Why Gen Z is driving the box office

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FIRST SEEN2026-09-29 14:00 UTC

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01 THE MACHINE READ

WHY IT MATTERS.

Gen Z moviegoing strength supports box-office demand for studios and exhibitors.

Younger moviegoers underpin theatrical demand

CATALYST TO WATCH

Upcoming film slate performance

MAIN RISK

Streaming shift could erode attendance

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Gen Z is one of most active moviegoing demographics, attending more films per year than some older generations, according to data from Fandango. CNBC's Sarah Whitten has the details.

02 THE STORY SO FAR

THE RECORD, IN ORDER.

STANDALONE ITEM — NOT YET FOLDED INTO A DEVELOPING STORY.

03 WHO'S INVOLVED

ENTITIES ON FILE.

AFFECTEDWalt Disney · DIS

AFFECTEDConsumer

04 RECEIPTS

THE SOURCE RECORD.

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