20 movies that made history with their box office flops

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Blade Runner 2049 (2017) | Image Source: Warner Bros. Pictures

11. The 13th Warrior (1999)

The 13th Warrior (1999) | Image Source: Touchstone Pictures

Based on Michael Crichton's novel Eaters of the Dead, The 13th Warrior was a historical epic that had a budget of $100 million, which ballooned to $160 million after reshoots. Despite its majestic visuals and expansive storytelling, it earned only $61 million worldwide. Critics underlined its weak development of characters and muddled pace. The backroom tension also included Crichton taking the directorial reins; this added to the chaos. Although the movie has since picked up a decent cult following, its initial box office failure stands as a sharp warning about the production issues and mismatched creative visions.

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20 movies that made history with their box office flops

11. The 13th Warrior (1999)

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