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Marvel's investment in Pascal as the face of the future of the MCU's Fantastic 4 is enormous. The studio has placed considerable faith—and billions of dollars—in this project. If the movie fails to reach the anticipated 650-700 million dollar mark domestically and internationally, it risks a significant setback not only commercially but also in terms of franchise momentum.
The Reckoning
In the end, Marvel's reliance on Pascal's star power underscores their desperation to turn the tide. However, the combination of his limited box office pedigree and polarizing public profile suggests that Fantastic 4's success will be crucial—potentially a make-or-break moment for the MCU's future.