How Franchises Dominate
Blockbuster franchises frequently use recurring characters, interwoven plots, and tentpole release schedules to attain long-term success. New releases open higher and last longer when audiences are already committed. Meanwhile, premium formats and re-releases generate extra income. This page organizes catalogue entries by series, ranging from comic book universes to galaxy-spanning sagas, to show how multichannel marketing, sequel momentum, and cinematic world-building may compound global grosses over time.
Controversy
The domination of large franchises at the box office and the worry that this trend leaves less room for unique storytelling are at the heart of a rising dispute in the film industry.
Marvel, Star Wars, and the others included in this list routinely attract enormous crowds, frequently shattering attendance records and taking up much of the theater's screen space.
Many reviewers and spectators contend that the overemphasis on sequels, reboots, and shared worlds stifles creativity, despite the fact that these films offer companies consistent entertainment and financial stability.
Instead of the tried-and-true formulae of long-running series, audiences are demanding more creative films that provide new characters, new viewpoints, and inventive narrative.
Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU)
Star Wars
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