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Updated 1 year ago,January 16, 2024

Movie remakes are a gamble.

Sometimes they strike gold, and other times they miss the mark.

Heres a look at 7 of the best and 7 of the worst movie remakes of all time.

Al Pacino in Scarface (1983)

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Some remakes transcend their originals, becoming cinematic masterpieces in their own right.

Others falter, unable to recreate the magic that made their predecessors beloved.

Here are seven movie remakes that soared to new heights and seven that regrettably missed the mark.

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This gritty, intense drama set in the Boston underworld, offers a labyrinth of intrigue and deception.

The film also struggled at the box office.

Its box office success and cultural impact have cemented its legacy in cinematic history.

This remake is a masterful blend of body horror and tragic romance, driven by Jeff Goldblums unforgettable performance.

It performed decently at the box office but failed to leave a lasting impression.

The film was a huge box office hit, spawning a successful franchise.

While Josh Brolin gives a commendable performance, the film dilutes the complexity and depth of the originals narrative.

It was both a critical and commercial disappointment, proving some stories lose their essence in translation.