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‘The Flash’ Flops: Superhero Fatigue Hits Box Office

1/13/2025

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Director Andy Muschietti opened up about the disappointing performance of "The Flash," which earned only $271 million on a $200 million budget. He pointed to waning interest in the character, especially among female audiences, and a growing superhero fatigue. The film's launch also suffered from the DCEU's declining popularity, further dampening its success.

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Director Andy Muschietti opened up about the disappointing performance of "The Flash," which earned only $271 million on a $200 million budget. He pointed to waning interest in the character, especially among female audiences, and a growing superhero fatigue. The film's launch also suffered from the DCEU's declining popularity, further dampening its success.