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Box office data further illustrates the declining trend. Comparing recent animated films, the chart reveals that Toy Story 4 (2019) still holds an impressive domestic haul of nearly $121 million after 84 days. Conversely, recent Disney and Pixar releases like Lightyear and Strange World have languished, with Lightyear barely surpassing $105 million domestically after 17 days before moving to premium video on demand—a clear sign of diminishing theatrical appeal.