The decision to postpone closing the proposed acquisition has created an opportunity to reexamine theatrical distribution and its impact on independent exhibitors DALLAS, TX (July 29, 2026). The Independent Cinema Alliance (ICA), representing independent movie theatre owners throughout the United States and Canada, today issued the following statement regarding the proposed Paramount acquisition of Warner…
ICA and MoviePass Launch Collaboration Focused on Supporting Independent Exhibitors and Expanding Moviegoing
The numbers tell one story about scale. The communities they serve tell another about significance. Regularly, I find myself correcting misconceptions about what an independent theatre actually is. Most people hear “independent theatre” and immediately think “indie cinema” — an arthouse venueprogramming only specialty or non-mainstream films. While those theatres are certainly an important part…
“The ICA plays a vital role in supporting independent exhibitors, and we are excited to collaborate in delivering insights, fostering industry dialogue, and equipping exhibitors with the tools and data they need to succeed.”
Partnership delivers ICA members preferred access to bowling equipment and technology as CECs reshape out-of-home entertainment DALLAS, TX | RICHMOND, VA. (Feb 3, 2026). The Independent Cinema Alliance (ICA), a cinema trade organization representing approximately 5,000 independently operated movie screens across the United States and Canada, today announced an exclusive partnership with QubicaAMF Worldwide (QubicaAMF),…
Nine titles, 29 test theatres, and an 11.1x return on ad spend demonstrate a new national marketing model for independent theatres DALLAS, TX. (Jan 21, 2026). The Independent Cinema Alliance (ICA), a cinema trade organization representing approximately 5,000 independently operated movie screens across the United States and Canada, today announced results from its 2025 Studio…
$13 million in purchasing volume, nearly 20% savings, and a growing 1,600 screens participating as ICA deepens Fandango ClubBuy partnership DALLAS, TX. (Jan 13, 2026). The Independent Cinema Alliance (ICA), a cinema trade organization representing approximately 5,000 independently operated movie screens across the United States and Canada, today announced significant results from its Marketplace initiative,…
Combining the world’s largest streaming platform with one of Hollywood’s most important theatrical distribution pipelines will further reduce the number of films available in theatres and compress windows DALLAS, TX. (Dec. 9, 2025). The Independent Cinema Alliance (“ICA”), a cinema trade organization representing approximately 5,000 independently operated movie screens throughout the United States and Canada,…
Experienced exhibition executive to guide expanded buying group, film marketing partnerships, cinema advocacy, content programming initiatives, and educational resources DALLAS, TX. (Dec. 9, 2025). The Independent Cinema Alliance (“ICA”), a cinema trade organization representing approximately 5,000 independently operated movie screens throughout the United States and Canada, today announced the appointment of Frank Rash as its…
(Los Angeles, CA – October 21, 2024) The Cinema Buying Alliance, LLC (ICA Marketplace) is thrilled to announce the renewal of its highly successful partnership with Lighting Technologies International (LTI), the premier US manufacturer of xenon lamps. The partnership with LTI is helping independent cinema circuits across the United States by greatly reducing their xenon…