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Had The Dial of Destiny opened solidly, it might still have faced challenges, but the current trajectory suggests a significant box office disaster. Instead of potentially grossing $750-800 million worldwide—albeit still risking marginal profitability—it now appears the film may struggle to reach even $500 million, marking a catastrophic blow for Disney.
This underperformance, combined with tepid critical reviews and evident fan disappointment, threatens the future of Indiana Jones as a franchise. It serves as yet another example of how Disney and Lucasfilm seem to be losing the trust of their core audience, especially when it comes to legacy characters.