Disney is set to make major waves at CinemaCon with their upcoming film releases, although they are holding off on their presentation until the last day of the event on April 11. Among the exciting announcements is the highly-anticipated big screen adaptation of The Mandalorian, titled The Mandalorian & Grogu, scheduled to hit theaters on
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Drafthouse Films has recently acquired the highly anticipated Caligula: The Ultimate Cut, a 4K Ultra HD reconstruction of the infamous Tinto Brass film. This updated version of the film made its debut at the Cannes Film Festival in 2023, showcasing never-before-seen footage and alternate takes that are sure to thrill audiences. With a theatrical release
As the film industry gears up for another exciting weekend, the buzz surrounding 20th Century Studios’ Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is reaching a fever pitch. Industry experts are predicting an impressive opening weekend box office range of $54 million-$61 million. This forecast, courtesy of tracking service Quorum, showcases the overwhelming interest in
The Broadway box office experienced a significant surge last week, with a total of 32 shows grossing an impressive $37,095,505. This represented a 30% increase over the previous week and an 8% jump compared to the same period last year. The total attendance for the week ending March 31 reached 271,802, marking an 18% boost
Doug Liman’s reboot of the cult classic Road House has been a massive hit on Amazon Prime Video, with over 50 million viewers tuning in over the first two weekends. This marks a new record for Amazon, surpassing the viewership of any original movie they have produced for their streaming platform. Cast and Crew Acknowledgement
In its second week, Late Night With The Devil topped the specialty market and became the seventh highest-grossing film. This Australian horror film by Colin and Cameron Cairnes tells the story of a 1970s talk show host whose Halloween night broadcast takes a sinister turn. Starring David Dastmalchian, the film grossed $2.2 million on 1,442
Following a series of highly anticipated releases such as Dune: Part Two, Kung Fu Panda 4, and Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, Legendary/Warner Bros‘ Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire has emerged as a strong contender at the box office. Despite a lack of major event titles in the first quarter due to strikes, this Adam Wingard
Recently, there have been whispers in the film industry about the potential sale of the beloved Alamo Drafthouse Cinema circuit. With 41 locations across 13 states, this cinephile paradise has captured the hearts of moviegoers with its unique offerings and immersive experiences. Despite the rumors of a sale, no concrete bidders have come forward, leaving
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire is poised to make a grand entrance into the box office, with a projected debut of around $135 million. This anticipated success is fueled by its release in 63 foreign markets and 3,850 theaters in the United States. Following the footsteps of its predecessor, Godzilla vs. Kong, which earned
Sony’s latest installment in the Ghostbusters franchise, Frozen Empire, has made quite the impact at the box office. With $4.7M in Thursday night previews alone, the film is on track to follow in the footsteps of its predecessor, Ghostbusters: Afterlife. However, it is essential to note that the success of Frozen Empire will heavily rely
Cineworld Group, the second-largest theater circuit in the world, has recently announced the completion of its executive team following the appointment of CEO Eduardo Acuna in 2023 after emerging from bankruptcy. The addition of key executives such as CFO Thomas Song, HR head Ben Hill, general counsel John Henrich, president of Cineworld International Javier Sotomayor,
Sony’s latest installment in the Ghostbusters franchise, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, is set to hit theaters with a projected $45 million opening weekend at the domestic box office. This highly anticipated sequel follows the success of the previous film, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, which amassed $129 million domestically and contributed to the franchise’s total box office earnings of
Broadway’s spring season is starting to pick up momentum, with a total of 14 new shows set to have their official openings next month. However, the month of March is already showing promising signs with five shows that have opened or are set to open. Despite the number of productions being down compared to last
Picturehouse is taking an innovative approach to the opening weekend of their documentary Carol Doda Topless at the Condor by incorporating a live revue of top burlesque dancers before the screening of the movie. The documentary itself delves into the life, history, and influence of the iconic topless dancer who played a pivotal role in
In a surprising turn of events, indie films in moderate-wide release managed to secure spots at no. 6, 8, and 9 at the domestic box office, with Love Lies Bleeding leading the pack. Starring Kristin Stewart and directed by Rose Glass, the film expanded nationwide and grossed an impressive $2.5 million for the weekend on
Legendary Entertainment and Warner Bros. have high hopes for the upcoming release of “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” with projections currently sitting at over $45M. This figure could potentially even reach $50M in its opening weekend. If these estimates hold true, the film will help propel the Godzilla and Kong franchise past the $2
In a weekend where Universal/DreamWorks Animation’s Kung Fu Panda 4 is expected to hold strong with a second-weekend take of around $30M (-48%), the biggest competitor entering the market is Lionsgate’s Mark Wahlberg canine sports movie, Arthur the King. Arthur the King, directed by Simon Cellan Jones, has generated buzz with an estimated opening of
Emma Stone, fresh off her second Best Actress Oscar win for Poor Things, is gearing up for the release of her next movie, Kinds of Kindness, in collaboration with renowned director Yorgos Lanthimos. The film is set to hit theaters on June 21 this summer, marking their third feature project together. This news comes straight
Nowhere Special, directed by Uberto Pasolini and starring James Norton, is a poignant film that delves into the depths of human emotion. The story follows John, a 35-year-old window cleaner who is faced with a devastating prognosis: he has only a few months left to live. Despite this grim reality, John’s sole focus is on
A recent surge of Broadway newcomers has attracted a significant audience, with popular shows like An Enemy of the People, The Notebook, and The Who’s Tommy playing to full houses. An Enemy of the People, a revival of the Ibsen play starring Jeremy Strong, Michael Imperioli, and Victoria Pedretti, emerged as the top earner, grossing
The Chinese comedy drama YOLO, produced by Sony Pictures International, made a significant impact in its domestic debut by grossing $840k on 200 screens, securing the 9th spot in the weekend top 10. Directed, produced, and starring China’s top-grossing female filmmaker, Jia Ling, the film has accumulated a staggering $482 million in China since its
A24’s latest film, Love Lies Bleeding, directed by Rose Glass and starring Kristen Stewart, Katy O’Brian, Jena Malone, and Anna Baryshnikov, is a psychological thriller that opens in limited release on five screens in New York and L.A. The story follows a reclusive gym manager named Lou (played by Stewart) who falls in love with
The winter box office is heating up with the release of Universal/DreamWorks Animation’s Kung Fu Panda 4. This latest installment in the popular franchise is expected to have the second highest domestic opening at over $50 million across 3,900 theaters. Surpassing all other DWA titles since Universal acquired the label, Kung Fu Panda 4 is
Director Sam Gold’s revival of An Enemy of the People is already making waves on Broadway. With acclaimed actors Jeremy Strong and Michael Imperioli leading the cast, the production grossed over $1 million in its first week of previews. The show played to full houses, with a seating capacity of over 100% at Circle in
The distribution of tickets for the summer 2023 blockbuster film, “Sound of Freedom,” exceeded expectations as customers paid $26,075,511 towards the “pay-it-forward” pool of tickets. The company aimed to distribute 1,738,367 tickets at $15 per person, but ended up distributing 1,827,634 tickets, surpassing the initial commitment by 105%. This success can be attributed to the
The cinema world is abuzz with excitement as Legendary Entertainment/Warner Bros’ Dune: Part Two kicks off with an impressive $10 million-plus in previews. This figure includes $2 million from the Imax fan event screening held on February 25. Despite not being officially confirmed by Warner Bros, industry estimates suggest that these numbers could either rise
New Line Cinema’s highly anticipated horror movie, “The Watchers,” directed by Ishana Night Shyamalan, has shifted its release date from the crowded June 7 weekend to Father’s Day weekend on June 14. This decision comes as Sony’s “Bad Boys 4” and Lionsgate’s “The Crow” are set to dominate the box office the previous weekend, giving
A highly anticipated reboot of the classic Naked Gun franchise starring Liam Neeson is set to hit theaters on July 18, 2025. The film will be directed and executive produced by Akiva Schaffer, with the script written by Dan Gregor, Doug Man, and Schaffer. Seth MacFarlane and Erica Huggins will be producing the film through
The Broadway box office experienced a slight decline of about 3% in overall receipts following the Presidents Day holiday highs. Despite this decrease, the total attendance for 24 shows remained steady at 205,020, which is approximately 94% of capacity. The productions collectively grossed $26,049,492 for the week ending February 25, with an average ticket price
Amazon MGM Studios is gearing up for the release of their $15 million Sundance pick-up, “My Old Ass,” which is set to hit theaters on August 2nd in a limited rollout. The film, directed and written by Megan Park, features a star-studded cast including Maisy Stella, Aubrey Plaza, Maddie Ziegler, Percy Hynes White, and Kerrice
Lionsgate’s highly anticipated John Wick spinoff, “Ballerina,” starring Ana de Armas, has been pushed back from its original June 7, 2024, release date to June 6, 2025. This delay comes as Chad Stahelski, the mastermind behind the John Wick franchise, has signed a new deal with Lionsgate to oversee the entire series. Stahelski is collaborating
Warner Bros surprised fans by announcing the release date for the highly anticipated film Mickey 17 on January 31, 2025. This date might seem odd at first, but there is a strategic reason behind it. The studio decided to release the film on this date to coincide with Lunar New Year in South Korea. This
The Broadway community had much to celebrate over the Presidents Day Weekend, as box office numbers soared to new heights. Grosses for the 23 productions saw a significant 27% increase from the previous week, reaching a total of $26,946,864. This surge in revenue was fueled by a remarkable 94% seat occupancy rate, with a total