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Apple's $700 Million Box Office Misfires and Acquisition Rumors: What's Next for the Tech Giant?

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Apple's expensive movie productions fell short at the box office, leading to acquisition rumors. Will Apple secure a major movie studio soon? Find out more!

Apple ventured into the movie industry with big-budget productions like 'Killers of the Flower Moon,' 'Napoleon,' and 'Argylle,' spending over $700 million. Despite the massive investment, the movies only grossed a total of $466 million worldwide. This setback has sparked speculations about Apple's future in the film business.

Wedbush Securities' Daniel Ives highlighted the growing pressure on Apple to acquire a major movie studio. With industry experts believing that there's more than a 50% chance of Apple making this strategic move, the tech giant's next steps remain under scrutiny.

The underperformance of Apple's film projects raises questions about the company's approach to the entertainment industry. Will they pivot towards smaller-scale productions or continue with high-stakes blockbusters?

As Apple navigates the challenges of the movie market, fans and investors eagerly await the company's next move. Will they revolutionize the film industry or face more setbacks on the silver screen?

Did you know? 'Killers of the Flower Moon' featured top-tier talents like Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro. Despite the star-studded cast, the movie failed to meet box office expectations.

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Apple's Box Office Misfires: Are Napoleon, Flower Moon, Argylle ... (Variety)

Apple spent at least $700 million to make "Killers of the Flower Moon," "Napoleon" and "Argylle." They grossed a combined $466 million worldwide.

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Better than 50% chance that Apple will acquire a major movie studio ... (MacDailyNews)

โ€œThere's a lot of pressure for Apple to acquire a major studio,โ€ Wedbush Securities Daniel Ives tells Variety. โ€œI still think that it's more than a 50% ...

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