IMAX

IMAX CEO Rich Gelfond joined CNBC to talk about the strong Q2 results, the outlook for "Deadpool & Wolverine (spoiler alert: very strong), and the fantastic 2025 Filmed for IMAX slate.    Watch the full interview below, and check out this piece from the Wall Street Journal on our momentum this year: https://lnkd.in/etN7dCgQ

EARNINGS 📈 IMAX released solid Q2 2024 earnings today, driven by accelerating global network expansion and surging summer box office. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e9VAShv9

IMAX is thrilled to partner with muvi Cinemas for the first time on four new IMAX locations in Saudi Arabia! The deal will bring two IMAX locations to Saudi Arabia’s capital and most populous city, Riyadh; one location to Jeddah’s Mall of Arabia; and the first IMAX system to Dhahran. Saudi Arabia has consistently ranked among IMAX’s top 20 markets worldwide since its first full year of commercial operation in 2019, and IMAX estimates it can open at least 50 locations in the country.   To learn more about the deal, read below:

Movie fans – we know you like the dark, cool environment of a cinema hall. Yet, summer is upon us, and with our new merch drop, plenty of ways to carry your IMAX fandom with you on the way to the movies! Stay hydrated with our new water bottle, decorate your gear with our new sticker pack and keep those sensitive eyes shaded with our popular Retro hat, coming back due to popular demand (Afterall, you’ll want to preserve those peepers for your next IMAX showing). You can find the Summer Collection here: https://lnkd.in/egy-aMwS

The Playa Vista IMAX office recently hosted a group of high schoolers from the LA area as part of the All American High School Film Festival (AAHSFF), an organization dedicated to empowering young artists to share their stories and transform their world through digital media.   The group sat down for a discussion hosted by Tom Oliva, Founder of AAHSFF, which featured our very own Bruce Markoe, Grace Chochola and Greg Ciaccio. The trio from IMAX entertained the crowd with great stories, provided insights into the industry and fielded questions from the next generation of filmmakers in attendance, before joining the audience to view a collection of 15 curated films – the best of the best entries to the Film Festival throughout its 12-year history. We’re looking forward to crossing paths with many of these young filmmakers again as they make their way into the entertainment industry in the coming years!

IMAX is delighted to introduce the IMAX Excellence Awards, recognizing the gold standard in commercial excellence amongst its theater partners and the added value they bring to the IMAX Global network day in, day out. Running at a regional level with separate programs operating in N. America, China, LATAM, EMEA & APAC, the award program aims to identify and reward success in the following categories; 'Best Performing IMAX Theatre' and 'Best Local Marketing Campaign by an Exhibitor'. Launching on July 1st 2024 and running for 12 months, this marks the first time IMAX has given awards in recognition of commercial performance at a theatre level.

Exciting news! Disney Streaming, Marvel Studios, IMAX and DTS, Inc. have teamed up to bring you the full scope and scale of your favorite movies at home. Watch the latest episode of DTS Craft Masters to hear how IMAX Enhanced sound brings your streaming experience to the next level. Watch Now: https://lnkd.in/gVe2WeSj

Wanda Film and IMAX are expanding our strategic partnership with a sweeping agreement spanning technology and content. The agreement will secure and fortify Wanda Film’s leading IMAX footprint — the largest IMAX circuit in China. Wanda Film will upgrade 61 of its top performing locations to state-of-the-art IMAX with Laser technology, including top-grossing IMAX locations in Tier 1 cities Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen. The duo will also explore opportunities to collaborate on exclusive awe-inspiring content and experiences across documentaries, music, gaming, and sports. To learn more about the deal, read below:

NBA China and IMAX China have teamed up to bring the 2024 NBA Finals live to select IMAX locations across Hong Kong and Taiwan, providing NBA fans with an immersive, one-of-a-kind viewing experience. The response from NBA fans in China has been massive – tickets to the games live in IMAX sold out in a matter of hours. The partnership marks the first time IMAX China has delivered a live sports experience to its audiences and comes as we continue to diversify our global content portfolio across awe-inspiring experiences — from sports leagues to gaming franchises to live global events. Check out some pictures from the games below!

Earlier today at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, IMAX CEO Rich Gelfond announced the Company’s unprecedented Filmed for IMAX slate for 2025. It marks the biggest offering of Filmed for IMAX releases ever in a single calendar year — more than double any previous year — as filmmakers and studios from Hollywood and international territories increasingly create for the IMAX platform. The slate includes at least 14 releases currently shooting with IMAX film or IMAX-certified digital cameras. To learn more, read below.