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Sony Claims Marvel Flop Morbius Actually Turned A Profit — Is That Possible?

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Sony claims its Marvel flop 'Morbius' beat the odds and turned a surprise profit - but is that even possible?
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  • According to Sony, the critically-panned 'Morbius' movie starring Jared Leto managed to eke out a profit, despite bombing at the box office and becoming a viral punchline
  • Industry analysts are skeptical of Sony's claims, arguing that the film's dismal $73 million global box office take, combined with its hefty production and marketing costs, make it virtually impossible for the movie to have turned a profit
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