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However, the honeymoon phase rapidly turned sour. Gunn’s efforts, which once seemed promising, quickly faced criticism as the results failed to meet expectations. The first major sign was Superman: Legacy, which, despite the hoopla, underperformed at the box office. According to a recent Forbes report, the film grossed around $615 million worldwide but only netted approximately $300 million after distribution fees—far below the critical $350 million threshold needed to break even. This undeniably classifies the film as a commercial flop, especially considering the iconic status of Superman, the most recognizable superhero of all time.