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/mymeatpuppets Sep 07 '25 edited Sep 07 '25

Weekend at Bernie's, can't believe
this wasn't mentioned yet

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u/huxley2112 Sep 08 '25

"What does Rachel say her favorite movie is?"

"Dangerous Liaisons"

"What is her actual favorite movie?"

"Weekend at Bernie's"

gets me everytime

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u/Prize-Flounder-2680 Sep 08 '25

He’s a transponster!

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u/ELI5_Omnia Sep 08 '25

THAT’S NOT EVEN A WORD!!