Children of the Corn IV: The Gathering

A young doctor returns to her hometown to find that the children have been struck by a mysterious plague. As the children become increasingly violent and begin to worship a dark entity, she must uncover the truth behind the sickness before it consumes everyone. The situation is complicated by the appearance of her estranged mother, who may hold the key to the town's dark secret.

Children of the Corn IV: The Gathering was met with overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics, who largely panned its predictable plot, weak character development, and uninspired horror elements. Audiences also found little to enjoy, contributing to its poor critical and commercial performance.

• A derivative and uninspired entry in the franchise, lacking scares or originality.

• The film suffers from a weak script and poor performances, failing to capitalize on its premise.

• Despite a few attempts at suspense, the horror elements fall flat, leading to a dull viewing experience.

Google audience: Audiences generally found this installment to be a significant step down for the 'Children of the Corn' franchise, criticizing its nonsensical plot and lack of genuine horror. Many viewers felt it was a forgettable entry that failed to recapture the appeal of the original.

This film marked the film debut of actor Jason Momoa, who would later gain fame for his roles as Khal Drogo in 'Game of Thrones' and Aquaman in the DC Extended Universe.