Press Releases
2009
Thu, Jan 8, 2009
IMAX Corporation to present at the 11th Annual ICR XChange Conference
TORONTO , Jan. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) today announced that Greg Foster , Chairman and President, Filmed Entertainment , of IMAX Corporation , will present at the 11th Annual ICR XChange Conference on Wednesday, January 14th at 1:25pm Pacific Time (
Wed, Jan 14, 2009
IMAX Signs First Digital Theatre Deal in Russia
National Amusements' Rising Star Media Expands IMAX Network in Russia IMAX's Digital Projection System Continues to Drive Expansion in European Markets TORONTO , Jan. 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ: IMAX ; TSX: IMX) and Rising Star Media, a joint venture between National
Wed, Jan 21, 2009
Warner Bros. Pictures' The Dark Knight Returns to IMAX(R) theatres for encore presentation on January 23, 2009
Growth of IMAX Network Enables More Audiences in More Locations to Experience it in IMAX LOS ANGELES , Jan. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ: IMAX ; TSX: IMX) and Warner Bros. Pictures today announced that the box office smash hit The Dark Knight, which has grossed more than
Thu, Jan 22, 2009
IMAX Signs Theatre Deal in Taiwan
Country's Largest Exhibitor Enters IMAX Business with IMAX's Revolutionary Digital Projection Technology TORONTO , Jan. 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ: IMAX ; TSX: IMX) and VieShow Cinemas, the leading exhibitor in Taiwan , today announced an agreement to open an IMAX(R)
Thu, Feb 5, 2009
The Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience to have special one week only engagement in select IMAX(R) 3D theatres February 27, 2009
LOS ANGELES, CA, Feb 05, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- February 5 , 2009 - Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures and IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ: IMAX; TSX: IMX) today announced that the highly anticipated The Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience, directed by Bruce Hendricks (Hannah
Tue, Feb 10, 2009
IMAX Corporation to Present at the Roth 21st Annual OC Growth Conference
TORONTO , Feb. 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) today announced that Greg Foster , Chairman & President, Filmed Entertainment , of IMAX Corporation , will present at the Roth 2009 OC Growth Conference on Tuesday, February 17th at 1:00 pm Pacific Time ( 4:00 pm
Wed, Feb 11, 2009
Under the Sea 3D dives into IMAX(R) theatres February 13, 2009
The Next IMAX(R)3D Co-Production from Warner Bros. Pictures and IMAX Corporation Features Jim Carrey as Narrator and the World's most Mysterious Creatures of the Sea LOS ANGELES , Feb. 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Warner Bros. Pictures Inc. and IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq: IMAX ; TSX: IMX) today
Fri, Feb 13, 2009
IMAX Corporation replaces previously expired shelf registration statement
NEW YORK , Feb. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq: IMAX ; TSX: IMX) today announced that it has filed a universal shelf registration statement on Form S-3 with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"). This shelf registration replaces the Company's previous universal shelf
Tue, Feb 17, 2009
Warner Bros. Pictures and IMAX Report Strong Opening Box Office Results for Under the Sea 3D
--Rave Reviews, Stunning IMAX(R) 3D Images and Enthusiastic Audiences Make Waves in IMAX(R) Theatres LOS ANGELES, Feb 17, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Warner Bros. Pictures Inc. and IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq: IMAX; TSX: IMX) today announced that Under the Sea 3D, narrated by Jim Carrey,
Mon, Feb 23, 2009
Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience opens in select IMAX(R) 3D theatres February 27, 2009
LOS ANGELES , Feb. 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures and IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ: IMAX ; TSX: IMX) today announced that the highly anticipated Jonas Brothers : The 3D Concert Experience will open in select IMAX(R) 3D theatres, simultaneously with the film's wide
Mon, Mar 2, 2009
IMAX posts opening weekend box office results of Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience
LOS ANGELES , March 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures and IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ: IMAX ; TSX: IMX) today announced that Jonas Brothers : The 3D Concert Experience grossed $765,000 in select IMAX(R) 3D theatres, posting a per screen average of approximately $15,000
Tue, Mar 3, 2009
IMAX Corporation to announce fourth quarter fiscal 2008 financial results and host conference call
TORONTO, March 3, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) today announced it will hold its quarterly conference call to discuss fourth quarter 2008 financial results on Thursday, March 12, 2009, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.
Wed, Mar 4, 2009
Warner Bros. Pictures and Paramount Pictures International's Watchmen: The IMAX Experience opens in IMAX(R) theatres March 6, 2009
--Fan-base Buzz Drives Strong Advance Ticket Sales LOS ANGELES, March 4, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Warner Bros. Pictures, Paramount Pictures International and IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ: IMAX; TSX: IMX) today announced that Watchmen, Zack Snyder's highly anticipated film based on the
Thu, Mar 5, 2009
IMAX Corporation to Present at the Gabelli Inaugural Movie Conference
TORONTO, March 5, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) today announced that Richard L. Gelfond, Co-Chairman & Co-CEO of IMAX Corporation, will present at the Gabelli Inaugural Movie Conference on Thursday March 12th at 11:30 am Eastern Standard Time.
Mon, Mar 9, 2009
Watchmen: The IMAX experience posts strong opening box office results at IMAX(R) theatres
--Highlights include: - Worldwide IMAX box office totals $6.2 million - Second largest domestic IMAX opening at $5.4 million - Domestic IMAX per screen average of $43,863 LOS ANGELES, March 9, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Warner Bros. Pictures, Paramount Pictures International,
Thu, Mar 12, 2009
IMAX Corporation reports fourth quarter 2008 financial results
HIGHLIGHTS ---------- Company reports fourth quarter 2008 net loss per share of $0.21 , or loss per share of $0.11 excluding charges related to the Company's introduction of digital and launch of its joint revenue sharing initiative Company installed a total of 60 systems in 2008, including 46
Wed, Mar 25, 2009
IMAX Moviegoers Will Have A Monstrous IMAX(R) 3D Experience And Receive A Free Set Of Limited Edition Monsters vs. Aliens Trading Cards Starting March 27th
Special Trading Card Offer Available Only At Participating IMAX(R) Theatres On Opening Weekend LOS ANGELES , March 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ: IMAX ; TSX: IMX), in conjunction with Paramount Pictures and DreamWorks Animation, is pleased to offer moviegoers visiting
Thu, Mar 26, 2009
DreamWorks Animation's Monsters vs. Aliens Opens in IMAX(R) 3D Theatres on Friday, March 27
Monsters vs. Aliens to Show in Nearly 200 Locations Worldwide; Growth Enabled by Rollout of IMAX's Digital Projection System Film Posts Very Strong Early Opening in Russia and the Ukraine LOS ANGELES , March 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ:IMAX; TSX:IMX) today announced that
Mon, Mar 30, 2009
Dreamworks Animation's Monsters vs. Aliens Breaks Numerous IMAX Box Office Records on Opening Weekend
Highlights Include: Largest IMAX(R) 3D opening at $5.1 million IMAX's 143 screen release contributed nearly 9% of the box office on less than 2% of the screens 18 of the top 20 locations include IMAX screens Largest IMAX Saturday at $2.02 million LAS VEGAS, NV , March 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -
Tue, Mar 31, 2009
Disney's Alice in Wonderland to be Released to IMAX(R) 3D Theatres March 5, 2010
Studio Confirms Third of Five 3D Releases with IMAX LOS ANGELES, CA , March 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures and IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ: IMAX ; TSX: IMX) today announced that Alice in Wonderland, directed by Tim Burton and starring Johnny Depp as the Mad Hatter,
Mon, Apr 6, 2009
DreamWorks Animation's Monsters vs. Aliens posts strong second weekend results in IMAX(R) theatres
Highlights Include: Second weekend domestic IMAX ticket sales at $3.1 million IMAX contributes more than 9% of the overall domestic gross for the weekend on less than 2% of the screens LOS ANGELES , April 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ:IMAX; TSX:IMX) and DreamWorks Animation
Thu, Apr 23, 2009
IMAX signs theatre deal in China
Country's Largest Film Entity works with IMAX BEIJING , April 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ: IMAX ; TSX: IMX) and China Film Group Corporation today announced an agreement to open an IMAX(R) theatre in a new multiplex development in the city of Tianjin, China .
Tue, Apr 28, 2009
IMAX Corporation to announce first quarter fiscal 2009 financial results and host conference call
TORONTO , April 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) today announced it will hold its quarterly conference call to discuss first quarter 2009 financial results on Thursday, May 7, 2009 , at 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time . This call is being webcast by Thomson Financial and
Tue, Apr 28, 2009
Paramount Pictures' Star Trek opens in IMAX(R) theatres May 7, 2009
Director J.J. Abrams Beams Moviegoers on Board the USS Enterprise with The IMAX Experience(R) Limited Two-Week IMAX Run Has IMAX Theatres Operating Around the Clock LOS ANGELES , April 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Paramount Pictures and IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ: IMAX ; TSX: IMX) today announced that
Mon, May 4, 2009
IMAX Corporation to Host Analyst & Investor Day on May 13, 2009
NEW YORK, May 04, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ:IMAX)(TSX:IMX) today announced that it will host an analyst and investor day in New York City at the AMC Loews Lincoln Square on May 13, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. EDT. The event will be accessible to the public via live audio
Mon, May 4, 2009
IMAX(R) 3D Cameras Return to Space to Document Upgrade of the Hubble Space Telescope
NASA Selects Most Powerful Eye in Cinema to Chronicle Most Powerful Eye in Space Space Telescope Upgrade Mission to be Featured in Upcoming IMAX Film HUBBLE 3D LOS ANGELES , May 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ:IMAX; TSX:IMX), NASA ( National Aeronautics Space Administration )
Thu, May 7, 2009
IMAX Corporation reports first quarter 2009 financial results
HIGHLIGHTS ---------- Operating income increased to $2.0 million versus operating loss of $5.6 million last year Loss per share of $0.06 compares favorably to last year's loss per share of $0.25 Commercial theater network grows by 40% versus last year Continued system installations, joint revenue
Mon, May 11, 2009
Star Trek Shatters Virtually All Opening Weekend IMAX Box Office Records
IMAX Release Posts $9.6 Million Worldwide on Opening Weekend Moviegoers Flood IMAX(R) Theatres with Only Ten Days Left for IMAX Engagement Highlights include: Largest domestic opening at $8.5 million Domestic per screen average of approximately $62,000 LOS ANGELES , May 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -
Mon, May 18, 2009
Star Trek Posts Record-Breaking Second Weekend in IMAX(R) Theatres
IMAX Release Generates Approximately $5.3 Million During Second Weekend Global IMAX Cume Approaches $20 Million Milestone in Eleven Days LOS ANGELES , May 18 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ:IMAX; TSX:IMX) and Paramount Pictures today announced that Star Trek: The IMAX Experience,
Wed, May 20, 2009
Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian: The IMAX Experience opens in IMAX(R) theatres Friday, May 22, 2009
LOS ANGELES , May 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation and Twentieth Century Fox today announced that Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian, starring Ben Stiller , Amy Adams , Owen Wilson , Hank Azaria, Christopher Guest , Alain Chabat and Robin Williams and directed by Shawn Levy
Tue, May 26, 2009
Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian: The IMAX Experience posts strong opening weekend results
LOS ANGELES, CA , May 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ:IMAX; TSX:IMX) and Twentieth Century Fox today announced that Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian: The IMAX Experience opened with strong box office results on Memorial Day weekend, posting an estimated $5.4
Tue, Jun 2, 2009
IMAX Corporation Prices Common Share Offering
NEW YORK , June 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ:IMAX; TSX:IMX) announced today the pricing of its public offering of 9,800,000 common shares at $7.15 per share. Gross proceeds from the offering are expected to be approximately $70.1 million .
Fri, Jun 5, 2009
IMAX Corporation Closes 9.8 Million Common Share Offering
NEW YORK , June 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ:IMAX; TSX:IMX) announced today the closing of its previously announced public offering of 9,800,000 of its common shares at $7.15 per share. Gross proceeds from the offering were $70.1 million .
Fri, Jun 5, 2009
Transformers: Revenge Of The Fallen Opens In IMAX(R) Theatres On June 24, 2009
One of the Summer's Most Highly Anticipated Blockbusters Features Scenes Filmed With IMAX Cameras Tickets On Sale Now LOS ANGELES , June 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ: IMAX ; TSX: IMX), DreamWorks Pictures and Paramount Pictures today announced that Transformers: Revenge of
Mon, Jun 8, 2009
IMAX Corporation to Present at the UBS Global Technology and Services Conference
TORONTO, June 8, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) today announced that Richard L. Gelfond, Chief Executive Officer of IMAX Corporation, will present at the UBS Global Technology and Services Conference 2009 on Wednesday, June 10th at 10:00 am
Tue, Jun 9, 2009
IMAX Corporation Announces Repurchase of Certain Outstanding Bonds
NEW YORK , June 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ:IMAX; TSX:IMX) announced today that it has repurchased $44.3 million of its 9.625% Senior Notes due December 1, 2010 , at $0.9775 cents on the dollar. IMAX Chief Executive Officer Richard L.
Tue, Jun 16, 2009
IMAX and Huayi Bros. to Release First Chinese Event Films In IMAX's Format
Renowned Director Feng Xiaogang's "Aftershock" to be digitally re-mastered into The IMAX Experience(R) and released internationally in July 2010 SHANGHAI , June 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ: IMAX ; TSX: IMX) and Huayi Bros. Media Corporation Ltd.
Tue, Jun 16, 2009
IMAX Signs Theatre Deal With Big Cinemas in India
BIG Cinemas' Flagship IMAX(R) Theatre Will Feature IMAX's First Digital Projection System in India TORONTO , June 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ: IMAX ; TSX: IMX) and BIG Cinemas, a division of Adlabs Films Ltd , a Reliance ADA Group company and India's largest entertainment
Mon, Jun 22, 2009
IMAX Signs Theatre Deal with ODEON Cinemas
Europe's Largest Exhibitor Expands its IMAX Network in the United Kingdom Following Success of New IMAX Digital Locations TORONTO , June 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ:IMAX; TSX:IMX) and ODEON & UCI Cinemas Group , Europe's largest exhibitor, today announced an agreement to
Mon, Jun 22, 2009
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Posts Strong International Opening Results in IMAX(R) Theatres
New IMAX Theatre in Japan Ranks as Number One Screen in Country LOS ANGELES , June 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ: IMAX ; TSX: IMX), Paramount Pictures and DreamWorks Pictures today announced that Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen: The IMAX Experience, directed by Michael
Tue, Jun 23, 2009
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen: The Imax Experience Posts Strong Advance Ticket Sales
--Network wide Sold Out Shows and Strong International Openings Demonstrate Film's Buzz LOS ANGELES, June 23, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ: IMAX; TSX: IMX), DreamWorks Pictures and Paramount Pictures today announced advance ticket sales totaling over $3 million
Wed, Jun 24, 2009
IMAX Signs Two-Theatre Deal With Aliance Entertainment
Exhibitor to Install IMAX's Digital Projection System in New Multiplex Developments TORONTO , June 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ: IMAX ; TSX: IMX) and Aliance Entertainment , an Indiana -based exhibitor, today announced an agreement to install IMAX(R) theatres in two of the
Thu, Jun 25, 2009
IMAX Corporation Announces Full Exercise of Over-allotment Option
NEW YORK , June 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ:IMAX; TSX:IMX) announced today that the underwriter of its recently completed public offering has exercised in full its option to purchase an additional 1,470,000 common shares at the public offering price of $7.15 per share.
Thu, Jun 25, 2009
IMAX appoints Gary Moss Chief Operating Officer
TORONTO , June 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq: IMAX ; TSX: IMX) today announced the appointment of Gary Moss to the newly created position of Chief Operating Officer, effective July 20th, 2009 . Based in Toronto , Mr. Moss will be primarily responsible for overseeing the
Fri, Jun 26, 2009
IMAX Corporation Closes Over-Allotment Option
NEW YORK, NY , June 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ:IMAX; TSX:IMX) announced today that it closed the sale of an additional 1,470,000 of its common shares at the public offering price of $7.15 per share pursuant to the over-allotment option exercised in full by the underwriter
Mon, Jun 29, 2009
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen: The IMAX Experience Posts Biggest Opening in IMAX History
--IMAX(R) Theatres Generate $18.3 Million of Film's Worldwide Total Highlights Include: - Domestic per screen average of $85,000 for the first five days - 18 of the top 20 domestic locations housed an IMAX(R) theatre - Biggest single-day domestic gross of $3.9 million - Biggest five-day domestic
Mon, Jul 6, 2009
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen: The IMAX Experience Hits $30 Million Milestone in a Record 12 Days
--Strong Second Weekend Propels IMAX Release Past $30 Million Mark Globally IMAX Release Generates More Than 10% of the Film's Total Box Office on Less Than 2% of the Screens LOS ANGELES, July 5, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ: IMAX; TSX: IMX) today announced
Wed, Jul 15, 2009
IMAX Corporation Announces Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince to Open in 62 IMAX(R) Theatres Internationally Day-and-Date, Opening Weekend
Explosive Opening Sequence to be Featured Exclusively in IMAX(R) 3D LOS ANGELES, CA , July 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ: IMAX ; TSX: IMX) and Warner Bros. Pictures today announced that Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince: The IMAX 3D Experience is the widest IMAX
Tue, Jul 21, 2009
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Posts Record International Opening Results in IMAX(R) Theatres
Biggest Five-Day International Gross of $3.6 million Biggest International Wednesday Opening of $570,000 Biggest International Single-Day Gross for an IMAX DMR(R) Title of $875,000 161 Domestic IMAX Locations to Open July 29th LOS ANGELES, CA , July 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation
Wed, Jul 22, 2009
Warner Bros. Pictures' Where the Wild Things Are to be released in IMAX
IMAX Audiences to Experience Spike Jonze's Highly Anticipated Adaptation of Maurice Sendak's Classic Book LOS ANGELES , July 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Warner Bros. Pictures and IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ: IMAX ; TSX: IMX) today announced that Where the Wild Things Are, directed by Spike Jonze
Thu, Jul 23, 2009
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen: The IMAX Experience crosses $40 million milestone
IMAX Release Shows Strong Legs, Generating More Than 8.5% of the Film's Domestic Total Box Office on Less Than 2% of the Screens as it Enters Final Week LOS ANGELES , July 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ: IMAX ; TSX: IMX) today announced that the Paramount Pictures release
Fri, Jul 24, 2009
IMAX Corporation to announce second quarter fiscal 2009 financial results and host conference call
TORONTO , July 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) today announced it will hold its quarterly conference call to discuss second quarter 2009 financial results on Thursday, August 6, 2009 , at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time . This call is being webcast by Thomson Financial
Mon, Jul 27, 2009
IMAX and VieShow Cinemas Sign Multi-Theatre Deal
Country's Largest Exhibitor Adds Six Digital IMAX(R) Theatres Following Success of First Location TORONTO , July 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ: IMAX ; TSX: IMX) and VieShow Cinemas, the leading exhibitor in Taiwan , today announced an agreement to open six additional IMAX(R)
Wed, Jul 29, 2009
Sony Pictures Animation's Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs to be released in IMAX(R) 3D
LOS ANGELES , July 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Sony Pictures Animation and IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ: IMAX ; TSX: IMX) today announced that Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs, an adaptation of the bestselling children's book written by Judi Barrett and illustrated by Ron Barrett , written for the
Mon, Aug 3, 2009
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Posts Strong Domestic Opening Results in IMAX(R) Theatres
LOS ANGELES, Aug 3, 2009 (GlobeNewswire via COMTEX) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) and Warner Bros. Pictures today announced that the wide domestic release of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince: An IMAX 3D Experience opened with strong box office results, generating a five day
Thu, Aug 6, 2009
IMAX Corporation Reports Second Quarter 2009 Financial Results
HIGHLIGHTS ---------- IMAX returns to profitability; reports second quarter net income of $2.6 million , or $0.05 per diluted share Second quarter revenue of $41.0 million nearly doubles last year's second quarter Strengthens balance sheet with successful equity offering that generated $76.3
Fri, Aug 7, 2009
Under the Sea 3D Catches a Second Wave in IMAX(R) Theatres
Critically Acclaimed IMAX(R) 3D Co-Production From Warner Bros. Pictures and IMAX Corporation Returns for a Special Limited Time Engagement LOS ANGELES , Aug. 7, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Warner Bros. Pictures and IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) today announced that Under the Sea 3D,
Tue, Aug 11, 2009
IMAX Corporation Prices Offering of Common Shares
NEW YORK , Aug. 11, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) announced today the pricing of its public offering of 5,882,353 of its common shares at $8.50 per share. Gross proceeds from the offering are expected to be approximately $50 million .
Mon, Aug 17, 2009
IMAX Corporation Closes Offering of Common Shares
NEW YORK , Aug. 17, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) announced today the closing of the public offering of 5,882,353 of its common shares at a public offering price of $8.50 per share. Gross proceeds from the offering were approximately $50 million .
Mon, Aug 31, 2009
IMAX Corporation Closes Over-Allotment Option
NEW YORK , Aug. 31, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) announced today that it closed the sale of an additional 882,353 of its common shares at the public offering price of $8.50 per share pursuant to the over-allotment option exercised in full by the underwriter of
Thu, Sep 3, 2009
IMAX Corporation to Present At the Bank of America-Merrill Lynch 2009 Media, Communications & Entertainment Conference
NEW YORK , Sept. 3, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) today announced that Richard L. Gelfond , Chief Executive Officer of IMAX Corporation , and Greg Foster , Chairman & President, Filmed Entertainment of IMAX Corporation , will present at the Bank of
Tue, Sep 8, 2009
Hubble 3D to Reveal Unprecedented Views of the Universe in IMAX(R) Theatres Starting March 19, 2010
Audiences to Accompany Spacewalking Astronauts as They Perform the Final Upgrade to the Hubble Space Telescope LOS ANGELES , Sept. 8, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX), and Warner Bros. Pictures today announced that Hubble 3D will be released exclusively in IMAX(R)
Tue, Sep 8, 2009
IMAX Corporation Updates Presentation Time At Bank of America-Merrill Lynch 2009 Media, Communications & Entertainment Conference
NEW YORK , Sept. 8, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) today announced that the time of its presentation at the Bank of America-Merrill Lynch 2009 Media, Communications & Entertainment Conference has changed due to a change in the conference schedule. Richard L.
Thu, Sep 10, 2009
IMAX Signs Multi-Theatre Deal in China
Leading Chinese Entertainment Developer and Exhibitor Taps Into Expanded IMAX Programming With Four Theatres Planned TORONTO , Sept. 10, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) and Guangzhou Jinyi Film & Television Group , Co., Ltd., a leading entertainment developer and
Fri, Sep 11, 2009
IMAX Corporation to Present At the Roth Media/Software Investor Event
NEW YORK, Sep 11, 2009 (GlobeNewswire via COMTEX) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) announced today that Richard L. Gelfond, Chief Executive Officer, and Joseph Sparacio, Chief Financial Officer, will present at the Roth Media/Software Investor Event on Wednesday, September 16th at 9:00am
Tue, Sep 15, 2009
Columbia Pictures' Spider-Man(R) 4 to be Released as IMAX Film On May 6, 2011
Spider-Man Series Returns to IMAX(R) Theatres following Success of Previous 2 Installments Spider-Man 4 Marks First Title Announced for IMAX 2011 Film Slate LOS ANGELES , Sept. 15 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) and Columbia Pictures today announced that the
Thu, Sep 17, 2009
Tron: Legacy to be Released as IMAX(R) 3D Film On December 17, 2010
LOS ANGELES , Sept. 17, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures and IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) today announced that Tron: Legacy, the intense, high-tech 3D adventure starring Jeff Bridges , Garrett Hedlund and Olivia Wilde , will be released to IMAX(R) theatres in
Sat, Sep 19, 2009
Sony Pictures Animation's Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs: An IMAX 3D Experience Lands in 127 IMAX(R) Theatres On September 18th
LOS ANGELES , Sept. 18, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sony Pictures Animation and IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) today announced that Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs: An IMAX 3D Experience will open in 127 IMAX(R) theatres domestically and 11 IMAX theatres internationally starting today.
Mon, Sep 21, 2009
Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs Posts Strong Opening Results in IMAX
Highlights Include: 17 of the top 20 locations included IMAX(R) theatres Film marks biggest September opening for IMAX Sony Pictures Animation family film opens #1 with $30.4 million LOS ANGELES , Sept. 21, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) today announced that
Wed, Sep 23, 2009
IMAX Corporation to Present At the Thomas Weisel Partners Consumer Conference 2009
NEW YORK , Sept. 23, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) announced today that Richard L. Gelfond , Chief Executive Officer, will present at the Thomas Weisel Partners Consumer Conference 2009 on Thursday, October 1st at 3:15pm Eastern Time .
Fri, Sep 25, 2009
Sony Pictures Releasing to Distribute Michael Jackson's THIS IS IT to Digital IMAX(R) Theatres Beginning October 28, 2009
Release Includes Digital IMAX Theatres Internationally, With Evening Showtimes Domestically Tickets Go On Sale This Sunday LOS ANGELES , Sept. 25, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) and Sony Pictures Releasing today announced that the highly-anticipated motion picture
Wed, Sep 30, 2009
Statement By IMAX Corporation
NEW YORK , Sept. 30, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) today commented that a false press release was issued that stated IMAX was being acquired by The Walt Disney Company . The Company has not been acquired, nor is it in discussions with The Walt Disney Company
Thu, Oct 1, 2009
Chistopher Nolan's Inception to be Released as IMAX Film On July 16, 2010
Warner Bros. Pictures Reunites Dark Knight Director With IMAX for His Next Big Movie Multiple Oscar(R) Nominee Leonardo DiCaprio Set to Make His IMAX Screen Debut LOS ANGELES , Oct. 1, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) and Warner Bros.
Fri, Oct 2, 2009
IMAX Corporation Announces Redemption of Additional $75 Million of 9 5/8% Senior Notes Due December 2010
NEW YORK , Oct. 2, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) announced today that it has given notice of the redemption of $75 million principal amount of its 9 5/8% Senior Notes due December 1, 2010 (the "Notes"). The redemption notice stipulates a redemption date of
Mon, Oct 12, 2009
IMAX and ODEON Cinemas Expand Partnership
Europe's Largest Exhibitor Adds Another IMAX(R) Theatre Following Success of IMAX Digital Locations and Growing IMAX Film Slate TORONTO , Oct. 12, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) and ODEON & UCI Cinemas Group , Europe's largest exhibitor, today announced an
Tue, Oct 20, 2009
Warner Bros. Pictures' Where the Wild Things Are Posts Strong Opening Box Office Results in IMAX(R) Theatres
Film Marks Biggest IMAX Fall Opening LOS ANGELES , Oct. 19, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Warner Bros. Pictures and IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX: IMX) today announced that Where the Wild Things Are, directed by Spike Jonze (Adaptation, Being John Malkovich) and produced by Playtone ( Tom Hanks
Tue, Oct 20, 2009
IMAX and Europalaces/Pathe Expand Joint Venture Partnership
Top Exhibitor to Install IMAX's Digital Projection System in Three Locations in the Netherlands First Two Locations Scheduled to Open in Time for IMAX(R) 3D Release of James Cameron's Avatar in December TORONTO , Oct. 20, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) and Pathe
Thu, Oct 22, 2009
IMAX Corporation to Announce Third Quarter Fiscal 2009 Financial Results & Host Conference Call
TORONTO --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 22, 2009-- IMAX Corporation (NASDAQ:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) today announced it will hold its quarterly conference call to discuss third quarter 2009 financial results on Thursday, November 5, 2009 , at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time . This call is being webcast by Thomson Financial
Mon, Oct 26, 2009
Michael Jackson's This Is It Opens in Select IMAX(R) Theatres for Limited Engagement Beginning October 28, 2009
Film's Soundtrack Has Been Re-Mastered to Take Advantage of IMAX's Powerful 14,000-Watt Sound System LOS ANGELES , Oct. 26, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) and Sony Pictures Releasing today announced that the highly-anticipated motion picture Michael Jackson's THIS
Wed, Nov 4, 2009
Disney's A Christmas Carol Opens in IMAX(R) Theatres on November 6, 2009
Epic Fantasy From Director Robert Zemeckis and Starring Jim Carrey Comes to Life in IMAX(R) 3D Film to Play in Record Number of IMAX(R) Theatres LOS ANGELES, Nov. 4, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) and Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures today announced that
Thu, Nov 5, 2009
IMAX Corporation Receives Commitment Letter From Wachovia With Participation of Export Development Canada for New $75 Million Credit Facility
New Facility Extends to October 2013 and Will Allow for Increased Borrowing Capacity Company Intends to Redeem Remaining Senior Notes by Year-end TORONTO , Nov. 5, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) today announced that it has entered into a commitment letter with
Thu, Nov 5, 2009
IMAX Corporation Reports Third Quarter 2009 Financial Results; Receives Commitment Letter for $75 Million Credit Facility
HIGHLIGHTS ---------- Third Quarter EPS of $0.02 Per Diluted Share Includes $0.06 Charge Due Primarily to Increased Share Price Third Quarter Revenue Increases 33% to $43.6 Million Company Receives $75 Million Commitment Letter From Wachovia Capital Finance Corporation TORONTO , Nov.
Mon, Nov 9, 2009
Disney's A Christmas Carol Opens Strong in IMAX(R) Theatres
IMAX(R) Theatres Deliver 14% of the Film's Overall Domestic Box Office on Approximately 3% of the Screens LOS ANGELES , Nov. 9, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) and Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures today announced that Disney's A Christmas Carol, the spectacular
Mon, Nov 16, 2009
IMAX Corporation Enters Into New $75 Million Credit Facility
New Facility Extends to October 2013 and Allows for Increased Borrowing Capacity Company Announces Redemption of All Remaining Senior Notes by December 21, 2009 TORONTO , Nov. 16, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) today announced that it has entered into a new credit
Mon, Nov 16, 2009
IMAX Corporation Executives Adopt 10b5-1 Trading Plans
NEW YORK , Nov. 16, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) today announced that its Chief Executive Officer, Richard L. Gelfond , and its Chairman, Bradley J. Wechsler , have adopted stock trading plans in accordance with Rule 10b5-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of
Mon, Nov 16, 2009
Disney's A Christmas Carol Continues Strong Performance During Second Weekend in IMAX(R) Theatres
IMAX Release Crosses $10 Million Mark in 9 Days LOS ANGELES , Nov. 16, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) and Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures today announced that Disney's A Christmas Carol, the spectacular Disney Digital 3D(TM) holiday release
Tue, Dec 1, 2009
Disney's A Christmas Carol: An IMAX 3D Experience Crosses $20 Million Mark
IMAX Release Shows Strong Attendance Heading Into Final Three Weeks LOS ANGELES, Nov 30, 2009 (GlobeNewswire via COMTEX) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) and Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures today announced that Disney's A Christmas Carol, the spectacular Disney Digital 3D(TM) holiday
Wed, Dec 2, 2009
IMAX Corporation to Present at Wedbush Securities 10th Annual California Dreamin' MAC Conference
NEW YORK, Dec 2, 2009 (GlobeNewswire via COMTEX) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) today announced that Joseph Sparacio, CFO of IMAX Corporation, will present at the Wedbush Securities 10th Annual California Dreamin' Management Access Conference on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at 8:45 am
Wed, Dec 9, 2009
Summit Entertainment to Distribute The Twilight Saga: Eclipse to IMAX(R) Theatres Beginning June 30, 2010
LOS ANGELES , Dec. 9, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) and Summit Entertainment announced today that The Twilight Saga: Eclipse, the third film in the studio's Twilight franchise, will be released to IMAX(R) theatres simultaneously with the film's launch on June 30,
Mon, Dec 14, 2009
James Cameron's Avatar to Open in Record Number of IMAX(R) Theatres on December 18, 2009
Academy Award-Winning Director and Twentieth Century Fox Enlist IMAX(R) 3D to Complete Format Menu for Moviegoers LOS ANGELES , Dec. 14, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) and Twentieth Century Fox today announced that James Cameron's Avatar will open in 178 IMAX(R)
Fri, Dec 18, 2009
Disney's Toy Story 3 to be Released in IMAX(R) 3D on June 18, 2010
Movie Marks Fourth Disney/IMAX 3D Release in Multi-Picture Partnership; First Pixar and IMAX(R) 3D Title LOS ANGELES, Dec 18, 2009 (GlobeNewswire via COMTEX) -- IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) and Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures today announced that Toy Story 3, the third installment
Mon, Dec 21, 2009
James Cameron's Avatar Posts Record Opening Weekend Box Office Results in IMAX(R) Theatres
Highlights Include: * Largest domestic opening weekend of $9.5 million * Largest international opening weekend of an estimated $4.1 million * Exhibitors are adding extra IMAX shows to meet demand * IMAX theatres were in 18 of the top 20 locations nationwide LOS ANGELES, Dec.
Mon, Dec 28, 2009
James Cameron's Avatar Continues to Shatter IMAX Box Office Records
IMAX Release Races to $39 million Worldwide in Ten Days Highlights Include: Domestic second weekend gross of approximately $8.8 million International second weekend gross of approximately $3.6 million IMAX(R) theatres were in 17 of the top 20 locations nationwide LOS ANGELES, Dec.