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Disney Admits 'Mandalorian,' 'Moana' Box Office Flops

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Disney acknowledged on August 5 that "Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu" and live-action "Moana" underperformed at the box office during an earnings call. CEO Josh D'Amaro downplayed the theatrical disappointments, emphasizing that both films generated value across other company divisions and noting that box office represents only one metric for success. The company's leadership highlighted its exploration of alternative distribution strategies, including potential free streaming services, as it reassesses its theatrical slate strategy.