Part 8/10:
The Broader Context: The Decline of Disney+ Originals
The performance of Agatha underscores a troubling trend for Disney+. Series like The Acolyte and Echo are significantly underperforming compared to original content from other studios and streaming services. With The Penguin comfortably dominating during its debut week and Tulsa King (a Paramount+ hit starring Sylvester Stallone) outperforming Agatha, Disney+ is clearly struggling to retain viewers for its high-cost projects.