AMC Entertainment reports all-time high Q2 2026 revenue, signaling sustained recovery in movie theater attendance post-pandemic.
AMC Entertainment reported record Q2 2026 revenue of $1.597 billion, a 14.2% year-over-year increase, as theater attendance rose 13.5% to 71.3 million guests. The company also achieved its first quarterly adjusted EBITDA above $300 million, reaching $321.4 million, a 69.6% surge from the prior year.
The results mark a historic high for the 106-year-old chain, surpassing pre-pandemic levels and defying earlier predictions of streaming’s dominance. Free cash flow hit $190.1 million, while cash on hand grew 83.7% to $778.4 million, reinforcing financial stability.
AMC’s stock has climbed 44.23% year-to-date, reflecting investor confidence in the sector’s recovery. The earnings release underscores a broader shift in consumer behavior back toward in-person entertainment.