10 Movies That Caused Global Backlash
VOICE OVER: Patrick Mealey
WRITTEN BY: Jordy McKen
Some films do more than divide audiences — they ignite global firestorms. Join us as we count down our picks for the movies that sparked the most intense worldwide controversy, from censorship and bans to political scandals and international incidents. Which of these films crossed the line, and which were unfairly targeted? Let us know in the comments below! Our countdown includes "The Interview" (2014), which triggered an alleged state-sponsored cyberattack on Sony Pictures, "Cannibal Holocaust" (1980), whose director was arrested on suspicion of murder, "Borat" (2006), which enraged the Kazakh government, "The Da Vinci Code" (2006), which drew massive religious opposition worldwide, and more!
- #10: "The Odyssey" (2026)
- #9: "Cuties" (2020)
- #8: "The Death of Stalin" (2017)
- #7: "The Kite Runner" (2007)
- #6: "Noah" (2014)
- #5: "The Passion of the Christ" (2004)
- #4: "Borat" (2006)
- #3: "Cannibal Holocaust" (1980)
- #2: "The Da Vinci Code" (2006)
- #1: "The Interview" (2014)
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