The premiere of “The Marvels,” the sequel to “Captain Marvel,” did not meet box office expectations in the United States. The film, a new piece of history in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), grossed $47 million (approximately R$231 million) in its first weekend.
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This achievement, which is below the standard set by the MCU, raises questions about the challenges the franchise faces amid changes in the entertainment landscape. And an article, published by expirationexplore exactly this.
“The Marvels” and challenges for the MCU
The film, which cost around $200 million (R$983 million) to produce by Marvel Studios, recorded the lowest value yet for Disney’s MCU. Despite last-minute efforts to promote the film – including an appearance by Brie Larson (Captain Marvel) on The Tonight Show and at a theater in New York – audiences weren’t as captivated as expected.
“Marvels,” with a runtime of 97 minutes (one hour and 37 minutes), presented unique challenges for the MCU, which is accustomed to releases with longer running times.
Despite marketing strategies aimed at specific audiences, the film failed to top screenings, raising concerns about superhero production fatigue and other factors at play.
Viewership numbers also revealed some B CinemaScore grades and less positive reviews from Comscore/Screen Engine PostTrak outputs. This mixed reception raises questions about the continued vitality of the MCU brand and the need for revitalization.
The big picture
The current environment of the film industry, with the overlap of the MCU brand on Disney+ and the crossover strategy between streaming and cinema, could be a factor contributing to the lower-than-expected performance, according to the Deadline article.
The text underlines that the collapse of “The Marvels” highlights the importance of maintaining clarity in the distribution strategy, keeping content intended for cinema and that intended for homes streaming.
The impact of the series “Ms. Marvel” on Disney+ may also have played a role in this outcome, according to the article. Fans’ dismay with the series may have influenced their willingness to watch “The Marvels.”
The overlap of the MCU brand and the need to get audiences out of the house could be key points that Marvel Studios executives should consider in future releases.
Ultimately, the article highlights that the challenge faced by “The Marvels” is not just limited to the fatigue of superhero productions, but rather the complex interconnection between cinema and streaming. Therefore, the future of the MCU may depend on a more focused and careful approach to ensuring the continued success of its productions.
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