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The collapse of major franchise films like Marvel’s Fantastic Four and other Disney projects epitomizes Hollywood's current struggles. The latest Fantastic Four reboot performed miserably at the box office—tracking far below expectations and potentially failing to reach half a billion dollars globally. Industry insiders mockingly refer to it as the "highest-grossing flop," highlighting its disastrous reception and the damage caused by miscasting, lack of reverence for source material, and a vacant understanding of audience expectations.