The WORST episodes of Nostalgia Critic
Every episode of Nostalgia Critic ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Nostalgia Critic!
Nostalgia Critic is a popular video series created by Chicago comedian Doug Walker. In the show, he plays the titular Nostalgia Critic, a grumpy and easily aggravated character who mostly reviews entertainment from the 1980s and 1990s. His catch-phrase, "I'm the Nostalgia Critic. I remember it, so you don't have to," usually opens and ends each video.
#1 - Avatar
Season 13 - Episode 21 - Aired 5/27/2020
It was the biggest film of all time for years, so why does nobody care about it? Nostalgia Critic looks back at how James Cameron's sci-fi adventure holds up over ten years later. Let's take a look at Avatar.
#2 - The Lion King (2019)
Season 13 - Episode 30 - Aired 7/29/2020
It's one of Disney's highest grossing movies, yet so many people hate it. Let's find out why the remake of a timeless classic fell hard off of Pride Rock. The Nostalgia Critic reviews the live action Lion King from 2019.
#3 - The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Season 13 - Episode 29 - Aired 7/22/2020
It's one of Disney's darkest films, as well as one of Nostalgia Critic's favorites! So what works so well about it and what crumbles like a stone gargoyle? Let's take a look at The Hunchback of Notre Dame.
#4 - Battleship
Season 13 - Episode 28 - Aired 7/15/2020
Yep, this was a thing. Just when Micheal Bay thought he could make a movie out of any toy that went "boom," a different kind of bomb happened instead. Nostalgia Critic takes a look at Battleship.
#5 - Mouse Hunt
Season 13 - Episode 27 - Aired 7/8/2020
Nobody knows what to make of it. Is it dark or light? Clever or dumb? Beautiful or hideous? Nostalgia Critic looks over the late 90s slapstick family film Mouse Hunt.
#6 - Alita: Battle Angel
Season 13 - Episode 26 - Aired 7/1/2020
Though it got mixed reviews and wasn't the hit some hoped for, there's still a ton of awesomeness that isn't appreciated enough in this anime adaptation! Nostalgia Critic takes a look at Alita: Battle Angel.
#7 - Elektra
Season 13 - Episode 25 - Aired 6/24/2020
The Daredevil spinoff didn't wow as many audiences as it would've liked. Let's see if it's as offensive as many comic fans say it is. Nostalgia Critic takes a look at Marvel's Elektra.
#8 - Totally Spies The Movie
Season 13 - Episode 24 - Aired 6/17/2020
The trio have lasted a surprisingly long time in the public's eye. Let's see if Nostalgia Critic finds anything of value years later with Totally Spies! The Movie.
#9 - Superman Returns
Season 13 - Episode 23 - Aired 6/10/2020
How can the most famous superhero of all time be turned into such a super bore? Nostalgia Critic takes a look at why the man of steel failed to take flight over a decade ago. Let's take a look at Superman Returns.
#10 - Stuart Little 2
Season 13 - Episode 22 - Aired 6/3/2020
In the sequel to the family smash, Stuart gets friendly with a bird, but what will the children look like? Nostalgia Critic gives his thoughts on the early 2000s followup. Let's take a look at Stuart Little 2.
#11 - The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland
Season 13 - Episode 31 - Aired 8/5/2020
By popular demand (and incredible resistance), Nostalgia Critic takes a look at the Sesame Street film based on one of the most annoying red crazes. Let's finally take a look at The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland.
#12 - Alpha and Omega
Season 13 - Episode 20 - Aired 5/20/2020
It's been requested for years, so Nostalgia Critic finally looks over the animated kids film from ten years ago. It's...interesting to say the least. Let's see what all the fuss is about with Alpha and Omega.
#13 - Freaked
Season 14 - Episode 16 - Aired 4/28/2021
Few people saw it, but it's one of the funniest and strangest movies ever made! What is it that makes it so crazy and why do so few people know about it? Nostalgia Critic takes a look Freaked.
#14 - Wonder Woman 1984
Season 14 - Episode 15 - Aired 4/21/2021
Some people love it, some people hate it, but Nostalgia Critic has his own strange take on this very odd sequel. Check out what he has to say about Wonder Woman's retro return! Let's take a look at Wonder Woman 1984.
#15 - Critters
Season 13 - Episode 19 - Aired 5/13/2020
The 80s cult hit Critters made people scream with laughter and fear, but mostly laughter. Nostalgia Critic sees if it's still as entertaining so many years later.
#16 - CG vs Hand Drawn Animation
Season 13 - Episode 18 - Aired 5/6/2020
Though 3D animation has dominated the market for awhile, is there anything we're missing by not giving 2D another chance? Nostalgia Critic breaks down his thoughts on CG vs Hand Drawn Animations on a new editorial.
#17 - Independence Day: Resurgence
Season 13 - Episode 17 - Aired 4/29/2020
The old crew is back, well, some of them, to bring us a sequel nobody asked for. Nostalgia Critic checks out the messy explosion of the no doubt expanding franchise. Is Independence Day: Resurgence worth a watch? Find out now!
#18 - Frozen 2
Season 13 - Episode 16 - Aired 4/22/2020
Frozen 2 won a ton of people over, but the Nostalgia Critic seems to be missing the boat. What is he missing? Take a look to figure out.
#19 - Dolittle
Season 13 - Episode 15 - Aired 4/15/2020
The classic storybook character comes to the big screen again, we think, we're not sure what this is. It's crazy, we definitely know that, and impossible to look away when you start watching. Nostalgia Critic takes a look at Dolittle.
#20 - The Lost Boys
Season 13 - Episode 40 - Aired 10/7/2020
In honor of Joel Schumacher (yes we said honor), Nostalgia Critic is looking at one of his best movies to start off Nostalgiaween. Let's take a look at The Lost Boys
#21 - The Muppet Christmas Carol
Season 13 - Episode 49 - Aired 12/9/2020
Over the years it's become a holiday classic, but NC asks if it's really one of the best versions. Nostalgia Critic takes a look at The Muppet Christmas Carol.
#22 - Krampus
Season 13 - Episode 48 - Aired 12/2/2020
Whether you love it or hate, this holiday horror film is becoming more and more popular. Nostalgia Critic takes a look at why the film is catching on over the holiday season. Let's start Christmas off right with Krampus.
#23 - Sucker Punch
Season 13 - Episode 47 - Aired 11/25/2020
It's almost ten years old, and critics still can't stand this film. Can Nostalgia Critic find some deeper meaning to it or is it as bad as people say? Let's take a look at Zack Snyder's Sucker Punch.
#24 - The Lion King II: Simba's Pride
Season 13 - Episode 46 - Aired 11/18/2020
It's not only one of the highest selling direct to video movies, but it's a sequel to one of the biggest films of all time. What does Nostalgia Critic think of the animated followup? Let's find out as NC takes a look at The Lion King II: Simba's Pride.
#25 - Curse of the Commercials
Season 13 - Episode 45 - Aired 11/11/2020
Barbie, Mario, and the Muppets show their hilarious (and disturbing) colors in another nostalgic commercial collection. Let's see if Nostalgia Critic can get through this year unharmed (spoiler: he doesn't).