AMC Entertainment Holdings reported its busiest weekend of the year, drawing 4.8 million attendees across its U.S. and international ODEON locations. The surge pushed the chain to record-high admissions and concession revenue for the year to date. CEO Adam Aron noted that the health of the theatrical business depends on multi-genre variety, pointing to consistent demand for films like Obsession and Backrooms alongside the new Disney release.
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Toy Story 5 Leads Record-Breaking Weekend for Theater Chains
With an estimated $312 million in global box office receipts, Toy Story 5 has secured the largest opening weekend of 2026. This performance marks the second-largest domestic animated debut in history, trailing only 2018’s The Incredibles 2, and provides a significant financial tailwind for major cinema operators.
Cinemark Holdings saw similar gains, marking its own top-performing weekend of 2026. The chain confirmed that Toy Story 5 represents its largest domestic opening ever for a G or PG-rated film. CEO Sean Gamble highlighted the demographic breadth of the audience, noting that auditoriums remained packed throughout the three-day window. Both companies remain optimistic that this momentum will carry through the upcoming July slate and the remainder of the summer season.
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