Documentary Sensation “The Blue Angels” Soars Back Into Select Imax(R) Theatres as a New Version Offered in Breathtaking New Imax 3D Presentations Across the Globe Starting January 17th
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Dolphin Entertainment (NASDAQ:DLPN) and IMAX Entertainment announce the release of a new 3D version of 'The Blue Angels' documentary in select IMAX institutional theaters globally starting January 17th, 2025. The film, which previously garnered over $2 million at the box office and topped Prime Video, offers unprecedented access to the Navy's elite Flight Demonstration Squadron.
The documentary, produced by Bad Robot, Glen Powell's Barnstorm Productions, Zipper Bros Films, and others, features immersive cockpit footage and aerial shots of the Blue Angels' precision flying. It will be shown across multiple venues including the Smithsonian Udvar-Hazy Center IMAX and Carnival Cruises IMAX Theaters, with a continuous rollout throughout the year.
The film follows the Blue Angels through their training to final show, featuring producer J.J. Abrams and actor-producer Glen Powell's involvement in bringing this unique perspective to audiences.
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- Previous box office success with over $2 million in revenue
- Achieved #1 position on Prime Video during initial release
- Secured widespread distribution across global IMAX institutional theaters
- Long-term revenue potential through continuous theater showings
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The re-release of "The Blue Angels" in IMAX 3D format represents a strategic move to maximize the documentary's revenue potential through multiple distribution channels. The film's previous
The partnership between Dolphin Entertainment and IMAX leverages complementary strengths: IMAX's premium viewing technology and institutional network combined with Dolphin's content production capabilities. For a micro-cap company like Dolphin (
The involvement of established industry figures like J.J. Abrams and Glen Powell adds significant marketing value and credibility, potentially driving stronger audience engagement across different viewing formats. The global institutional theater rollout across multiple countries indicates strong international market potential, particularly important for documentary content monetization.
This multi-platform release strategy exemplifies modern content monetization at its finest. The progression from theatrical release to streaming platform success and now to specialized IMAX 3D institutional venues, maximizes the content's lifecycle value. The institutional theater market is particularly valuable as it provides consistent, long-term revenue streams without the high marketing costs associated with commercial theatrical releases.
The timing of this 3D version release is strategic, capitalizing on both the documentary's proven market success and IMAX's expanded institutional network of 1,788 systems across 89 countries. The diverse venue mix - from cruise ships to science centers - ensures broad audience reach and multiple revenue streams. For Dolphin Entertainment, this represents an efficient way to generate recurring revenue from existing content through premium-priced IMAX tickets, while the institutional nature of many venues provides stable, predictable audience flow.
The documentary, from Bad Robot, Glen Powell's Barnstorm Productions, Zipper Bros Films, IMAX Entertainment and Dolphin Entertainment reached over
MIAMI, FL / ACCESS Newswire / January 16, 2025 / The Blue Angels have been enthralling people across the country and around the globe for more than 75 years. IMAX Entertainment and Dolphin Entertainment (NASDAQ:DLPN) proudly present a thrilling new 3D version of the documentary "The Blue Angels" taking audiences soaring with the Navy's elite Flight Demonstration Squadron. The documentary will be opening in IMAX institutional theatres across the globe, including the Smithsonian Udvar-Hazy Center IMAX, Carnival Cruises IMAX Theaters, and more.
Filmed For IMAX® immersive footage puts viewers directly into the cockpit for a firsthand view of the Blue Angels' precision flying, while the aerial shots deliver a spectacular showcase of the breathtaking maneuvers that have made them the world's premier jet team. The filmmakers behind "The Blue Angels" were granted unprecedented access-on the ground and in the air-to invite audiences along, from the first days of rigorous training through to the final show and the passing of the torch to a new team. But even as the documentary lifts the veil of the Blue Angels mystique, it only magnifies the Blue Angels magic.
"We're so proud of this majestic film and we're excited by the opportunity to share it with audiences for years to come in the IMAX institutional theaters," said Bill O'Dowd, CEO of Dolphin. "This, coupled with the new 3D recut of the film, are even more examples of IMAX's unique reach and ability to deliver an extraordinary viewing experience to audiences."
Producer J.J. Abrams adds, "A documentary following an entire year with the Blue Angels-and doing it in IMAX with tools that are traditionally used in narrative storytelling-felt like an amazing opportunity. Most of the preparation and planning went into filming the aerial maneuvers, but it doesn't compare to what they go through in preparing for their season. It's a remarkable thing to see."
Glen Powell, best known for his starring roles in Top Gun: Maverick and Twisters, stepped behind the camera to serve as a producer. "When we look up and see something spectacular, we just take it for granted that it is right," he notes. "But we don't see all the effort that it takes to bring that spectacular thing to life. Watching these people sit around the table literally ‘chair flying' the entire demo and then breaking it down, you feel that relentless pursuit of perfection. It's a different language; you can't even process what they're saying, but you know there is intent behind everything. It really makes it crackle."
The Blue Angels will have a continuous roll-out across IMAX institutional theaters throughout the year, and will play at regular intervals in many theaters for years to come. Theaters screening The Blue Angels as of January 17, 2025 include:
BRANSON IMAX ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX - Branson, MO
SMITHSONIAN UDVAR-HAZY CENTER IMAX - Chantilly, VA
TENNESSEE AQUARIUM IMAX WITH LASER - Chattanooga, TN
AUTONATION IMAX 3D THEATER - Fort Lauderdale, FL
IMAX THEATRE IN THE INDIANA STATE MUSEUM - Indianapolis, IN
CARNIVAL HORIZON IMAX THEATER - Miami, FL
CARNIVAL VISTA IMAX THEATER - Miami, FL
MARBLES IMAX - Raleigh, NC
KRAMER IMAX THEATRE - Regina, SK, Canada
ESQUIRE IMAX - Sacramento, CA
IMAX DOME THEATER - San Jose, CA
PACIFIC SCIENCE CENTER - Seattle, WA
GOODMAN IMAX DOME AT SCI-PORT DISCOVERY CENTER - Shreveport, LA
OMNIMAX THEATREAT THE ST. LOUIS SCIENCE CENTER - St. Louis, MO
IMAX THEATRE @ SCIENCE NORTH - Sudbury, ON, Canada
CHALLENGER LEARNING CENTER OF TALLAHASSEE IMAX - Tallahassee, FL
IMAX MELBOURNE - Carlton South, Melbourne, Australia
"The Blue Angels" is a Bad Robot, Zipper Bros Films, IMAX Entertainment and Dolphin Films Production, in association with Amazon MGM Studios, Sutter Road Picture Company, Diamond Docs and Barnstorm Productions.
About Dolphin
Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN), founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, has evolved from its origins as an Emmy-nominated television, digital and feature film content producer to a company with three dynamic divisions: Dolphin Entertainment, Dolphin Marketing and Dolphin Ventures.
Dolphin Entertainment: This legacy division, where it all began, has a rich history of producing acclaimed television shows, digital content and feature films. With high-profile partners like IMAX and notable projects including "The Blue Angels," Dolphin Entertainment continues to set the standard in quality storytelling and innovative content creation.
Dolphin Marketing: Established in 2017, this division has become a powerhouse in public relations, influencer marketing, management, branding strategy, talent booking and special events. Comprising top-tier companies such as 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Special Projects, The Digital Dept., Elle Communications and Always Alpha, Dolphin Marketing serves a wide range of industries - from entertainment, music and sports to hospitality, fashion and consumer products.
Dolphin Ventures: This division leverages Dolphin's best-in-class cross-marketing acumen and business development relationships to create, launch and/or accelerate innovative ideas and promising products, events and content in our areas of expertise.
About IMAX Corporation
IMAX, an innovator in entertainment technology, combines proprietary software, architecture, and equipment to create experiences that take you beyond the edge of your seat to a world you've never imagined. Top filmmakers and studios are utilizing IMAX systems to connect with audiences in extraordinary ways, making IMAX's network among the most important and successful theatrical distribution platforms for major event films around the globe.
IMAX is headquartered in New York, Toronto, and Los Angeles, with additional offices in London, Dublin, Tokyo, and Shanghai. As of September 30, 2024, there were 1,788 IMAX systems (1,714 commercial multiplexes, 12 commercial destinations, 62 institutional) operating in 89 countries and territories. Shares of IMAX China Holding, Inc., a subsidiary of IMAX Corporation, trade on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange under the stock code "1970".
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SOURCE: Dolphin Entertainment
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