CinemaCon 2026: State of the Industry, Neon, Sony | Vue Founder and CEO Timothy Richards [Present...
At CinemaCon 2026, Cinema United CEO Michael O’Leary delivered a State of the Industry address highlighting a rebound in global box office, the rise of premium‑format screens, and the ongoing tension between theatrical and streaming windows. Sony Pictures used the forum to unveil a slate of tentpole releases and reaffirm its commitment to theatrical exclusivity, while Neon outlined a data‑driven indie distribution model that leverages limited‑run events. In a sponsored segment, Lumma celebrated its 10‑year anniversary in cinema technology. Finally, Vue International founder Timothy Richards discussed the chain’s recent UK box‑office surge and its rollout of next‑gen ticketing and immersive experiences.
CinemaCon 2026: Angel, Sony Pictures Classics, Studio Canal | Distribution Executive Chris Aronso...
CinemaCon 2026 in Las Vegas brought together distributors, tech vendors, and exhibitors for a packed agenda that included Angel Studios, Sony Pictures Classics, Studio Canal, and a deep‑dive into the new Control Movie format presented by former Fox and Paramount...
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CinemaCon 2026 Preview [Presented by AgileTix]
The Box Office Podcast hosts Matt Pollock and Amanda Martin to preview CinemaCon 2026, slated for Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas. The episode outlines the revamped schedule, emphasizing a stronger educational track and a renewed focus on independent exhibitors. Organizers have...
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PROJECT HAIL MARY Delivers $80.5M Opening | AgileTix’s Shane Burkett [Presented by AgileTix]
Project Hail Mary’s $80.5 million opening weekend has become the strongest domestic debut of 2026, eclipsing the $71 million launch of Super Mario Brothers Galaxy and narrowly trailing the $82 million Oenheimer record. The sci‑fi adaptation of Andy Weir’s novel delivered a 70 % higher...
Paramount Wins Bidding War for Warner Bros. | Moving Image Technologies’ President and COO Franco...
The Boxoffice podcast highlighted Paramount and Skydance’s successful bid to acquire Warner Bros., after Netflix withdrew from the competition. The episode also celebrated Scream 7’s record‑breaking opening weekend, sparking discussion on the evolving 45‑day theatrical window. Francois Godfrey of Moving Image...
Boxoffice Rewind: The SCREAM Franchise
The Box Office Podcast episode, hosted by Daniel Loria with guests Chad Kennark and Rebecca Polly, examines the Scream franchise ahead of the theatrical debut of Scream 7, the first film since 2023’s Scream 6 to be directed by original screenwriter Kevin...
Author Barry Hertz on The Explosive Story Behind Fast & Furious
The Box Office Podcast welcomes Globe and Mail deputy arts editor Barry Hertz to discuss his new 350‑page volume, "Welcome to the Family: The Explosive Story Behind Fast & Furious," which maps the franchise’s rise from a modest 2001 debut...
Super Bowl Trailer Recap | SIRĀT Director Óliver Laxe
The podcast episode recaps the Super Bowl commercial break, focusing on the slate of movie trailers unveiled to a massive audience. Hosts Chad Kenner and Rebecca Polly dissect each spot, from legacy horror to animated family fare, while noting the...