REG-After a record first half, Kinepolis strengthens its lead in the third quarter
Globe Newswire•22/10/2026•01:00 ET
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Key Highlights
- ➤Visitor attendance +49.1% in Q3 2026, driven by summer films and U.S. expansion
- ➤Revenue per visitor increased, led by higher in-theatre sales and premium experiences
- ➤Kinepolis reported exceptional EBITDAL and net profit growth in Q3 and year-to-date
- ➤Kinepolis acquired US Showcase cinemas and is integrating Emagine and Showcase
- ➤IMAX 70mm Brussels screenings of ‘The Odyssey’ sold out through early November
Expert Statements
Eddy Duquenne, CEO of Kinepolis Group
“We are firmly on track for a record year, supported by a strong and promising year-end, with highly anticipated releases such as ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ and ‘Dune: Part Three’. The integration of Emagine and Showcase is progressing successfully and we remain disciplined in the execution of our yearly improvement exercise. At the same time, we continue to invest in and actively pursue opportunities to drive further growth, while consistently enhancing the moviegoing experience for our customers.”
After a record first half, Kinepolis strengthens its lead in the third quarter
Kinepolis delivered record results in the third quarter, recording a 49.1% increase in visitor attendance, driven by an exceptionally successful summer film slate and the expansion of its U.S. footprint. As a result, the Group further widened its lead over 2025, both in terms of attendance and financial performance.
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