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Despite the backlash, Netflix announced that Season 4 would be their most expensive yet—spending nearly $700 million on production—indicating high ambitions for the series' continuation. However, the mounting criticism suggested that this hefty investment might be wasted, as many fans and critics began to question whether the quality would match the budget.
The Official Trailer and Rising Discontent
In the weeks leading up to the season's debut at the end of the month, Netflix released the first official trailer. The reception was predictably negative: 46,000 dislikes compared to 15,000 likes. The trailer showcased what many described as uninspired storytelling and a failure to capture the spirit of the original books.