SPIDER-MAN 3 will have a day-and-date release in conventional theaters and on IMAX screens on May 4, 2007. The third installment of the phenomenally successful SPIDER-MAN franchise will be digitally re-mastered as part of The IMAX Experience. To date, the SPIDER-MAN series has surpassed $1.6 billion in worldwide box office receipts.
"The simultaneous IMAX release of SPIDER-MAN 3 allows us to celebrate one of the most anticipated motion picture events of the year in an exciting event format," said Rory Bruer, president, Domestic Distribution, Sony Pictures Releasing. "SPIDER-MAN 3: THE IMAX EXPERIENCE will give fans of Spider-Man an opportunity to experience the next exhilarating installment of the series in an unforgettably unique and immersive way."
"SPIDER-MAN is one of the world's most popular motion picture franchises, and we are thrilled to include the latest chapter as part of our 2007 lineup," said IMAX co-chairmen and co-ceos Richard L. Gelfond and Bradley J. Wechsler. "Moviegoers loved SPIDER-MAN 2 in IMAX theaters, and with a larger theater network for SPIDER-MAN 3, we estimate that well over 100 IMAX theaters in North America will exhibit the film vs. 63 for SPIDER-MAN 2... We are confident that the success of our remaining 2006 slate combined with the early announcements for 2007 will continue to drive exhibitor interest in the IMAX theater business."
"We are delighted to team up with our friends at Columbia Pictures to bring this beloved superhero back to IMAX theaters," added Greg Foster, chairman and president of IMAX Filmed Ent. "Our 2007 film slate is taking shape earlier than any previous year, and we believe this clearly highlights the increasing value studios see in the IMAX theater network as it continues to grow worldwide..."
SPIDER-MAN 3 marks the third agreement between Sony Pictures Ent. and IMAX. The studio previously released Spider-Man 2 to IMAX theaters in 2004 and is scheduled to release OPEN SEASON, the first feature from Sony Pictures Animation, in IMAX 3-D on Sept. 29.
A complex web of secrets, vengeance, love and forgiveness, Columbia Pictures' SPIDER-MAN 3 is a riveting adventure that will transport worldwide audiences to thrilling new heights on May 4, 2007.
Founded in 1967, IMAX Corp. (www.imax.com) is one of the world's leading entertainment technology companies and the newest distribution window for Hollywood films. IMAX delivers among the best cinematic presentations using proprietary IMAX, IMAX 3-D and IMAX DMR technology. As of March 31, there were 266 IMAX theaters operating in 36 countries.
Sony Pictures Ent. (SPE, www.sonypictures.com) is a subsidiary of Sony Corp. of America (SCA), a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Corp. SPE's global operations encompass motion picture production and distribution; television production and distribution; digital content creation and distribution; worldwide channel investments; home entertainment acquisition and distribution; operation of studio facilities; development of new entertainment products, services and technologies; and distribution of filmed entertainment in 67 countries.
Bill Desowitz, former editor of VFXWorld, is currently the Crafts Editor of IndieWire.
