Movie Sequels Canceled Because The Original Was So Bad

It seems like every blockbuster is a set-up for a potential franchise these days, but there have been some times where the first film was so bad that plans for a sequel were quickly scrapped. It's best to focus on telling a story that engages audiences and critics before you start thinking about a sequel, because when you have a film based on the plotless board game Battleship, what could possibly go wrong?