When we think of Hollywood's celebrated filmmakers and actors, we picture glittering Oscars, heartfelt acceptance speeches, and a collection of accolades that cement their names in history. But here’s a twist you might not expect—some of these big names have also taken home Razzies. Officially known as the Golden Raspberry Awards, the Razzies “honor” the worst in film each year in a tongue-in-cheek ceremony. For stars who are praised for their talent and artistry, winning a Razzie can be a shock—not just to fans, but to their reputations. Still, even the best have bad days onscreen. This list takes a closer look at acclaimed filmmakers and actors whose otherwise stellar careers include the dubious honor of a Razzie win.

What Are the Razzies?

Before we jump into the list, here's a quick primer on the Razzies. Established in 1981, the Golden Raspberry Awards were created as a humorous counterpoint to the Oscars. Unlike the Academy Awards, the Razzies spotlight poor performances, cringe-worthy scripts, and questionable filmmaking choices. Members of the Golden Raspberry Foundation decide winners, and while most stars don’t exactly show up to accept their “awards,” some have leaned into its humor (we’re looking at you, Sandra Bullock). It’s worth noting that winning a Razzie doesn’t always mean a person lacks talent. Sometimes, it’s just a case of bad luck, wrong choices, or an ambitious project gone wrong.

Now, let's dig into some surprising Razzie winners and learn the stories behind these infamous awards.

Halle Berry

Halle Berry made history in 2002 when she became the first Black woman to win the Best Actress Oscar for Monster’s Ball. Her performance was raw, emotional, and absolutely unforgettable. Then, just two years later, she won a Razzie for the superhero flop Catwoman (2004). Critics bashed the script, the awkward dialogue, and the unconvincing CGI, and Berry bore the brunt of the backlash.

To her credit, Halle Berry famously attended the Razzie ceremony in person, holding her Oscar in one hand and her Golden Raspberry in the other. She joked, "I'd like to thank Warner Bros. for putting me in this god-awful movie." Despite the disastrous reception, Berry's career continued to shine, proving that one Razzie doesn’t define an artist of her caliber.

Sandra Bullock

Sandra Bullock is one of the most beloved and successful actresses in Hollywood. She’s given us iconic performances in movies like Speed, The Proposal, and The Blind Side. Speaking of the latter, Bullock won the Academy Award for Best Actress in 2010 for playing a supportive yet fierce adoptive mother in The Blind Side. But in a twist straight out of a Hollywood comedy, she’d won a Razzie the very same weekend for the box-office dud All About Steve (2009).

Bullock didn’t just accept her Razzie award; she did it with style and humor. She arrived at the ceremony with a wagon full of DVDs and handed them out to attendees, asking them to actually watch the movie before judging it so harshly. It’s this kind of playful spirit that has endeared her to fans, even when Razzie-worthy films made their way onto her resumé.

Ben Affleck

Ben Affleck's career has been a wild mix of highs and lows. He’s an Oscar-winning screenwriter for Good Will Hunting (1997) and a celebrated director of films like Argo (2012), which won the Academy Award for Best Picture. But Affleck has also faced harsh criticism for some of his acting roles, most notably in Gigli (2003), the infamous box-office flop co-starring Jennifer Lopez.

Affleck was awarded the Razzie for Worst Actor for Gigli, and the movie has become a punchline in Hollywood history. Despite this rough patch, he bounced back in a big way. He redirected his career, became one of the industry’s most respected directors, and even redeemed himself with strong acting performances in films like Gone Girl. Affleck’s career reminds us that a Razzie isn’t the end of the road.

M. Night Shyamalan

When The Sixth Sense was released in 1999, M. Night Shyamalan was hailed as a visionary director thanks to his ability to craft suspenseful, twist-filled thrillers. His reputation was cemented with films like Unbreakable and Signs. But then came The Last Airbender (2010). This live-action adaptation of the beloved animated series was panned by fans and critics alike for its wooden acting, awkward dialogue, and baffling deviations from the source material.

Shyamalan won the Worst Director Razzie for The Last Airbender, a far cry from the critical praise he’d earned earlier in his career. But much like others on this list, he took the criticism in stride and went on to revive his reputation with hits like Split and Glass. Sometimes, it’s just about finding the right project.

Al Pacino

When you think of Al Pacino, you think of The Godfather. You think Scarface. You think of one of the greatest actors to ever grace the big screen. But even Pacino isn’t immune to a Razzie-worthy performance. His role in Jack and Jill (2011), the Adam Sandler comedy where he plays an exaggerated version of himself, earned him a Razzie for Worst Supporting Actor.

The movie itself became notorious for its over-the-top humor (and not in a good way), but Pacino’s participation in the film was especially perplexing to fans. That said, he hasn’t let the Razzie tarnish his reputation. Sometimes, even an acting legend can take chances that don’t pay off.

If there’s one thing these stories show, it’s that a Razzie win doesn’t mean someone’s career is doomed. The Razzies often highlight big swings that miss the mark, and even the most talented filmmakers and actors are bound to have a few missteps.