This 1989 blockbuster became the prototype for the new, synergized Hollywood blockbuster due to its ancillary and licensing income flows.

A) Purple Rain
B) Superman
C) Batman
D) Star Wars

The 1989 blockbuster that became the prototype for the new, synergized Hollywood blockbuster due to its ancillary and licensing income flows is Batman. While all the options listed have been successful movies, Batman was known for its extensive merchandising and licensing opportunities, including action figures, comic books, and even a popular soundtrack album. This paved the way for future blockbuster films to capitalize on not just box office revenue, but also the various streams of income generated by licensing and merchandise sales.