Warner Bros.' latest DC Comics adaptation, directed by Andy Muschietti, has seen lackluster returns since its disappointing opening weekend in June according to an article published by Slashfilm.com. With just $106.8 million earned domestically, "The Flash" is set to make less at the domestic box office than the much-maligned 2011 film "Green Lantern," starring Ryan Reynolds as Hal Jordan.

"The Flash" has so far earned $263.6 million worldwide, with only $750,000 collected last weekend as the film reached video-on-demand platforms. Comparatively, "Green Lantern" managed $220 million globally, but notably surpassed "The Flash" in North America with $116.6 million. Given that "The Flash" is already on VOD and has fallen out of the top 10 charts for two weeks, its chances of crossing the $117 million mark are slim.

Both movies had similar budgets around $200 million and were based on popular DC superheroes outside of Batman and Superman. The disappointing performance of "The Flash" contrasts sharply with the pre-release hype, leaving Warner Bros. facing significant losses once again, reminiscent of the aftermath of "Green Lantern."

Directed by Martin Campbell, "Green Lantern" was estimated to have lost $75 million for the studio, accounting for post-theatrical ancillary revenue. However, it still managed to find success later with hits like "The Dark Knight Rises" and "Man of Steel." Now, all eyes are on DC Studios co-heads James Gunn and Peter Safran, who are gearing up for a DC Universe reboot with "Superman: Legacy" in 2025. "Blue Beetle" and "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom" will bear the burden of past disappointments, while Gunn and Safran must navigate a challenging road ahead to restore faith in DC's future.