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Initially, many industry insiders argued that lower box office numbers for superhero movies could be attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic, claiming that audiences were hesitant to return to theaters. However, this narrative has been thoroughly debunked by recent box office successes of films like Top Gun: Maverick, Avatar: The Way of Water, and others that have demonstrated audiences are eager to return if they are offered compelling content. When there is a passion for thrilling, enjoyable movies, viewers are willing to go back to theaters—regardless of external circumstances.