All top 10 grossing movies of 2024 are sequels highlighting Hollywood's franchise focus

In 2024, all top 10 grossing movies are sequels, including "Inside Out 2" and "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes." Upcoming films like "Wicked" and "Moana 2" are expected to join this list, highlighting Hollywood's ongoing reliance on familiar franchises. While sequels have improved in quality over the years, their dominance raises concerns about creativity in the industry. The trend of producing sequels to older films may limit the development of new original content, posing a risk to the future of filmmaking. The current success of sequels reflects a need for box office hits, but it also suggests a potential unsustainability. The industry may struggle to create new franchises if it continues to focus primarily on past successes.