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Updated 17 Oct 2026

Disney director discusses reasons for 'Treasure Planet' box office failure

HarZaviya summary · from 2 outlets

Most outlets led with the revelation that Ron Clements, co-director of *Treasure Planet*, has explained the film’s box office underperformance. The coverage focused on the film’s 2002 release, its $140 million budget, and the $110 million it earned, which is described as a commercial failure. The framing was largely consistent, with both excerpts highlighting the director’s comments without elaborating on the specific reasons he cited.

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  1. Disney director reveals why treasure planet suffered

    Disney’s Treasure Planet director Ron Clements has opened up about the reasons behind the animated film’s disappointing box-office

  2. The News International 84% identical

    Disney director explains why 'Treasure Planet' bombed at the box office

    Released in 2002, Treasure Planet had a $140 million budget and made $110 million.However, it flopped at the box office. Now, Ron Clements, who directed the film, along with Aladdin, The Little Mermaid, and Hercules, opened up...

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