Though he didn't end up directing the most recent 007 film No Time to Die, filmmaker Sam Mendes has admitted that he likely inspired the killing of James Bond by killing off M in 2012's Skyfall. The death of the famed super spy stunned many fans and arguably robbed what was a strong film of its re-watch value.

In this respect, No Time to Die isn't alone. Plenty of well-made and engaging films have kept audiences riveted only to fundamentally lack any sort of rewatchability. To better explore this phenomenon, Redditors have suggested a variety of films that they feel are lots of fun to watch the first time around, but which simply have nothing to return for.

Life Of Pi (2012)

Pi and his tiger in Life of Pi on their boat

After finding tremendous success with his 2001 novel of the same name, Yan Martel’s Life of Pi was brought to life on the big screen by filmmaker Ang Lee. Redditor mcgeggy liked the film but simply can’t watch it again, saying, “Life of Pi. I thoroughly enjoyed it in the theater, but I think I would find it tedious and way less impactful on a rewatch at home.”

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For starters, Life of Pi was released in 3D, making a trip to the theatre much more of an event than it would be to now watch the film at home. All in all, the film certainly wasn’t bad – the likes of which were proven by its 4 Oscar run. But today the film just doesn’t have a similar appeal to what it once had, suggesting that it thrived in a particularly short-lived window.

Manchester By The Sea (2016)

Manchester by the Sea - Michelle Williams and Casey Affleck talk outside

This mournful two-time Oscar winner moved audiences and found considerable success at the box office in the process. The film tells the story of a depressed Boston handyman who returns to his hometown after his brother passes away. Redditor Bellyfulofboring says, “Manchester by the Sea - I thought it was amazing but just too sad to rewatch.”

Sad films typically don’t have the same rewatch value as other films do, and for this reason, it’s understandable why Manchester By the Sea might be engaging on the first watch, but less appealing in terms of future viewings. Heartbreak and grief are simply grueling emotions to process and even if they weren’t, Manchester By the Sea only has so much to return for.

12 Years A Slave (2013)

Chiwetel Ejiofor sits at a dining table in 12 years a slave, staring into the camera.

The true story of a once-free Black man sold into slavery, 12 Years a Slave brought the horrors of America’s slave trade to life. The film may have earned 3 Oscars for its devastating look into the past, but Redditor cjprodigy couldn’t find any rewatch value in it, stating, “12 Years a Slave.”

Acclaimed filmmaker Steve McQueen did indeed leave audiences feeling both sorrow and anguish, and the historical importance of 12 Years a Slave can’t be denied. However, not everyone wants to face this reality repeatedly. For this reason, rewatching 12 Years a Slave is likely as uncommon as rereading the book on which it was based on is.

Marriage Story (2019)

Adam driver holds a trumpet in Marriage Story as Scarlet Johansson looks on

For years Noah Baumbach has delivered funny, cerebral films about the challenges of identity and the realities of family. Marriage Story continued with those themes but in a much darker manner. Redditor advuh2 says, “I'd also add Marriage Story (2021). I think it's an absolutely terrific film, but it absolutely wrecked me.”

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Marriage Story is extremely engaging and the realism that it imparts to audiences is the reason why so many people find it hard to rewatch. This is especially true for people who have watched their private relationships disintegrate over time, as Marriage Story makes the slow descent into a breakup feel painfully relatable.

The Devil All The Time (2020)

The Devil All The Time Bill Skarsgard and on screen son pray at his wife's grave

Critics weren’t particularly kind to Antonio Campos’ The Devil All the Time, and the film more or less remained overlooked by audiences. With its violent tale of family and love in rural America, The Devil All the Time provided the sort of viewing experience that led Redditor YoungestI to balk at its rewatch value, saying, “The Devil All The Time.”

The film undoubtedly has many unpleasant and difficult-to-watch moments, but overall it has a certain charm to it that just doesn’t vibe with everyone. For the most part The Devil All the Time feels like a cross between Paul Thomas Anderson’s early work and Fargo, suggesting that it just might have some rewatch value for fans of those types of films.

The Road (2009)

Viggo Mortensen and son travel with a shopping cart in The Road

Iconic author Cormac McCarthy’s 2006 novel about a father and son navigating a post-apocalyptic America was adapted in 2009 for the big screen. The film failed to make an impact at the box office, and this was largely due to its unrelentingly grim subject matter. Redditor JohnnyUtah247 marks the film as un-rewatchable with ‘The road.”

Watching The Road takes a certain amount of tolerance, particularly today where the potential for disaster seems everywhere. That being said, the fact that HBO is set to unveil it's much anticipated The Last of Us TV adaptation suggests that audiences are more prepared than ever for a persistent look into what is best described as hell on earth.

Uncut Gems (2019)

Adam Sandler holding up jewellery in his shop in Uncut Gems

Adam Sandler gave audiences a completely different side of his acting abilities with this 2019 crime drama about a New York City jeweler in a lot of trouble. The film has an intensity that could understandably put some viewers off and Redditor mundermowan addresses the film with, “A great movie amazing acting, I never want to watch it again.”

Oddly enough, a major part of Uncut Gems’ appeal arguably is that it’s just so unappealing. The frantic pacing is enough to trigger anxiety and while the plot drags viewers deeper and deeper into the film, ultimately the story is just too dark and strenuous to merit repeat viewings. Still, for those who’ve never seen it, Uncut Gems is well worth the time.

Come And See (1985)

A soldier points a gun at a man on his knees, while three other soldiers stand next to them in Come and See.

Come and See remains one of the greatest war films of all time. With its no punches pulled look at resistance against the advancing German military during World War II, a now-deleted Redditor account might just have hit the nail on the head with, “Come And See. It’s far too depressing.”

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Watching Come and See almost feels as though filmmaker Elem Klimov willingly traded its rewatch value for its sheer gut-punching intensity. Seen once, the film offers the closest proximity to World War II that any of us will ever experience. Anything after that, however, will be quite the challenge to bear – though that’s not to say that the film isn’t rewarding.

Joker (2019)

Arthur laughing on the bus in Joker

Excessively lauded by fans and critics alike, this Joker origin story gave audiences a fresh look at the famed DC Comics villain – despite borrowing the entire concept from Martin Scorsese’s 1982 film The King of Comedy. Redditor Former_Ad1785 said, “Joker, i thought it was a great film but i have no desire to rewatch, maybe after 10 years.”

For those who aren’t rabid fans of the film, it’s easy to understand why Joker doesn’t have a tremendous amount of rewatchability. It’s a very dark film, with little redeeming value. The decision to give a superhero movie some grit was very welcome indeed, but once the novelty of that wears off, there isn’t much here to revisit for the average viewer.

The Sixth Sense (1999)

Cole standing in front of Malcolm in The Sixth Sense

M. Night Shyamalan made the world take notice with this 1999 effort, the likes of which focused on a young boy who claimed to be able to see dead people. Despite its success, Redditor I-Hate-You-Nermal makes a valid point by saying that the film, “Has no rewatchability once you know the twist...”

On one hand, I-Hate-You-Nermal makes an airtight case against the rewatchability of The Sixth Sense. The fun is indeed gone from the film once its now classic twist is revealed. However, some fans of the film feel that its emotional intensity grows even stronger with repeat viewings. For the majority of us though, once is probably all that’s needed.

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