The film “Idiocracy” (2006) has been credited with sparking the worldwide craze for Crocs shoes. In the movie, the controversial rubber shoes are humorously worn by the insanely stupid people of the distant future. The protagonist, Joe Bauers, played by Luke Wilson, wakes up centuries later and finds himself surrounded by idiots wearing Crocs.
Director Mike Judge revealed that the decision to feature Crocs in the film was made by the costume designer as a cost-saving measure. At the time of filming, Crocs were not well-known and were considered to be just “stupid plastic shoes.” However, between the filming of the movie and its release, Crocs became hugely popular and a global phenomenon.
Fans of the film have hailed Judge and his team as prophets for their choice of shoes, seeing the popularity of Crocs as evidence of the world’s descent into absurdity. The unexpected success of Crocs after the release of the film has been seen as a confirmation of this bizarre prediction.
Despite its unintentional impact on the fashion world, the use of Crocs in “Idiocracy” remains a memorable and quirky aspect of the film. The story behind the shoes serves as a humorous reminder of the unpredictable nature of trends and popular culture.