1. John Carter (2012)
Based on Edgar Rice Burroughs’ beloved sci-fi novels, Disney’s John Carter aimed to launch a blockbuster franchise, complete with dazzling effects and sweeping interplanetary adventures. Expectations soared as the studio invested an estimated $250 million into production alone, confident that the rich literary source would captivate audiences worldwide. However, upon its release, the film struggled to connect with viewers, hindered by confusing marketing campaigns and lukewarm critical reviews. Instead of becoming a cinematic phenomenon, it became synonymous with box-office disasters, ultimately losing Disney around $200 million and denting their ambitious plans for future installments.
