‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ Takes Pride As No. 9 Most Valuable Blockbuster Of 2024

Disney's constant reboots are even alienating its superfans

The "Lion King" live-action version grossed over $1.6 billion in 2019. Its "Mufasa" spinoff in 2024 brought in less than half that sum.Walt Disney Studios Motion PicturesDisney has made a fortune creating sequels and reimagining older movies.But some Disney superfans are growing wary of the Mouse House's strategy.Without new hits, those in the next generation may not share their parents' love for Disney.Disney's movie executives seem focused on …

‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ Takes Pride As No. 9 Most Valuable Blockbuster Of 2024

Disney's Mufasa: The Lion King proved the year-end holiday corridor is big enough to support two family blockbusters, making a $175 million profit.

Disney adults are sick and tired of all the reboots

"The Lion King" live-action version grossed over $1.6 billion in 2019. The "Mufasa" spinoff in 2024 brought in less than half that sum. Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Disney has made a fortune creating sequels and reimagining older movies. But some Disney superfans are growing wary of the…