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This analysis confirms what many insiders and analysts have been suggesting for over a month: the Superman movie likely did not turn a profit in theaters but has potential for long-term profitability through subsequent digital sales and licensing. Moreover, it outperformed many high-budget Marvel films this year in box office revenue, despite those Marvel entries costing more to produce.
The discussion also touches on the comparative reporting practices among studios. Disney, for example, has traditionally been reticent about disclosing PVOD sales figures, whereas Warner Brothers has been more transparent, indicating confidence and strategic emphasis on revenue from these channels.