Sean Connery's Flop: The Avengers Movie and its Rotten Tomatoes Score

Sean Connery: A "What If" Story With a Rotten Tomatoes Review

In this intriguing article, the James Bond Franchise and its influence on a famous film flop, The Avengers, is explored. The question "What if" Sean Connery, who is known for Sean Connery James Bond, decided to take a turn as a Bond Villain, instead?

Is The Avengers Movie Really That Bad?

Get ready, as the film has a shockingly bad Rotten Tomatoes Score! It got just a 5%, making it the lowest reviewed film of Sean Connery's career. So, you are right to wonder! Why such a bad Movie Review?

What Does The Movie Star?

The Avengers with Ralph Fiennes as Steed, Uma Thurman as Emma Peel and Sean Connery as Sir Wynter Image

The Avengers was supposed to have some fantastic stars, including the likes of Ralph Fiennes, Uma Thurman, and the one and only Sean Connery.

Who Plays The Villain?

Sean Connery as Sir Wynter wearing a teddy bear suit in The Avengers 1998 Image

Sean Connery is cast as a Bond Movie Villain. In the story, he plays Sir August de Wynter! It seems the role's humor isn't far off from Bond Villain personas from James Bond films.

What Were Sean Connery's Feelings About Playing James Bond?

A picture of a faceless James Bond standing in the barrel of a gun from the James Bond franchise Image

While Sean Connery Movies might be among some of the greatest films ever made, the actor had his own opinions. He didn't always like how the series impacted his career, making him think he would have had a different path in film. It even led to some disagreements between the actor and producers when it came to James Bond salary!

Why Was This The "Avengers Assemble" Remake A Disaster?

Ralph Fiennes as M and Daniel Craig as James Bond in No Time To Die Image

The Avengers was meant to be a big hit for Warner Bros., taking inspiration from a successful English television show! Unfortunately, there was a big gap between those watching the show (many found it to be iconic), and the box office, leading to the show having one of the biggest Movie Review losses.

Could The Avengers Movie Have Been More Successful?

A writer who worked on the project believes there was an early version that had potential. It might have had an entirely different reception, though! It would be exciting to see a remastered or recut version.