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Is Hollywood’s Addiction to Sequels Cannibalizing Its Future?
VarietyStory by Owen Gleiberman
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Hollywood's relentless sequel machine is choking off opportunities for new stories and original ideas, raising questions about the industry's long-term sustainability.
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- In 2024, the top 10 highest-grossing movies were all sequels, from 'Inside Out 2' to 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes'. This staggering statistic reveals Hollywood's alarming over-reliance on proven franchises.
- Industry insiders warn that this 'sequel addiction' is 'cannibalizing' Hollywood's future, crowding out chances for new, innovative projects that could captivate audiences and drive long-term growth.
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Box Office Mojo, Inside Out 2, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, Wicked, Moana 2