According to online platform data, as of 6:54 PM on March 1, 2026, the total annual box office revenue (including pre-sales) has surpassed 10 billion yuan, continuing to lead the global single-market box office chart. The total number of moviegoers in 2026 has reached 225 million, with a total screening count of 26.1 million shows. Ticket price reductions have effectively stimulated market vitality. Technological upgrades and iterations have continuously enhanced the appeal of big screens, also increasing people’s willingness to visit cinemas. Small tickets, driving large consumption. 10 billion is not only a milestone but also a new starting point. It signifies that China’s film market is advancing with greater vitality. (CCTV News)
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In 2026, the total box office revenue of movies surpassed 100 billion yuan, leading the global film market
According to online platform data, as of 6:54 PM on March 1, 2026, the total annual box office revenue (including pre-sales) has surpassed 10 billion yuan, continuing to lead the global single-market box office chart. The total number of moviegoers in 2026 has reached 225 million, with a total screening count of 26.1 million shows. Ticket price reductions have effectively stimulated market vitality. Technological upgrades and iterations have continuously enhanced the appeal of big screens, also increasing people’s willingness to visit cinemas. Small tickets, driving large consumption. 10 billion is not only a milestone but also a new starting point. It signifies that China’s film market is advancing with greater vitality. (CCTV News)