Disney and Lucasfilm’s ‘Star Wars’ Franchise Surpasses $4 Billion | THR News

The Walt Disney Company's acquisition of Lucasfilm for $4.06 billion has proven financially successful, with Star Wars films like The Force Awakens, Rogue One, and The Last Jedi generating significant box office revenue. Despite production and marketing costs, Disney has leveraged additional revenue streams such as merchandising and theme parks. The acquisition is part of Disney's broader strategy, following purchases of Marvel and Pixar, to dominate the film industry. Future plans include acquiring major parts of 21st Century Fox.

What was the purchase price for Lucasfilm by Disney?

• $4.06 billion

• $2.5 billion

• $5 billion

• $3.2 billion

Which Star Wars film earned over $2 billion globally?

• A New Hope

• The Last Jedi

• Rogue One

• The Force Awakens

How much did Rogue One earn worldwide?

• $1.056 billion

• $900 million

• $1.5 billion

• $2.068 billion

Which company did Disney acquire in 2009?

• Pixar

• Lucasfilm

• Marvel Entertainment

• 20th Century Fox

What is the value of Disney's planned acquisition of parts of 21st Century Fox?

• $52.4 billion

• $30 billion

• $60 billion

• $45 billion