When a platform owns an exclusive franchise, it controls the entire ecosystem. This ownership extends far beyond video streaming to include merchandise, video games, theme park attractions, and spin-offs, creating multi-billion-dollar revenue loops. Impact on Consumer Behavior
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Disney successfully leveraged its unrivaled portfolio of exclusive IP—including Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar—to secure over 100 million subscribers faster than any platform in history. Similarly, HBO relies on high-prestige, exclusive dramas to maintain its reputation as a premium cultural tastemaker. The Failures: Quibi and the Fragmentation Backlash