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10 Movies That Sucked Because They Tried To Appeal to Everyone
There is a certain kind of blockbuster that tries very hard to cover every possible base. It casts big names, blends multiple genres, adds franchise hooks, and softens its edges so no one feels left out. On paper, that strategy sounds smart. If a movie offers something for everyone, it should, in theory, draw everyone in.
But film does not work like a group project designed to avoid disagreement. The more a story stretches to appeal to every demographic, the more it risks losing a clear voice. The films on this list were not short on ambition or resources. Many had built-in fan bases and strong creative teams. Yet in their effort to satisfy longtime fans, casual viewers, families, and franchise planners all at once, they ended up landing in an awkward middle ground. They were made for everybody, which is often how a film ends up belonging to no one.
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‘Cats’ (2019)
Cats arrived with the promise of broad appeal. It leaned on the global recognition of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s stage musical and assembled a cast filled with familiar names, from Jennifer Hudson to Idris Elba and Taylor Swift. The idea seemed simple on paper. Blend spectacle, nostalgia, and pop star power into a holiday release that families and musical fans could enjoy together. Instead, the film struggled to decide who it was actually speaking to.
The visual style alienated traditional theater fans, while the loose narrative confused casual viewers unfamiliar with the source material. The digital character design became the center of discussion and overshadowed performances and music. By trying to modernize the stage experience while keeping its abstract structure intact, Cats ended up pleasing neither longtime fans nor newcomers.
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‘The Mummy’ (2017)
The Mummy positioned itself as the launchpad for a shared cinematic universe. Casting Tom Cruise signaled blockbuster ambition, and the studio clearly wanted to blend action spectacle, horror nostalgia, and franchise-building into one accessible package. On the surface, the ingredients were there. A recognizable monster, global scale, and a charismatic lead should have made it widely appealing.
The problem was tone. The film shifted between horror, comedy, and high-stakes mythology without fully committing to any of them. Longtime fans of the classic Universal monsters found the approach too glossy, while action audiences were left with a story that felt like a setup. Instead of standing alone as a compelling adventure, it felt engineered for future installments that never arrived. In trying to be everything at once, it struggled to become anything memorable.
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‘Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice’ (2016)
On paper, bringing Batman and Superman into the same film sounded like a guaranteed event. Two of the most recognizable comic book heroes, played by Ben Affleck and Henry Cavill, sharing the screen for the first time in a live-action feature, should have pulled in every kind of viewer. The studio clearly wanted a film that comic readers, casual fans, and general audiences could all rally behind.
The problem was that the movie carried too much weight at once. It tried to tell a personal conflict, set up future characters, and lay the groundwork for a larger universe, all within the same runtime. For some viewers, the tone felt heavy and humorless. For others, the emotional turns did not feel fully earned. Instead of uniting audiences, it split them. The film aimed to please everyone who had ever cared about these heroes, yet many walked away feeling disconnected from both.
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‘Tomorrowland’ (2015)
Tomorrowland arrived with an optimistic message and the backing of a major studio. Directed by Brad Bird and starring George Clooney, it promised a hopeful science fiction adventure that families and adults could enjoy together. The marketing leaned into mystery and big ideas about innovation, creativity, and saving the future.
What made it difficult to connect with a wide audience was its uneven focus. Younger viewers may have found the themes abstract, while older audiences struggled to latch onto the emotional core. It wanted to inspire, entertain, and comment on modern cynicism all at once. In trying to cover so much ground, it never fully grounded itself in a story that felt immediate or personal.
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‘Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets’ (2017)
Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets had scale on its side. Directed by Luc Besson, it introduced a vast intergalactic setting filled with elaborate worlds and strange species. The film clearly aimed to attract longtime science fiction fans while also drawing in mainstream audiences with colorful visuals and fast-moving action. On the surface, it looked like a crowd-pleaser.
The challenge was connection. The central pairing, played by Dane DeHaan and Cara Delevingne, never fully convinced as seasoned partners with romantic tension. Their dynamic felt stiff when the story needed warmth or wit. While the world-building impressed, the emotional center felt distant. The film wanted to be both a grand space adventure and a charming character-driven romance, yet it struggled to make either side feel fully alive.
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‘Downsizing’ (2017)
Downsizing began with a sharp, intriguing premise. What if people could shrink themselves to five inches tall to solve overpopulation and financial stress? Starring Matt Damon, the film seemed poised to deliver a clever mix of satire and heartfelt drama. The concept alone suggested wide appeal, blending social commentary with an accessible, almost whimsical hook.
Instead, the tone shifted in ways that felt uncertain. The early sections played like a light social comedy, then gradually moved into heavier territory about inequality and global responsibility. Some viewers expected a sharp satire and found something more reflective. Others anticipated a straightforward character story and were surprised by its political edge. By trying to speak to every concern at once, the film ended up leaving many unsure of what it ultimately wanted to say.
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‘Jupiter Ascending’ (2015)
Jupiter Ascending set its sights high. Directed by Lana Wachowski and Lilly Wachowski, the film introduced a cosmic power struggle wrapped around an ordinary young woman played by Mila Kunis. With Channing Tatum as her genetically engineered protector, the movie aimed to blend fairy tale romance, space opera, and blockbuster action into one sweeping package.
The issue was balance. The mythology was dense, filled with royal bloodlines and interplanetary politics, yet the emotional journey at its center felt thin. Some viewers were drawn to its bold imagination. Others found it difficult to invest in characters who often seemed overwhelmed by the very world they inhabited. The film wanted to be a new franchise starter that appealed to fantasy lovers, action fans, and young adult audiences all at once. In reaching in so many directions, it struggled to firmly hold onto any one group.
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‘Justice League’ (2017)
Bringing together Batman, Wonder Woman, Superman, Aquaman, and The Flash in one film should have been a straightforward win. Justice League had the advantage of beloved characters and years of buildup from earlier entries in the shared universe. With Ben Affleck, Gal Gadot, and Jason Momoa on board, the studio clearly hoped to deliver a lighter, more accessible team-up that would attract both devoted comic fans and casual moviegoers.
What emerged felt caught between two creative directions. The tone shifted noticeably from darker themes to more playful exchanges, and that change created a sense of unevenness. Character arcs felt abbreviated, as though the film was racing to assemble its team rather than letting each hero settle into the story. It wanted to correct past criticisms while still moving forward with a larger plan. In doing so, it never quite found a steady identity of its own.
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‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’ (2018)
Making a standalone film about Han Solo sounds simple until you consider what that character represents. For many viewers, Han is inseparable from Harrison Ford, whose performance shaped the role across the original trilogy. Casting Alden Ehrenreich was always going to invite comparison, and the film had to win over longtime fans while remaining accessible to newcomers who just wanted a fun space adventure.
The result felt cautious. The story worked hard to explain every familiar detail, from the origin of his last name to how he met Chewbacca and Lando. Instead of letting the character breathe, the film often felt busy filling in blanks. In trying to satisfy both nostalgia-driven fans and general viewers, it struggled to create a reason for its own existence.
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‘The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies’ (2014)
By the time The Battle of the Five Armies arrived, the Hobbit trilogy had already expanded a relatively short novel into three large-scale films. This final chapter leaned heavily into extended battle sequences, aiming to deliver a grand sendoff that could stand beside The Lord of the Rings trilogy in scale and intensity.
The challenge was expectation. Many viewers hoped for the emotional weight and character focus that defined the earlier Middle-earth films. Instead, the story centered on a prolonged conflict that sometimes overshadowed the quieter arcs of Bilbo and Thorin. The film wanted to satisfy fans of epic warfare, complete a beloved literary adaptation, and connect directly to a larger cinematic legacy. In pushing so hard toward scale, it lost some of the intimacy that made the journey compelling in the first place.
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The Saviors, by director Kevin Hamedani and written by Hamedani and Travis Betz, is a satire that feels like it’s been sitting on the shelf for a few decades. Playing off post-9/11 fears, The Saviors tries to teach a lesson that any sane person already understands, in that judging people by the way they look isn’t right. Islamophobia is still rampant in our world, without a doubt, but The Saviors doesn’t have the nuance or the depth to explore its well-intentioned concept in any way other than in the most obvious, direct ways. The Saviors is a film that wants to be a broad comedy at times, while exploring intricate, difficult topics the next, and in this film, the two don’t meld together nearly as well as they need to do this idea justice.
Adam Scott and Danielle Deadwyler Are Nervous About Their New Renters in ‘The Saviors’
Sean (Adam Scott) and Kimberley Harrison (Danielle Deadwyler) are a married couple who rent their guest house for a few days to brother and sister Jahn (Nazanin Boniadi) and Amir (Theo Rossi). Sean and Kimberley are getting ready to sell their house and divorce, but they need the extra money to make repairs on their home. After a pleasant meeting and a lovely dinner together, Sean starts to suspect something is off about their new renters. Despite Amir stating Jahn is deaf, Sean believes she hears more than she lets on, and Sean seems to think of Amir’s slightly intense demeanor as something suspicious. Early on, when Kimberley tries to calm down his worries, Sean states that he’s “uneasy” around the brown people that have moved in, and it’s as though The Saviors wants us to agree that something strange is going on.
It doesn’t take long before Kimberley is all aboard the suspicion train, as the pair stay up to try and catch anything unusual coming from their guest house. Little things completely alter their perception of Jahn and Amir — they look through the guest house and notice mechanical devices, while Kimberley notices that her journal has gone missing. Not helping matters are Sean’s parents (Ron Perlman and Colleen Camp), who are supporters of a neo-Nazi publication that they’ve also signed Sean and Kimberley up for, and Sean’s sister, Cleo (Kate Berlant), who is constantly joking about these Middle Eastern people and saying that it’s the conservatives’ time in America.
But Sean and Kimberley start to get very concerned upon the realization that the President is coming to visit the area soon. While there have been reports of higher security in the area and demonstrations due to the President’s arrival, Sean and Kimberley have convinced themselves that Jahn and Amir are going to set off a bomb that will take out the President. Amongst all of this, Sean also keeps having strange dreams where he and Kimberley are back together, but also of a bomb going off near their house, which only exacerbates his racist fears.
‘The Saviors’ Doesn’t Have the Nuance or Depth To Make This Satire Work
Hamedani and Betz’s screenplay is awkward at best. As we see this story from Sean and Kimberley’s perspective, it wants us to see this story from their perspective — which is inherently critical based on race — and seems to want us to agree that something strange is going on. We know that there’s probably going to be something deeper than what this married couple is seeing, but it also apparently wants us to go, “See, they have a point for being suspicious! You can’t blame them for this!,” while also criticizing them at the same time. It’s a fine needle to thread, and it doesn’t even come close to pulling it off.
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The Saviors also wants us to laugh at this scenario and these characters, but it’s often hard to find anything funny in this situation. The fact that Sean and Cleo were raised by racist parents is seen as a joke that has seemingly trickled down. The paranoia towards Amir and Jahn is also played for laughs, as Sean and Kimberley stay up all night keeping an eye on their neighbors. At one point, Sean and Kimberley rekindle their romance, and as they hook up, they switch positions solely so they can continue their spying and not miss anything. The Saviors wants its humor to hit with an uncomfortable undertone, which is very clear, but considering the world we live in today, it’s hard to see the comedy in the situations that the film presents here.
Hamedani and Betz have good intentions in this story, trying to present an idea that the world will fall apart if we don’t trust our very neighbors, and are attempting a plea for unity with this film. The problem is that this doesn’t have nearly the depth or focus to sell that theme effectively. We don’t really know anything about Sean or Kimberley, other than that Sean is unemployed and has a very questionable family. The film even throws in an over-the-top private investigator, Jim Clemente (Greg Kinnear), to help spy on Amir and Jahn, and it just feels like yet another unneeded layer of humor that falls flat. The Saviors wants us to walk away feeling like we should love and trust our neighbors, when really, it’s presenting the idea that maybe it’s better to stay the hell away from them.
‘The Saviors’ Cast Is Good, Even If the Movie Is Not
Scott and Deadwyler are both decent in The Saviors, despite the script not doing them any favors. Scott could absolutely play the depth of a character torn between his liberal beliefs and his conservative upbringing, but The Saviors doesn’t ask him to go that far. Instead, The Saviors asks him to be a suspicious and borderline racist character, and he manages to do this while also still being likable, despite his flaws. It’s also just great to see Deadwyler in a role that allows her to be a bit more humorous, especially after great but often depressing performances in films like Till and The Piano Lesson. Comedy looks good on Deadwyler, and hopefully, she’ll get more work in the genre in the future. Rossi and Boniadi are also very strong here, and by the end, you’ll wish that the film focused on them and their story instead of Sean and Kimberley.
Right when The Saviors is getting somewhere legitimately interesting, the film grinds to a halt. It’s an ending that could’ve completely shifted the tone and quality of the movie had it happened halfway through the film. But instead, The Saviors shows its promise in the closing moments and makes one wonder what that much better, more intriguing story could’ve been. Hamedani and Betz have created a concept with some fascinating places for it to go, and instead, have handled this story sloppily and with questionable focus. Yes, The Saviors feels like a satire from another era altogether, but had Hamedani and Betz handled this story better, it could’ve felt incredibly essential to our current times.
The Saviors premiered at the 2026 SXSW Festival.
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March 13, 2026
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Kevin Hamedani
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Travis Betz, Kevin Hamedani
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Adam Scott, Bradley Gallo, Matt Smith, Nicholas Weinstock, Naomi Scott, Michael Helfant, Dan Gedman
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Danielle Deadwyler
Kimberley Harrison
Pros & Cons
- The cast of The Saviors is solid, even if the characters aren’t there.
- The Saviors has good intentions and a solid concept that ends in an intriguing place.
- The Saviors doesn’t have the depth a satire like this absolutely needs.
- The film ends right when it’s starting to get truly interesting.
One of the best films of 2024, Flow is an Oscar-winning animated movie from Latvia with no dialogue, nameless animal characters and barely any plot. A black cat barely survives a stampede of wild dogs when a giant flood engulfs his home … and eventually, most of the land. Desperate to survive, the cat finds a floating sailboat with a capybara as its sole occupant. Eventually, a dog, a secretary bird, and a lemur join them, and together, they navigate the dangers of rising tides, an epic storm and other wild animals as they try to find dry land free of danger.
On paper, Flow seems intimidatingly basic, but the movie’s pleasures are in simply experiencing its gorgeous visuals and spellbinding score. The director, Gints Zilbalodis, wrote the screenplay and composed the music, and his passion shines through in every frame and musical chord. Most modern animated movies, with their celebrity voiceovers and assembly-line pop tunes, play it safe to appeal to everyone, but Flow takes risks by marching to its own beat. It pays off, and it’s an instant classic.
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Sandra Bullock has mastered the art of looking polished without trying too hard. Her latest denim moment? Cuffed jeans — a simple styling detail that instantly makes any outfit look relaxed yet intentional. If you want to recreate the casual yet put-together vibe without the celebrity price tag, the Kunmi High-Waisted Jeans delivers on all fronts.
Bullock was spotted wearing the cuffed jeans style off-duty, pairing them with a black turtleneck sweater and an oversized tote bag for an effortless everyday look. The appeal of the Kunmi High-Waisted Jeans is how effortless the silhouette feels while still looking put-together — exactly the balance that makes cuffed jeans so wearable right now. The high waist creates a flattering shape through the midsection, while the relaxed straight-leg fit gives that easy, off-duty vibe Bullock is known for. Because the denim has a bit of stretch, the jeans feel comfortable enough for everyday wear but still hold their structure, which helps the cuffed hem look intentional rather than overly casual.
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Styling-wise, the cuffed jeans work with almost everything: a fitted tee and sneakers for daytime errands, a tailored blazer for a polished-casual look or even a simple tank and sandals once spring temperatures rise. The slightly baggy cut also makes the cuffed detail stand out, drawing attention to your shoes and adding that relaxed-yet-finished feel stylists love for transitional dressing.
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The wait for Beth and Rip’s next chapter is finally over. After months of buildup, Yellowstone fans now know exactly when the franchise’s long-awaited sequel series will arrive. Dutton Ranch will premiere globally on Paramount+ on Friday, May 15, launching with its first two episodes and officially kicking off a brand-new story for two of the original show’s most popular characters.
The new series brings Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser back as Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler, picking up after the events of Yellowstone and moving them into a new fight in South Texas. According to Paramount+, Beth and Rip are trying to build a future together “far from the ghosts of Yellowstone,” but they quickly run into brutal new problems and a rival ranch willing to do whatever it takes to protect its own power. The first season will run for nine episodes, with the show also airing on Paramount Network beginning May 15 at 8 p.m. ET/PT before continuing weekly. The official synopsis follows:
As Beth and Rip fight to build a future together – far from the ghosts of Yellowstone – they collide with brutal new realities and a ruthless rival ranch that will stop at nothing to protect its empire. In South Texas, blood runs deeper, forgiveness is fleeting, and the cost of survival might just be your soul.
Who Stars In ‘Dutton Ranch’?
Alongside Reilly and Hauser, the cast includes Finn Little, Juan Pablo Raba, Jai Courtney, J.R. Villarreal, Marc Menchaca, Natalie Alyn Lind, Ed Harris, and Annette Bening. The series is created by Chad Feehan, based on characters created by Taylor Sheridan and John Linson. Feehan also serves as showrunner, while Christina Alexandra Voros directs multiple episodes, including the premiere and finale. Voros also just finished directing all six episodes of Sheridan’s The Madison.
Dutton Ranch begins May 15 on Paramount+ with a two episode premiere.
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2018 – 2024
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Paramount Network
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Stephen Kay, Taylor Sheridan, Christina Alexandra Voros, Guy Ferland, John Dahl
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John Coveny, Ian McCulloch
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Jude Law's ex speaks out after claiming Chappell Roan's security guard 'berated' their 11-year-old daughter
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Roan has denied that the security guard was part of her personal detail and agreed that he acted inappropriately.
Former NFL player and Bachelor reunion host Emmanuel Acho is weighing in on Taylor Frankie Paul’s controversial casting as the new Bachelorette.
ABC announced last week that it had canceled the new season, which was set to premiere on Sunday, March 22, after TMZ published video footage of Taylor, 31, appearing to throw a chair at ex Dakota Mortensen in the presence of her daughter, Indy, during a 2023 domestic dispute.
On Saturday, March 21, Acho, 35, shared a TikTok video showing off a binder of documents he was given to prepare for the Bachelor season 25 After the Final Rose reunion special, on which he replaced longtime host Chris Harrison, who exited Bachelor Nation that season.
Acho noted how much preparation went into the single episode, suggesting that producers should have been aware of Taylor’s past legal issues.
“This is my point. I hosted one episode, a 44-minute episode, and is how thorough of a job they did in prepping me and looking me up just for one episode,” the former NFL linebacker said, flicking through the binder.
He continued, “You’re talking about schedule, act breakdown, rundown, a whole freaking script just for one episode.”
“So if you’re doing all of this research, all of this preparation, for me to host one episode, imagine the amount of research, imagine the amount of preparation, you have to do to invest the entire season into this woman of Taylor Frankie Paul,” he argued.
Acho reiterated, “All of this, just for me to host a 44-minute episode. You’re not turning over the keys to the franchise to a woman you have not thoroughly, thoroughly, thoroughly vetted. That’s the only point I’m trying to make.”
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Taylor’s legal issues following the 2023 incident were public knowledge at the time of her casting as the new Bachelorette. Her February 2023 arrest was documented on the first season of Hulu’s The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. At the time, she pleaded guilty to felony aggravated assault in exchange for dismissing other charges against her.
However, footage of the incident involving Dakota, 33, was published by TMZ on Thursday, March 19, after news broke earlier in the week of another alleged domestic dispute between the exes in February. The Draper Police Department in Utah confirmed to Us Weekly last week that there’s an open “domestic assault investigation” involving Taylor and Dakota and that “allegations have been made in both directions.”
ABC decided to shelve the new season of The Bachelorette later on Thursday.
“Taylor is very grateful for ABC’s support as she prioritizes her family’s safety and security,” a spokesperson for the influencer said in a statement at the time. “After years of silently suffering extensive mental and physical abuse as well as threats of retaliation, Taylor is finally gaining the strength to face her accuser and taking steps to ensure that she and her children are protected from any further harm.”
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Taylor’s rep added, “There are too many women who are suffering in silence as they survive aggressive, jealous ex-partners who refuse to let them move on with their lives. Taylor has remained silent out of fear of further abuse, retaliation, and public shaming. She is currently exploring all of her options, seeking support and preparing to own and share her story.”
In his own statement to Us, Dakota said, “As anyone who has seen the video will understand, this is a deeply upsetting situation. I am, unfortunately, used to these baseless claims about me and our relationship, which I categorically deny. I am focusing on our son and his safety, and hope that Taylor will do the same.”
Bravo’s “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” is set to return for its 17th season on April 5. Among the cast is fan-favorite Cynthia Bailey, who is back as an official friend of the show. Now, ahead of the show’s premiere, the longtime “RHOA” star is giving an update on Kandi Burruss following her divorce and teasing season 17.
Cynthia Bailey Dishes About The Newbies on ‘RHOA’ Season 17
“Real Housewives of Atlanta” star Bailey recently attended the Truth Awards, held on March 21 in Beverly Hills. While on the carpet for the event, she discussed “RHOA” season 17. First, she was asked for her opinion on the new cast members added to the show, singer K. Michelle and restaurateur Pinky Cole.
According to her, “The newbies are great.” She continued, “You know, K and Pinky are two very different women, so they bring two very different things, and I really enjoyed filming with them.”
From there, she discussed her status on the show, saying, “I come back as an official friend of the show, and I am excited for season 17. I think everybody brought different things, and I think Pinky and K were definitely the right breath of fresh air we needed to just kind of mix it up a little bit.”
When asked specifically what fans can expect from here, Bailey responded, “Well, you know I choose peace, but old fifty Cynt had to pop out a time or two,” alluding to her alter ego featured on earlier seasons of “RHOA” as well as upcoming drama between her and someone on the current cast.
The ‘RHOA’ Legend Also Discussed Kandi Burruss & Her Divorce
Later in the short interview, Bailey was asked about Burruss, who recently finalized her divorce from Todd Tucker after filing in November 2025. Regarding her thoughts on the matter and how her former “RHOA” co-star was coping, she said, “You know what, honestly, I’ve been through two divorces.”
Bailey continued, “Divorce is not easy. Especially when you have young kids involved, so I’m just happy that they had a hell of a run and that they’re on the other side of it. That’s where they need to be.”
When asked if she had spoken to Burruss, she said she saw her in Broadway’s “& Juliet” and that they had dinner. Bailey continued, “She’s in great spirits. She’s doing the best you can do. Again, divorce is not easy.”
Fans Love Cynthia Bailey As A Friend Of The Show
Bailey has a long history with “The Real Housewives of Atlanta.” She joined the show as a full-time housewife for its third season. She then left the show after its 13th season in 2021 before returning as an official friend of the show for its 16th.
Because she’s such a fan-favorite, many are reacting to her updates about “RHOA” season 17. One person wrote on Instagram, “She is so pretty.” Another fan said, “I wasn’t a big fan of Cynthia as a full HW, but I do absolutely love her as a ‘friend of.’”
Someone else wrote, “Good. I love Cynthia. She was a great support last season.” Lastly, another “RHOA” fan referenced her alter ego, saying, “We love 50 Cynt, child.”
Cynthia Previously Teased Being Activated In ‘RHOA’ Season 17
Bailey interviewed with Ricky Cornish in November 2025, briefly discussing some of the drama fans can expect when “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” returns for season 17 and how she was more in the mix than she was last year.
She explained, “I think last season was my free ride. They’re like, ‘Oh, she’s just a friend. Don’t mind her.’ But this season, I’m kind of being pulled in. I didn’t really want to pick a side last season.” After that, she stated that she had to “lean toward one side” this time around.
Bailey continued, “That’s kind of tricky. I’ve been catching a few strays already. I realized that my butt is not off limits.” Later, she joked that she may need to be a full-time housewife again after having delivered so much for the upcoming season.
Bravo Released The Trailer In February
As mentioned, “RHOA” returns to Bravo on April 5 at 8/7c. Ahead of the season, the network unveiled the highly anticipated trailer, teasing what’s to come from the cast. In addition to Bailey, Michelle, and Cole, Porsha Williams, Drew Sidora, Phaedra Parks, Angela Oakley, Shamea Morton, and Kelli Ferrell will star.
According to Bravo, Andy Cohen teased the season on “Radio Andy.” He said, “It’s a real group, but when I tell you, I was cackling at the premiere. Now, I had seen it and we had a little, you know, I watch the cuts and we give notes and there was work to be done, but I was like, ‘Wow, this is super promising.’But boy, I’m five episodes into ‘Atlanta,‘ cuts, and it’s a delight.”
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