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Further into the discussion, the conversation pivots to Hollywood’s broader patterns—reboots, recasting, franchise fatigue, and the economic implications of the current model. They discuss Marvel’s plans to recast core characters like Tony Stark and the inevitable reboot of the entire universe post-"Secret Wars" and "Doomsday." The panelists agree that, without a radical overhaul—such as starting fresh with new stories, new actors, and new worlds—the industry risks recycling tired formulas with diminishing returns.