Cinema: market data & analysis

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Cinema: market data & analysis

The cinema market includes box office, advertising and food & beverages. The global revenue of 72.3 billion US dollars in 2023 is expected to to rise to 97.87 billion US dollars by 2028.


What's included?

  • All relevant data, including market size & forecasts for the next five years
  • Regional development with focus on: United States, China, and Europe
  • COVID-19 and Russia-Ukraine war Forecast Adaption
  • Trends and market analysis
  • Company profiles

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The cinema market comprises the segment of the entertainment industry that deals with the screening of movies in special venues, commonly referred to as cinemas or movie theaters. This market offers audiences a communal experience where a wide range of films, including feature films, documentaries and animations, are shown on large screens and with high-quality sound systems, creating an immersive and theatrical experience.

In this report, we provide a comprehensive overview of the current state of the cinema market, including a forecast with detailed information on three different markets.

In a comparison of the three most important markets for movie theaters - the USA, China and Europe - Europe is the largest market in 2023, growing from 20.72 billion US dollars to 25.82 billion US dollars. The American market will generate revenues of USD 18.44 billion in 2023. With a CAGR of 9%, the market is expected to exceed USD 28.37 billion by 2028, making it the largest market in 2028. The Chinese market is expected to be worth USD 12.2 billion in 2023. Sales are expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.1% until 2028, resulting in sales of USD 15.61 billion.

Note: CAGR: Compound Annual Growth Rate

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