Paramount Proposes 30-Film-Year Theater Pact Ahead of WBD Merger Ruling
TL;DR
Paramount is reportedly pushing theater partners (with Regal and possibly AMC) to sign deals for about 30 films per year over three years, tied to a 45-day exclusive theatrical window and a 90-day streaming window. The moves aim to reassure exhibitors amid antitrust scrutiny of Paramount’s Warner Bros. Discovery merger, with penalties for breaches and potential consent decrees discussed. Cinema United opposes the merger, warning it could reduce film output and cost jobs. The antitrust case heads to trial in March 2027, and Paramount’s 2027–2028 film slate is cited alongside Warner Bros.’ figures in the discussion.
- Paramount Making Deals To Theaters For 30 Films A Year Post WBD Acquisition; Cinema United Still Anti-Merger Deadline
- Paramount Will Put 30-Film Pledge in Writing to Theater Chains Bloomberg.com
- Ellison Offers Theaters Contract Guarantee for Paramount-Warner Bros. 30-Film Annual Slate Variety
- Paramount Offers to Put David Ellison’s Annual 30-Film Theatrical Promise in Writing thewrap.com
- Regal Cinemas CEO Is Now Team Ellison, Too The Hollywood Reporter
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