Russell Crowe’s Latest Film Struggles with Poor Ratings on Rotten Tomatoes Following The Exorcism’s 28% Review

Russell Crowe has recently faced a disappointing trajectory at the box office, as evidenced by the latest addition to his filmography. Known for his standout performances in classics like L.A. Confidential, Gladiator, and A Beautiful Mind, Crowe has long been regarded as a leading figure in Hollywood. However, his recent projects tell a different story, with several films earning less than favorable reviews from critics.

The online review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes classifies films with an overall score below 60% as “Rotten.”Crowe’s latest outing, Kraven the Hunter, has unfortunately added to this trend. It marks a low point in 2024 for the actor, as this is his third film this year to achieve a “Rotten”score. Previously, The Exorcism and Sleeping Dogs also received lackluster responses from both audiences and critics.

Kraven the Hunter: Another “Rotten” Addition to Crowe’s Filmography

Will Kraven the Hunter End Crowe’s Disappointing Streak?

Aaron Taylor Johnson in Kraven the Hunter

Produced by Sony Pictures, Kraven the Hunter revolves around one of Spider-Man’s notorious adversaries. The film is part of Sony’s expanded Spider-Man universe, which includes films like Venom, Morbius, and Madame Web. While Venom garnered a following, both Morbius and Madame Web faced severe criticism, setting a low expectation for Kraven the Hunter.

Currently, the film holds a dismal 15% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. In this movie, Crowe portrays Nikolai Kravinoff, a ruthless Russian gangster and the father of the main character. Critics have noted that the film fails to resonate with audiences, deeming it an unremarkable entry in the superhero genre. Following the poor reception of Kraven the Hunter, questions linger regarding the future of Sony’s Spider-Man universe.

Breakdown of Crowe’s Recent Film Releases

Recent Crowe Films Struggle to Impress

With Sony’s recent projects performing poorly, it raises concerns about Crowe’s decision to star in Kraven the Hunter. Unfortunately, his other recent films have also underperformed. Out of his last ten movies, only two bear the “Fresh”label on Rotten Tomatoes—both with modest scores.

Russell Crowe’s Last 10 Movies	RT Critics Score
Kraven the Hunter (2024)	15%
The Exorcism (2024)	27%
Sleeping Dogs (2024)	43%
Land of Bad (2024)	67%
The Pope’s Exorcist (2023)	51%
Poker Face (2022)	9%
The Greatest Beer Run Ever (2022)	43%
Prizefighter: The Life of Jem Belcher (2022)	20%
Thor: Love and Thunder (2022)	63%
Unhinged (2020)	49%

Among his films, only 2024’s Land of Bad and 2022’s Thor: Love and Thunder earned ratings of 67% and 63%, respectively. These scores indicate a lack of critical acclaim overall. The current trend signals that Russell Crowe is navigating a challenging period in his career, and fans are hopeful for a return to form with a critically acclaimed project soon.

Source: Rotten Tomatoes

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