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After resolving his highly publicized feud with theTwo and a Half Menshowrunner, Charlie Sheen made a brief return to television with an uncredited cameo in the 2023 comedy seriesBookie. Now, the actor is expected to make his comeback with a new show,Ramble On.
Created by Doug Ellin, the mind behindEntourage, the dramedy follows Hollywood veterans, including Sheen, as they attempt to rebuild their careers. Alongside Kevin Connolly and Kevin Dillon, Sheen’s return to the spotlight has generated excitement, but it has also raised concerns given his lack of successful projects in recent years.
Charlie Sheen is mounting a comeback with the new TV show,Ramble On
Charlie Sheen, who was among the highest-paid TV actors at the height of his career, is now mounting a comeback with Doug Ellin’s showRamble On. The trailer, which was released over a month ago, showcases Kevin Connolly and Kevin Dillon’s struggles to create a new podcast.
When their financial backers, includingShark Tankstar and entrepreneur Mark Cuban,begin to pull out, the duo turns to Charlie Sheen in a last-ditch effort to save their project, only to discover that all three face similar challenges.
The trailer of the show also features a star-studded cast, including Martin Sheen, Kimiko Glenn, Tramell Tillman, John C. McGinley, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Zulay Henao, Mark Cuban, James Hiroyuki Liao, Harvey Guillén, Ana Ortiz, Emmanuelle Chriqui, and more, with many appearing as themselves.
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As perScreenRant, the show is currently being shopped to networks or streaming platforms. And if the series gets picked up, it would be Sheen’s first regular TV show since his FX’sAnger Management.
Charlie Sheen’s last few projects have received an underwhelming response
Charlie Sheenhas had a successful run on the silver screen.However, that has not been the case for his recent venture with most of his films failing to make a mark, including his last film, the 2017 action drama film, 9/11.
It is based on Patrick James Carson’s stage playElevator, which takes place during the tragic September 11 attacks at the World Trade Center. The film not only underperformed at the box office, grossing just $200,229 (Box Office Mojo) but also received poor reviews from critics, earning a dismal 20% critic score onRotten Tomatoes.
9/11is available to watch on Peacock.
Mad Families
Released in 2017,Mad Families, a comedy film that centers on a family whose July outing takes a turn for the worse when they discover that their campsite has been double-booked with two other families.
Debuting as an original film on Sony’s digital platform, Crackle, the movie struggled to capture much attention. While the film does hold a mediocre 28% audience score onRotten Tomatoes, the only review of the film, from Brian Orndorf of Blue-Ray.com, describes the film as a“vicious waste of time”for the audience.
Mad Familiesis available to purchase or rent on Apple TV.
Machete Kills
Machete Kills, the only film to credit Charlie Sheen by his birth name Carlos Estévez, casts him as the American president who personally recruits Machete for a mission.
While Sheen didn’t lead the film, it was a box office disappointment, grossing just $17.4 million (Box Office Mojo) and ranking as one of the year’s worst openings. The film also received critical backlash for being overly self-referential and excessive, with a confusing and lackluster storyline. It currently holds a 29% critic score onRotten Tomatoes.
Machete Killsis available to watch on Max.
Scary Movie 5
The fifth installment in theScary Moviefilm series, the parody film features Charlie Sheen, who previously played Tom Logan in earlier entries, in a cameo as himself this time.
Despite the success of its predecessors, the 2013 film was a major disappointment both commercially and critically. According toBox Office Mojo, it grossed $78 million, making it the lowest-grossing film in the franchise.
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In addition to its box office failure,Scary Movie 5added to Sheen’s list of critically panned films. The movie holds a dismal 4% critic score onRotten Tomatoes, with reviews describing it as just another“slick, highly profitable parody”that failed to deliver.
Scary Movie 5is available to watch on Hulu.
Foodfight!
The 2012 animated adventure film is set in a supermarket where branded products come to life after hours. Charlie Sheen plays the role of Dex Dogtective, a canine detective, as he tries to stop the evil Brand X from taking over the store and replacing beloved food mascots with their own sinister products.
The film was a major box office failure, grossing only $120,141 at the box office (Box Office Mojo), and was met with overwhelmingly negative reviews. Critics described it as the“ugliest animated feature that has ever been released.”While it lacks a critic score onRotten Tomatoes, it holds a dismal 11% audience score.
Foodfight!is available to purchase or rent on Apple TV.
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Sheen’spotential comeback show,Ramble On, has generated excitement among fans, who are eager to see the series. However, some concerns linger about Sheen’s latest project and its reception due to the lack of success of his last few projects, raising questions about the show’s future success.
Laxmi Rajput
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Laxmi Rajput is a Senior Writer at FandomWire, with over 3,300 articles published covering film, TV, and pop culture. With a degree in Broadcast Journalism and over three years of experience in content writing, she pivoted to entertainment journalism because let’s be honest, superheroes, sitcoms, and Netflix binges are way more fun. Laxmi frequently covers Marvel, Harry Potter, Star Wars, and popular TV shows, offering both fan-first enthusiasm and thoughtful analysis. Her work often dives into Marvel theories, revisits the genius of The Big Bang Theory, or unpacks the Netflix phenomenon of Stranger Things.
