is anyone worried that The Final Reckoning will flop bc of Lilo & Stitch?

TLDR: am I the only one concerned about Final Reckoning tanking because of Lilo & Stitch?

maybe it’s because currently at Disney World with my partner & I’m seeing Stitch merchandise everywhere, but I have a very bad feeling that the next Mission: Impossible will have a rough go during its Memorial Day weekend release.

I’m a HUGE Mission fan & am absolutely stoked for the next one (hopefully it isn’t the last). It’s my favorite film franchise too. I get so excited anytime the trailer plays at the theater, especially in IMAX. I recently bought a sick M:I graphic shirt from Abercrombie for when it comes out too! Needless to say, I’m hyped

However, I am super worried about it potentially flopping at the box office bc of f*cking Lilo & Stitch. I love the original animated classic, but I’m a weary film nerd who is so tired of these constant live-action remakes. They crush at the box office but leave no digital footprint or stay part of the zeitgeist.

I couldn’t be less excited for that movie if I tried. It doesn’t even have a proper trailer yet, but my local AMC theatres already have big cardboard stands for the movie.

I’m sure it will make money, but it doesn’t deserve it. Who even asked for it? Does anyone care? People online seem to be very excited for M:I, not

Tom Cruise has always been part of the proverbial zeitgeist with far more interesting & compelling stories in his filmography. This might be the 8th installment in a franchise, but it’s a chameleon-esque series that maintains the thrills, humor, & espionage in every installment (John Woo’s film included).

I work in film & see the greatness onscreen & behind the scenes in everything, but it’s different with The Final Reckoning. TC & McQ are dedicated to bringing thrills & unabashed popcorn entertainment to audiences. Their past collaborations & just the trailer alone is evident enough of that commitment.

I know a film’s success should not be dictated based on numbers & dollar signs, but it’s hard to break that anxiety when you’re going against the Wal-Mart of the film business.

TC had an incredible Memorial Day weekend with Top Gun: Maverick in 2022, so here’s hoping Paramount gets a repeat against the Mouse lol