Box Office

As we gear up for the weekend, the box office is buzzing with potential hits like Inside Out 2, Quiet Place: Day One, and Despicable Me 4. With projections of $90M, $40M+, and $100M+ respectively, it looks like we are in for a treat. The momentum at the summer box office is undeniable, and audiences

The entertainment industry is buzzing with the news of Rob Westerling’s quick return to Harkins Theatres as its VP of Content & Programming in Scottsdale, AZ. This surprising move comes shortly after Westerling’s appointment less than a month ago as Regal Cinemas SVP of U.S. Content, a position previously held by Andrew Turner. Reports suggest

Broadway is currently experiencing a surge in ticket sales leading up to the highly anticipated Tony Awards ceremony. Last week, box office numbers were up 7% from the previous week, with a total of 35 shows grossing an impressive $36,011,651. This marks a 16% increase from the same time last season, showcasing the growing popularity

After successfully emerging from bankruptcy in the U.S. last summer, Cineworld, the parent company of Regal Cinemas, is now facing challenges in its UK business. Recent reports suggest that the world’s second-largest cinema operator is considering various options, including a potential sale or restructuring, to stabilize its UK operations. The company has enlisted the services

In a surprising turn of events, Godzilla vs Kong: The New Empire has smashed records and emerged as the highest-grossing movie in the Legendary and Warner Bros Monsterverse franchise, raking in an impressive $570M worldwide. This feat surpasses the previous Monsterverse champ, 2017’s Kong Skull Island, which brought in $568.6M. The movie’s success can be

The news of Wendy Lidell, the SVP of Theatrical Acquisitions & Distribution at Kino Lorber, departing the company at the end of June comes as a surprise to many in the indie film industry. Lidell has had a great eight-year run at the company, overseeing all theatrical acquisitions and distribution efforts and achieving substantial success

The announcement of a new Hunger Games novel by Suzanne Collins, set to be released on March 18, 2025, has sparked expectations for another movie adaptation. The upcoming movie, titled The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, is scheduled to hit screens on Nov. 20, 2026. It seems like Lionsgate is ready to capitalize on

Jennifer Lopez’s latest film, Atlas, has captured the attention of viewers worldwide, with close to 60 million global views. This Netflix sci-fi film has maintained its position as the No. 1 film on the streamer’s top 10 chart for the second consecutive week. Notably, this marks Lopez’s fourth No. 1 streaming movie in the past

The recent Broadway box office numbers have shown a steady performance as the industry transitions into the post-Memorial Day summer season. Despite some productions experiencing a slight decrease in attendance from the holiday highs, the overall gross for the 35 productions for the week ending June 2 was $33,662,845, down about 5% from the previous

In the realm of indie horror films, IFC Films has recently seen success with their release of “A Violent Nature.” This artsy slasher, written and directed by Chris Nash, has captured the attention of audiences and critics alike, leading to one of IFC Films’ best openings. The slow striding undead murderous monster in the film

The post-holiday period following Memorial Day weekend has seen a sharp decline in box office numbers, with all titles grossing an estimated $68.6 million. This represents a significant drop of 66% from the previous year’s earnings. The comparison with last year’s figures, particularly when Sony’s Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse made a significant contribution to the

The Crunchyroll/Sony Pictures production, Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle, had a promising start at the box office, raking in $800K during previews. This volleyball anime movie tells the story of Shoyo Hinata and Tobio Kageyama, two high school volleyball players with clashing styles who must team up to take on their rival team, Nekoma High. Despite

Disney’s highly anticipated sequel, Moana 2, has taken the world by storm with its recently released trailer. Clocking in at a staggering 178M views in just 24 hours, the trailer has become the most watched ever for an animated movie from the studio. This impressive feat surpasses the previous record holders, Inside Out 2 and

After the success of Bad Boys for Life, Columbia Pictures is gearing up for the release of Bad Boys: Ride or Die in theaters in China on June 22. This marks the second installment in the Bad Boys series to hit the mainland Chinese market, with directors Adil and Bilall at the helm once again.

The Broadway box office experienced a slight decline last week, with a decrease of about 3% compared to the previous week. The total gross for the first week of the 2024-2025 season was reported at $35,295,405 for a total of 34 productions. However, total attendance also saw a drop of nearly 2% from the previous

The intense battle between Warner Bros’ Furiosa and Alcon/Sony’s The Garfield Movie has extended into Monday, with both films aiming for a $31 million gross over the 4-day weekend, and $25 million over the standard 3-day period. While some data suggests that the Garfield Movie is slightly ahead with $31 million compared to Furiosa’s $30.96

In a recent acceptance speech at the Cannes Film Festival, Sean Baker, the director of the latest movie “Anora,” emphasized the importance of theaters in the cinematic experience. Baker expressed his concerns about the increasing number of theaters closing down and the impact it has on the film industry. As someone who grew up watching

The movie industry has been facing challenges post-strikes, with the effects still lingering despite an increase in the number of movies in the marketplace. The habit of moviegoing post-pandemic is not yet fully ingrained in audiences. Additionally, the upcoming releases do not seem to be generating a lot of buzz or excitement, which is reflected

Disney/Pixar’s highly anticipated sequel, Inside Out 2, is already creating buzz in the industry. With tracking data indicating that it is set to have the highest opening at the domestic box office year-to-date, surpassing recent releases like Dune Part Two and Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire, the film is expected to have a 3-day