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The consequences of these miscalculations are evident in Disney’s recent box office and streaming performance. Notable failures include the movie Lightyear, which grossed only about $200 million against a $200 million production budget—a blockbuster failure. Similarly, Elemental, despite various attempts to rebrand and prolong its theatrical run, failed to break even, with box office earnings falling significantly short of the estimated $600 million needed to recoup costs.