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The franchise’s previous attempt with Kingdom of the Crystal Skull introduced Shia LaBeouf as Indy’s son, but that entry was met with mixed reviews. Later, animated or prequel spin-offs, like Young Indiana Jones or CGI recreations of past stars, failed to capture the same magic. The sentiment among many fans is that trying to revive a beloved franchise with aging actors or superficial nods dilutes its legacy.