"2024 Box Office Outlook: A Tug-of-War Between Franchise Fever and Audience Fatigue"
The 2024 box office predictions are cautiously optimistic with potential blockbusters like "Dune: Part Two," "Deadpool 3," and "Wicked Part 1" expected to draw audiences, despite the unpredictable post-pandemic market. Other notable releases include "Gladiator 2," "Mufasa: The Lion King," and Bong Joon Ho's "Mickey 17." However, some films like "Madame Web" and "Civil War" are considered risky, with the latter being A24's most expensive film to date. Kevin Costner's ambitious two-part epic "Horizon: An American Saga" is also a gamble in the current box office climate.