One Role. One Movie. Career Over.

 Some movie roles launch actors to stardom — others do the opposite.

In rare cases, one bad film or a controversial role can damage an actor’s entire career. Whether due to poor reception, industry backlash, or unexpected controversy, these actors saw their paths in Hollywood take a sharp turn after just one role. Here are 5 shocking examples of actors who struggled to recover after starring in a single film.


**1. *The Passion of the Christ* (2004) – Jim Caviezel**  
Caviezel portrayed Jesus in Mel Gibson’s controversial religious epic. Despite his powerful performance, the film’s intense subject matter and accusations of antisemitism led to Caviezel being unofficially blacklisted in Hollywood. He later said that taking the role “ruined” his career.


**2. *Star Wars: The Phantom Menace* (1999) – Jake Lloyd**  
Jake Lloyd, who played young Anakin Skywalker, was overwhelmed by the massive backlash from fans. The bullying and intense media attention caused him to quit acting altogether at a young age and led to long-term mental health struggles.





**3. *Showgirls* (1995) – Elizabeth Berkley**  
After her role as Nomi Malone, Berkley faced a huge backlash. The film was critically panned and considered a box office disaster at the time. She was ridiculed and struggled to land major roles for years afterward, despite her dedication to the part.



**4. *Batman & Robin* (1997) – Alicia Silverstone**  
Coming off a hit with *Clueless*, Silverstone’s role as Batgirl should have been a win. But the film’s campy tone and poor reception hurt her credibility. She was also body-shamed by the media during production, which affected her career and confidence moving forward.


**5. *Catwoman* (2004) – Halle Berry**  
Despite winning an Oscar for *Monster’s Ball*, Berry’s role in *Catwoman* was so critically slammed that it became a joke in Hollywood. Though she continued acting, the film marked a turning point, and she struggled to find serious, leading roles afterward.



Let me know if you want more examples or want a list of actors who managed to bounce back.

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