The world’s largest cinema chain, which owns Odeon Cinemas, has said it will refuse to screen any Universal Pictures films in a row over the future of theatrical releases. Its theatrical run was cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Speaking to the Wall Street Journal, he said Universal, known for blockbuster franchises including Fast & Furious and Jurassic World films, may release movies in both formats even when cinemas reopen following the outbreak. The response from Adam Aron, the boss of the cinema chain AMC, who accused the company of wanting to “have its cake and eat it too.” He said AMC will not licence any Universal film in its 1,000 theatres around the world.