Paramount Commits to 45-Day Theatrical Window and 30 Movies Annually Post-Merger

Paramount

Announces Theatrical and Streaming Release Commitments

Paramount Pictures has committed to a 45-day exclusive theatrical window for its movies starting immediately.

After this period, films will be available on paid streaming video-on-demand (SVOD) platforms for 90 days before moving to the Paramount+ streaming service. This announcement was made at CinemaCon, where the studio addressed global movie theater owners directly. The commitment aligns with similar pledges by other major studios to provide longer theatrical windows to support cinema exhibitors.

Increased Film Production

Post-Merger Paramount also pledged that, upon completion of its acquisition of Warner Bros.

Discovery, the combined entity will produce a minimum of 30 theatrical films annually. Currently, Paramount has 15 films dated for release in 2026, up from eight in 2025, demonstrating an increase in output since the launch of the new company less than a year ago. The studio emphasized its goal to tell diverse stories on the big screen that engage broad audiences.

The announcement was preceded by a short film celebrating Paramount’s history and future, narrated by a prominent actor and featuring many well-known stars and filmmakers.

Industry Context and Future Outlook

Other studios, such as Universal Pictures, have announced plans to implement a 45-day theatrical window starting in 2027, indicating a broader industry trend toward supporting theatrical exhibition with longer exclusive windows.

Paramount’s commitments come amid ongoing regulatory review of its acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. The combined studio’s pledge to produce at least 30 movies annually aims to reassure theater owners of a steady flow of theatrical content.

The 45-day theatrical window and 90-day paid streaming window represent a balance between supporting cinemas and the growing demand for digital access to films. This strategy reflects evolving distribution models in the film industry. No specific executives or spokespersons were named in the announcement beyond references to the studio and its leadership team.