Sony Pictures Entertainment Acquires Alamo Drafthouse Cinema: A Hollywood Studio Owns a Movie Theater for the First Time in 73 Years

Austin, Texas United States of America
Acquisition comes after termination of Paramount Consent Decrees in 2020, allowing film distributors to own theaters again
Alamo Drafthouse faced financial challenges leading to Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2021, acquisition provides a stable future
Alamo Drafthouse to continue operating under its own brand and leadership
First Hollywood studio ownership of a movie theater since 1948 US Supreme Court ruling
Netflix and Amazon also recently purchased cinemas, signaling industry innovation and commitment to theatrical experience
Sony Pictures Entertainment acquires Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
Sony Pictures Entertainment Acquires Alamo Drafthouse Cinema: A Hollywood Studio Owns a Movie Theater for the First Time in 73 Years

In a significant move, Sony Pictures Entertainment has acquired Alamo Drafthouse Cinema in a deal that marks the first time since the 1948 U.S. Supreme Court ruling that a Hollywood studio owns a movie theater in the United States.

Alamo Drafthouse, which was founded in Austin by Tim and Karrie League in 1997, will continue to operate its 35 cinemas across 25 metro areas under its own brand. The acquisition includes Alamo-owned Fantastic Fest, a renowned genre film festival.

Sony Pictures Entertainment will oversee the theaters under a new division called Sony Pictures Experiences. Current CEO Michael Kustermann will remain in his role, and Alamo's distinctive movie-dining experience is expected to be preserved.

The acquisition comes after the termination of the Paramount Consent Decrees in 2020, which forced film distributors to sell their theater holdings. With numerous ways for viewers to watch films today, these decrees were reversed by the Department of Justice.

Netflix and Amazon are among other movie distributors that have purchased cinemas recently. Sony Pictures Entertainment's acquisition of Alamo Drafthouse is a testament to their commitment to the theatrical experience and innovation in the industry.

Alamo Drafthouse has faced financial challenges, having filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2021. The acquisition by Sony Pictures Entertainment provides a stable future for this Austin institution.

Tim League, Alamo Drafthouse's founder, expressed his excitement about joining forces with Sony Pictures Entertainment. He stated that the companies share a deep respect and understanding of cinema's ability to drive growth and create lasting cultural impact.

The acquisition is expected to have no significant impact on Alamo Drafthouse's workforce. Michael Kustermann will continue as CEO, reporting to Ravi Ahuja, president and COO of Sony Pictures Entertainment.


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  • What impact will the acquisition have on Alamo Drafthouse's workforce?

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Sony buys Alamo Drafthouse Cinema

The Verge Jay Peters Wednesday, 12 June 2024 19:10
  • Unique Points
    • Sony Pictures Entertainment has acquired Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
    • Acquisition will be overseen by a new Sony Pictures Experiences division
    • Alamo will continue to operate 35 cinemas under its own brand
    • Current CEO Michael Kustermann will remain in his role
    • Fantastic Fest film festival will still be operated by Alamo
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    • ]Sony Pictures Entertainment has acquired Alamo Drafthouse Cinema[
    • Alamo Drafthouse will continue to operate 35 cinemas under its own brand
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Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas Sells to Sony Pictures Entertainment

Variety Brent Lang Wednesday, 12 June 2024 18:00
  • Unique Points
    • Sony Pictures Entertainment has acquired Alamo Drafthouse Cinema from owners Altamont Capital Partners, Fortress Investment Group and its founder Tim League.
    • Alamo Drafthouse-owned Fantastic Fest, its popular genre film festival, is included in the acquisition and will also continue to be operated by Alamo Drafthouse.
    • Michael Kustermann will remain CEO of Alamo Drafthouse and head Sony Pictures Experiences, reporting to Ravi Ahuja, president and COO of Sony Pictures Entertainment.
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    • ]Sony Pictures Entertainment has acquired Alamo Drafthouse Cinema[
    • Alamo Drafthouse will continue to operate under its own brand
    • Michael Kustermann will remain CEO of Alamo Drafthouse and head Sony Pictures Experiences
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Alamo Drafthouse, an Austin institution, is bought by Sony Pictures

KUT Public Media Katy McAfee Wednesday, 12 June 2024 22:34
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    • Sony Pictures Entertainment has bought Alamo Drafthouse Cinema for an undisclosed amount.
    • Alamo Drafthouse was founded in Austin by Tim and Karrie League in 1997.
    • Tim League, founder of Alamo Drafthouse, is thrilled about joining forces with Sony Pictures Entertainment.
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    • ]Sony Pictures Entertainment has bought Alamo Drafthouse for an undisclosed amount.[
    • Sony will continue to operate 35 Alamo Drafthouse theaters in 25 metro areas.
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Sony Pictures Acquires Alamo Drafthouse Cinema in Landmark Deal That Puts Studios Back in Theater Game

The Hollywood Reporter Pamela McClintock, Wednesday, 12 June 2024 18:00
  • Unique Points
    • Sony Pictures Entertainment has acquired Alamo Drafthouse Cinema for the first time since the 1948 U.S. Supreme Court ruling that dismantled the old Hollywood studio system.
    • Alamo Drafthouse will continue to be run by CEO Michael Kustermann under a new division called Sony Pictures Experiences.
    • The acquisition includes the continuation of operation for Alamo Drafthouse-owned Fantastic Fest, a world-renowned genre film festival.
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