Mr. Magoo

Quincy Magoo, a wealthy and notoriously near-sighted gentleman, accidentally becomes embroiled in a smuggling ring when a priceless ruby is hidden in his golf club. He is pursued by the syndicate responsible for the theft, who want to retrieve the jewel.

The live-action adaptation of the beloved cartoon character Mr. Magoo was poorly received by critics and audiences alike. It was largely panned for its weak humor, nonsensical plot, and Leslie Nielsen's uninspired performance, failing to capture the charm of the original animated shorts.

• Relies heavily on tired slapstick and a plot that makes little sense.

• Leslie Nielsen is largely wasted in a role that doesn't showcase his comedic talents.

• A disappointing and unfunny live-action adaptation that misses the mark.

Google audience: Audiences found the movie to be unfunny and a weak adaptation of the cartoon character, with many criticizing the slapstick humor and plot.

The character of Mr. Magoo originated in the UPA animated short "The Ragtime Bear" in 1949, which went on to win an Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film.