Cineplex Reports Strong March Box Office Results

• Most Recent News (April 10, 2026): Cineplex reported March 2026 box office revenue of $52.4 million, a 178% year-over-year increase and the strongest first-quarter performance since 2019. Q1 2026 total box office reached $127.4 million, up 25% versus Q1 2025.
• Key Drivers: Blockbuster releases including Project Hail Mary, Hoppers, Scream 7, and Reminders of Him drove the surge. Premium-format screenings accounted for 66% of Project Hail Mary box office.
• Operational Footprint: Cineplex operates 9 of the top 20 highest-grossing theatres in Canada as of March.
• April Outlook: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie delivered the year's largest opening weekend and Cineplex's highest-grossing Easter weekend ever. Upcoming Q2 releases include Michael, Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, and Toy Story 5.
• Historical Context (Feb 11, 2026): FY 2025 results showed a net loss of $36.9 million but improved Adjusted EBITDAaL to $91.6 million. Sale of Cineplex Digital Media for $70 million funded share repurchases.
• Historical Context (Jan 23, 2026): Federal Court of Appeal upheld a $39 million administrative monetary penalty regarding online booking fees; Cineplex plans to appeal to the Supreme Court.
• Historical Context (Mar 19, 2026): Bank Credit Agreement extended to September 2028/2029 with no drawdowns as of Dec 31, 2025 ($7.7 million reserved for letters of credit).

• Operational Turnaround: The March results represent a significant reversal from February's 93% year-over-year decline and Q3/Q4 2025 revenue declines (-8.7% YoY in Q3). This validates the management strategy focusing on premium formats and blockbuster slates following the divestiture of Digital Media.
• Financial Implications: A 25% increase in Q1 box office is material for a company with FY25 revenues of $1.28 billion, suggesting strong cash flow generation potential for H1 2026 compared to the net loss reported in FY25.
• Strategic Validation: The success of premium formats (66% share on Project Hail Mary) confirms the high-margin strategy is working, offsetting concerns about attendance declines (-1.8% YoY in FY25).
• Risk Mitigation: The credit facility extension provides liquidity security ($100M facility, no drawdowns), reducing immediate capital risk despite the legal penalty exposure.

• Company: Cineplex Inc. (TSX: CGX).
• Flagship Project: Cinema Exhibition Network operating 171 theatres across Canada plus entertainment venues (The Rec Room, Playdium, Junxion).
• Core Business Model: Film exhibition box office revenue supplemented by concessions, premium formats (IMAX, UltraAVX), and cinema media.
• Strategic Shift: Divestiture of Cineplex Digital Media ($70M cash) to focus on core theatrical experience and location-based entertainment.
• Loyalty Program: Scene+ membership exceeds 228,000 members (as of Q1 2026), providing data and recurring revenue opportunities.