2024 Box Office Recovers Despite Strike Impact and Shifts in Audience Trends

Domestic ticket sales reached $8.75 billion, down 3% from 2023, as Hollywood adapted to a disrupted release schedule and evolving viewer preferences.

The Hollywood strikes of 2023 caused significant disruptions to the 2024 release calendar, delaying major films and impacting box office momentum, particularly in the first half of the year.
Disney dominated the year, contributing $2.2 billion in domestic box office revenue, with hits like 'Inside Out 2,' 'Deadpool & Wolverine,' and 'Moana 2' among the top earners.
PG-rated family films, including animated sequels, performed exceptionally well, accounting for approximately 33% of the year's total box office revenue.
Re-releases of classic films, such as 'Interstellar' and 'Coraline,' proved popular, highlighting the enduring appeal of the theatrical experience even for widely available home titles.
Looking ahead, the industry is optimistic about 2025, with over 110 films projected to open on more than 2,000 screens, signaling a potential return to pre-pandemic levels of production and attendance.