'The Suicide Squad' stings, but 'Jungle Cruise' was supposed to be Disney's first successful new live-action franchise in 16 years.
are both theatrical disasters, and I cannot say that either of them would have been hits in normal times, the stakes are comparatively lower for the James Gunn-directed superhero sequel. The rave reviews help the overall post-Snyder DC Films franchise narrative, and its commercial reception won’t negatively impactwas A) a movie that looked like a more likely hit in pre-Covid times and B) Disney’s best chance at crafting a new theatrically live-action franchise.
Both films, save for a theoretically face-saving run in China, may struggle to top $200 million worldwide. But only one was trying to end a 16-year losing streak.The Mummy, Pirates of the Caribbeanwas pegged to be Disney’s first breakout newbie sincein 2003. While Bob Iger’s reign at Disney was unquestionably successful in terms of generated revenue and pop culture domination , most of that success came from acquisitions.
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