Prime Video’s Latest Sci-Fi Reboot Receives 0% Rotten Tomatoes Score

Ice Cube’s film adaptation of War of the Worlds has unfortunately garnered a 0% Rotten Tomatoes score after receiving some harsh feedback from critics. This modern take on the classic 1898 novel by HG Wells made its debut on Amazon Prime Video just last week.

In this sci-fi thriller, Ice Cube plays the role of Will Radford, a Homeland Security expert in surveillance and threat assessment, while Eva Longoria portrays Dr. Sandra Salas. The plot centers around a group of survivors working together to fight off extraterrestrial forces that are hellbent on wiping out humanity. Joining them in the cast are Clark Gregg, Andrea Savage, and other talented actors.

Directed by Rich Lee and filmed in 2020, War of the Worlds currently sits at a 0% critics rating and a 12% audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics have not been kind, citing dull performances, lackluster direction, and a shallow storyline as major drawbacks of the film.

According to Variety’s Peter Debruge, watching War of the Worlds feels like enduring a series of commercials before getting to the main content. ScreenAnarchy’s Peter Martin echoes this sentiment, labeling the movie as a 90-minute advertisement for Amazon.

Despite being the most-watched film on the streaming platform globally, audience reviews have not been much better. Some have expressed their disappointment, with one viewer describing it as the worst film they’ve ever seen.

As we ponder over the success of this latest adaptation of War of the Worlds, it’s interesting to note how this story has been retold over the years, sparking moments of panic and controversy. While the film may not have hit the mark this time around, the classic tale of alien invasion continues to captivate audiences on Amazon Prime Video.