search for answers quickly turns into a cycle of repeated horror events, where time resets after each deadly outcome. As they explore abandoned locations and uncover clues, the group realizes they are trapped in a loop that forces them to relive different versions of terrifying scenarios. Each reset reveals new dangers and hidden truths about the valley, pushing them closer to understanding the force controlling their fate and how to survive it.

13. Rampage (2018)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 51%

Centers on primatologist Davis Okoye (Dwayne Johnson), who shares a strong bond with George, a highly intelligent gorilla he has cared for since birth. When a genetic experiment goes wrong, George and two other animals are exposed to a substance that causes them to grow rapidly and become extremely aggressive. As the creatures begin destroying cities across North America, Davis teams up with scientist Dr. Kate Caldwell (Naomie Harris) to find a way to reverse the mutation. The situation escalates into large-scale destruction, with the government attempting to stop the rampaging animals while Davis fights to save George and prevent a global catastrophe.

12. Tomb Raider (2018)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 52%

Follows Lara Croft (Alicia Vikander) as she sets out to uncover the mystery of her missing father, Richard Croft, who disappeared while investigating a legendary tomb. Refusing to accept his presumed death, Lara follows his clues to a hidden island near Japan, where a secret organization is also searching for an ancient tomb tied to a dangerous myth. As she explores deadly traps, underground ruins, and forgotten history, Lara is forced to push beyond her limits to survive. The journey transforms her from an independent but uncertain young woman into a resourceful survivor, shaped by danger, discovery, and the legacy of her father’s research.

11. Mortal Kombat (2021)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 55%

Reintroduces the long-running fighting franchise with a story centered on MMA fighter Cole Young (Lewis Tan), who is unaware of his hidden lineage and why he is being hunted. He is drawn into a secret conflict between Earth’s champions and warriors from the Outworld, an alternate realm ruled by the deadly Shang Tsung. As Cole trains alongside fighters like Sonya Blade (Jessica McNamee) and Liu Kang, he learns about an ancient tournament that decides the fate of Earth. Each fighter carries a mystical “arcana” power that must be awakened to survive the coming battles. The film focuses on brutal combat, supernatural abilities, and a looming war between dimensions that threatens humanity’s survival.

10. The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 59%

This is a bright, fast-moving animated adventure that takes Nintendo’s iconic characters and builds a full fantasy world around them. Mario and Luigi, two Brooklyn plumbers, are suddenly pulled into the Mushroom Kingdom, a colorful realm filled with familiar faces, strange creatures, and shifting landscapes. When the brothers are separated early in their journey, Mario teams up with Princess Peach while Luigi becomes trapped in a darker world controlled by Bowser. As Mario learns how this new world works, he is pushed into a quest that mixes platform-style challenges, power-ups, and teamwork. The story builds toward a large-scale confrontation with Bowser, who is determined to take over multiple kingdoms, forcing Mario, Peach, and their allies to unite in order to stop him and restore balance.

9. Iron Lung (2026)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 62%

In a future where the stars and planets have vanished, humanity’s remnants survive in isolated metal vessels drifting through a dead universe. One such vessel descends into a blood-filled ocean on a desolate moon, where a lone pilot is tasked with documenting what lies beneath the surface. As the mission continues, isolation and mounting dread blur the line between observation and survival.

8. Sonic the Hedgehog (2020)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 64%

Sonic, a super-fast alien hedgehog, finds himself on Earth and quickly draws the attention of government forces and the eccentric scientist Dr. Robotnik. As Sonic forms an unlikely friendship with small-town sheriff Tom Wachowski, the two are forced to work together to stop Robotnik from capturing Sonic and exploiting his powers for global domination.

7. Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story (2023)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 65%

Based on the real-life journey of Jann Mardenborough, the film follows a teenage gamer whose exceptional skills in the Gran Turismo racing simulation earn him a chance to compete in professional motorsport. As he transitions from virtual tracks to real-world racing circuits, he must overcome intense physical, emotional, and competitive challenges to prove that his unconventional path into the sport is legitimate.

6. Pokémon Detective Pikachu (2019)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 68%

When private detective Harry Goodman mysteriously disappears, his son Tim reluctantly teams up with Harry’s former Pokémon partner, Detective Pikachu—who can strangely communicate only with him. Together, they uncover a sprawling conspiracy in Ryme City, a metropolis where humans and Pokémon coexist, leading them through a neon-lit investigation filled with unexpected twists and dangerous experiments.

5. Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (2022)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 69%

After settling into his new life in Green Hills, Sonic is eager to prove himself as a true hero, but his ambitions are quickly tested when Dr. Robotnik returns—this time with a powerful new ally, Knuckles. As the conflict escalates, Sonic teams up with Tails, embarking on a globe-spanning adventure to stop an ancient and dangerous power from falling into the wrong hands.

4. Mortal Kombat II (2026)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 65%

The next chapter in the Mortal Kombat saga escalates the conflict between Earthrealm and Outworld as new champions rise and old warriors return to settle unfinished scores. As the tournament expands in scope and brutality, fighters are forced to confront not only their enemies but the deeper cosmic forces manipulating the battle for dominance across realms.

3 The Angry Birds Movie 2 (2019)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 72%

Red, Chuck, Bomb, and the rest of the Bird Island crew are forced into an uneasy alliance with their longtime rivals, the pigs, when a new external threat endangers both of their homes. What begins as a reluctant truce evolves into a full-scale mission involving elaborate schemes, unexpected teamwork, and escalating comedic chaos across multiple islands.

2. Werewolves Within (2021)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 86%

When a proposed pipeline project divides the small town of Beaverfield, tensions simmer beneath the surface just as a violent snowstorm traps residents together inside a remote inn. A newly arrived forest ranger finds herself caught in the middle of growing paranoia as the group begins to suspect that a mysterious killer may be hiding among them—possibly something far more monstrous than human.

1. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 86%

Sonic returns in his most high-stakes cinematic adventure to date as he, Knuckles, and Tails reunite to face a powerful new threat that endangers both Earth and the wider universe. As old rivalries resurface and new alliances are tested, the team must push their abilities—and their friendship—to the limit in a race against escalating chaos.

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