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The discussion underscores that many recent blockbuster productions have budgets ranging from $200 million to over $400 million, with some going even higher. Such numbers prompt skepticism about whether these investments are justified given the actual box office returns.
The Reality Check: Box Office Performance vs. Expectations
Moving into concrete examples, the conversation examines how movies like Final Reckoning have exceeded or met their financial goals—albeit in some cases by slim margins. However, the broader trend is evident: major franchise films are underperforming relative to their budgets and projections.