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As the financial dumps and creative misfires pile up, one thing becomes clear: Disney and its executives believe that fans no longer hold the economic power they once did. With investments in theme parks, including Galaxy’s Edge, and hotel resorts, the company has already poured billions into the franchise. These selections were driven more by corporate strategy than fan demand, and now they are suffering the consequences.
A hypothetical perspective from industry insiders suggests that if Disney could swiftly undo Galaxy’s Edge and revert it to the original Star Wars theme, they would do so in an instant—if it meant recouping losses and restoring profitability.