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Disney CEO: Mandalorian, Moana Underperform Box Office, Still Drive Merch

8/6/2026

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Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro said the “Mandalorian and Grogu” and “Moana” releases underperformed at the box office.
The Mandalorian earned $81 million domestically and $345 million worldwide, while Moana earned $262 million worldwide on a $250 million budget, potentially losing $100 million in theaters.
D’Amaro noted the titles drive merchandise, theme-park attendance, gaming and Disney+ strength, praised Sony’s record-breaking “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” as franchise proof, and said Disney’s “Avengers: Doomsday” on Dec. 18 will benefit.

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Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro said the “Mandalorian and Grogu” and “Moana” releases underperformed at the box office.
The Mandalorian earned $81 million domestically and $345 million worldwide, while Moana earned $262 million worldwide on a $250 million budget, potentially losing $100 million in theaters.
D’Amaro noted the titles drive merchandise, theme-park attendance, gaming and Disney+ strength, praised Sony’s record-breaking “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” as franchise proof, and said Disney’s “Avengers: Doomsday” on Dec. 18 will benefit.