Jason Momoa's 'Conan the Barbarian' Remake: A Disappointing Setback in the Actor's Career
Jason Momoa, known for his roles in "Game of Thrones" and "Aquaman," faced a setback with his first lead role in the action movie "Conan the Barbarian" in 2011. The original 1982 film starring Arnold Schwarzenegger set a high standard for the remake, but the 2011 version failed to meet expectations. Directed by Marcus Nispel, the movie follows Conan seeking revenge against his enemy Khalar Zym, who aims to achieve immortality by raising his wife from the dead. Despite ambitious goals to appeal to different types of Conan fans, the film fell short of success.
The remake of "Conan the Barbarian" received poor reviews from critics and audiences, with a low 25% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The movie struggled at the box office, earning only $10 million on its opening weekend against a $90 million production budget. Despite facing limited competition, the film failed to attract audiences and ended its run with a disappointing $63.5 million worldwide. Lionsgate reported a significant loss due to the movie's underperformance in theaters.
Reflecting on the experience, Jason Momoa openly admitted that "Conan the Barbarian" was a disappointment and described it as a "big pile of s***." He expressed frustration over the movie's outcome, attributing its failure to factors beyond his control. Director Marcus Nispel responded to Momoa's comments without elaborating on the specifics of what went wrong with the film. Despite the challenges faced by the "Conan" remake, Momoa's career has since rebounded, with successful projects like "Aquaman" showcasing his talent and appeal to audiences.