The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is launching a new global recognition program, the Academy Marquee Theater List, to highlight exceptional movie theaters worldwide. Both outlets report that the effort is aimed at celebrating and preserving the traditional theatrical moviegoing experience. The Academy says the theaters selected for the initial list are chosen for providing strong audience experiences, preserving cinematic history, and serving as cultural anchors in their communities.
Variety and The Hollywood Reporter both describe the list as the centerpiece of the Academy’s new global award. The initial rollout includes 50 theaters in total: 25 in the United States and 25 outside the U.S., reflecting an equal focus on domestic and international exhibition. The announcements frame the recognition as honoring excellence in film exhibition, with an emphasis on the theaters’ role in sustaining cinema culture beyond any single country.
While the outlets focus on the purpose and scope of the program, they do not detail additional criteria, selection timelines, or which specific theaters are included in the first set.
