Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in France compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data France
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#1 In EuropeBusiness
#4 In EuropeEmployees
#4 In EuropeWages
#2 In EuropeThe cinemas market has undergone a turbulent period over the past few years, primarily due to the pandemic. With cinemas forced to close, revenue tanked in 2020 and cinemas have struggled to recover. Admissions in the EU-27 and UK reached just 643 million in 2022, which is 34.5% below the pre-pandemic average. The diminished admission rates have impaired cinemas' chances of recovery from the pandemic. In the five years through 2024, European cinema revenue is projected to decline at a compound annual rate of 11% to €8.5 billion. The onset of the pandemic also challenged the exclusivity cinemas enjoyed, with film studios now choosing to release new films online sooner. This meant they kept all the revenue from downloads and subscriptions.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Biggest companies in the Cinemas in France
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Pathé Cinémas SASU | 689.1 | 17.5 | 2.5 |
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Cinemas industry in France in 2024?
The market size of the Cinemas industry in France is €1.6bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Cinemas in France industry in 2024?
There are 679 businesses in the Cinemas industry in France, which has grown at a CAGR of 1.2 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Cinemas industry in France grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Cinemas industry in France has been declining at a CAGR of 8.6 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Cinemas industry in France over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Cinemas industry in France is expected to grow.
What are the biggest companies in the Cinemas market in France?
The biggest company operating in the Cinemas market in France is Pathé Cinémas SASU
What does the Cinemas in France include?
Film viewings and Food, beverage and merchandise are part of the Cinemas industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Cinemas in France?
The company holding the most market share in France is Pathé Cinémas SASU.
How competitive is the Cinemas industry in France?
The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Cinemas industry in France.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in France
- Television Programming & Broadcasting in France
Complementors
- Film, Video & Television Programme Post-Production in France
- Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution in France
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Cinemas show films in designated film-projection facilities, which are usually indoors but can also include open-air venues. The industry also includes any food or merchandise sold by cinemas.
Related Terms
BOX OFFICEOPEN-AIRPROJECTORWhat's included in this industry?
Film viewingsFood, beverage and merchandiseCompanies
Pathé Cinémas SASUIndustry Code
5914 - Motion picture projection activities in France
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Performance
Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue
- Employees
- Business
- Profit
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Cinemas in France industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Cinemas in France industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Cinemas in France industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Cinemas in France industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Cinemas struggle amid low admissions post-pandemic. They are trying to increase revenue per admission to compensate for the 34.5% drop in attendees since before the pandemic, as reported by European Audiovisual Observatory, to reduce reliance on ticket sales alone.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Cinemas in France industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Cinemas in France industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Cinemas in France industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into France
- Total Exports into France
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2024)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Large chains dominate the industry. Major cinema chains make up the majority of revenue in the industry, though few brands operate across borders, which limits overall concentration.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Establishments by Region (2024)
Data Tables
- Number of Establishments by Region (2024)
Charts
- Share of Establishments vs. Population of Each Region
Analysis
What regions are businesses in the Cinemas in France located?
Companies
Data Tables
Top 1 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit margin (2024)
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Regulators determine the classification of productions. Each country has its own methods of classifying a production based on its suitability for audiences. Films with lots of violence or adult content may be limited to viewers over 18.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Cinemas in France industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
The pandemic has hit profit for European cinemas hard. The complete shutdown of cinemas in 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic caused major financial strain, leading some cinema chains to take drastic measures like refinancing and bankruptcy.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Cinemas in France industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and boottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2024)
- Business Growth (2024)
- Job Growth (2024)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2024)
- Imports/Demand (2024)
- Exports/Revenue (2024)
- Revenue per Employee (2024)
- Wages/Revenue (2024)
- Employees per Establishment (2024)
- Average Wage (2024)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
Methodology
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