Franchises, sequels, and adapted stories have overwhelmingly dominated the 2024 box office, with no original movie cracking the top 15 highest-grossing films.
The only movie in the top 15 not based on an existing film was 'Wicked,' adapted from a Broadway musical, highlighting the trend of reliance on established properties.
In 2024, franchises like 'Deadpool & Wolverine' and sequels such as 'Inside Out 2' were among the top earners, emphasizing Hollywood's preference for familiar intellectual properties.
The top-grossing film not based on existing IP was John Krasinski's 'IF,' landing at number 24 with over $190 million globally, showing a continued market for original stories.
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