Major Studios Shave Film Slate Costs By 2.8% To Help Boost Profit By 36.8%

Markit· May 29, 2026 · 8:10 AM UTC ·2 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 12 views

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Major studios have reduced their film slate costs by 2.8% in an effort to increase profits. This strategic move has resulted in a notable profit boost of 36.8%. The studios released a total of 97 films in 2025, marking the highest output since the pandemic began.

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▪The major studios released 97 films in theaters in 2025, the largest number since the COVID-19 pandemic.
▪Of the 97 films, 19 were re-releases while 78 were new films.
▪The cost reduction of 2.8% helped boost profits by 36.8%.

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