IMAX and Cinepolis Sign Three-Theatre Agreement in U.S.

IMAX and Cinepolis Sign Three-Theatre Agreement in U.S.
IMAX and Cinepolis Sign Three-Theatre Agreement in U.S.

IMAX Corporation and Cinépolis, a cinema exhibition company, announced today an agreement for three IMAX theatres to be located throughout the United States.

The first theatre will be added to the Cinépolis Posner Park complex in Kissimmee, Fla., with locations for the second and third theatres yet to be determined.

“Today’s agreement with Cinépolis makes it a true global partner that shares our international perspective on the growth of the film and exhibition industry,” said IMAX CEO Richard L. Gelfond.

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The deal brings Cinépolis’ IMAX commitment to 25 theatres and marks the exhibitor’s first IMAX theatres in the United States.

“Fueled by our success in other countries, the U.S. is now among the most important markets we’ve targeted for expansion,” said Alejandro Ramirez, CEO of Cinépolis Worldwide.

Cinépolis is a leading movie theater circuit, operating more than 3,425 screens in 11 countries. Founded in 1971, it is privately held and is headquartered in Morelia, Mexico.

Photo courtesy: Cinepolis

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