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Despite these staggering figures, the box office returns tell the grim story: with around $682 million earned globally, Disney’s net loss after revenue sharing and expenses is around $421 million just on these two films. Moreover, the nearly $125 million in UK tax credits, while helpful, is insufficient to blunt the overall financial impact.
Broader Implications and Industry Consequences
These revelations underscore a dangerous trend of overspending and underperformance that threaten Disney’s overall profitability. While the studio continues to pour significant resources into blockbuster films, the returns are increasingly falling short, leading to substantial losses that may affect future productions.