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This trend of significant discrepancies isn't unique to The Rise of Skywalker. As the conversation continued, it was revealed that Andor, another of Disney's productions, had a staggering budget of $645 million, also suggesting a misleading approach toward budget reporting. The discussion highlights an alarming pattern, where reported budgets have consistently fallen short of the actual costs involved in producing major films and series within the franchise.
Reed’s article urges audiences and investors alike to approach reported budgets with a degree of skepticism. The question then looms large: if these estimates are so grossly inaccurate, what does it mean for Disney and its shareholders?