David Karnovsky

Eric Handler

Chad Beynon

David Joyce

Michael Hickey

Omar Mejias Santiago

Patrick Sholl

Stephen Laszczyk

Eric Wold

Steven Frankel

David Steger

Drew Crum

Mike Hickey

Omar Mejias

Steve Frankel

- IMAX is guiding to a **record year** with **$1.2 billion in box office revenue**.  **[921582_tx_379063_0]**  Quarter-to-date, its box office is approximately **$270 million**, marking a **40% increase** from last year, contrasting with a **14% decline** for North American exhibitors.  **[921582_tx_379063_0]** 
- The company's global programming strategy is a significant driver, with **one-third of year-to-date box office generated by foreign language films**.  **[921582_tx_379063_0]**  Local language content is a growing segment, currently at about **one-third of box office** and projected to reach **40%**.  **[921582_tx_379063_7]** 
- IMAX's market share has increased **40% since pre-pandemic**, reflecting strong demand for premium experiences.  **[921582_tx_379063_1]**  This allows films to achieve over **20% of box office on only 1% of screens**.  **[921582_tx_379063_1]** 
- The increasing entry of streamers like Apple and Netflix into theatrical releases is increasing demand for IMAX slots.  **[921582_tx_379063_3]**  The company has a robust content pipeline, with **11 films already committed for 2026** under its "Filmed For IMAX" program.  **[921582_tx_379063_1]** 
- IMAX is approximately **50% penetrated** of its total addressable market, with **two-thirds of its revenues originating outside North America**.  **[921582_tx_379063_6]**  The company anticipates most future growth from international markets, with the addressable market expected to **double its current size**.  **[921582_tx_379063_6]**

IMAX CEO Discusses Record Year Guidance and Strategic Growth Initiatives

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