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Given the typical Star Wars high standards for production quality—complex costumes, sets, special effects, and extensive CGI—this level of spending, while exorbitant, aligns with the franchise's reputation for cinematic craftsmanship. However, it also raises questions about the economics of such a costly series, particularly when considering its shorter format and potentially niche audience segment.
A Comparison of Production Costs and Implications
While it might seem shocking that Stranger Things could cost more than The Acolyte, especially considering the sci-fi epic's shorter episodes, the underlying factor is the scale of visual effects, duration, and cast salaries.