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The stark contrast in budgets and profitability is striking. Disney’s recent animated releases each cost around $200 million, yet many have underperformed. Meanwhile, Illumination produces movies in the $70–$100 million range, often earning hundreds of millions at the box office. For instance, the Despicable Me franchise alone has generated nearly $3.5 billion globally, with each new installment consistently crossing the billion-dollar mark.