Razzies/Golden Raspberries

Odds

Nov, 25

Summary

While the Oscars represent cinematic prestige, the Razzies celebrate the worst films of the year. The piece highlights betting odds for the 2026 Razzies, mentioning past “winners” like the horror film *Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey* and Megan Fox’s dual acting awards.

Key contenders for the worst picture include *Jafaican* (150), *Popeye’s Revenge* (275), and *Bambi: The Reckoning* (1000). The author suggests *The Electric State* (800) is a good value bet, but personally favors a parlay: *Hamnet* winning the Best Picture Oscar and *Juliet & Romeo: The Reckoning* (1200) winning the Worst Picture Razzie at combined odds of 5200.

The flip side of the tedium (should be a word: tediatis, truly) that is Oscar season is, of course, the Razzies — the worst movies of 2025. Most of these are so bad they circle right back to funny, and honestly, they’re well worth a watch. Winnie the Pooh… the horror movie? Yes, please.

For search purposes it’s: Winnie the Pooh: Blood & Honey.

I’m not kidding. It was so bad they made two sequels, so somebody is watching them (sheepishly raises hand).

I don’t see Oppenheimer 2 in production just yet.

I think my favorite “Worst Film Ever” (though it’s brilliant) is Vagina Dentata. I think you can guess the general plot on that one.

Warning: This is not family viewing… unless your surname is Bundy, Gein, or Dahmer.

Last year, Megan Fox landed a notable double by winning both Worst Actress and Worst Supporting Actress — which is honestly impressive. And Megan, if you need a shoulder to cry on, I’m right here. Anytime, day or night (night slightly preferred).

But enough of the pre-amble — let’s get stuck into the betting for the 2026 Razzies (Saturday, March 7th; nominations out in January).

The Main Contenders

Jafaican — Odds 150

A 2025 film about Gazza, a small-time crook who needs to raise £35,000 for his grandmother’s care. To do so, he must pull off a scam that requires mastering Jamaican culture in 21 days, taking him from London to Jamaica and exposing him to deadly risks.

Popeye’s Revenge — Odds 275

A 2025 slasher horror where a deformed boy nicknamed “Popeye,” bullied and presumed drowned years ago, returns seeking vengeance. This genre has done well in previous years, BUT I think it misses the point: Razzie contenders should be accidentally stupid, not aiming to be good and ending up bad.

The Electric State — Odds 800

A sci-fi adventure about Michelle, an orphaned teen traveling across a retro-futuristic alternate 1990s America with a mysterious robot while searching for her missing brother.

This looks like a good bet to us at a decent price.

Bambi: The Reckoning — Odds 1000

A horror film in which Bambi, mutated by toxic waste, goes on a violent revenge rampage against humans. Feels very similar to Popeye above, but the panel often loves this type of cinematic trash.

Juliet & Romeo: The Reckoning — Odds 1200

A 2025 musical reimagining Romeo and Juliet with a modern pop soundtrack, set in 1301 Verona. Oh man, I hate musicals SO much (yes, even Book of Mormon — overrated garbage), so it’s hard to be objective here.

Plus, I hate Shakespeare even more. But 1200 (12/1) is too big a price for me not to take a bite.

My Play: The Shakespeare Parlay

Hamnet to win Best Picture at the Oscars AND Juliet & Romeo (1200) to win Worst Picture at the Razzies = 5200 (52/1). If that cashes, January will be a whole lot less bleak. And I won’t hate Shakespeare anymore — actually, that’s a lie.

Ed P A true multi-hyphenate, Ed Pownall has carved out a unique career at the intersection of comedy, media and degenerate gambling. Whether he's on stage delivering his brand of sharp, incisive stand-up or in the broadcaster's chair breaking down the day's racing odds, his intelligence and quick wit are always front and center.