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CinemaCon 2026 Brings Blockbuster Previews and Surprises
Major studios showcase upcoming films for theater owners at annual industry event.
Apr. 13, 2026 at 10:20pm
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CinemaCon 2026 promises a blockbuster lineup of exclusive film previews and industry announcements for theater owners.Las Vegas TodayCinemaCon 2026, the annual convention for theater owners, is set to take place in Las Vegas from April 13-16. Major studios including Amazon MGM, Angel Studios, Neon, Paramount, Sony, StudioCanal, Universal, Disney, and Warner Bros. will present exclusive footage and details about their upcoming film slates.
Why it matters
CinemaCon is a crucial event for movie studios to generate excitement and secure support from theater owners for their upcoming releases. The exclusive footage and announcements shared at the convention often shape the marketing and release strategies for major films, making it an important event for both the industry and moviegoing public.
The details
The CinemaCon schedule is packed, with studio presentations running from Monday, April 13 to Thursday, April 16. Some of the key moments expected include Angel Studios showcasing its upcoming Biblical animated films and live-action projects, StudioCanal previewing its Cannes-bound titles, Sony highlighting its Spider-Verse and video game adaptations, and Universal teasing sequels to hits like How to Train Your Dragon and Jurassic World. Warner Bros. is likely to celebrate its 2025 successes while also offering looks at Mortal Kombat II and the Dune saga, while Disney is poised to dominate the final day with previews of Avengers: Doomsday, The Mandalorian, and more.
- CinemaCon 2026 runs from Monday, April 13 to Thursday, April 16.
- The schedule includes studio presentations each day, with the final day featuring Disney's showcase.
The players
CinemaCon
An annual convention in Las Vegas where movie studios present upcoming films and footage to theater owners.
Angel Studios
An independent film studio known for its faith-based and family-friendly productions, including the recent box office hits The King of Kings and David.
StudioCanal
A European production and distribution company bringing films like Ice Cream Man and Ink to the CinemaCon stage.
Sony Pictures
The major Hollywood studio behind the Spider-Man franchise and upcoming video game adaptations.
Disney
The entertainment giant that owns Marvel, Lucasfilm, Pixar, and other major film properties, set to close out CinemaCon 2026.
What they’re saying
“CinemaCon is a crucial event for movie studios to generate excitement and secure support from theater owners for their upcoming releases.”
— Cooper Hood, Author
What’s next
The exclusive footage and announcements made at CinemaCon 2026 will shape the marketing and release strategies for many of the year's biggest films, so movie fans will be eagerly awaiting news and trailers to emerge from the convention.
The takeaway
CinemaCon remains a vital event for the movie industry, allowing studios to build anticipation and secure support from theater owners for their upcoming slates of blockbuster films that will shape the future of cinema.
