From the Nahuala to the Charro Negro: the “Legends” saga and its formula for dominating the national box office
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On October 22, 2026, the animated film "La venganza del Charro Negro" premiered in Mexican cinemas, breaking opening box office records. Produced by Ánima Estudios, the release marks the eighth installment in the "Las Leyendas" franchise.
The film's performance reinforces the dominance of the franchise at the national box office, cementing its status as the longest-running animated film saga in the country.
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