The Big Picture: Marvel's Mid Budget Misstep The recent success of Spider Man: Brand New Day may lead you to believe that Marvel has regained its footing, but scratch beneath the surface and it's clear that the studio still faces significant challenges.
Despite earning over $2.
4 billion at the global box office, three of Marvel's 2025 releases underperformed against expectations: Captain America: Brave New World ($415 million), Thunderbolts ($382 million), and The Fantastic Four: First Steps ($521 million against a reported $200 million budget).