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Moreover, the costs highlight the ongoing challenges in transitioning Star Wars to the streaming era. While scale and scope have increased, the profitability has not kept pace. The foundational Star Wars movies continue to be cultural landmarks, but their on-screen stories for streaming platforms often come with eye-watering budgets that lead to questions about long-term viability.
Reflection and Moving Forward
As Disney grapples with these costly missteps, the industry is left wondering whether the high-budget strategy for streaming content can be justified. Andor serves as a cautionary tale: even a show that can be critically praised and appreciated for its quality does not automatically translate into financial success.