Actors Who Ruined Their Careers with One Movie

Once a heartthrob of the “Twilight” saga, Taylor Lautner’s attempt to transition into a leading man in action films with “Abduction” backfired. Despite the anticipation, the film was critically panned and flopped at the box office. This significant setback steered Lautner away from major roles, and he has since struggled to regain the prominence he once held.

Riding high on the success of “Clueless,” Alicia Silverstone’s career took a nosedive after her portrayal of Batgirl in “Batman & Robin.” The film was a critical disaster, earning Silverstone a Razzie Award and derailing her trajectory as a leading actress in Hollywood.

Nicolas Cage, known for his early career successes, faced a downturn with “Bangkok Dangerous.” A string of flops culminated in this critically maligned film, which failed to make a mark at the box office. Cage’s career took a hit, leading him to reevaluate his choices and eventually find a niche in more offbeat roles.

Demi Moore, once Hollywood’s highest-paid actress, experienced a severe career slump following “Striptease.” Despite a record-breaking salary, the film was a box office disaster. This failure, combined with subsequent project flops, significantly impacted Moore’s standing in the industry.

John Travolta’s career, characterized by dramatic ups and downs, suffered a major blow with “Battlefield Earth.” This passion project of Travolta’s was critically panned and a box office failure, leading him to roles in less prominent films and direct-to-DVD releases.

After an Oscar-winning performance in “Monster’s Ball,” Halle Berry’s choice to star in “Catwoman” proved detrimental. The film was a critical and commercial failure, significantly slowing the momentum of her career. Berry has since taken on a mix of roles and even ventured into directing.

Jennifer Lopez’s flourishing career hit a roadblock with “Gigli.” The film’s failure led to a reduction in leading roles for Lopez. However, she has recently seen a resurgence, particularly in romantic comedies.

Lindsay Lohan, a star from a young age, saw her career spiral after “I Know Who Killed Me.” The film was critically derided and a box office failure. Lohan’s personal troubles compounded the impact on her career, although she has made a recent return with a Netflix Christmas movie.

Orlando Bloom’s meteoric rise was halted by “Elizabethtown.” The film’s failure critically and at the box office undermined his status as an A-lister. Bloom has since taken on a mix of smaller film projects and stage roles.

Known for his comedic roles, Adam Sandler faced backlash with “Jack and Jill.” The film was critically panned, and audience disapproval led to a downturn in his career. However, Sandler has found success in dramatic roles, showcasing his range as an actor.

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