The finale screening of the popular Netflix series “Stranger Things” achieved exceptional revenue ranging between 25 and 28 million dollars, according to informed sources.
Although it is difficult to pinpoint the exact numbers due to differing pricing strategies among cinema chains, the results were astonishing, as the show’s creators announced the sale of 1.1 million attendance vouchers.
For its part, the AMC chain revealed that it alone made 15 million dollars from more than 753,000 people who purchased food and beverage credits as part of their admission tickets, with each voucher valued at 20 dollars.
These numbers serve as a lifeline for the cinema sector, which suffered a disappointing year in 2024, with domestic sales reaching only about 8.9 billion dollars, a figure far below pre-pandemic levels which exceeded 11 billion.
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The year 2025 concluded its days with strong successes like “Avatar: Fire and Ash” and “The Housemaid,” before “Stranger Things” arrived with its two-hour finale to add a spectacular touch of success on New Year’s Eve.
A Complex Relationship and a Promising Future
The relationship between Netflix and cinema owners has been characterized by complexity, especially with exhibitors previously rejecting the platform’s policies which do not adhere to the traditional “theatrical window” before a work is released for home viewing. Concerns are growing with news of Netflix’s plans to acquire Warner Bros., which could shorten the period between theatrical and digital platform releases.
However, the CEO of AMC expressed great optimism, stating that his company is excited to present more Netflix content on the big screen.
He described the working relationship between the two companies as “easy, innovative, and smooth,” confirming that discussions have already begun to determine the upcoming programs that will make their way from phone screens to massive theater halls.
Netflix
Netflix is an American subscription-based streaming service founded in 1997, originally as a DVD-by-mail rental company. It revolutionized the entertainment industry by pioneering a streaming model in 2007, leading to its current status as a major global producer and distributor of films and television series.
Stranger Things
“Stranger Things” is a popular American science fiction horror television series created by the Duffer Brothers, first released on Netflix in 2016. Set primarily in the fictional town of Hawkins, Indiana, during the 1980s, the show’s plot involves supernatural events and secret government experiments connected to an alternate dimension called the Upside Down.
AMC
AMC, or the American Multi-Cinema chain, is a major movie theater company founded in 1920 in Kansas City, Missouri. It pioneered the multiplex theater concept in the 1960s and grew to become one of the world’s largest cinema operators.
Lupin
“Lupin” is a fictional gentleman thief and master of disguise created by French writer Maurice Leblanc, first appearing in 1905. The character, Arsène Lupin, is a cultural icon in French literature, known for his wit, moral complexity, and adventures that often pit him against detectives like Sherlock Holmes.
Avatar: Fire and Ash
“Avatar: Fire and Ash” is not a real-world historical or cultural site, but rather a fan-created concept or story set within the universe of the “Avatar: The Last Airbender” franchise. It typically explores fictional events, such as conflicts or narratives involving firebending and destruction, that expand upon the show’s established lore and characters.
The Housemaid
“The Housemaid” is a 1960 South Korean psychological thriller film directed by Kim Ki-young. It is a landmark work in Korean cinema, renowned for its intense critique of the country’s rapid modernization and shifting class dynamics in the post-war era. The film’s history and enduring influence were solidified when it was restored and re-released in 2008, introducing it to a new global audience.
Warner Bros.
Warner Bros. is a major American film and entertainment studio founded in 1923 by brothers Harry, Albert, Sam, and Jack Warner. It grew from a small family business into a Hollywood powerhouse, pioneering synchronized sound in film with “The Jazz Singer” (1927) and producing countless iconic movies, television series, and franchises.
CinemaCon
CinemaCon is an annual convention for the global film industry, held in Las Vegas, where major studios showcase upcoming films and theater owners view the latest cinema technology. It was established in 2011 as the successor to the long-running ShoWest convention, which began in 1975, serving as a key trade event for exhibition and distribution professionals.
