Disney’s year is looking up with three potential blockbusters on their slate that could each rake in over $1 billion at the box office this year. This is a positive turnaround after the industry experienced a significant slump due to the global pandemic.
First on the list is The Little Mermaid, a live-action adaptation of the classic animated film. With Halle Bailey cast as Ariel and a well-known supporting cast, including Melissa McCarthy and Javier Bardem, the film has been generating significant buzz.
Next, we have Black Widow, the standalone film for Scarlett Johansson’s beloved Marvel character. Given the success of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the anticipation for this film, it’s highly expected to perform well at the box office.
Lastly, there’s Jungle Cruise, an adventure film inspired by the Disney theme park attraction. It stars Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt, whose on-screen charisma lends much appeal to the film. Given their star power and the film’s adventurous spirit, it’s shaping up to potentially be a substantial summer hit.
These three titles stand a good chance of not just reviving Disney’s fortunes, but also helping the box office get back on track. All eyes will be watching these films to see if they can indeed cross the billion-dollar mark.
