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Theaters bet $2.7 billion on upgrades to bring audiences back

Cinemas have poured $2.7 billion into amenities like recliners, full bars and 4D screenings over the past two years in an effort to boost attendance, Variety reports.

Published Oct 3, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT | LehighValleyLive

Movie theaters have spent $2.7 billion over the past two years on upgrades such as recliners, full bars and 4D screenings, according to Variety, as the industry bets that a better experience will bring more people through the door.