10 Awful Movies That Actors Loved Shooting

10. Laurence Olivier - Inchon

After starring in the universally acclaimed epic Lawrence of Arabia, talented British actor Laurence Olivier continued his standout career in the theatre business, directing countless stage productions. When it came to later films, however, the actor never had a role that matched his iconic desert odyssey.

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Olivier's reputation still stood strong and director Terence Young felt the legendary actor was a great pick for 1981's Inchon - itself an adaptation of the Pacific Theatre of World War II - and Laurence was taken on to play American General Douglas McArthur.

One of the final films of Olivier's career, the actor was clear and up front that he was on board with Inchon for the big payday, yet he still enjoyed getting into the character of Douglas McArthur and adapting his voice to match the Pacific General.

Laurence Olivier was paid $1 million for his role in Inchon, and when interviewed said, "Nothing is beneath me if it pays well. I've earned the right to damn well grab whatever I can in the time I've got left."

Despite Terrence Young's best efforts, Inchon was a colossal failure and ended up losing over $41 million against a budget of $46 million. Still, at least Oliver went out with enthusiasm.

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