When we are kids, we have different tastes than when we’re adults. Movies are no different when it comes to preferences.

I was a child throughout the 2000s. During that decade, there were not only a lot of successful films, but also some box-office failures and movies that ended up being mostly disliked.

All the movies I listed below were released during the 2000s. I enjoyed them back then, but I might not as an adult today.

1: Chicken Little (2005)

If you also grew up during the 2000s, you probably remember this movie. It focused on a kid chicken who thought the world was coming to an end. He would say several times, “The sky is falling.”

As a kid, I might have enjoyed the characters and humor. However, as an adult, I think I would find it boring.

The reason is because I saw the video from the YouTube channel, Cinemasins, where they pointed out different flaws in it. When I watched their video, “Everything Wrong with Chicken Little,” although I didn’t mind the beginning (I even remember thinking to myself, This isn’t so bad. I don’t understand why it did so poorly.), the rest of it made me antsy. I had trouble keeping my focus.

So, now I have an idea of how unengaging the film would be if someone strapped me to a chair and forced me to watch it.

2: Garfield (2004)

When I was 10, I developed a passion for Garfield the orange cat. This prompted me to show interest in the live-action movie adaptation, starring Bill Murray as the voice of Garfield.

The plot focuses on Garfield, who gets a pampered life until Odie the dog joins the family. Odie gets more attention than Garfield, making Garfield jealous.

Like with Chicken Little, I probably enjoyed the film for its characters and humor. But as an adult, it might not be the same.

A lot of people disliked this version for many reasons. One reason is because the characters detracted too much from how they were in the original comics and cartoon. Another was how the plot was mediocre and predictable. The humor was also unsatisfactory to many audiences.

I haven’t seen Garfield since I was a kid. But based on the criticisms, I may not necessarily enjoy it today.

3: Hoodwinked (2006)

This film focused on the story of Little Red Riding Hood – but with a twist. 

I liked this film as a kid, probably due to the twists and turns and maybe the characters. There were also some original musical numbers.

Hoodwinked ended up receiving mixed reviews right after it was released. Some criticized the animation quality. Some thought that what looked good on a page did not translate well to the screen.

One critic considered the plot underdeveloped and the characters lacking in motivation.

If I saw Hoodwinked today, I might feel different than when I saw it as a child.

4: Shark Tale (2004)

This movie focuses on a shark who wants to be vegetarian and a fish who claims he slayed a shark just to get popular.

I enjoyed this film for worldbuilding, characters, and humor when I was a kid. However, this movie received mixed reviews – and many of them weren’t the best.

One critic pointed out the number of references made to The Godfather, which is rated R. And the target audience is mainly kids and young teens.

Now that wouldn’t be an issue for me now. However, since the reviews aren’t so great, I have no plans to rewatch Shark Tale.

5: Over the Hedge (2006)

This movie focused on a bunch of animals that discover a suburban town over a bush. They then raid that area.

Although not many people talk about this movie today, the reviews are actually pretty decent. However, for me, not a lot of moments stand out to me or appeal to me today. The movie feels ordinary and not exciting enough.

6: The Shaggy Dog (2006)

A man named Dave Douglas cares more about his job than his family. Then, at some point, he gets bitten by a dog that transfers a strange serum into his body. That serum causes Dave to turn into a dog.

When I was a child, I enjoyed the characters, humor, plot, and Grease songs used in the movie.

However, some critics complained that the film wasn’t original nor had any inspiration. It was also nominated for a Razzie award (not that I support that kind of “award” for any movie).

But it’s likely that if I saw it today, it wouldn’t be the same compared to when I was younger.

7: Barnyard (2006)

This movie focuses on a bunch of farm animals. One includes a carefree cow called Ben, who loves to have fun. Unfortunately, his father passes away. So, Ben is left in charge and has a lot more responsibilities.

Like with the other movies on this list, I enjoyed the humor and characters when I was a child. I also noticed that the plot was similar to The Lion King.

Although this film ended up getting a series on Nickelodeon called Back at the Barnyard, it did poorly amongst critics and audiences. Some said it was unimaginative and not funny at all. Others also pointed out its similarity to The Lion King.

As an adult, I might find the humor more suitable for kids. Therefore, it is not going on my “to-watch” list any time soon.

8: Daddy Day Care (2003)

Two dads open a daycare center. But the kids are unruly and out of control.

When I was younger, I enjoyed the humor and the creativity. For example, I liked the pet show-and-tell scene.

However, the film has been criticized for being boring for adults and older kids. Overall, the reviews weren’t the best. Even the two actors playing the dads, Eddie Murphy and Jeff Garlin, wouldn’t return for the sequel, Daddy Day Camp. That worked out because that movie did worse. It had a 1% overall rating on Rotten Tomatoes and was likely the movie that went out of theaters the day after its release.

So, I have no plans to rewatch Daddy Day Care.

9: Epic Movie (2007)

Four orphans from different movies meet at a weird chocolate factory. They go through a door that leads to a magical land. But crazy things happen from there.

So, I was a bit older when I watched this film. I was 14. And this movie is quite inappropriate for kids with the language, nudity, and intimacy scenes.

Anyway, when I was younger, I enjoyed how it was a parody of Narnia and some other franchises such as:

• Harry Potter 
• Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
• Nacho Libre (even though I disliked that movie)

There were a million pop culture references. I also found the movie funny.

However, as an adult, I feel that some parts were too wacky, too weird, and too gross. Some critics called the movie crude and unfunny.

The reviews are poor, too. It has a 2% overall rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

Conclusion

So, there you have it.

If you enjoy any of these films now, I respect that. I just personally wouldn’t watch them today.