| Studio | Production | Release | Type | |--------|------------|---------|------| | Disney | Deadpool 3 | July 2024 | MCU (R-rated) | | Warner Bros. | Joker: Folie à Deux | Oct 2024 | Musical psychological thriller | | Universal | Wicked: Part One | Nov 2024 | Musical fantasy | | Sony | Kraven the Hunter | Aug 2024 | Spider-Man spin-off | | Netflix | The Electric State (Russo Bros.) | 2024 | Sci-fi (Millie Bobby Brown) | | Amazon | The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S2 | 2024 | Epic fantasy | | Apple | F1 (Brad Pitt, Joseph Kosinski) | 2025 | Racing drama | | A24 | Civil War (Alex Garland) | April 2024 | Dystopian thriller |

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In the 1970s, studios made character dramas. Today, they make "high concept" films—premises that can be explained in one sentence. "What if dinosaurs roamed a theme park?" (Jurassic World). "What if a poor family wins a golden ticket?" (Wonka). This reduces risk. According to a 2023 McKinsey report, 80% of a studio's annual budget is allocated to established IP (sequels, prequels, reboots, or adaptations). Original screenplays are now "indie" territory.