We often assume that if a movie breaks even, or makes double its reported budget then it’s surely done alright, right? Wong. The marketing and other costs mean that most movies’ revenue must far exceed their budget.

We all know you shouldn’t judge a movie by its box office success, and these 19 films proved it, by going from box office flops to acclaimed cult classics.

1.

Scott Pilgrim vs the World

2.

The Shawshank Redemption

15.

The Rocky Horror Pictures Show

What’s the most surprising box office flop? Let us know in the comments below!

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