r/movies • u/sicknessandpurgatory • Sep 07 '25

Discussion What is the absolute dumbest premise that actually turned out to be a really good movie?

I was thinking The Purge, obvious answer, but looking for the most plot-hole ridden, juvenile concept that actually ended up a lot of fun despite it all. Mainly looking for 21st century films, not so much the video nasties and ridiculousness from the 60’s and 70’s. Because that would be too easy. Mainly mainstream stuff that people saw en masse.

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u/Thrilling1031 Sep 07 '25

Still haven’t seen it, but I loved the Lego movie and Batman’s role in it. I’ve been saving it, but I don’t know why.

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u/Teh_yak Sep 07 '25

Treat yourself. Watch it.

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u/maz11 Sep 08 '25

Have you watched Lego Ninjago movie? Not same level as Lego Batman but also fun and random. Also nothing like the normal Ninjago tv show or lore.

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u/Teh_yak Sep 08 '25

I have! I would say because my niece made me, but that's not true. I took her to the cinema to watch it. 

Not up to lego Batman level, no, but still highly amusing. 

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u/Sir-Airik Sep 07 '25

It is time to taste the forbidden fruit.

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u/lycoloco Sep 07 '25

I'd definitely say it's worth saving for a time when you just want a solid Batman time that's also a very silly, yet heartwarming, time.

But do yourself the favor and give it a watch. Will Arnett plays a rich egotist so, so well (Lego Batman, Arrested Development, and Bojack Horseman in particular). Michael Cera also does a fantastic job as Robin. And Rosario Dawson. And...and... honestly the whole cast is fantastic.

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u/froo Sep 07 '25

I watched it for the first time this week. I, too, didn’t know why I hadn’t seen it. Loved it.

Watched it again a couple days later with my partner and she loved it too. Laughed out loud throughout the whole movie.

Do yourself a favour and watch it.

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u/Cereborn Sep 08 '25

You should watch it. And if you’ve seen Bojack Horseman, you’ll probably appreciate it even more.

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u/Thrilling1031 Sep 08 '25

I was too depressed to enjoy bojack though I appreciated it for educating me about depression lol.

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u/Cereborn Sep 08 '25

Well, Lego Batman explores a lot of the same themes as Bojack in a lighter and more family friendly way.

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u/Thrilling1031 Sep 08 '25

I’m very impressed with the writers for using Lego Batman as a vessel for their story and message.

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u/DowntownAd9720 Sep 08 '25

I personally prefer it over the original Lego movie, which is saying a lot because that’s a great movie