Jason Momoa labels 2011 'Conan' remake a massive flop

Actor Jason Momoa, known for his later role as Aquaman, recounted his experience starring as the titular hero in the 2011 fantasy remake of "Conan." The film cost about $90 million to produce but was a critical and commercial failure, with reviews describing it as a "big pile of crap." Momoa quoted GQ saying, “It was one of my best experiences, and then it turned into a huge pile of crap.” The original 1982 "Conan" had boosted Arnold Schwarzenegger’s career, but the 2011 version faded from memory, prompting Momoa to reflect on the misstep despite his subsequent success.

Momoa’s breakthrough came years later with the DC superhero "Aquaman," which cemented his status as a major film star, contrasting sharply with the earlier flop.