CinemaCon 2025, held from March 31 to April 3 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, kicked off with a bang. It brought together studio executives, theater owners, and stars to celebrate and preview the future of theatrical releases.
The convention is in full swing, spotlighting major film slates and reaffirming cinema’s cultural might. One of the standout moments came from Tom Cruise, whose impassioned speech on opening night set the tone.
One of the standout moments came from Tom Cruise, whose passionate speech set the tone for the event. The star of Top Gun: Maverick speaks with the conviction of someone who has experienced the dream of cinema for many decades.
He expressed his love for movies and emphasized the “cultural impact” of watching films in theaters, highlighting the irreplaceable role that movie theaters play in our lives.
Tom Cruise’s speech at CinemaCon that the best days of the big screen are ahead felt less like a prediction and more like a mission he was determined to fulfill.
Tom Cruise delivered a touching video message to theater owners and industry insiders at Caesars Palace, expressing his love for movies and the silver screen.
Delivered with his signature intensity, Cruise’s message underscored his belief that movie theaters remain an unparalleled cultural force – a sentiment that resonates as the box office struggles to regain its pre-2019 glory.
Cruise, who was unable to attend in person due to filming commitments, delivered a pre-recorded message that was played during the Paramount Pictures presentation. His words resonated deeply with the thousands of exhibitors in attendance, many of whom see him as a key figure in the industry’s post-pandemic recovery.
Seeing a movie on the big screen can change lives… the cultural impact of cinema is unmatched… the story of cinema is an iconic one, but it’s only just beginning. (TechRadar)
Cruise’s CinemaCon speech was more than just rhetoric, it was a testament to his accomplishments. His 2022 hit Top Gun: Maverick grossed $1.49 billion worldwide, proving that audiences will still flock to theaters to see a spectacle worth their money (Box Office Mojo). Now, with Mission: Impossible: The Final Reckoning set for May 23, 2025, fans will witness Cruise performing breathtaking stunts on the silver screen, giving that adrenaline for which they come to the theatres.