# More Box Office Bombs: Megalopolis and Tron Ares

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Podcast: [Midnight Facts for Insomniacs](https://stenobird.com/podcast/midnight-facts-for-insomniacs-546858)
Published: 2026-02-12T08:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://shanerogerspodcast.podbean.com/e/more-box-office-bombs/
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## Resource

They say lightning never strikes twice, but Hollywood keeps proving otherwise. In this budget-busting pair of episodes, Shane and Duncan return to the cinematic graveyard for a fresh look at some of Hollywood’s most spectacular recent failures: the tangled mess of Megalopolis, the glossy fizzle of Tron: Ares, and a few other high-budget disasters that left studios scrambling. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at big swings, bigger misses, and the brutal math of modern moviemaking. ~Become an Insomniac! Support the show on PATREON and unlock exclusive bonus content.~Join the community, chat with fellow insomniacs, and vote on episode topics via DISCORD~Send Shane and Duncan a message at midnightfactsforinsomniacs@gmail.com~Rep the show! Grab a tee or mug at the MIDNIGHT MERCH store and spread the word.~Follow us on INSTAGRAM

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