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Despite poor box office results, these films are still major investments, with budgets often exceeding $150 million, plus extensive marketing spends. For example, the new Pixar film's production cost is estimated at around $150 million, with additional marketing investments that could push total costs to $250-300 million.
Given this level of investment, the revenue target to break even or profit is substantial — around $500 million globally, considering box office and ancillary revenue streams like streaming, merchandise, and partnerships.