From Scurrying Stars to Cinematic Pests: The Best & Worst Rodent Films

From cunning survivors to heroic adventurers, rats and mice have scurried their way into cinema history. Whether they’re stealing the spotlight as lovable protagonists or striking fear as sinister vermin, these rodents have been the stars of animated classics, gripping thrillers, and everything in between. Some films capture their charm and intelligence, while others simply make us want to call an exterminator.

In this ranking, we’ll use a 1-to-5 scale—1 being a cheesy disaster and 5 being a true rodent masterpiece. Which movies are worth the crumbs, and which ones deserve to be trapped? Stay tuned as we break it down!

5-Star Ranking - Best of the Best

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4-Star Ranking - Top 10 Worthy

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3-Star Ranking - Entertaining Watch

  • Rat Scratch Fever (2011) - Brought back to Earth from a doomed space mission, an army of giant rats develop a big appetite for Los Angeles residents. B movies are meant to be fun and entertaining, and this movie doesn't disappoint, especially with all the shenanigans happening.
  • Three Blind Mice (2023) - As Abbi detoxes in a secluded cabin with her family, they soon realize that a famous children's tale may have sinister implications for them all. I like the idea of this being a horror film though it's clear that turning your brain off with definitely enhance the experience.

2-Star Ranking - Could've Been Better

  • Mouse of Horrors (2024) - In a quiet seaside town, a sinister doctor creates a monstrous mutated rat, causing terror for a group of friends trapped at an amusement park. Utterly ridiculous with bad writing and bad acting, the film at least has some decent kills.

1-Star Ranking - Total Trash

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Thanks for checking out the post. Did your favorite make the list? Let us know what movies you've seen and how you'd rank them.

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