Zheng Quan Shi Bao Wang·2025-05-29 08:26Industry Overview - In 2024, the number of operating cinemas in China reached 13,337, a historical high, despite a backdrop of declining box office revenues, leading to intensified market competition [1] - The total number of screens in operation in 2024 reached 81,500, surpassing 80,000 for the first time [1] - The number of newly built cinemas in 2024 was 1,026, representing a year-on-year growth of 19.9% [1] Company Developments - Wanda Film reported opening 7 new cinemas in 2024, maintaining a total of 892 cinemas and 7,435 screens by the end of the year [2] - Hengdian Film announced the opening of 29 new asset-linked cinemas in 2024, bringing its total to 541 cinemas [2] - Happiness Blue Sea opened 2 new cinemas in 2024, with plans to sign 5 new cinema projects [3] Strategic Adjustments - Hengdian Film is optimizing its cinema construction and development strategies to enhance the scale, quality, and profitability of its direct-operated cinemas [3] - Wanda Film plans to adjust its cinema development strategy based on market conditions, with a goal to open 20 to 25 new direct-operated cinemas in 2025 [4] - Companies are focusing on improving operational efficiency and closing underperforming cinemas to mitigate risks [3]