10 Underrated Performances In Obvious Cash-Grab Movies
Sometimes a shameless remake can give birth to a rather special turn.
Cash grab movie projects aren't exactly anything new. The act of throwing together a flick in the quest of more of that fine green dollar has been present in the film industry for what feels like forever. Why settle for just one financially successful hit when you can possibly double your earnings with a highly anticipated sequel or remake?
Unfortunately though, when it comes to these clear (and sometimes shameless) attempts to capitalise on the prior success of a property, the performances on show sometimes leave a lot to be desired for a number of reasons.
However, every once in a while an actor truly rises to the sequel or remake occasion and produces a remarkable turn which sticks out like a sore thumb for all the right reasons.
Whether they were putting their own spin on a previously well-known character, reprising a role they were synonymous with or just having the time of their life in a mindless blockbuster, each of these following 10 thespians all acted their socks off and produced a performance which deserved a lot more praise than it actually got when the cash grab in question hit the big screen.
10. Dwayne Johnson - Jumanji: The Next Level
It's safe to assume that most people expected much of the same when it came to Sony's obvious cash grab sequel to their 2017 Jumanji reboot, Jumanji: The Next Level. And for the most part, that's exactly what we got.
The team of teens transported into the world of Jumanji via a games console once again found themselves having to battle through various challenges and obstacles to win the game. However, there was one rather unexpected twist which was absolutely worth the price of admission alone in this largely safe return to the jungle.
The decision to have Spencer's grandfather, played hilariously by Danny DeVito, jump into Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson's hulking body for a large stretch of the flick produced some of the funniest moments of 2019. Though his NYC accent may have been a tad OTT on occasion, Johnson's mannerisms and ticks as a DeVito possessed Dr. Bravestone were a joy to behold and were only heightened by real-life pal and regular on-screen parring partner Kevin Hart channelling his inner Danny Glover throughout the movie.
Sure, you'll probably forget the majority of this flick as soon as you're finished with it, but the image of Johnson whooping bad guy's ass whilst delivering DeVito-infused trash talk won't leave your mind any time soon.