Disney Says Box Office Isn’t the Whole Story for Mandalorian, Grogu, and Moana

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Disney executives argue box-office totals aren’t the sole measure of a film’s value: The Mandalorian and Grogu and the live-action Moana posted modest grosses by franchise standards, but the company says these IPs drive growth in retail, theme parks, gaming, and Disney+ streaming, reinforcing a long‑term IP flywheel beyond ticket sales.
- Disney Says ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ and ‘Moana’ Were Hits, Actually Gizmodo
- Disney Admits ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Disappointed at Box Office hollywoodreporter.com
- Disney CEO Admits Moana, Mandalorian and Grogu Are Box Office Flops Variety
- Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro Minimizes 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' Box Office Failure, Says Company Is Exploring Free Streaming Services starwarsnewsnet.com
- Disney Admits Live-Action Moana and Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu 'Underperformed,' But Says the Movies Still Helped Sell Plenty of Merchandise IGN
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