Industry Statistics and Trends
Cinemas in Europe key trends
Cinemas grapple with the fallout of pandemic shutdowns.
Sudden revenue loss and persistent low admissions have forced major chains like Cineworld, AMC and Vue into bankruptcy or significant financial restructuring to weather the storm.
Industrial action threatens US film industry.
Strike action by the WGA, SAG-AFTRA and US studios has interrupted production and delayed major film releases, casting a cloud over the future landscape of cinema.
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Cinemas in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Cinemas in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 11.0 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €8.5bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
Blockbuster films are vital for cinemas
- Cinemas in Europe rely on US-made blockbuster films to remain viable. The top ten film releases of each year generally make up over half of total admissions.
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Cinemas in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Film releases are under threat from industrial action
- Film releases are under threat due to the major strike action in the US between the Writers Guild of America (WGA), Screen Actors Guild – American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) and US studios.
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Revenue
€8.5bn
Employees
74,079
Wages
€X.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Cinemas in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc | 4,300.0 | -98.0 | -2.3 | |
Cineworld Group plc | 4,336.2 | 204.4 | 4.7 | |
Vue International Bidco plc | 851.4 | 38.7 | 4.5 |
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Cinemas in Europe
Products & Services Segmentation
Industry revenue broken down by key product and services lines.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Cinemas industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Cinemas industry in Europe is €8.5bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Cinemas in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 7,166 businesses in the Cinemas industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 2.1 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Cinemas industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Cinemas industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 11.0 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Cinemas industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Cinemas industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Cinemas in Europe include?
Film viewings and Food, beverage and merchandise are part of the Cinemas industry.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Cinemas industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Cinemas industry is Russia.
How competitive is the Cinemas industry in Europe?
The level of competition is high and steady in the Cinemas industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Cinemas in Austria
- Cinemas in France
- Cinemas in Lithuania
- Cinemas in the Netherlands
- Cinemas in Finland
- Cinemas in Croatia
- Cinemas in Slovenia
- Cinemas in Bulgaria
- Cinemas in Luxembourg
- Cinemas in Russia
- Cinemas in Slovakia
- Cinemas in Italy
- Cinemas in Sweden
- Cinemas in Turkey
- Cinemas in Cyprus
- Cinemas in Latvia
- Cinemas in Spain
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Cinemas show films in designated film-projection facilities, which are usually indoors but can also include open-air venues. The industry also includes any food or merchandise sold by cinemas.
Related Terms
BOX OFFICEOPEN-AIRPROJECTORWhat's included in this industry?
Film viewingsFood, beverage and merchandiseCompanies
AMC Entertainment Holdings IncCineworld Group plcVue International Bidco plcIndustry Code
5914 - Motion picture projection activities in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Blockbuster films are vital for cinemas
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Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Cinemas in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Cinemas in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Cinemas in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Cinemas in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Cinemas in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Cinemas in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Cinemas in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Cinemas in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Cinemas struggle amid low admissions post-pandemic. They are trying to increase revenue per admission to compensate for the 34.5% drop in attendees since before the pandemic, as reported by European Audiovisual Observatory, to reduce reliance on ticket sales alone.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Cinemas in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Cinemas in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Cinemas in Europe industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Largest Importer
- Smallest Importer
- Total Imports into Europe
- Largest Exporter
- Smallest Exporter
- Total Exports into Europe
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2024)
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2024)
Industry Geographic Breakdown
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue (2024)
- IVA (2024)
- Enterprises (2024)
- Employment (2024)
- Exports (2024)
- Imports (2024)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Large chains dominate the industry. Major cinema chains make up the majority of revenue in the industry, though few brands operate across borders, which limits overall concentration.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2019-2024)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 10 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit Margin (2024)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc
- Countries of operation for Cineworld Group plc
- Countries of operation for Vue International Bidco plc
- Countries of operation for Pathé Cinémas SASU
- Countries of operation for Kinepolis Group NV
- Countries of operation for Cineplex Deutschland GmbH & Co KG
- Countries of operation for Yelmo Films SL
- Countries of operation for Mars Sinema Turizm ve Sportif Tesisler Isletmeciligi AS
- Countries of operation for Helios SA
- Countries of operation for Circuito Cinema SRL
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Regulators determine the classification of productions. Each country has its own methods of classifying a production based on its suitability for audiences. Films with lots of violence or adult content may be limited to viewers over 18.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Cinemas in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
The pandemic has hit profit for European cinemas hard. The complete shutdown of cinemas in 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic caused major financial strain, leading some cinema chains to take drastic measures like refinancing and bankruptcy.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Cinemas in Europe industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and boottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2024)
- Business Growth (2024)
- Job Growth (2024)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2024)
- Imports/Demand (2024)
- Exports/Revenue (2024)
- Revenue per Employee (2024)
- Wages/Revenue (2024)
- Employees per Establishment (2024)
- Average Wage (2024)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
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