观众流失近2000万，五一档发生了什么？

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese film market experienced a significant decline during the May Day holiday, with total box office revenue of 730 million yuan, a decrease of 52% compared to the same period last year [3][6][21]. Box Office Performance - The total box office for the May Day holiday was 730 million yuan, with 18.62 million tickets sold, representing a loss of 1.919 million viewers compared to last year [6][7]. - The top films during this period included "Dumpling Queen" with 180 million yuan and "Hunting Gold" with 130 million yuan, indicating a lack of blockbuster hits [4][9]. - The average ticket price was 39.6 yuan, which is considered low for entertainment activities, raising questions about audience attendance [5][6]. Market Analysis - The current box office performance has returned to levels seen in 2017, despite an increase in the number of cinemas from 9,319 in 2017 to 12,913 in 2025, leading to a more severe decline in revenue per cinema [8][21]. - The absence of major commercial blockbusters during the May Day holiday is a critical factor in the poor box office performance, as previous years featured strong films that could stabilize the market [21][22]. Distribution and Competition - The May Day holiday saw 10 new films released, which created a crowded market environment, making it difficult for individual films to gain traction [11][21]. - The lack of star power and high-profile films contributed to low pre-sales, with total pre-sales for this year's May Day holiday just over 10 million yuan, compared to over 30 million yuan for a leading film last year [18][19]. Industry Challenges - The film industry is facing challenges from diversified entertainment options such as travel, gaming, and short videos, which are drawing audiences away from cinemas [23]. - The upcoming summer season is critical for the industry, as the success of the box office will depend on the release of more commercial films [24].