CinemaCon is officially upgrading its opening day. The newly announced CinemaCon Film Showcase will take over The Colosseum at Caesars Palace on Monday afternoon, April 13, putting a brighter, louder spotlight on Angel, Row K Entertainment, and STUDIOCANAL as they unveil upcoming theatrical titles for the global exhibition community.
A New Monday Moment for Movies Made for Theaters at CinemaCon
CinemaCon, the official convention of Cinema United, is expanding its programming for 2026 with a first-time Monday afternoon presentation, and the location says it all. By hosting in The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, the event is positioning this new showcase as a marquee moment, not a warm-up.
Cinema United President and CEO Michael O’Leary emphasized how important it is to champion “a diverse pipeline of movies” that theaters rely on “52 weeks out of the year,” signaling that this showcase is about more than one slate. It is about keeping the big screen packed with variety.
Why Angel, Row K, and STUDIOCANAL Are Stepping Into the Spotlight
This inaugural lineup is designed to underline how much the theatrical ecosystem depends on distributors and partners beyond the usual tentpoles.
STUDIOCANAL CEO and CANAL+ Chief Content Officer Anna Marsh framed the showcase as a meaningful opportunity to connect directly with exhibitors, adding, “We remain firmly committed to films made for the big screen.”
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Angel’s Head of Theatrical Brandon Purdie summed up the core thesis in one clean line: “Theaters thrive when audiences have options.” Row K’s leadership echoed that same energy, calling the theatrical experience the industry’s heartbeat and reinforcing the idea that communal moviegoing still matters.
What This Means for CinemaCon 2026
The CinemaCon Film Showcase is set up to be a high-impact stage for bold storytelling, strong performances, and the kinds of titles that can surprise audiences and overdeliver at the box office. With exhibitors and industry leaders gathering in Las Vegas from April 13 to April 16, this new Monday program looks built to kick off the week with momentum and signal that theatrical variety is not optional, it is essential.
The Big Screen Details You Need
The CinemaCon Film Showcase will be held Monday afternoon, April 13, at The Colosseum in Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, as part of CinemaCon 2026 running April 13 to April 16. Expect Angel, Row K Entertainment, and STUDIOCANAL to present upcoming films from their theatrical slates directly to the global exhibition community.
Which company’s slate are you most curious about, Angel, Row K, or STUDIOCANAL? What kinds of diverse stories do you want theaters to champion in 2026? Are you watching for a breakout crowd-pleaser or an awards-season stunner, @me and tell me in the comments.
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