CJ CGV’s subsidiary CJ 4DPLEX announced on June 13 that it achieved a record-high box office performance in North America last May, marking a remarkable milestone.
According to CJ 4DPLEX, the 4DX format generated a total revenue of $9.4 million in the North American market during May, representing an impressive 151% increase compared to the same period last year. Notably, the horror film Final Destination: Bloodlines garnered $3.5 million in box office revenue from just 59 4DX theaters across North America, capturing considerable audience interest. The immersive effects of 4DX—such as wind, fog, and motion chairs—excited viewers by amplifying the horror experience.
Additionally, blockbuster films like Disney’s Lilo & Stitch and Tom Cruise’s Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning were screened in 4DX, contributing to high attendance rates and further boosting performance.
Meanwhile, the SCREENX format also saw a significant rise, recording $4.6 million in revenue—a 112% growth compared to the previous year. Particularly, Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning delivered an immersive experience with its three-screen expansion, especially during underwater and aerial action scenes. ScreenX-exclusive screenings generated $2.2 million in North America, making it the top-performing ScreenX release in the region for the year.
Jung Sik Bang, CEO of CJ 4DPLEX, stated, “The experience-based viewing method goes beyond merely watching movies; it leaves a lasting impression on audiences. This is why 4DX and SCREENX are gaining an expanding foothold in the global market.” He added, “Having achieved significant success across genres such as horror, family, and action, we will continue to lead the new paradigm in theater experiences, leveraging CJ 4DPLEX’s unique technological capabilities.”
CJ 4DPLEX plans to showcase upcoming releases—including How to Train Your Dragon, F1® The Movie, Jurassic World: New Beginnings, Superman, and Fantastic Four: New Beginnings—in 4DX and SCREENX formats this summer.
Meanwhile, the company is expanding its global footprint through a partnership with AMC, the world’s largest theater chain, announced in March. An additional 65 4DX and SCREENX screens are slated to open worldwide, promising a new level of cinematic experience to approximately 225 million AMC and Odeon moviegoers annually.
