Cineplex theaters across the country welcomed 1.4 million guests who came to experience the cultural phenomenon “Barbenheimer”. at a great level
TORONTO, July 24, 2023 /CNW/ -(TSX: CGX) – Cineplex, a leading entertainment and media company in Canadaannounced this today Barbie And Oppenheimer, two of the most anticipated films of the summer, set the Cineplex summer weekend box office record of all time with over $19 million at the box office and 1.4 million guests. With the Simultaneous theatrical release from Barbie And OppenheimerMore than 80,000 Cineplex guests were determined to see both films on the first cinema weekend and thus to take part in the worldwide “Barbenheimer” phenomenon. This weekend was the company’s second-biggest ever and proves that moviegoers’ excitement for seeing films at Cineplex theaters and around the world is stronger than ever.
The phenomenon ?Barbenheimer? is one of the four most profitable weekends in history in terms of box office receipts in North America. Barbie The film reportedly grossed an estimated $155 million in North America, giving the film the biggest opening weekend of 2023Oppenheimer grossed $80.5 million.
The film’s IMAX opening Oppenheimer is the biggest opening in the history of Cineplex in this format. Additionally, Cineplex’s value-added showings, including UltraAVX, IMAX, 70mm and in VIP theaters, accounted for 59% of the company’s box office attendance.
“This record result at the end of the week for.” Barbie And Oppenheimer confirms that Canadians and moviegoers around the world continue to have an unparalleled passion for the big screen. “Experiences like these remind us of the importance of films and cinema in creating lasting memories and their unique ability to bring us together to share these highlights of cultural life,” he said Ellis Jacob, President and CEO of Cineplex. “We thank our partner studios for creating wonderful, engaging and diverse content to fuel this demand and bring viewers back to theaters.”
About Cinemax
Cineplex (TSX: CGX) is a leading Canadian brand engaged in cinema and film content, entertainment and entertainment, and media. Cineplex offers millions of guests an escape with its tour of more than 170 theaters and entertainment venues. In addition, it is the largest and most innovative cinema operator in CanadaIn addition, Cineplex operates purpose-built teen and family resorts (Playdium) and The Rec Room dining and entertainment destinations (Delights and Entertainment), as well as a new entertainment concept that brings movies, games, dining and live entertainment under one roof (Cineplex Junxion). The company also operates successful businesses in digital commerce (CineplexStore.com), companion programming (Cineplex Events), film distribution (Cineplex Pictures), film media (Cineplex Media), fixed digital media (Cineplex Digital Media) and entertainment solutions (Player One Entertainment Group). Cineplex is a partner of Scene+, the largest lifestyle and entertainment loyalty program in the world CanadaThis allows it to offer its guests even better value for money.
Fire is considered one of the most admired corporate cultures of all Canada, Cineplex employs more than 10,000 people at its offices and locations in Canada and the United States. To learn more, visit the website Cinemaplex.com.
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