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Rosamund Pike Calls 'Doom' Career-Derailing Disaster

3/14/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Rosamund Pike called the 2005 film Doom "probably one of the worst films ever made."
The Doom film nearly derailed her career, according to Pike.
Doom earned poor reviews and grossed under $60 million against a budget of $60–$70 million.
Pike has since built a successful career, including Gone Girl and other acclaimed roles.

History

Historical Context

The 2005 film adaptation of Doom, starring Karl Urban and Dwayne Johnson, struggled at the box office, grossing only $56 million against a $60–$70 million budget. Critics panned the film, with Rosamund Pike calling it "probably one of the worst films ever made." This failure mirrors the challenges faced by actors in genre films, highlighting the industry's volatility and the resilience required for success.

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Story summary

Rosamund Pike called the 2005 film Doom "probably one of the worst films ever made."
The Doom film nearly derailed her career, according to Pike.
Doom earned poor reviews and grossed under $60 million against a budget of $60–$70 million.
Pike has since built a successful career, including Gone Girl and other acclaimed roles.

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