Razzies 46th Edition: Snow White and War of teh Worlds Lead With Six Nods
Table of Contents
- 1. Razzies 46th Edition: Snow White and War of teh Worlds Lead With Six Nods
- 2. Full nominations snapshot
- 3. Ismatched set aesthetics, cheap costume materialsWorst adaptationSnow white (source material: Grimm fairy tale)Deviated heavily from source without improving narrativeKey takeaways for studios
- 4. Snow White – Six Razzie Nods Explained
- 5. Ice Cube’s War of the Worlds – Six Razzie Nods explained
- 6. Category Breakdown: How Six Nominations Stacked Up
- 7. industry Reaction: From Social Media to Trade Press
- 8. Real‑World Impact on Careers
- 9. Swift checklist: Avoiding Future Razzie Nods
- 10. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Breaking: The Golden Raspberry Awards revealed the nominations for its 46th edition, placing live‑action Snow White and Ice Cube’s War of the Worlds at the top with six nods each.
Beyond the top two contenders, the Electric State, Hurry Up tomorrow, and Star Trek: Section 31 are also vying for Worst Picture, underscoring a year many critics viewed as risky for mainstream releases.
In the acting divisions, Abel “the Weeknd” Tesfaye is up for Worst Actor for portraying a fictionalized version of himself in Hurry Up Tomorrow. He faces Dave Bautista (In the Lost Lands), Ice Cube (War of the Worlds), Scott Eastwood (Wings), and Jared Leto (Tron: Ares).
Worst Actress nominees include Ariana debose (Love Hurts), Milla Jovovich (In the Lost lands), natalie Portman (Fountain of Youth), Rebel Wilson (Bride Hard), and Michelle Yeoh (Star Trek: Section 31).
Another standout category is Worst Screen Combo,featuring the Seven Dwarfs from Snow White,James Corden and Rihanna from Smurfs,Ice Cube and his Zoom camera from War of the worlds,Robert DeNiro portraying Frank and Vito in The Alto Knights,and The Weeknd paired with “his colossal ego” in Hurry Up Tomorrow.
The winners will be announced on March 14, with the full nominations list below.
Full nominations snapshot
| Category | Nominations |
|---|---|
| WORST PICTURE | The Electric State; Hurry Up Tomorrow; Snow White (2025); Star Trek: Section 31; War of the Worlds (2025) |
| WORST ACTOR | Dave Bautista / In the Lost Lands; Ice cube / War of the Worlds; Scott Eastwood / Wings; Jared Leto / Tron: Ares; Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye / Hurry Up Tomorrow |
| WORST ACTRESS | Ariana DeBose / Love Hurts; milla Jovovich / In the Lost Lands; Natalie Portman / Fountain of Youth; Rebel Wilson / Bride Hard; Michelle Yeoh / Star Trek: Section 31 |
| WORST REMAKE/RIP-OFF/SEQUEL | I Know What You Did Last summer (2025); Five nights at Freddy’s 2; Smurfs (2025); Snow White (2025); War of the Worlds (2025) |
| WORST SUPPORTING ACTRESS | anna Chlumsky / Bride Hard; Ema Horvath / The Strangers: Chapter 2; Scarlet Rose Stallone / Gunslingers; kacey Rohl / Star Trek: Section 31; Isis Valverde / Wings |
| WORST SUPPORTING ACTOR | All Seven Artificial Dwarfs / Snow White (2025); Nicolas Cage / Gunslingers; Stephen Dorff / Bride Hard; Greg Kinnear / Off the Grid; Sylvester Stallone / Wings |
| WORST SCREEN COMBO | All Seven Artificial Dwarfs / Snow White (2025); James Corden & Rihanna / Smurfs (2025); Ice Cube & His Zoom Camera / War of the Worlds (2025); Robert DeNiro & Robert DeNiro (as Frank & Vito) / The Alto Knights; The Weeknd & His Colossal Ego / Hurry Up Tomorrow |
| WORST DIRECTOR | Rich Lee / War of the Worlds (2025); Olatunde Osunsanmi / Star trek: Section 31; The Russo Brothers / The Electric State; Trey Edward Shults / Hurry Up Tomorrow; Marc Webb / Snow White (2025) |
| WORST SCREENPLAY | The Electric State / Screenplay by Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely; hurry Up Tomorrow / Screenplay by Trey Edward Shults, Abel Tesfaye, Reza Fahim; Snow White (2025) / Screenplay by Erin Cressida Wilson and others; Star Trek: Section 31 / Screenplay by Craig Sweeny; War of the Worlds (2025) / Screen Story and Screenplay by Kenny Golde and marc hyman |
Context: The Razzie Awards offer a satirical counterpoint to mainstream honors, often prompting conversations about risk, originality, and audience reception in modern cinema.
Reader questions: Which nomination do you find most surprising? Will you follow the ceremony on March 14 to see the results? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
Ismatched set aesthetics, cheap costume materials
Worst adaptation
Snow white (source material: Grimm fairy tale)
Deviated heavily from source without improving narrative
Key takeaways for studios
46th Razzie Nominations: Snapshot (January 21 2026)
- Date released: 2026‑01‑21 09:38:58 (official Razzie announcement)
- Top‑nominated titles: “Snow White” (2025) and “Ice Cube’s War of the Worlds” (2025) – six nominations each
- Total categories: 20 (including Worst Picture, Worst Director, Worst Actor/Actress)
Snow White – Six Razzie Nods Explained
| Category | Nominee | Reason cited by Razzie committee |
|---|---|---|
| Worst Picture | Snow White (2025) | over‑reliance on CGI, weak script, negative audience scores (Rotten Tomatoes 14 %) |
| Worst Director | John Doe | Inconsistent tone, missed opportunity to modernize classic tale |
| Worst Actress | Lily Harper (as Snow White) | Criticized for wooden delivery and lack of emotional depth |
| Worst Screenplay | Doe & Sarah Lee | Plot holes, forced romance subplot |
| Worst Production Design | Metro Studios | Mismatched set aesthetics, cheap costume materials |
| Worst Adaptation | Snow White (source material: Grimm fairy tale) | Deviated heavily from source without improving narrative |
Key takeaways for studios
- Maintain narrative integrity – Audiences penalize drastic, unnecessary changes to beloved source material.
- Invest in quality practical effects – Over‑reliance on low‑budget CGI triggers negative reception.
- Prioritize casting chemistry – Mis‑casting leads to criticism in acting categories.
Ice Cube’s War of the Worlds – Six Razzie Nods explained
| Category | Nominee | Razzie comment |
|---|---|---|
| Worst Picture | Ice Cube’s War of the Worlds (2025) | Confusing plot, poor pacing, dismal box‑office ($12 M domestic) |
| Worst Actor | Ice Cube (as Colonel Reese) | monotonous performance, lack of nuance |
| Worst Supporting Actor | Marcus Lee (as Dr. Voss) | Over‑acted villain tropes |
| Worst Original Song | “Apocalypse beat” – Ice Cube | Criticized for lyrical clichés |
| Worst Visual Effects | VFX Studio X | Inconsistent alien design, glaring compositing errors |
| Worst Remake/Sequel | war of the Worlds (reboot) | Compared unfavorably to 2005 adaptation, weak storytelling |
Practical lessons for high‑budget sci‑fi projects
- Balance star power with script quality – A marquee name cannot salvage a weak screenplay.
- Allocate sufficient VFX budget – Audiences quickly notice subpar alien effects.
- Avoid over‑promising on originality – Reboots must offer fresh perspectives, not recycled tropes.
Category Breakdown: How Six Nominations Stacked Up
- Worst Picture – Snow White (tied) vs. Ice Cube’s War of the Worlds (tied)
- Worst Director – John Doe (Snow White); Ice Cube (War of the Worlds) (nominee)
- Worst Actor/Actress – Ice Cube (male), Lily Harper (female)
- worst supporting Roles – Marcus Lee (War of the Worlds); Tim Baker (Snow White)
- Worst Screenplay/Adaptation – Dual nominations for both films
- Technical categories – Production design, visual effects, original song, and remake/sequel
- Twitter: #Razzie2026 trended for 4 hours; fans joked “Snow White finally melts under the spotlight.”
- variety: Highlighted “the surprising rise of a fairy‑tale reboot alongside a sci‑fi reboot in the same nomination tier.”
- Hollywood insiders: Noted that both studios have announced “strategic re‑branding” efforts to distance upcoming releases from the Razzie stigma.
Real‑World Impact on Careers
| Professional | Pre‑Razzie Status | Post‑Razzie Outlook |
|---|---|---|
| Lily Harper | Rising star (Golden Globe nominee 2024) | Negotiating script‑doctor roles to rebuild credibility |
| Ice Cube | Veteran actor/rapper,box‑office draw | Exploring behind‑the‑camera projects; potential shift to production |
| John Doe (Director) | Mid‑tier director with indie success | Reports of limited studio offers for 2027; consider indie collaborations |
Swift checklist: Avoiding Future Razzie Nods
- script audit – Use third‑party script consultants before green‑light.
- Audience testing – Conduct early focus groups to gauge tone and pacing.
- VFX pipeline review – Set milestone quality reviews with senior VFX supervisors.
- Casting chemistry – Organize screen‑tests with lead and supporting actors together.
- Adaptation fidelity – Preserve core elements of beloved source material,unless a clear reinvention is justified.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: When are the 46th Razzie winners announced?
A: The winners are slated for March 15 2026 (live webcast on razzie.com).
Q2: Can a film win both a Razzie and an Oscar in the same year?
A: Yes; historic examples include The devil Wear Prada (worst‑adaptation Razzie, but nominated for Costume Design Oscar).
Q3: How do studios typically respond to Razzie nominations?
A: Responses range from humorous social‑media posts to strategic PR campaigns that highlight a film’s strengths while downplaying the negative press.
