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Over the past few years, Marvel's output—characterized by high budgets and high expectations—has been met with diminishing returns. The Marvels, a recent film, notably failed to meet box office expectations and received scathing reviews, ultimately bringing the franchise's woes into mainstream scrutiny. This failure triggered a response from Disney executives, particularly CEO Bob Iger, who publicly emphasized the need to focus on quality over quantity: "Marvel really needs to focus on making better movies and less of them." This statement suggests a strategic retrenchment, aiming to reduce the number of films and series produced to improve overall quality.