Boxoffice Podcast

This week on the Boxoffice podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, Russ Fischer, and Chad Kennerk recap the record-breaking Memorial Day weekend at the box office. Then in the feature segment, Rebecca speaks to Jonathan Entwistle, the director of Karate Kid: Legends, which arrives in theaters this weekend from Sony Pictures.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro00:50 Memorial Day Weekend Box Office Hits $325M02:03 AMC, Regal, Cinemark & Marcus Report Record Attendance and Revenue05:34 Q2 Surge Compared to Q1 Performance06:24 New Releases: Bring Her Back & Karate Kid Legends Preview07:32 Revisiting the Original Karate Kid (1984) & Its Cultural Impact10:03 Sequels, Legacy Characters & Franchise Evolution13:46 Music, Nostalgia, and the Soundtracks That Defined the Era15:47 Reflections on The Next Karate Kid & 2010 Reboot with Jackie Chan17:48 Cobra Kai's Rise from YouTube Red to Netflix Success19:37 Opening Forecast for Karate Kid Legends ($28–$35M)20:43 Disney Shifts Avengers Dates to Christmas 2026 & 202723:42 Paramount Moves TMNT 2, Airbender, Paw Patrol Release Dates25:26 Animation Timelines & Spider-Verse Comparisons28:01 Jackie Chan Film Influence (Drunken Master)29:01 Behind-the-Scenes: Cast Stunts, New York Filming & Theater Experience31:06 First Movie Memory: The Jungle Book & Early Cinema Visits32:28 Final Thoughts on the Theater Experience & Reboot Spirit

This week on the Boxoffice podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, Russ Fischer, and Chad Kennerk discuss the success of Final Destination Bloodlines and the potential record-breaking Memorial Day weekend ahead—led by the release of Lilo & Stitch and Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning. Then in the feature segment, Daniel is joined by Film Expo Group President Andrew Sunshine to discuss the rebrand and relaunch of its annual ShowEast convention as CineLATAM—a new event focused on bringing together the Latin American cinema industry..Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:17 Early Review – Bring Her Back (A24)03:00 Review – Final Destination: Bloodlines05:00 Box Office Breakdown – Final Destination: Bloodlines06:57 Franchise Potential & Comparison to Scream08:46 International Performance – Final Destination: Bloodlines10:04 Memorial Day Weekend Forecast Begins11:01 Comparison to 2013 Record Memorial Day Weekend12:08 Forecast – Lilo & Stitch Live Action14:47 Forecast – Mission: Impossible: Final Reckoning16:05 Full Weekend Rankings & Spillover Effect17:20 Memorial Day Weekend Total Prediction18:35 Film Expo Group Overview20:00 CineEurope 2025 Preview22:12 Trade Show & Tech Innovations24:28 Keynote & Retail Innovation Panels25:33 Rebranding of ShowEast to CineLATAM27:52 Why Keep CineLATAM in Miami29:58 CineLATAM Strategy & Market Focus33:17 Box Office Pro Partnership34:15 CineAsia 2025 Preview

This week on the Boxoffice podcast, brought to you by BOOST by Boxoffice, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, Russ Fischer, and Chad Kennerk discuss the ongoing proposals to bring more productions back to America and upcoming May releases like Final Destination Bloodlines (5/16) and Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning (5/23). Then in the feature segment, Daniel is joined by Paul John Anderson, the director of Omniplex Cinema Group, to discuss the growth and evolution of the Ireland-based cinema chain, which has been owned by the Anderson family for three generations.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 

This week on the Boxoffice podcast, brought to you by Survival in Space, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, Russ Fischer, and Chad Kennerk discuss the opening weekend of Thunderbolts* and the future of the MCU. They also address the Trump administration's proposal for movie tariffs and U.S. Ambassador to Hollywood Jon Voight's proposal to bring more productions back to America. Then in the feature segment, Daniel is joined by Brandon Purdie, Angel Studios' executive vice president and global head of theatrical distribution & brand development, to preview the Angel Studios slate.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:00 Thunderbolts Opening Weekend & MCU Outlook03:00 Thunderbolts Renamed "The New Avengers"04:45 Early Reactions & Reception06:00 Setting the Stage for Fantastic Four & Phase Six07:40 Premium Format Performance & Cineplex VIP Discount10:00 Price vs. Value Perception in Theatrical Pricing10:50 NEA Grants Cancellation Impacting Nonprofit Cinemas12:00 Trump's Foreign Film Tariff Proposal14:00 Understanding the Tariff Concept Logistically18:00 Could Streamers, Anime, or Imports Be Affected?22:00 Broader Cultural & Legal Implications24:00 John Voight's “Save Cinema” Plan Explained27:00 Bipartisan Potential for Federal Film Incentives29:00 Concerns Around “Foreign Propaganda” Language33:30 Summary: Tariffs Unrealistic, Incentives Viable34:00 Sponsor Break + Teaser: Survival in Space35:00 Interview with Brandon Purdie (Angel Studios)36:30 King of Kings Box Office Success & Strategy38:30 Preview: The Last Rodeo (May 23)41:00 The Angel Guild: Mission & 1M Members43:30 King of Kings Kids Free Ticket Campaign46:00 Building a Diverse Slate for Cinema Success47:30 Preview: Sketch (August 6 TIFF Acquisition)50:00 Preview: Truth & Treason (October 17)53:00 Preview: Zero AD (December 19 Epic)56:00 Competing Without Premium Screens57:00 CineEurope Preview & Future Acquisitions

This week on the Boxoffice podcast, brought to you by Harvest Hosts, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk discuss this weekend's release of Thunderbolts* and preview the biggest movies coming to theaters this May. Then in the feature segment, Rebecca interviews Joel Holland, CEO of Harvest Hosts, about the company's membership club for RV enthusiasts, which includes unique overnight stays at drive-in theater locations.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:01 AMC XL Rollout: PLF Light Concept03:00 Sinners Holds Strong at Box Office03:45 Thunderbolts Box Office Preview06:02 Reaction to Sneak Peek Showcase08:09 Thunderbolts Marketing & Hype10:51 Marvel Cinematic Universe Reset Discussion13:08 May Box Office Trends and Overview14:00 May 9 Releases: Counterprogramming Week16:02 May 16 Releases: Final Destination & The Weeknd Film18:47 May 23 Releases: Memorial Day Weekend Preview23:01 Mission: Impossible – Final Reckoning Forecast28:01 Lilo & Stitch Projections & Cultural Legacy31:34 Combined Memorial Day Outlook33:02 May 30 Releases: Karate Kid Legends & Bring Her Back36:02 Final Thoughts: Content Over Hype38:00 Sponsor Break39:00 Interview: Joel Holland, CEO of Harvest Hosts41:02 How Harvest Hosts Works for Drive-Ins45:01 Owner Experience & Booking Process47:00 Economic & Community Impact50:00 Getting Started as a Host53:00 Drive-In Culture & Personal Experience

This week on the Boxoffice podcast, brought to you by Arts Alliance Media, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk discuss the latest news in theatrical exhibition, including The Cinema Foundation's Sneak Peek Showcase, Warner Bros.' Sinners, A24's The Legend of Ochi and upcoming Friendship. They also highlight the announcement of Star Wars: Starfighter in May 2027 and this weekend's release of Sony Pictures/Screen Gems' Until Dawn, which offered a $5,000 grand prize in a dusk to dawn screening competition. In the feature segment, Rebecca speaks to David Ong, the Chief Commercial Officer at Arts Alliance Media (AAM)Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:01 Sneak Peek Showcase Plans03:00 Sinners: Box Office and Audience Reaction04:09 Upcoming A24 Comedy with Tim Robinson05:00 New Release Dates: Song Song Blue & Star Wars07:00 Star Wars: Starfighter and Avengers Updates09:10 Franchise Expectations in the Modern Era10:00 India Blockbuster Tuesdays: Discount Days Driving Traffic11:10 Until Dawn: Movie Marathon Marketing Stunt13:10 Box Office Projections & April Preview17:13 New Segment Wrap-Up18:30 Interview: David Ong, Arts Alliance Media24:00 The Role of TMS & AI in Modern Cinemas26:00 Sustainability and Laser Technology Trends27:00 Software Integration, Data, and Future Tech28:45 Find Your Freedom Campaign30:20 Programmatic Advertising & Community Partnerships33:00 Open Platforms and Industry Collaboration

This week on the Boxoffice podcast, brought to you by Arts Alliance Media, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk discuss the success of Warner Bros.' Minecraft, this weekend's release of Sinners, and Blumhouse's annual Halfway to Halloween Film Festival. In the feature segment, the executive director of The Cinema Foundation, Bryan Braunlich, shares more about the upcoming @ the Movies initiative ‘Sneak Peek Showcase', previewing exclusive content to audiences nationwide on April 22nd and 24th.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro00:56 Last Movie Watched: Sinners (IMAX)02:52 Box Office Outlook for Sinners03:40 Daniel's Theater Visit in Philadelphia04:44 Minecraft's Box Office and Chicken Jockey Craze05:45 Handling Rowdy Theater Behavior07:10 Audience Participation and Jack Black's Surprise Visit09:08 Halfway to Halloween: Interactive Horror Screenings10:44 Tech in Theaters: Second-Screen Experience Debate12:50 Alamo Drafthouse Strike Ends14:56 Sneak Peek Showcase Overview with Brian Brown Lake16:33 Structure and Goals of the Showcase18:12 Exclusive Content and Audience Warnings20:20 Measuring Success with QR Data21:48 Future Vision for Sneak Peek Showcase24:52 A Celebration of Cinema

This week on the Boxoffice podcast, brought to you by Arts Alliance Media, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk discuss the impact of A Minecraft Movie's $163M domestic opening, boosting the March box office to nearly $400M, and the movie's $313M global launch. The Cinema Foundation's @ the Movies initiative ‘Sneak Peek Showcase' will preview upcoming films to audiences nationwide on April 22nd and 24th, with $3 tickets supporting industry charities. In the feature segment, Daniel speaks to Marcus Corporation CEO Greg Marcus, to discuss the major topics of CinemaCon 2025, including the push for a minimum 45-day film exclusivity window.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:00 Minecraft Movie Sparks Box Office Revival03:30 Record-Breaking Numbers Across North America04:45 Premium Formats Drive Audience Interest06:00 Global Box Office Performance for Minecraft07:15 The Cinema Foundation's ‘At the Movies' Preview Initiative08:30 Exclusive Trailers & Behind-the-Scenes Previews Nationwide09:30 Final Destination: Bloodlines Trailer Reactions10:30 Immersive Theater Concepts & Themed Auditoriums11:00 Greg Marcus Interview Introduction12:00 Thoughts on 45-Day Minimum Theatrical Window13:30 Data-Backed Argument for Longer Windows15:00 Marketing Challenges & Changing Consumer Habits16:00 Trailer Cap Concerns & Pre-Show Time Limitations17:30 CapEx Investments in Theaters Across the U.S.18:30 Economic Sustainability in Exhibition Business20:30 Challenges with Studio Economics & Streaming Pressure21:45 How to Incentivize Longer Windows from Studios23:00 Can Amazon/MGM Fill the Fox-Sized Gap in Release Slates?24:30 Netflix's Limited IMAX Window Strategy Critique26:00 Making the Pie Bigger – Why Theatrical Still Matters27:00 CinemaCon 2025 Recap: Takeaways & Industry Optimism28:00 Greg Marcus Goes Viral – Social Media & Cinema Promotion

In the sixth and final episode of the CinemaCon 2025 Boxoffice podcast series, brought to you by TAPOS, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Chad Kennerk are joined by J. Sperling Reich of Celluloid Junkie and Chris Randleman Chief Revenue Officer of Flix Entertainment to discuss the final day of CinemaCon, including studio presentations from Paramount Pictures and Walt Disney Studios, as well as the Wednesday evening presentation from Amazon MGM Studios. Then Rebecca Pahle is joined in the sponsored segment by Alan Roe, the CEO of Jacro and TAPOS, to discuss the evolution of cinema concepts and the company's collaborative commitment to the cinema industry. The feature segment highlights the CinemaCon 2025 international day panel Globally Speaking: Different Perspectives, One Common Goal. Moderated by Cinema United President & CEO Michael O'Leary, the panel includes Jeff Goldstein, the President of Global Distribution at Warner Bros. Pictures; Alejandro Ramírez Magaña, the CEO of Cinépolis; Tim Richards, the Founder & CEO of Vue; and Mark Viane, the President of International Distribution at Paramount Pictures.

In the fifth episode of the CinemaCon 2025 Boxoffice podcast series, brought to you by TAPOS, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Chad Kennerk are joined by Eric Kohn, the artistic director of Southampton Playhouse to discuss the studio presentations from Angel Studios and Universal Pictures/Focus Features. In the feature segment Rebecca Pahle speaks to International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) President Mark Mayfield of Meyer Sound about the growing interest in software technology, network interconnectivity, and AI in cinema operations.

In the fourth episode of the CinemaCon 2025 Boxoffice podcast series, brought to you by TAPOS, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Chad Kennerk discuss the State of the Industry address and the news from the Lionsgate and Warner Bros. presentations. In the sponsor segment, Daniel is joined by executives from ICE Theaters to discuss the premium format and a record-breaking 2024. Daniel is then joined in the feature segment by the Global Cinema Federation's Jane Hastings, the CEO of EVT, to discuss GCF's latest study on moviegoing trends. 

In the third episode of the CinemaCon 2025 Boxoffice podcast series, brought to you by TAPOS and Barco, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Chad Kennerk are joined by Alexander DelVecchio, the general manager of Rutgers Cinema to discuss the first full day of CinemaCon 2025 and the evening studio presentation from Sony Pictures. In the feature segment, Daniel is joined by EF&B/NAC President Rob Novak, the President of Marcus Theatres, to discuss the evolving food and beverage industry.

In the second episode of the CinemaCon 2025 Boxoffice podcast series, brought to you by TAPOS and Barco, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle and Chad Kennerk discuss the biggest topics and questions facing exhibition as the industry gathers for CinemaCon 2025. Then Daniel is joined in the feature segment by Vue International Founder and CEO Tim Richards CBE, the recipient of this year's award for Global Achievement in Exhibition, to discuss his career and the investment Vue is making in cinema renovations, AI-driven programming, and new distribution strategies.

In the first of our CinemaCon 2025 Boxoffice podcast series, brought to you by TAPOS, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle and Chad Kennerk are joined by guest analyst Andrew Marszal of AFP to discuss what they hope to see from the studio presentations at this year's CinemaCon. Then Daniel is joined by The Boxoffice Company's CEO Stan Ruszkowski and Marine Suttle, the managing director of Boost to discuss the company's mission to build and connect global audiences to movie experiences through data, tech, and media. In the feature segment, Cinema United President and CEO Michael O'Leary joins Daniel to preview CinemaCon 2025, the largest and most important gathering for the worldwide motion picture industry.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro02:15 State of the Industry08:30 Major Studio Presentations to Watch14:45 Independent & Specialty Films at CinemaCon20:20 Technology & Innovation in Exhibition26:50 The Evolution of Theater Chains33:15 The Role of Event Cinema & Special Screenings38:50 Interview: Michael O'Leary (Cinema United)47:20 Marketing Strategies for 2025 Releases53:10 Predictions for the Biggest Box Office Hits of 202558:30 Key Takeaways & Final Thoughts

In this episode of the Boxoffice podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle and Chad Kennerk discuss the latest box office and exhibition news, including this week's announcement that the National Association of Theatre Owners has rebranded as Cinema First. In the second UKCA edition of the Boxoffice Podcast, Sharon Reid, the director of marketing and partnerships at Cinema First, joins Daniel in the feature segment to discuss the organization's role in promoting UK cinema attendance.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:05 Oscars Recap02:01 A24's “Anora” Wins02:46 Conan O'Brien on Theatrical03:35 Biggest Surprises04:49 Limited Recognizability?06:37 Balancing Act09:06 A Bit of Both11:50 Top Moments13:19 James Bond15:59 NATO Reacts to A24's Oscar16:59 Trailers17:54 March Box Office Preview25:00 Interview with Shankweiler's27:49 The Decision to Become Owners30:04 Finding Shankweiler's34:49 Valuable Lesson36:51 Doubling Admissions40:00 Programming44:00 Audience45:58 Concessions55:22 The Future of Independent Cinemas

In this episode of the Boxoffice podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle and Chad Kennerk discuss this weekend's upcoming releases and the recent re-release of Purple Rain in Dolby Cinema at AMC. Chad talks to Dan Berk and Robert Olson, the directors behind Paramount Pictures' Novocaine, which hits theaters March 14th. Then Daniel is joined by the UK Cinema Association's Phil Clapp to discuss the UKCA's annual conference, taking place on March 18th-19th.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:00 Off-Peak Movie Success: Purple Rain Re-Release03:00 This Weekend's Movie Releases05:00 The Appeal of Novocaine: A Pain-Free Action Comedy06:07 Interview: Novocaine Directors Dan Burke and Robert Olson14:02 The Return of Character-Driven Action Films16:00 The Deeper Message: Embracing Differences18:05 Experiencing Novocaine in 4DX19:15 The Unexpected Importance of Pie in Novocaine21:10 Reflecting on the Directors' Journey23:20 Formative Moviegoing Experiences25:00 UK Cinema Industry Outlook with Phil Clapp27:05 Addressing Industry Challenges29:10 Engaging Young Audiences32:20 Learning from Wicked's Box Office Success35:00 Cross-Industry Marketing Lessons37:10 Enhancing the Cinema Experience on a Budget40:00 The Future of Cinema Technology42:10 AI in Cinema: A Growing Conversation46:00 Subscription Models for Small Cinemas50:00 Sustainability in the Cinema Industry

In this episode of the Boxoffice podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Chad Kennerk are joined by Albert Lawrence to discuss the 97th Oscars ceremony and preview the March slate. Then Daniel speaks to Lauren McChesney and Matt McClanahan, co-owners of Shankweiler's Drive-In Theatre, to discuss strategies for bringing the 18-34 demographic back to theaters.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:05 Oscars Recap02:01 A24's “Anora” Wins02:46 Conan O'Brien on Theatrical03:35 Biggest Surprises04:49 Limited Recognizability?06:37 Balancing Act09:06 A Bit of Both11:50 Top Moments13:19 James Bond15:59 NATO Reacts to A24's Oscar16:59 Trailers17:54 March Box Office Preview25:00 Interview with Shankweiler's27:49 The Decision to Become Owners30:04 Finding Shankweiler's34:49 Valuable Lesson36:51 Doubling Admissions40:00 Programming44:00 Audience45:58 Concessions55:22 The Future of Independent Cinemas

In this episode of the Boxoffice podcast, presented by BOOST by Boxoffice, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, Russ Fischer, and Chad Kennerk discuss the upcoming 97th Oscars ceremony and the news that Amazon MGM Studios will take the creative reins of the James Bond franchise moving forward. Then Daniel is joined in the feature segment by Michelle Villegas, the Vice President of Customer Success at the Boxoffice Company, for the first installment in the new feature interview series Attract, Retain and Engage with Boost by Boxoffice. They discuss the importance of both marketing and technology in the customer experience with Jimena Pardo, the Marketing Director of Cinépolis USA.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:21 Panel Discussion11:17 James Bond News26:52 Commercial Break27:25 Interview with Jimena Pardo38:10 SEO Strategies41:58 The "Movie in a Meal" Concept47:15 Retention and Engagement

In this episode of the Boxoffice podcast, brought to you by Agile Ticketing Solutions, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk discuss the latest in theatrical exhibition, including the opening weekend of Captain America: Brave New World. Then Rebecca is joined by Agile Ticketing Solutions Director Strategic Marketing Shane Burkett in the sponsored feature segment to discuss the company's role in enhancing cinema experiences through data-driven insights.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:06 Paddington in Peru and UK Box Office Trends03:06 European Box Office and Local Film Success05:35 Nezha 2 Dominates Global Box Office07:48 Captain America: Brave New World Performance and Labor Issues14:16 Interview with Shane Burquette from Agile Ticketing Solutions15:35 Sponsor Message: Agile Ticketing Solutions16:05 Agile Ticketing Solutions: Business Intelligence and Customer Service20:04 Agile's Software Solutions for Diverse Venues24:10 Agile's Flexibility, Customization, and Guest Experience Tools27:20 Agile's Communication, Marketing, and Mobile App29:53 The Future of Exhibition: AI, Predictive Sales, and Agile's Support for All Operators33:28 Agile's Cloud-Based Solutions, Updates, and Visual Venue Application

In this episode of the Boxoffice podcast, brought to you by Agile Ticketing Solutions, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Russ Fischer, and Chad Kennerk review the Super Bowl game day spots and discuss a new addition to the 2025 slate. Then Daniel is joined by Cineplex CEO Ellis Jacob to discuss the company's strong Q4 performance. Rebecca Pahle also speaks to National Association of Theatre Owners California Nevada President and CEO Todd Vradenburg about NATO CA/NV awarding $50,000 in grants to support four Los Angeles-area organizations serving those affected by the recent wildfires.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro02:53 Super Bowl Ads & Trailer Breakdown04:00 Thunderbolts (Marvel) Discussion05:51 Thunderbolts Villain Speculation07:26 Captain America: Brave New World Box Office Tracking08:02 Fantastic Four Trailer Reactions09:53 Fantastic Four Multiverse & Superman Comparison10:36 Lilo & Stitch Live-Action Discussion13:00 How to Train Your Dragon Live-Action Reactions14:28 Design Choices & Sonic Comparison15:00 Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning Speculation16:43 Possible Franchise End & Tom Cruise's Future17:42 F1 Movie Preview & Marketability18:56 Apple's Struggles with Theatrical Releases20:00 Megan 2.0 Trailer Breakdown21:07 AI Horror & Terminator 2 Parallels22:08 Megan vs. Military AI Villain Concept25:00 Jurassic World: Rebirth Analysis26:46 Franchise Longevity & Possible Reboot27:00 Smurfs Movie & Family Films Discussion28:32 Role of Super Bowl Ads for Movie Marketing29:52 New Wes Anderson Movie Announcement31:00 Paul Thomas Anderson's Upcoming Film31:16 Cineplex CEO Ellis Jacob Interview31:29 Q4 Performance & Growth Strategies34:19 PLF (Premium Large Format) Screens Expansion35:50 Content Strategy & International Films37:11 Loyalty & Subscription Programs (Scene+ & CineClub)39:00 Theater Industry Challenges & Recovery Trends40:13 Interview with Todd Denberg (NATO California/Nevada)41:07 Impact of LA Wildfires on the Industry42:18 $50K in Fire Relief Grants Overview45:00 Will Rogers Pioneers Assistance Fund & Support Efforts46:30 Community Outreach & Local Support Initiatives48:41 Pasadena Schools & Education Grants52:04 Altadena Girls Grassroots Support55:00 Mental Health & Disaster Relief for Theater Workers

In this episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, brought to you by Agile Ticketing Solutions, Daniel Loria and Chad Kennerk discuss the latest industry news, including the announcements for Best Picture marathons and Black History Month screenings. In the feature segment, Daniel is joined at the Dine-In Cinema Summit by Michael Jacinto, the vice president of sales at Proctor Companies, to discuss the evolution of FEC spaces and the integration of cinemas into multi-purpose entertainment complexes.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro00:55 Box Office Forecast04:03 Programming Updates06:40 Executive Update09:50 Sponsor Message: Agile Ticketing Solutions10:20 Introduction to Guest: Michael Jacinto of Proctor Companies10:43 Discussion of the Dine-in Cinema Summit11:32 The Rise of FECs and Cinema Integration13:50 Design Considerations for FEC and Cinema Spaces14:00 The Future of Cinema Concession Stands16:20 Evolution of F&B Spaces in Cinemas18:44 Key Topics at the Dine-in Cinema Summit19:56 Box Office Pro Magazine Cover21:34 The Importance of the Last Touchpoint23:08 Cinemas as Retailers23:28 The Ideal Concession Stand24:42 Utilizing Empty Box Office Spaces26:37 Creating Experience-Friendly Locations

Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk discuss the latest industry news and release calendar updates. In the feature segment, Daniel speaks to Joe Garel, the owner of the Western Film Services, to discuss film booking and his predictions for the 2025 North American box office.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro00:31 Introduction to Guest: Joe Garrell of Western Film Services01:15 Box Office Recap: Latest Releases and Performances03:15 Academy Awards Best Picture Nominations Discussion06:44 Analysis of Wicked's Best Picture Nomination09:10 Major Snubs and Surprises in Oscar Nominations11:45 Discussion on the Future of the Academy Awards15:14 Robert Eggers Announces Werewolf Project18:30 New YA Adaptation: Children of Bone Announcement20:45 Paramount's Upcoming Adaptation of Regretting You23:00 Animated Film Announcement: Oh, The Places You'll Go25:12 A24's Expanding Slate and Key Releases28:05 Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Release Date and Franchise Updates30:10 Revival of the Scary Movie Franchise34:00 Chris Pratt's Thriller Mercy Rescheduled37:05 Feature Interview with Joe Garrell: Film Booking and Distribution39:15 How to Strategically Program Theaters for Different Markets43:10 The Role of Film Booking in Exhibition Success46:30 Growth of Independent Films in Theatrical Distribution50:00 Long-Term Box Office Predictions for 2025 and 2026

Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, Russ Fisher, and Chad Kennerk discuss the latest box office news and the impact of David Lynch's passing on the film industry, as well as their own personal connections to his work. In the feature segment, Daniel speaks to The Boxoffice Company's VP of Customer Success Michelle Coull to discuss SEO strategies for cinemas.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro00:18 Importance of SEO for Cinemas01:01 Remembering David Lynch's Legacy04:00 Personal Connections to Lynch's Work07:50 Discussion on Twin Peaks and Lynch's Style11:00 Lynch's Influence on Modern Cinema16:00 The Emotional Depth of Lynch's Films19:30 Rewatching Twin Peaks: The Return22:15 Legacy of Mel Brooks Supporting Lynch24:30 Box Office Update: Slow Weekend Trends28:00 Greta Gerwig's Narnia Movie and IMAX Release31:00 Future Netflix Theatrical Releases Speculation34:15 Frankenstein Movie by Guillermo del Toro37:00 SEO Tips: Google My Business Setup39:00 Optimizing Content for Google Rankings41:00 The Role of Images in SEO43:20 Leveraging Social Media for Cinemas45:00 Alternatives to TikTok for Marketing48:30 Managing Online Reviews and Reputation

In this week's episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle and Chad Kennerk cover the latest exhibition news,  including how Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation is helping those affected by the wildfires in Southern California. National Popcorn Day is just around the corner on January 19th and the team shares more chains with special offers. Check your local theater for National Popcorn Day deals near you. In the feature segment, Daniel previews the 2025 Dine-In Cinema +FEC Summit with the founders of the event, Matt and Amy Mader of Venue Valet.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:18 Preview of Dine-In Cinema Summit01:05 Slow Box Office Weekend Overview05:25 Lionsgate's Upcoming Releases and Forecasts08:00 National Popcorn Day Promotions Across Major Chains12:00 Will Rogers Foundation's Disaster Assistance Programs13:23 Feature Segment: Interview with Matt and Amy Mater14:05 FEC (Family Entertainment Center) Trends in Cinema17:50 Challenges of Integrating FEC with Cinemas20:30 Creative Use of Abandoned Retail Spaces22:00 Kickoff Events for Dine-In Cinema Summit23:45 AI Integration in Cinema Operations26:10 Designing Efficient Dine-In Kitchens27:45 Concurrent Programming at the Summit30:10 Case Studies on Dine-In and FEC Models32:30 Marketing Strategies for Cinema Operators35:45 Integration of Gaming and Bowling in Cinemas38:50 Technology and POS Systems for Cinemas

In this week's episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle and Chad Kennerk cover the latest exhibition news, including the upcoming National Popcorn Day on January 19th. In the feature segment, Rebecca previews the 2025 ICTA Los Angeles Seminar Series in a conversation with ICTA Executive Director Carrie Dietrich.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro00:27 ICTA and Cinema Foundation Partnership01:08 Annual Summit Preview in Los Angeles03:12 Holiday Movie Recaps and Audience Experiences06:00 2024 Box Office Results and Trends09:15 Golden Globes and Awards Season Insights11:23 Expanding Award Titles in January13:18 National Popcorn Day Promotions by Cinemark and Regal15:00 ICTA North American Cinema Awards Recap16:20 Interview with ICTA's Kerry Dietrich17:00 Overview of the LA Seminar Series18:45 Advancements in Audio-Visual Technology in Theaters20:15 Innovations in Non-Presentation Cinema Technology22:00 Education and Training for Theater Operators23:40 Fundamentals of Presentation Technology Course25:00 CinemaCon and Advanced Training Plans27:10 ICTA Registration Details and Access Options28:43 Record Attendance and Industry Support for ICTA

Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, Russ Fischer, and Chad Kennerk are on this week's panel to discuss the biggest films coming to theaters in 2025. Our quarter-by-quarter breakdown includes analysis on the most important movies and holiday weekends for exhibition, as well as our picks for potential break-outs at the box office.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro00:29 Bold Predictions for 2025 Box Office01:55 Renovation Trends in Theaters03:45 Fewer Screens, Enhanced Experiences05:21 Q1 Highlights: Captain America Brave New World08:16 Valentine's Day Releases: Paddington in Peru and Horror Counterprogramming10:47 Disney's Snow White Live-Action Discussion13:22 Universal's Dogman and Family Audiences15:20 Ryan Coogler's Sinners: Expectations and Mystery17:50 Q2 Preview: Thunderbolts and Memorial Day Releases21:13 Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning Analysis24:30 Minecraft Movie Potential in April27:20 How To Train Your Dragon Live-Action and Pixar's Elio Head-to-Head30:33 Universal Studios' Themed Land and Dragon Franchise33:00 Karate Kid Legends: Uniting Generations35:12 Lionsgate's Ballerina and Reshoots37:55 28 Years Later: Anticipation for Zombie Sequel41:00 Megan 2.0 and F1 Movie Counterprogramming44:30 July Highlights: Jurassic World Rebirth and Superman: Legacy48:20 Fantastic Four First Steps Analysis52:00 Smurfs Musical Movie: Box Office Potential54:50 Q4 Preview: Wicked Part Two and Zootopia 257:20 Avatar: Fire and Ash Release and Expectations01:04:30 Michael Jackson Biopic: Challenges and Opportunities01:08:50 Tron Ares and Sci-Fi Sequels

Daniel Loria, Russ Fischer, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk review all the biggest stories, trends, hits, and misses from 2024 at the box office.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro00:23 Sony Acquires Alamo Drafthouse01:00 2024 in Review: Theatrical Exhibition02:14 Inside Out 2: Box Office Record and Impact04:51 Disney's Rebound in Theatrical Releases07:00 Success of 20th Century Studios Titles09:02 Marketing Strategies for Moana 210:20 Analysis of Bad Boys Ride or Die12:15 Deadpool and Wolverine's Box Office Performance13:44 Universal's Marketing Success with Wicked16:11 Challenges of Splitting Wicked into Two Movies18:00 Moana 2 as the Box Office Surprise of the Year20:50 Rise of Specialty Distributors like Neon and A2422:15 Box Office Disappointment: Joker Folie à Deux24:30 Dune Part 2 and Its Viral Marketing Success27:00 Expansion of Concessions and Collectibles in Theaters30:20 Movie Marketing Trends: Theatrical Collectibles33:42 Rise of Cinema Entertainment Centers37:00 Personal Favorite Movies of 202438:44 Top Performances of the Year41:00 Memorable Moviegoing Experiences44:50 2024's Social Relevance in Cinema47:20 Movies that Defined the Year48:17 Outro and Next Week's Preview

Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle go over the latest headlines in theatrical exhibitions and preview the Christmas season box office. In the feature segment, the Cinema Foundation's Executive Director, Bryan Braunlich, joins to talk about plans for the @ the Movies campaign—bringing four moviegoing—themed events to cinemas nationwide in 2025 to encourage habitual moviegoing.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro00:20 Discussion on Cinema Activations and Promotions01:00 Christmas Box Office Preview Overview02:17 Weekend Box Office Recap: Craven the Hunter and Lord of the Rings Anime06:28 Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Box Office Forecast07:57 Mufasa: The Lion King Prequel Expectations09:03 Overview of Christmas Day Releases09:33 Focus Features' Nosferatu and Searchlight's A Complete Unknown11:28 Tracking and Projections for Nosferatu and A Complete Unknown12:42 Amazon MGM's The Fire Inside Biopic Discussion14:18 Marketing Strategies for Christmas Releases15:15 Amazon MGM and CinemaCon Updates16:55 Wicked's Sing-Along Screenings Announcement18:21 Fathom Events Rebranding as Fathom Entertainment20:27 UK Audience Development Initiative Escapes22:52 Cinema Foundation's At the Movies Campaign Overview25:00 January National Popcorn Day Plans28:52 Sneak Peek Saturday: Summer 2025 Previews34:26 August Date Night at the Movies Details37:12 November Family Day at the Movies Plans

In this week's episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle and Chad Kennerk cover the latest exhibition news, including the announcement of CinemaCon's NATO Marquee Award, which is set to honor Cinemark CEO Sean Gamble, and NATO's rebranded National Cinema Day into the campaign At the Movies. In the feature segment, Daniel sits down with Nickel Boys director RaMell Ross to explore the challenges of adapting a celebrated novel and the significance of the theatrical experience.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:03 Catching up02:06 06:27 Timothée Chalamet's appearance on ESPN07:32 Paul Mezcal on SNL08:15 CinemaCon 2025, National Cinema Day14:02 New theater openings15:28 Focus Feature's Sarcophagus replica21:40 Nickel Boys feature debut24:05 Conceptualizing the Nickel Boys film27:07 Production basis with a specific vision31:06 Emotional connection to the audience35:10 The first person perspective38:30 Theatrical experience as a film maker39:50 Iconic childhood theater

In this week's episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, brought to you by One Ultra Screens, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Chad Kennerk discuss the highest-earning Thanksgiving weekend frame of all time, driven by Disney's Moana 2, Universal's Wicked, and Paramount's Gladiator II. Exhibitors including AMC, Regal, and Cinemark all reported record-breaking holiday weekends. In the feature segment, Daniel speaks to Ernesto Acevedo-Muñoz, a professor of cinema studies at the University of Colorado Boulder, about the evolution of Broadway adaptations, highlighting the rise and fall of the Hollywood musical and the recent success of Wicked, the highest-grossing Broadway adaptation of all-time.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro00:20 Highest-Earning Thanksgiving Weekend Overview01:07 Wicked Becomes Highest-Grossing Broadway Adaptation01:50 Thanksgiving Movie Experiences: Moana 2 and Gladiator II03:38 Denzel Washington's Performance in Gladiator II06:17 Thanksgiving Box Office Records Analysis07:15 Moana 2 Breaks Multiple Box Office Records09:41 International Performance of Moana 210:47 Wicked's Sophomore Frame Performance and Global Numbers11:47 Gladiator II: Domestic and International Highlights12:07 Record Attendance for AMC Theaters13:04 Regal's Thanksgiving Records and Merchandising Success14:00 Cinemark Achieves Best Food & Beverage Revenue Day15:14 Thanksgiving Box Office Recovery Analysis16:21 Feature Segment with Ernesto Munoz Begins17:01 History of the Broadway-to-Hollywood Pipeline22:47 Evolution of the Movie Musical in the 1930s27:34 MGM's Role in Shaping Musicals in the 1940s30:00 Broadway Adaptations and 1950s Hollywood Musicals32:27 West Side Story as a Turning Point35:00 Decline of Hollywood Musicals in the Late 1960s37:50 Cabaret's Influence in the 1970s40:00 Rock Musicals: Hair and Jesus Christ Superstar44:00 Revival of the Musical in the Early 2000s45:22 Why Wicked Works as a Movie47:00 Anticipation for Wicked Part Two50:22 Modern Musical Success Stories and Future Prospects

In this week's episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle and Chad Kennerk discuss the latest exhibition news, including the successful record-breaking opening weekends of Wicked and Gladiator II. In the sponsored segment, Daniel and Malcolm MacMillan, the Managing Director UK and EVP Exhibitor Relations, Boost Products and Services at The Boxoffice Company, discuss the importance of TikTok for exhibitors, noting its 67% user base aged 18-34. In the feature segment, Daniel and Chad are joined by Albert Lawrence to discuss the limited and platform releases in the month of December from major distributors.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:15 Importance of Social Media for Film Discovery03:40 Wicked's Record-Breaking Opening Weekend07:42 Interview with Universal's Jim Orr on Wicked10:53 Gladiator II Box Office Performance14:02 Demographics Breakdown for Wicked and Gladiator II16:15 Regional Box Office Trends for Gladiator II18:21 Malcolm McMillan on TikTok Strategy for Cinemas21:26 Moana 2 UK Premiere Insights24:13 Importance of Honesty in TikTok Content Creation27:20 December Limited Releases: Overview and Discussion31:35 Highlights of September 5 and Nickel Boys34:51 Anticipation for Y2K and Night Bitch37:04 Nostalgia Marketing in Recent Films40:25 Upcoming December Wide Releases: Sonic 3 and Mufasa43:43 A24's Baby Girl: Return of the Erotic Thriller47:01 Robert Eggers' Nosferatu and Cinematic Style50:07 Boxing Biopic: The Fire Inside52:20 Robbie Williams Biopic and Creative Risks54:40 Bob Dylan's A Complete Unknown

Boxoffice Pro's Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk cover the marketing campaigns leading up to this weekend's launch of Universal's Wicked and Paramount's Gladiator II. In our feature segment, Flix Brewhouse's CRO, Chris Randleman, joins to discuss the box office prospects of the remaining 2024 theatrical slate.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:00 Introduction to Thanksgiving Box Office Season03:00 Recent Moviegoing Experiences of the Hosts06:00 Wicked Review and Audience Reaction10:00 Gladiator II Early Box Office Predictions12:00 Discussion on BarbHeimer Comparisons15:00 AMC Theaters Renovation Updates18:00 Alamo Drafthouse Promotions and Leadership Changes20:00 Box Office Success of International Films23:00 Forecast for Wicked and Gladiator II Box Office Performance26:00 Moana 2 Predictions for Thanksgiving Weekend28:00 Merchandise and Collectibles for Holiday Releases31:00 December Releases: Sonic 3, Mufasa, and Niche Titles34:00 Challenges with Screen Availability for Upcoming Films

In this week's episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle and Chad Kennerk discuss the latest exhibition news, including AMC's comprehensive Go Plan and a new Screen X location arriving at MJR Theatres. The trio then covers the latest box office, including a preview of the latest tracking for this weekend's Red One and the Thanksgiving season releases of Wicked, Gladiator II, and Moana 2.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:00 Last Movies Seen by Hosts04:00 AMC Theaters Announces Major Renovation Plans08:00 MJR Digital Cinemas Adding ScreenX in Michigan10:00 Discussion on AMC XL Mid-Tier Premium Format13:00 Overview of Red One's Theatrical Release16:00 Red One Opening Weekend Box Office Projections18:00 International Performance of Red One21:00 Comparison of Red One to Fall Guy23:00 Upcoming Thanksgiving Box Office Releases: Wicked, Gladiator 2, Moana 225:00 High Pre-Sales for Moana 2 and Mufasa

In this week's episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle and Chad Kennerk discuss the upcoming November slate. They highlight a trio of anticipated strong openers around the Thanksgiving holiday corridor – Wicked, Gladiator II, and Moana 2 – and reflect on the titles they're personally looking forward to during November.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:00 November Movie Preview Overview03:00 Discussion on Slow Start with "Here" from Sony05:00 Anticipation for The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Lionsgate08:00 A24's Heretic Starring Hugh Grant11:00 Early Insights on Red One by Amazon/MGM13:00 Forecast for Gladiator 2 by Paramount15:00 Expectations for Wicked Part One by Universal18:00 Anticipation for Moana 2 by Walt Disney Animation21:00 Analysis of Thanksgiving Box Office Trends24:00 Mufasa: The Lion King and Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Release Discussion27:00 Personal Movie Picks for November29:00 Final Thoughts on Upcoming Releases

In this week's episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, brought to you by Angel Studios, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk countdown the top 10 highest-grossing horror films of the last 10 years, adding some personal favorites and culturally significant horror titles beyond those on the list.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:00 Top 10 Highest Grossing Horror Movies Discussion Begins03:00 Rise of Blumhouse in the Horror Genre04:00 Vincent Price Trivia and Influence in Horror05:00 Impact of Five Nights at Freddy's07:00 MCU Effect on Horror Films and Franchises09:00 The Legacy of A Quiet Place11:00 Jordan Peele's Impact with Get Out and Us14:00 Discussion on Hereditary and Midsommar17:00 Soft & Quiet as a Hidden Horror Gem20:00 Box Office Trends in Horror Films

In this week's episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, brought to you by Angel Studios, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk discuss the recent performance of Smile 2 and preview the upcoming Venom: The Last Dance. In the feature segment, Daniel is joined by Angel Studios' Executive Vice President and Global Head of Theatrical Distribution, Brandon Purdie, to review the 2025 slate. Upcoming releases include Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assassin., a historical thriller about Dietrich Bonhoeffer's resistance in WWII (Nov 22), and Homestead, an action film about life on an elaborate compound amidst an atomic bomb crisis (Dec 20). Angel Studios' diverse content is driven by the Angel Guild, a community of 375,000 voters who influence film selection and production.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 Episode Resources:Weekend Box Office: SMILE 2 Takes Down the ClownWeekend Box Office Preview: Curtain Call for VENOM: THE LAST DANCEWhat to Listen For00:00 Intro01:00 Angel Studios Distribution Slate for 202403:00 Discussion on Smile 2 Box Office Performance05:00 Venom: The Last Dance Tracking and Predictions09:00 Universal's Love Hurts Release Update12:00 Sony's Video Game Adaptation Until Dawn Release14:00 A24's The Brutalist Christmas Release16:00 Interview with Brandon Purdy from Angel Studios18:00 Overview of Bonhoeffer Historical Thriller22:00 Homestead: Action-Packed Christmas Release25:00 Angel Studios 2025 Slate Overview30:00 The Angel Guild and Its Role in Content Selection36:00 Final Thoughts on Angel Studios' Upcoming Projects

In this week's episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, brought to you by Angel Studios, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk discuss the effective grassroots marketing of Terrifier 3 and the strong pre-sales for Wicked leading into the Thanksgiving holiday box office. Daniel is joined in the feature segment by B&B Theatres Co-Presidents Bobbie, Brittanie, and Brock Bagby to celebrate the centennial anniversary of B&B Theatres. The chain will be honored at ShowEast with this year's Dan Fellman Show “E” Award during the Final Night Awards Ceremony.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:00 Celebrating the Centennial Anniversary of B&B Theaters02:00 ShowEast Preview and Angel Studios Sponsor Mention05:00 Discussion on the Success of Terrifier 307:00 The Power of Grassroots Marketing09:00 Marketing Strategies for Smile and Similar Films10:30 Universal's Wicked Presales Success12:30 Discussion on Wicked Being a Two-Part Film15:00 Premium Format and Audience Engagement17:00 Community and Family Values in Theater Business21:00 Future of B&B Theaters and Innovation in Cinema

In this week's episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk discuss the latest box office news, including the underperformance of Joker: Folie à Deux with $37.6M. They also forecast upcoming releases such as Terrifier 3 and the wide expansion of Jason Reitman's Saturday Night. Rebecca is joined in the feature segment by Erica Lopez, executive director of Variety - the Children's Charity of the United States, to discuss the annual Gold Heart Pin Campaign. Since its inception, the pins have raised millions and helped Variety provide equipment, services, and experiences to help children become active and independent.  Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:00 Movies Seen Last Week: Joker and We Live in Time03:00 Fandango's New Fan Club Loyalty Program04:00 Joker 2 Box Office Performance Discussion05:30 Wide Expansion Forecast for Saturday Night06:30 Forecast for Terrifier 307:30 The Apprentice Box Office Forecast08:00 My Hero Academia Limited Release Forecast09:00 Wicked Gold Heart Campaign Introduction10:00 Interview with Erica Lopez from Variety Children's Charity13:00 History of the Gold Heart Campaign16:00 Stories of Theater Employees Involved in Selling Pins18:00 How People Can Get Involved with Variety20:00 Upcoming Variety Events Across the US

Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk are joined by Puck News and The Outside Scoop's Scott Mendelson to discuss the October theatrical slate. The panel tackles the slumping presales for Joker Folie a Deux, assesses the potential of the month's horror titles, and offers hope on the prospects of Venom: The Last Dance in the marketplace.  Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:00 October Box Office Expectations03:00 Will Rogers Pioneers Assistance for North Carolina Workers05:00 Apple's Streaming vs. Theatrical Plans08:00 Amazon's Theatrical Strategy vs. Streaming10:00 Disney's Theatrical and Streaming Success13:00 New Theater Openings in Missouri and Houston15:00 Joker Sequel Box Office Forecast and Audience Response22:00 Terrifier 3 Box Office Preview27:00 Smile 2 Box Office Preview30:00 Venom: The Last Dance Box Office Forecast

In this week's episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk the latest industry news, including the $2.2 billion investment that exhibitors nationwide have committed to enhancing the moviegoing experience. In advance of this week's NATO Fall Summit, Daniel speaks to Lou DiGioia, the chief operating officer of the National Association of Theatre Owners, in the feature segment about the investment by top theater chains and the broader trend across all chains to improve experiences at the cinema. Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:00 Introduction to NATO Fall Summit and Overview03:00 Recent Moviegoing Experiences06:00 Canadian Legal Dispute on Cineplex Booking Fees09:00 MPA Membership Update with Amazon Prime Video12:00 Cinema Technology News: Barco and ScreenX Expansions14:00 Box Office Forecast: The Wild Robot and Terrifier 317:00 Megalopolis and Francis Ford Coppola Discussion20:00 Joker 2 Tracking and Projections25:00 Interview with Lou De Joa, COO of NATO27:00 Investment in Cinema Experience Improvements30:00 Technology and Audience Experience Enhancements34:00 Preview of NATO Fall Summit Sessions

In this week's episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Rebecca Pahle and Chad Kennerk recap the second frame of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice and solid international holds. Speak No Evil debuted in second place and the documentary Am I Racist? surprised in fourth place. The pair also discuss the upcoming weekend, including the projections for Transformers One and Never Let Go, as well as upcoming event cinema releases such as Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story and Nosferatu with Radiohead, a Silents Synced film. Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:00 Beetlejuice Sequel03:00 Speak No Evil and Anti-Racist Documentary06:00 Trapezium, The Babadook, Superman, and The Matrix08:00 Jung Kook: I Am Still09:00 Transformers One and Never Let Go10:00 Transformers One Forecast12:00 The Wild Robot: Audience Expectations14:00 Silent Sync Series: Nosferatu and Radiohead Double Album

In this week's episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk recap the $111M opening weekend of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, which drove a record-setting weekend for chains such as Cinemark. In the feature segment, Daniel interviews director J.J. Perry about his upcoming Lionsgate action film The Killer's Game, starring Dave Bautista. Perry, who has a long filmography as a stunt performer, discusses showcasing diverse combat styles in the film, including merengue, taekwondo, and wrestling. Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:00 Box Office Success of Beetlejuice Sequel03:00 Upcoming Releases: The Killers Game and Speak No Evil06:00 Event Cinema and Specialty Releases: Babadook Anniversary08:00 Cineplex and Global Box Office Success of Coraline Re-Release10:00 Interview with Director JJ Perry: The Killers Game13:00 Dave Bautista's Role in The Killers Game15:00 Choreographing Action Sequences for The Killers Game18:00 Filming Locations and Production Challenges20:00 Message for Theater Owners and the Audience

In this week's episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk are joined by The Boxoffice Company's Romeo Duchene and Boxoffice Studios' Russ Fischer to review the diverse September slate. The monthly box office preview highlights September's major release, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, and other notable wide releases like Speak No Evil, Transformers One, The Wild Robot, and Megalopolis. With Halloween rapidly approaching, the panel also covers a number of limited horror releases, like The Substance and Azrael, emphasizing the importance of diverse releases to complement blockbusters. Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:00 September Box Office Overview03:00 Labor Day Weekend Recap05:00 Beetlejuice Sequel Opening Weekend Predictions07:00 Tim Burton's Career and Beetlejuice Sequel10:00 Upcoming Horror Releases: The Front Room and Speak No Evil12:00 Discussion on The Killer's Game14:00 Transformers One: Animated Feature Expectations16:00 Release Strategy for Animated Films in September18:00 Upcoming Lionsgate Releases20:00 Focus on Smaller Films and Counterprogramming22:00 Anticipation for Megalopolis25:00 The Wild Robot: Animated Feature Analysis28:00 Closing Remarks and Next Week's Preview

In this week's episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, brought to you by Fathom Events, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Chad Kennerk discuss the latest industry news and the upcoming Labor Day box office weekend including new releases Reagan, 1992, and Slingshot. Then in the feature segment, Daniel speaks with exhibition veteran Kevin Mitchell about the evolution of Showbiz Direct and this weekend's release of the Dennis Quaid starring biopic Reagan. Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 Episode Resources:Fathom EventsWhat to Listen For00:00 Intro01:00 Introduction of Showbiz Direct02:30 Discussion on Labor Day Weekend Box Office Forecast05:00 Analysis of New Cinema Technology and HDR Projection07:00 Fandango and Regal Partnership Announcement08:30 Recognition of B&B Theaters at ShowEast 202410:00 Promotion of Rebecca Scientist at Showcase Cinemas12:00 Interview with Kevin Mitchell, Co-Founder of Showbiz Direct15:00 Kevin Mitchell's Background in Exhibition and Distribution20:00 Marketing Strategies for Reagan Movie24:00 Future Plans for Showbiz Direct27:00 Closing Remarks and Upcoming Episodes

In this week's episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, brought to you by Fathom Events, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk discuss the success of Fathom Events' 3D re-release of Coraline, which earned $12.5M over the weekend, surpassing last year's Fathom Events repertory release record. The team also reviews Alien: Romulus, which had a $42M opening weekend, slightly below expectations. Then in the feature segment, Rebecca speaks with Ray Nutt, the CEO of Fathom Events, to discuss event cinema, focusing on Fathom Events' diverse content offerings, strategic partnerships, and audience engagement. Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 Episode Resources:Fathom EventsWhat to Listen For00:00 Intro01:00 Introduction of Fathom Events03:00 Discussion on Alien Romulus Box Office07:00 Overview of Upcoming Movie Releases10:00 Success of Coraline 3D Re-release13:00 Interview with Ray Nutt, CEO of Fathom Events17:00 Specialty Distribution and Event Cinema Trends22:00 Faith-Based Films and Audience Engagement27:00 Independent Filmmakers and Distribution Opportunities31:00 Recap and Closing Remarks

In this week's episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, Russ Fischer, Daniel Loria, and Rebecca Pahle discuss the lasting cultural impact of the ALIEN franchise on contemporary moviegoing, going back to discuss and analyze everything that went right (and wrong) with every theatrical entry in the series. Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 Episode Resources:Weekend Preview: ALIEN: ROMULUS Aims to Topple DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE?What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:00 Introduction of the Alien Franchise02:20 Cultural Impact of the Alien Movies06:30 Discussion on Home Media and Extended Cuts10:10 Origins of the Alien Franchise16:00 Analysis of the First Alien Movie19:00 James Cameron and the Transition to Aliens24:50 Thematic Elements in Aliens32:00 The Director's Cut vs. Theatrical Cut Debate37:00 Alien 3: Production Troubles and Legacy44:00 Alien 3: Story Analysis49:50 Alien 4: Resurrection and Its Reception

In this week's episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, brought to you by 2024 Giants of Exhibition Sponsors Barco, Digital Cinema United, Fandango, and VIP Luxury Seating, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk are joined by Romeo Duchene, The Boxoffice Company's VP Strategic Content Partnerships, to forecast the opening weekend of It Ends With Us and Borderlands. Then in the feature segment, Rebecca speaks with Lela Meadow-Conner, the president of the board of Art House Convergence, to discuss the current state of art house cinema and the support available to independent cinemas through initiatives like Art House Convergence and Film Festival Alliance. Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 Episode Resources:Entertainment Food and Beverage Association (EFBA)Art House Convergence (AHC)Film Festival AllianceWhat to Listen For00:00 Intro00:39 Weekend Box Office Overview01:00 Art House Convergence Survey02:00 NAC Rebrand to EFBA03:00 Alamo Drafthouse Renovation04:00 Regal's Twister & Twisters Double Feature05:00 Deadpool & Wolverine Box Office Performance05:48 It Ends With Us Box Office Forecast07:00 Blake Lively vs. Ryan Reynolds08:00 Comparable Titles to It Ends With Us09:00 Audience Trends & Predictions11:00 Borderlands Box Office Forecast12:00 Comparison to Other Game Adaptations14:00 Release Date Challenges15:00 Alien Romulus Box Office Preview16:00 Final Thoughts on Forecasting16:44 Introduction to Interview with Leila Meadow-Connor17:00 Art House Convergence Post-Pandemic Activity18:00 National Audience Survey Results20:00 New Art House Cinema Audiences21:00 Art House Cinema Day Recap22:00 Special Q&A with Jim Cameron and Gale Anne Hurd23:00 Evolution of Art House Cinema24:00 Community Building in Cinema

In this week's episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, brought to you by 2024 Giants of Exhibition Sponsors Barco, Digital Cinema United, Fandango, and VIP Luxury Seating, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk recap the incredible debut of Deadpool & Wolverine, which set admissions revenue records for an R-rated film, along with numerous food & beverage and merchandise sales records. The August movie preview tracks upcoming titles such as It Ends with Us and Alien: Romulus. Then in the feature segment, Chad Kennerk speaks to actor Zachary Levi about his starring role in Sony's Harold and the Purple Crayon – which arrives in theaters this weekend – and the communal bonds moviegoing creates. Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 Episode Resources:Barco Digital CinemaFandangoVIP Luxury SeatingWhat to Listen For00:00 Intro00:00 Intro00:23 Introduction to the episode and panel members01:17 Deadpool and Wolverine's Record-Setting Debut discussion01:41 Chad's review of Deadpool and Wolverine02:51 Rebecca's review of Deadpool and Wolverine05:00 Discussion on the marketing and audience demographics of Deadpool and Wolverine09:00 Box office records analysis for Deadpool and Wolverine13:00 Audience demographics breakdown for Deadpool and Wolverine18:00 International box office performance of Deadpool and Wolverine19:29 Transition to August movie previews20:00 Discussion on "Trap" by M. Night Shyamalan24:24 Preview of "Harold and the Purple Crayon" and interview with Zachary Levi49:07 Outro and reminder to subscribe to the podcast

In this week's episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Russ Fischer are joined by special guest Alfred Lawrence to discuss the opening weekend for DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE, which is poised to have the largest opening weekend for an R-rated film of all time. In the feature segment, Pahle speaks with Diane Feffer and Joel Davis of TOMA (Theatre Owners of Middle America) on the upcoming trade show CinéShow, taking place August 26-28. Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro00:25 Host Introduction00:47 Episode Overview01:00 Panel Introduction01:32 Funny Anecdote02:00 Industry News02:04 PLF Expansion02:37 Regal's Recovery03:00 National Cinema Day05:00 Deadpool and Wolverine Predictions05:32 Pre-Sales and Marketing06:53 Sneaking into R-rated Movies07:00 Personal Experiences11:01 Movie Marketing Trends16:00 Industry Expectations17:00 Movie Forecasts17:24 Counter Programming18:30 PLF Screen Allocation19:00 Twisters Performance20:00 Upcoming Releases22:00 Horizon's Rescheduling23:00 November Slot Discussion25:00 Marvel Cinematic Universe News26:55 Avengers News28:00 Comic-Con Hype29:00 D23 Expo31:00 Fall Movie Lineup33:00 Sony's Spider-Man Movies35:00 Superhero Movie Saturation37:00 End of News Segment38:00 Cine Show Interview Introduction39:00 Interview with Joel Davis and Diane Peffer42:00 Cine Show Event Details44:00 Cine Show Panels and Topics46:00 Awards at Cine Show48:00 Trade Show Floor Highlights49:00 New Vendors at Cine Show51:00 Cine Show Closing Remarks

In this week's episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, brought to you by D-BOX, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, Russ Fischer, and Chad Kennerk recap the opening weekend success of Neon's horror title Longlegs and look ahead to this weekend's release of Universal Pictures' Twisters. In the sponsored feature segment, Daniel talks to Sébastien Mailhot, the president and CEO of D-BOX, about the current state of immersive seating technology in the film industry, with a focus on D-Box's leading role in haptic technology across multiple business sectors, as well as the potential for immersive technologies such as Sim Racing, to create commercial growth and new revenue streams.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 Episode Resources:D-BOXWeekend Box Office: DESPICABLE ME 4 Holds at #1 While LONGLEGS Surprises at #2Greta Gerwig to be Honored as 2024 Pioneer Of The Year by Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers FoundationRegal to Partner with the American Red Cross During TWISTERS Opening WeekendWhat to Listen For00:00 Intro00:20 Host Introduction and Episode Overview01:00 Box Office Forecasts and New Segment Introduction02:00 Discussion on "Long Legs" Movie Reactions03:00 Cinema Experience Descriptions05:00 Marketing Campaign Success for "Long Legs"07:00 Upcoming R-Rated Movies Forecast08:00 Rebecca's Thoughts on "Long Legs" and "Maxine"09:00 Russ's Comparison to Other Films20:00 Sebastian's Introduction and D-Box Technology22:00 D-Box Technology and Its Evolution24:00 Importance of Immersive Experience in Cinema25:00 Content Diversity and Audience Adaptation30:00 Future of Premium Cinema and D-Box's Role38:00 Racing Simulation and New Entertainment Venues

In this week's episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, brought to you by Agile Ticketing Solutions, Daniel Loria is joined by the Boxoffice Company's Russ Fischer to discuss the July 4th weekend box office and the major movies hitting theaters this July, as well as preview titles they're looking forward to in August.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 Episode Resources:Agile Ticketing SolutionsThe Biggest Movies Coming to Theaters in July 2024Weekend Box Office: DESPICABLE ME 4 Seizes July 4 Box OfficeWhat to Listen For00:00 Intro000:43 - Host Introductions and Episode Overview01:03 - June Recap and July Preview02:09 - Pixar and Disney's Recent Performances04:07 - International Performance of "Inside Out 2"04:54 - Impact of Strikes on Box Office07:00 - July 4th Weekend Box Office Performance09:00 - Performance and Challenges of "Horizon"16:00 - Analysis of Specific Movies19:00 - Specialty Titles and Smaller Releases