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The conversation draws parallels with the Star Wars sequel trilogy, where despite divisive reception, Rise of Skywalker still grossed over a billion dollars due to audience curiosity about the ending. Similarly, Marvel’s past successes with late-stage movies like Deadpool and Wolverine reaffirm that even amidst dwindling franchise quality, certain films can still perform spectacularly—especially when they tap into previously acquired assets or bring familiar characters to the forefront.