Podcast #1182: The US Movie Box Office - An analysis
Release Date: 01/03/2025
HDTV Rewind April 22 2007 Episode #1
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I thought it would be fun to go back and listen to a few episodes from the "old" days. Thanks to Milton Scritsmier I now have access to our podcasts going back to 2007. Let me know if you would like me to continue
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Podcast #1197: Is GPMI the beginning of the end of HDMI?
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On this week’s show we look at a technology that could end HDMI. We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news. News: Other: Is GPMI the beginning of the end of HDMI? Over 50 Chinese companies including Hisense and TCL have joined forces to back an HDMI alternative called GPMI (General Purpose Media Interface). This new wired communication standard is designed to integrate multiple functionalities into a single cable, aiming to rival HDMI, DisplayPort, and Thunderbolt. The following are some key features: High Bandwidth for Data Transmission - GPMI Type-B:...
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Podcast #1196: Will AI Drive Home Automation into the Next Decade?
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On this week’s show look at five trends that are shaping home theaters in 2025 and we look at what will drive home automation into the next decade. Pulse we read your emails and take a look at the week’s news. News: Other: Here are Five Trends Shaping Home Theater Experiences in 2025: 1. Immersive Audio Systems: Dolby Atmos and DTS:X continue to dominate, with more homes adopting multi-dimensional sound setups. Ceiling speakers and soundbars with upward-firing drivers are increasingly popular, creating a cinema-like audio bubble. 2. 8K Resolution Adoption: While 4K remains...
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Podcast #1195: Could Tiled TVs Become the Future for Very Large Format Displays?
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On this week’s show we discuss whether physical media is making a comeback and could a Bezel-less OLED be the future of large format TVs. We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news. News: Other: Physical media is finally making a comeback, and here's the proof Despite a decline in overall physical media sales, which dipped below $1 billion in 2024, there are signs of resilience and growth in specific sectors. Major retailers like Best Buy and Target are phasing out physical media, but Sony's announcement of a new Blu-ray player, the UBP-X700/K, set for release in...
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Podcast #1194: Twenty Years of the HDTV and Home Theater Podcast
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On this week’s show we talk about 20 years of the HDTV and Home Theater Podcast! We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news. News: Apple to Launch HomeOS Later This Year Apple is set to have an exciting year in software development with significant updates planned for iOS 19, macOS 16, and iPadOS 19. However, the tech giant is also preparing to introduce a completely new operating system called ‘homeOS.’ This new platform will accompany the launch of a novel device dubbed the ‘HomePad,’ a smart display that blends features of the iPad and HomePod. The...
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Technical Issues - Please Stand By
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I had an issue with the creation of this week's show. I'll get it posted as soon as I can.
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Podcast #1193: Sony Develops Next-Generation Display System
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On this week’s show we look at where some Americans are spending nearly $100 a month on streaming services. We also look at some new tech from Sony that promises big improvements for LED TVs. All that plus your emails and the week’s news on this episode of the HDTV and Home Theater Podcast. News: Other: Many Americans Spend Over $100 per Month on Subscription Services A recent survey by Bango reveals that nearly 25% of Americans spend over $100 per month on subscription services, including streaming platforms and retail memberships like Amazon Prime. This trend marks a shift from...
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Podcast #1192: Can AI Help Pick Your Next Projector?
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On this week’s show we asked three different AI LLMs “What is the best home theater projector for less than $5000?”. And we sort of got an answer. We also read your emails and look at the week’s news. News: Other: Can AI Help Pick Your Next Projector? We asked three different AI LLMs “What is the best home theater projector for less than $5000?”. And we sort of got an answer. Chat GPT When looking for the best home theater projector under $5,000, several factors come into play, such as picture quality, brightness, resolution, and features like smart...
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Podcast #1191: Ten Innovations that have Transformed Our Home Theaters
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On this week’s show we review ten innovations we feel had the most impact on how we consume entertainment in our homes. We also read your emails and take a look at the week's news. News: Other: Digital Frame Digital Frame Ten Innovations that have Transformed Our Home Theaters Over the last decade, several innovations have significantly transformed the home theater experience. This week we will review ten innovations we feel had the most impact on how we consume entertainment in our homes. 4K HDR and 8K Resolution - The proliferation of 4K UHD content, along with High...
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Podcast #1190: Ford Patent - Apple HomePod 3 - DirecTV MySports Review
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On this week’s show we look at a Ford Motor patent that has potential implications for home entertainment. We preview a potential Homepod 3 and we finish off with a listener review of DirecTV MySports. We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news News: Others: Ford Seeks Patent For Multi-Vehicle Audio System Big tech companies like Apple file patents all the time. Some of these, like Apple’s patent for an AirPods case with a built-in display, or the one for an iPhone that folds in half, could easily become products if Apple thinks they’ll make money. But...
info_outlineOn this week’s show we look at whether we have seen peak streaming and we take an analytical look at the movie box office. We may have hit peak Hollywood in the 1990s and early 2000s. We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news.
News:
- Netflix smashes records with NFL double-header and Beyoncé Bowl on Christmas Day
- LG’s Transparent OLED TV Is Now On Sale
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Streaming Slows to a Trickle in 2025
An embarrassment of riches awaits television and film audiences in 2025, as projects that were delayed by a Hollywood strike in 2023 reach the small and big screens at last. New instalments of “Avatar”, “Mission: Impossible” and “Captain America” will jostle for attention at the cinema. At home, viewers will settle down for more of “The White Lotus” and the final chapter of “Stranger Things”. Full article here (Subscription Required)
Movie Box Office Receipts - An Analysis
You may have heard us say that the movie theater business is in decline. With streaming services and short theatrical release windows people are not going to movie theaters. Here’s a look at the Box Office Numbers and what has been driving them. These numbers and data were found on Box Office Mojo by IMDB and are for the original US release. For comparisons the dollars have been adjusted for inflation to 2024 dollars.
Top 5 Box Office Receipts:
Year Box Office 2024 $ #1 Release
- 2018 $11.8B $14.8 Black Panther
- 2016 $11.4 $15.0 Finding Dory
- 2019 $11.4 $14.1 Avengers:Endgame
- 2015 $11.1 $14.8 Jurassic World
- 2017 $11.0 $14.2 Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi
Last Five Years Box Office Receipts:
Year Box Office 2024 $ #1 Release
2024 $8.5 $8.5 Inside Out
2023 $8.9 $9.2 Barbie
2022 $7.4 $8.0 Top Gun: Maverick
2021 $4.5 $5.2 Spider-Man: No Way Home
2020 $2.1 $2.56 Bad Boys for Life
Highest Receipts when adjusted for Inflation:
Year Box Office 2024 $ #1 Release
2010 $10.6 $15.4 Avatar (Number 1 Grossing movie of all time)
2009 $10.6 $15.4 Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen
Original Star Wars:
1977 $443M $2.4B Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope
1980 $1,6 $6.1 Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back
1983 $2.7 $8.6 Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi
All Numbers below are for the original Release:
Avatar - (2010) $750M (2024) $1.1B
Avatar (Worldwide) - (2010) $2.7B (2024) $3.9B
Top Gun: Maverick - (2022) $719M (2024) $775M
Top Gun: Maverick (Worldwide) - (2022) $1.5B (2024) $1.6B
Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope - (1977) 307M (2024) $1.6B
Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (Worldwide) - (1977) 775M* (2024) $4.0B
- Box Office Mojo did not have worldwide numbers. We used the-numbers for this value.
Inflation Adjusted US Domestic Box Office for the last 25 years:
Summary:
In the late 1990s and early 2000s, the box office experienced significant growth, with yearly receipts reaching new heights. For instance, in 2002, domestic box office revenues hit a peak of approximately $16 billion when adjusted for inflation.
Since then, total box office receipts have fluctuated, especially reacting to global events, such as the 2008 financial crisis, which led to a decrease in consumer spending on entertainment.
The last two decades have seen a dominance of comic book adaptations and franchise films (e.g., Marvel Cinematic Universe, Star Wars, etc.) at the box office. These films often dominate annual box office charts, with some grossing over a billion dollars domestically.
Sequels, remakes, and adaptations became staples as studios sought safe investments. The trend has been reinforced by the success of properties with established fan bases.
The rise of streaming services (Netflix, Disney+, etc.) has changed how audiences consume films, often leading to decreased box office attendance for certain genres, particularly dramas and non-franchise films.
The pandemic and writers strike severely impacted the film industry, with theaters closing and productions halting. The domestic box office fell dramatically in 2020. This decline prompted many studios to rethink release strategies, leading to more simultaneous releases on streaming platforms.
Post-pandemic, there has been a gradual recovery, with some films performing exceptionally well, while smaller films continue to face challenges in recapturing pre-pandemic audience levels.