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On the flip side, DC has faced considerable difficulties over the past several years. Since the release of Joker in 2019—an exception in an otherwise underperforming streak—DC has seen only one profitable film: The Batman. The studio is now in the midst of a significant reset under the guidance of filmmaker James Gunn, aiming to redefine its cinematic universe. Both studios see their summer releases as pivotal moments that could sway audience interest and, ultimately, franchise stability.