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While Red One may not turn into a hit in theaters, its ultimate impact will depend on its performance on streaming platforms. If Amazon effectively uses the film as a draw for their subscribers, it might still achieve medium-term goals—just not the blockbuster return initially envisioned. However, this situation highlights the complex balancing act that modern studios face, navigating between traditional theatrical releases and the rising dominance of streaming service content.
As the holiday season unfolds, the industry will be watching closely to see if Red One can garner any legs or if its box office struggles are just the opening salvo in a broader trend of big-budget holiday films facing headwinds in today’s entertainment environment.