They Had One Job: Special Effects That Aged Like an Expired Yogurt

Special effects can make or break a movie, but not all of them stand the test of time. What once blew audiences away can now look like a budget-cut video game cutscene. From The Mummy Returns' infamous Scorpion King to The Matrix Reloaded’s rubbery Neo, some effects just didn’t age well.

In this episode of A.J. Chat, we’re counting down 15 special effects that aged like milk—scenes that were once considered cutting-edge but now stick out like a bad green screen. Whether it’s awkward CGI, weird motion capture, or visual choices that just didn’t hold up, these moments make us wonder… what were they thinking?

Which effects still haunt you? Let’s dive in!