Box Office

In an unprecedented move, stars Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, along with filmmaker Shawn Levy and Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige, took the stage at Comic-Con’s Hall H to announce some groundbreaking news. According to various box office sources, the highly anticipated movie “Deadpool & Wolverine” is on track to set a new record for

In the second quarter of the year, Imax faced challenges as its revenue and profit saw a decline compared to the previous year. Despite this, the company managed to surpass Wall Street estimates, driven by a surge in global box office sales in June and a significant boost from the sale of its original documentary,

AMC Entertainment, a giant theater chain, faced financial challenges in the second quarter as revenue dropped significantly. The lack of new films hitting screens due to Hollywood actors and writers strikes contributed to this decline. CEO Adam Aron acknowledged the negative impact of these strikes on the company’s financial performance. Preliminary results released by AMC

Regency Theatres’ historic Westwood Village and Bruin theaters are sadly closing their doors this week as their leases come to an end. After 14 years of operation, Regency Theatres President Lyndon Golin announced that July 25th will mark the last day of operation for these iconic theaters. The Hollywood community and patrons alike have shown

The success of the movie Twisters at the box office serves as a reminder that Hollywood has the power to reach audiences beyond the traditional coastal markets. It was refreshing to see Universal, Warner Bros., and Amblin take the initiative to cater to the middle and southern parts of the U.S. with this reboot. By

The highly anticipated Twisters reboot, based on the 1996 Amblin feature co-written by Michael Crichton, has kicked off with an impressive $7M in preview earnings. This includes revenue from fan Imax/PLF showtimes on Wednesday night and previews starting at 5 p.m. on Thursday. The response from both critics and audiences has been overwhelmingly positive, with

Twisters, the latest installment in the Amblin-produced franchise, has made a huge impact at the box office with an impressive $50M opening weekend in the U.S. and Canada. This number easily surpasses the start of the original 1996 movie, which brought in $41M during its opening weekend. Additionally, Twisters has already raked in $12.5M from

Greta Gerwig, the renowned filmmaker, has been named the Pioneer of the Year for 2024 by the Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation. This prestigious award recognizes individuals in the motion picture industry who have shown exceptional leadership, service to the community, and commitment to philanthropy. The ceremony honoring Gerwig will take place on September

NEON’s latest release, Longlegs, has taken the industry by storm with its unexpected success in Thursday previews. Box office sources are reporting a staggering $2.5M-$3M in previews for the serial killer horror movie, sparking excitement and anticipation among distributors and moviegoers alike. This marks a significant milestone for NEON, known for its Palme d’Or winning

The recent announcement that Chapter 2 of Kevin Costner’s Horizon: An American Saga will no longer be coming out on Aug. 16 has left many fans and industry insiders wondering about the reasoning behind this decision. This news comes in the wake of the disappointing performance of Chapter 1 at the box office over the

Sony Pictures is looking to cater to the underserved female moviegoing audience with Apple Original Films’ latest romantic comedy, “Fly Me to the Moon.” Directed by Greg Berlanti and written by Rose Gilroy, the film stars A-list actors Channing Tatum and Scarlett Johansson in a stylish and intriguing storyline. Johansson plays a bold ad executive

The recent $8 billion takeover of Paramount by Skydance has been met with a positive reception in Hollywood. The decision to keep the legacy motion picture studio and entertainment conglomerate intact has brought a sense of relief to many in the industry. If Sony had won the bid for Paramount, there could have been a

The Telugu sci-fi epic, Kalki 2898 AD, has managed to defy expectations by holding strong in its second weekend at the box office. Despite opening against new competition, the film still managed to secure a spot in the top 10 for the second week in a row, a rare feat for Indian films. With a

The recent Hindi action film, “Kill,” has opened on 827 screens in the U.S. via Roadside Attractions, marking the distributor’s first venture into Indian cinema. Unlike traditional Bollywood films, “Kill” is a compact hour and forty-five minutes without the typical song and dance numbers interspersed throughout. The film made its debut at the Toronto Film

The highly anticipated Disney/Marvel Studios film, Deadpool & Wolverine, is generating a lot of buzz in the box office tracking world. NRG, Screen Engine, and other tracking services are forecasting a domestic opening of $160 million to $165 million for the R-rated film. This projection not only surpasses the best opening of the year but

Barry Diller, the renowned media mogul, is reportedly considering making a bid to acquire Paramount. His company, IAC Corp., has entered into nondisclosure agreements with National Amusements Inc., the controlling stakeholder of Paramount. This move has sparked speculation about the future of the iconic Hollywood studio. Uncertain Status of Negotiations While the details of the

Odeon Cinemas in the UK is taking a bold step to expand its family offerings by introducing a new deal where adults pay kids prices. The scheme allows one adult and one child to enjoy a movie at Odeon Cinema for as little as £10 and at Odeon Luxe for just £15 throughout 2024. This

Paramount’s latest installment in the Quiet Place franchise, the prequel A Quiet Place: Day One, has shattered records in its preview night, raking in an impressive $5M-$6M. This figure easily surpasses the $4.3M made by the original movie back in 2018 and the $4.8M earned by Quiet Place: Part II in 2021. While the first

With Twisters, the upcoming sequel to the 1996 action movie, poised to hit theaters on July 19, industry experts are forecasting an impressive opening weekend. Initial tracking predicts a start of around $50M, with the lower end of the forecast coming in at $45M. Despite the unpredictability of the current market conditions, factors such as