Sorry, Not Sorry: The Worst Movie Apologies Ever

We’ve all seen them—apologies so bad they make things worse instead of better. From insincere non-apologies to cringe-worthy attempts at redemption, Hollywood has delivered some of the worst sorrys ever put on screen.

In this episode, we’re counting down the Top 15 Worst Apologies in Movie History, breaking down why they fail, what makes them so infuriating, and why some of them are downright hilarious. But what about an "apology" that was never actually meant to be one? Enter The Dark Knight’s Joker—a character who doesn’t just avoid apologizing but operates in a world where remorse doesn’t exist. His actions don’t call for apologies because, to him, everything is part of the joke.

So, what makes a bad apology worse than no apology at all? And when does an apology become more of an insult than an attempt at making things right? Let’s break it all down!