As we gear up for the weekend, all eyes are on the potential success of Inside Out 2, with projections indicating a massive $90M opening. This sequel has been highly anticipated by fans, and it seems like it may deliver an impressive box office performance. Paramount’s Quiet Place: Day One is set to hit theaters
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Rob Westerling, a well-known figure in the cinema industry, has made a surprising career move by deciding to return to Harkins as its VP of Content & Programming in Scottsdale, AZ. This decision comes shortly after Westerling was named Regal Cinemas SVP of U.S. Content, a position he held for only two weeks before having
As Broadway heads into its final pre-Tony weeks, the box office is thriving with a 7% increase in sales over the previous week. Nine shows have completely sold out, including the two most-nominated productions of the year. Ticket prices for these popular shows have exceeded $200 per seat on average. The total box office gross
After emerging from bankruptcy in the U.S. last summer, Regal parent Cineworld is now exploring various options for its UK business. Sky News reported that the world’s second-largest cinema operator has enlisted AlixPartners as a consultant and has reached out to potential bidders. The sale process is expected to run for several weeks, giving potential
The latest installment in the Legendary and Warner Bros Monsterverse franchise, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, has made a significant impact at the global box office. With a staggering total gross of $570M worldwide, this film has surpassed the previous Monsterverse champion, 2017’s Kong Skull Island, which earned $568.6M. The breakdown of New Empire’s
The departure of Wendy Lidell, the Senior Vice President of Theatrical Acquisitions & Distribution at Kino Lorber, marks the end of an era at the indie distributor. Lidell had an illustrious eight-year tenure at the company, during which she spearheaded numerous successful theatrical acquisitions and distribution efforts. Her departure at the end of June has
With the recent announcement of Suzanne Collins’ new Hunger Games novel, set to be released on March 18, 2025, fans of the series are undoubtedly thrilled. The news of another installment in the beloved series has sparked excitement and speculation about what the latest prequel, titled The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, will bring
Jennifer Lopez has once again proven her star power in the world of streaming, with her Netflix sci-fi film Atlas capturing the attention of audiences worldwide. With close to 60 million global views, the movie has secured the top spot on Netflix’s top 10 film chart for the second consecutive week. This achievement marks Lopez’s
The Broadway box office saw a slight decline as the industry transitioned into the post-Memorial Day summer period. Despite some shows reporting lower attendance compared to the holiday highs, the 35 productions managed to gross $33,662,845 for the week ending June 2. This marked a 5% decrease from the previous week, but an 8% increase
IFC Films has recently seen success with their indie horror films, with “A Violent Nature” becoming their second-best opening since “Late Night With The Devil.” Written and directed by Chris Nash, the film has grossed $2.1 million on 1,426 screens, marking IFC’s widest opening to date. This success is a testament to the growing popularity
The recent post-holiday box office period has been disappointing, with all titles collectively grossing an estimated $68.6M. This represents a significant 66% decrease compared to the same period last year. The decline in box office revenue can be attributed to several factors, including lackluster film offerings and ongoing challenges faced by the theatrical exhibition industry.
The recent release of Crunchyroll/Sony Pictures’ volleyball anime movie, Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle, has made an impressive $800K in previews. Despite being a moderate wide release, the movie is already gaining attention. This success comes amidst stiff competition from other films like The Garfield Movie and Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. The movie has garnered
Disney’s Moana 2 trailer has shattered records, becoming the most watched trailer ever for an animated movie. With a staggering 178M views in just 24 hours, it surpasses previous record holders like Inside Out 2 and Frozen 2. This massive traffic is attributed to online platforms like TikTok, YouTube, X, Instagram, Facebook, and Snapchat. The
The anticipation for the release of Columbia Pictures’ Bad Boys: Ride or Die in China has been met with excitement as it signals the return of the Bad Boys franchise to the mainland cinemas. This is following the success of the previous installment, Bad Boys for Life, which received a warm reception in the country.
The Broadway box office saw a slight decrease of about 3% in the first week of the 2024-2025 season, reporting a total gross of $35,295,405 for 34 productions. Despite the decrease, the total attendance was off by just under 2% compared to the previous week, with 287,246 people attending shows. This indicates that a healthy
The battle for the box office crown between Warner Bros‘ Furiosa and Alcon/Sony‘s The Garfield Movie is intensifying as the weekend progresses. Both films are neck and neck, aiming for a $31M haul over four days, with $25M projected over three days. Some reports even show Garfield edging out Furiosa by a mere $40,000, making
Sean Baker, the director of the latest movie “Anora,” used his acceptance speech for the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival to advocate for the survival of cinema. He expressed his concern for theaters closing down, emphasizing his desire for his movies to be shown on the big screen. Despite the challenges facing the
The film industry has been experiencing the repercussions of recent strikes, which have caused a downturn in moviegoing habits among audiences. While the market is flooded with new releases, the impact of the strikes is still being felt. This article will delve into the performance of two major movie releases over the weekend and analyze
The highly anticipated sequel to Disney/Pixar’s hit movie Inside Out is generating a lot of buzz, with sources indicating that it is set to have the highest opening at the domestic box office so far this year. Tracking numbers suggest that Inside Out 2 could surpass recent releases like Dune Part Two and Godzilla X
The just-ended 2023-2024 Broadway season saw attendance levels holding steady compared to the previous year, with a total of about 12.3 million people attending shows. However, this number is still nearly 17% below pre-pandemic levels, indicating that Broadway is still struggling to fully recover from the effects of the Covid-19 shutdown. Despite efforts to entice
There seems to be a sense of uncertainty surrounding the Memorial Day weekend box office. As two highly anticipated films, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga and The Garfield Movie, make their debut, the industry is hopeful for a strong showing. However, the expectation falls short of the previous years’ record-breaking $200M+ earnings during the same
Lionsgate has some exciting releases coming up this fall that will surely get action movie fans excited. First up is The Killer’s Game, an action-packed film starring Dave Bautista set to be released on September 13th. The plot follows a hitman who is diagnosed with a terminal illness and decides to take matters into his
Paramount’s release of the film “IF” directed by John Krasinski has seen a surprising amount of international success. Despite some harsh critical reviews, the film has managed to rake in $24M from international markets. The movie, which also brought in $35M in its domestic debut, has now reached a total of $59M worldwide. The positive
John Krasinski’s latest film, “Imaginary Friend,” made an impressive $1.75M in Thursday night previews, setting the stage for a potentially successful opening weekend. With a lack of recent live-action PG-rated features to compare to, predicting the overall box office performance is challenging. However, industry experts are forecasting a $40M haul, which would make it one
Imax recently revealed their plans for the biggest “filmed for Imax” slate in 2025. With at least 14 titles currently in production using Imax film or Imax-certified digital cameras, the company is set to release these films next year. This marks a significant increase compared to previous years, showcasing the growing popularity of Imax among
Broadway’s spring lineup has settled into a rhythm, with some shows maintaining strong box office draws and others experiencing downward slides. Among the top performers were sell-out hits like An Enemy of the People, Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, and Hell’s Kitchen. Additionally, The Outsiders and Stereophonic saw significant increases in their ticket sales,
Mubi, the popular streaming platform, has recently appointed Mark Boxer as their U.S. Head of Distribution. This strategic move is intended to enhance Mubi’s presence in the American market and elevate their distribution capabilities to new heights. Mark Boxer is a seasoned veteran in the film distribution industry, with over two decades of experience under
Jane Schoenbrun’s I Saw Then TV Glow continues to impress at the box office, with an estimated $195k+ on 21 screens in its second week of release. The A24 film has garnered attention from a passionate fan base, particularly among young, male, and LGBTQ+ audiences. The director’s Breakthrough Artist award further solidifies the success of
Fans of the 28 franchise can rejoice as the next installment, titled 28 Years Later, is set to hit theaters on June 20, 2025. Directed by Danny Boyle and written by Alex Garland, this highly anticipated sequel is sure to please die-hard fans and newcomers alike. With the return of original producer Andrew Macdonald and
Sources have revealed that the highly anticipated film, “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes,” has had a strong start with previews raking in around $6.5 million. This includes money earned on Thursday night, which began accumulating at 3 PM, as well as an additional $1.6 million from fan shows on Wednesday evening. These numbers
Monkeypaw Productions, known for its unique and thought-provoking projects, is set to release Justin Tipping’s Him in theaters on Friday, Sept. 19, 2025. This highly anticipated film is currently the only wide release scheduled for that weekend, making it an event in itself. Him is the second Universal title on the calendar for that month,
Disney CEO Bob Iger recently announced the company’s decision to limit its output of Marvel movies to “two good films” a year, with a maximum of three. This strategic shift comes in response to high-profile misses in the Marvel franchise that have sparked conversations about “superhero fatigue.” In addition to reducing the number of films,
The journey to bring the beloved toy Barbie to life on the big screen was a tumultuous one. Multiple studios and producers were attached to the project over the years, with various actors considered for the lead role. However, it wasn’t until Warner Bros took over the project and cast Margot Robbie as Barbie that