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Black Adam, starring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, was positioned for years as a potential cornerstone for the future of the DCEU. Expectations were high, with Johnson himself suggesting that the film would be a game-changing, tentpole release that could redefine the franchise's trajectory. With such buzz and the star power involved, industry insiders and fans alike believed Black Adam would deliver a significant box office haul, possibly even boosting DC's standing in the crowded superhero genre.