In its landmark 100th anniversary year, Disney faced a tumultuous time at the box office, with multiple major releases failing to resonate with audiences. The superhero slump and a rejection of remakes and reboots contributed to a challenging year for the House of Mouse.
2023 was a milestone year for Disney. The studio was celebrating a century of producing movie magic. It has had several unexpected drops in revenue which led to its shocking exit from the prestigious Billion Dollar Club.
The festivities were overshadowed by a series of box-office disappointments.
Out of the eight major theatrical releases, seven struggled to make an impact both domestically and internationally, marking one of Disney’s toughest years in recent memory.
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Superhero Slump and faltering remakes
A significant blow came from the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), which has been a powerhouse for Disney since the release of “Iron Man” in 2008. 2023 saw a departure from the usual success story. Two out of the three Marvel films released failed to meet expectations.
