Regal Cinemas CEO Eduardo Acuna publicly supports the proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, despite the deal facing legal scrutiny. In statements reported by Variety and Deadline, Acuna says the film industry is performing well, citing rising attendance and growing participation from younger audiences, along with an upcoming release slate that he describes as strong. He argues that the ongoing antitrust process adds “uncertainty and distraction,” framing the pending trial as a factor that delays clarity for the industry. Deadline reports the merger is held up by a future antitrust trial scheduled for March 2027, and notes Acuna’s view that parties should come together to address the situation. Both outlets convey that Acuna’s comments reflect the theater operator’s perspective on how studio consolidation could affect the industry’s near-term outlook. The statements do not change the fact that the merger remains subject to antitrust review, but they indicate support from at least one major U.S. theater chain executive for the transaction moving forward.