George Clooney has had quite the transformationover the course of his four decade-long career.

For his latest gig, the movie star is playing a detective.

It seems that Clooney’s corniness didn’t work for everyone.

George Clooney holding a bag in Nespresso ad

Clooney has been Nespresso’s global brand ambassador since 2006.

Yet, his latest ad isn’t having the effect the coffee and coffee machine brand intended.

The cheeky, crime drama-inspired commercial hitInstagramon January 14 to mixed reviews.

George Clooney with a mustache looking confused in Nespresso ad

Spoiler alert: “Desperate Housewives” alum Eva Longoria’s chef character is ultimately behind the espresso embezzlement.

Two superstars in one whimsical commercial seems like a recipe for success.

Based on the reaction in the comment section, though, it wasn’t.

Some didn’t understand the ad’s ending.

“What’s with the mask?

And why are they saying no when the director tells cut,” one user asked.

So, is this a sign that the star simply isn’t as relevant anymore?

Clooney is still acting; he starred in 2024’s “Wolfs” and has an upcoming project.

Best coffee," one commenter wrote.

“Loved everything about this,” said another, adding, “Legendary mustache acting.”

Consider the case of whether Clooney is still a superstar closed.