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Harrison Ford's Sci-Fi Movies Bombed When They Weren't 'Star Wars' & 'Blade Runner'
MovieWebStory by Alex Hewitt
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Harrison Ford's sci-fi box office success hinges on his iconic franchises, as his standalone attempts failed to launch.
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- Ford's only two sci-fi movies outside of 'Star Wars' and 'Blade Runner' - 'Ender's Game' and 'Cowboys & Aliens' - were commercial flops, proving his star power is tied to his signature roles.
- The data shows Ford's acting chops alone can't guarantee blockbuster success in the sci-fi genre; the right established property is key to filling seats for the veteran leading man.
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Harrison Ford, Ender's Game, Cowboys & Aliens, 'Star Wars', 'Blade Runner', 'Ender's Game', 'Cowboys & Aliens'