The Movie Experience SLO Becomes First U.S. Exhibitor to Adopt Dolby Vision+Atmos Theatrical Solution
Dolby Laboratories (NYSE: DLB) announced that The Movie Experience SLO will open a new Dolby Vision+Atmos auditorium in San Luis Obispo, CA, on Dec. 18, 2025, becoming the first U.S. theatrical exhibitor to adopt the Dolby Vision+Atmos theatrical solution.
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Dolby Laboratories (NYSE: DLB) announced that The Movie Experience SLO will open a new Dolby Vision+Atmos auditorium in San Luis Obispo, CA, on Dec. 18, 2025, becoming the first U.S. theatrical exhibitor to adopt the Dolby Vision+Atmos theatrical solution. The black box auditorium will feature a floating screen and combined Dolby Vision picture with Dolby Atmos immersive sound.
Dolby noted that over 700 theatrical features have released or are confirmed in Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, and The Movie Experience SLO partnered with RS Engineering and Eomac LTD for auditorium layout and construction.
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- First U.S. exhibitor to adopt Dolby Vision+Atmos
- New Dolby Vision+Atmos black box auditorium in San Luis Obispo
- 700+ theatrical features released or confirmed in Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos
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News Market Reaction – DLB
On Dec 18, the day this news came out, DLB closed 0.57% below the previous close.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus for the Dec 18 session.
Key Figures
- Dolby-feature films
- Over 700 theatrical features
- Films released or confirmed in Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos
Historical Context
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Filmmakers and moviegoers revel in the transformative theatrical experience you can get with Dolby Vision® picture quality combined with Dolby Atmos® immersive sound, delivering a groundbreaking cinematic experience that enables audiences to truly live in the story of a movie. Dolby Vision+Atmos gives exhibitors, whether it's small boutique theaters or nationwide chains, a new way to deliver a Dolby experience to moviegoers.
"From breathtaking picture powered by Dolby Vision to the immersive, multidimensional sound of Dolby Atmos, our technologies bring every detail of a story to life," said Michael Archer, Vice President of Worldwide Cinema Sales and Partner Management, Dolby Laboratories. "We're proud to introduce this premium Dolby presentation at The Movie Experience SLO, giving audiences a more vivid, captivating, and unforgettable way to enjoy films."
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The Movie Experience SLO worked closely with Rob Schultz (RS Engineering) and Eomac LTD for the layout and construction of the auditorium.
Since their creation, Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos have revolutionized premium moviegoing around the world, empowering filmmakers to bring their creative visions to life and immersing audiences in the worlds and characters onscreen. Over 700 theatrical features have released or are confirmed to be in Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos.
ABOUT DOLBY
Dolby Laboratories (NYSE: DLB) is a world leader in immersive entertainment. From movies and TV, to music, sports, gaming, and beyond, Dolby transforms the science of sight and sound into spectacular experiences for billions of people worldwide across all their favorite devices. We partner with artists, storytellers, and the brands you love to transform entertainment and digital experiences through groundbreaking innovations like Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, Dolby Cinema, and Dolby OptiView.
ABOUT THE MOVIE EXPERIENCE SLO
The Movie Experience SLO is the oldest existing movie theatre company in the western
MEDIA CONTACT
DOLBY
Guru Ramanathan
guru.ramanathan@dolby.com
LEGAL DISCLAIMERS
Dolby, Dolby Vision, and Dolby Atmos are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
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