AMC CEO Adam Aron Backs Paramount‑Warner Merger
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- Adam Aron said AMC supports Paramount’s desire to acquire Warner Bros., praising David Ellison’s track record and the increased number of movies being greenlit at Paramount.
- Adam Aron expressed optimism that the box office will see dramatic growth in 2026, citing recent strong openings like Amazon’s “Project Hail Mary” and the increase in wide‑release movies.
- Adam Aron noted that Warner Bros. plans to raise its annual releases from 11 to 15‑16 movies, Paramount aims to double its output from 7 to 15 movies, and Amazon commits to at least 12 movies this year and 15 in 2027.
- Adam Aron discussed the impact of shortened theatrical windows, calling Universal’s 45‑day window “Euphoria,” and suggested that studios’ move to 25‑35 days has trained consumers to wait at home.
- Adam Aron highlighted AMC’s growing partnership with Netflix, citing recent theatrical events for “KPop Demon Hunters,” “Stranger Things” finale, and “One Piece” episodes, and said more collaborations are expected in 2026 and beyond.
- Adam Aron praised his collaboration with Taylor Swift on the “Eras Tour” and “Life of a Showgirl” documentaries, stating the relationship is close and may continue, though no specific new projects are announced.
Why it matters: AMC could see higher ticket sales and revenue as Warner and Paramount double their annual releases and Amazon adds dozens of titles, delivering the larger slate that theater owners feared would shrink. The merger and expanded studio partnerships thus directly boost AMC’s bottom line.
