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Marcus Corp (MCS) CEO receives 1,249 gifted Class B shares, details large equity holdings

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Marcus Corp President and CEO Gregory S. Marcus reported receiving 1,249 shares of Class B Common Stock on August 7, 2026 via a transaction coded as a bona fide gift, held indirectly through his spouse, bringing that indirect position to 47,013 shares.

He also reported substantial existing positions, including 764,137 Class B shares held directly, 515,119 Common shares held directly, and multiple stock option grants over several years covering hundreds of thousands of underlying Common shares at exercise prices between $12.71 and $41.90.

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Insider Marcus Gregory S
Role President and CEO
Type Security Shares Price Value
Gift Class B Common Stock F3, F4, F5 1,249 $0.00 $0.00
holding Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 2/28/17) F6 -- -- --
holding Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 2/27/18) F7 -- -- --
holding Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 2/26/19) F7 -- -- --
holding Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 2/25/20) F7 -- -- --
holding Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 5/8/20) F7 -- -- --
holding Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 3/9/21) F7 -- -- --
holding Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 3/8/22) F7 -- -- --
holding Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 3/7/23) F7 -- -- --
holding Class B Common Stock F3, F4, F5 -- -- --
holding Class B Common Stock F3, F4, F5, F8 -- -- --
holding Class B Common Stock F3, F4, F5, F9 -- -- --
holding Class B Common Stock F3, F4, F5, F10 -- -- --
holding Common Stock -- -- --
holding Common Stock F1 -- -- --
holding Common Stock F2 -- -- --
Holdings After Transaction: Class B Common Stock — 47,013 shares (Indirect, By spouse); Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 2/28/17) — 40,000 shares (Direct); Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 2/27/18) — 75,000 shares (Direct); Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 2/26/19) — 70,200 shares (Direct); Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 2/25/20) — 121,000 shares (Direct); Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 5/8/20) — 80,000 shares (Direct); Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 3/9/21) — 137,300 shares (Direct); Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 3/8/22) — 152,000 shares (Direct); Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 3/7/23) — 172,300 shares (Direct); Class B Common Stock — 764,137 shares (Direct); Class B Common Stock — 307,543 shares (Indirect, As trustee); Class B Common Stock — 31,679 shares (Indirect, As custodian); Class B Common Stock — 509,881 shares (Indirect, By LLCs); Common Stock — 515,119 shares (Direct); Common Stock — 75 shares (Indirect, As custodian); Common Stock — 7,384 shares (Indirect, By 401(k))
Footnotes (10)
  1. F1. As sole custodian of the Alexandra Marcus U/WI/UTMA.
  2. F2. Balance reflects the most current data available with regard to the reporting person's holdings in the 401(k) Plan.
  3. F3. This security is convertible into common stock on a 1-for-1 basis at no cost.
  4. F4. This security is immediately exercisable.
  5. F5. No expiration date.
  6. F6. The options originally granted vest and become exercisable as follows: 40% after 2nd anniversary of the date of grant; 60% after 3rd anniversary; 80% after 4th anniversary; and 100% after 5 years.
  7. F7. The options originally granted vest and become exercisable as follows: 50% after 2nd anniversary of the date of grant; 75% after 3rd anniversary; and 100% after 4 years.
  8. F8. As trustee of the Gabriella Marcus Trust, the Daniella Marcus Trust and the Jessica Marcus Trust.
  9. F9. As sole custodian of the Alexandra Marcus U/WI/UTMA, the Michael Marcus U/WI/UTMA, and the Samantha Marcus U/WI/UTMA.
  10. F10. Shares held by Matinee Fifteen Holdings, LLC and Matinee Fifteen Holdings 2 LLC.
Gifted Class B shares 1,249 shares Class B Common Stock received as a bona fide gift on 2026-08-07
Indirect Class B via spouse 47,013 shares Class B Common Stock held indirectly by spouse after the gift
Direct Class B holdings 764,137 shares Class B Common Stock held directly by Gregory S. Marcus
Direct Common Stock holdings 515,119 shares Common Stock held directly by Gregory S. Marcus
Option grant 2/28/17 $31.20 exercise price; 40,000 underlying shares Stock Option on Common Stock expiring 2027-02-28
Option grant 2/27/18 $27.00 exercise price; 75,000 underlying shares Stock Option on Common Stock expiring 2028-02-27
Lowest reported option strike $12.71 exercise price; 80,000 underlying shares Stock Option granted 5/8/20 expiring 2030-05-08
Common shares in 401(k) 7,384 shares Common Stock held indirectly through a 401(k) Plan
bona fide gift financial
"Transaction code G is described as a bona fide gift."
A bona fide gift is a genuine, voluntary transfer of money, property, or benefits from one party to another made without expectation of repayment, services, or hidden conditions. Investors care because such gifts can affect company disclosures, related‑party transaction rules, tax treatment, and perceived conflicts of interest; think of it like someone giving you a present with no strings attached — but on a corporate scale, auditors and regulators need to verify it really is unconditional.
Class B Common Stock financial
"Reported transactions and holdings involve Class B Common Stock."
A class B common stock is one of multiple types of a company’s ordinary shares that carries specific rights—often different voting power or dividend priority—compared with other classes. For investors it matters because those differences affect how much influence you have over company decisions, the income you might receive, and how freely the shares trade; think of it like owning a car with different keys: some keys let you start the engine and open the trunk, others only unlock the door.
indirect ownership financial
"Shares are reported with indirect ownership such as by spouse or LLCs."
Stock Option (right to buy) financial
"Multiple entries list Stock Option (right to buy) grants with expirations."
401(k) Plan financial
"A footnote explains holdings in the 401(k) Plan."
A 401(k) plan is a workplace retirement account that lets employees set aside part of their pay into a tax-advantaged savings pot, often with employers adding matching contributions — like a workplace piggy bank for future income. It matters to investors because the amount people save and how employers fund these plans influence consumer spending, corporate payroll costs and the flow of money into financial markets, which can affect stock prices and company valuations.
UTMA financial
"Footnotes reference U/WI/UTMA custodial accounts."

FAQ

What insider transaction did Marcus Corp (MCS) report on August 7, 2026?

Marcus Corp reported that CEO Gregory S. Marcus received 1,249 Class B Common shares on August 7, 2026 as a bona fide gift, held indirectly through his spouse, with no sale or purchase price disclosed.

How many Class B shares does the Marcus Corp (MCS) CEO now hold indirectly through his spouse?

Following the reported gift, Gregory S. Marcus holds 47,013 Class B Common shares indirectly through his spouse. This position reflects the total Class B balance in that ownership category after the 1,249-share gift on August 7, 2026.

What are the key direct Class B Common Stock holdings reported by Marcus Corp (MCS) CEO?

Gregory S. Marcus reported 764,137 Class B Common shares held directly as of August 7, 2026. He also reported additional indirect Class B holdings via trusts, custodial accounts, and LLCs, each categorized separately in the ownership table.

What direct Common Stock holdings did the Marcus Corp (MCS) CEO disclose?

The CEO disclosed 515,119 shares of Common Stock held directly as of August 7, 2026, plus smaller indirect Common positions, including 7,384 shares held through a 401(k) Plan and 75 shares held as custodian.

What stock options on Marcus Corp (MCS) shares does the CEO report holding?

Gregory S. Marcus reports several stock option grants on Common Stock, including 40,000 underlying shares at $31.20 expiring February 28, 2027 and 75,000 underlying shares at $27.00 expiring February 27, 2028, plus additional grants with later expirations.

Is the reported Marcus Corp (MCS) insider transaction part of a 10b5-1 trading plan?

The filing’s Rule 10b5-1 checkbox is not marked as affirmatively using a 10b5-1 trading plan, and the bona fide gift transaction is reported without any footnote indicating it was executed under a pre-arranged trading plan.

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SEC Form 4
FORM 4UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).
Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.
1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
Marcus Gregory S

(Last)(First)(Middle)
THE MARCUS CORPORATION
111 EAST KILBOURN AVENUE, SUITE 1200

(Street)
MILWAUKEE WISCONSIN 53202

(City)(State)(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)
2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
MARCUS CORP [ MCS ]
5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
XDirector10% Owner
XOfficer (give title below)Other (specify below)
President and CEO
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
08/07/2026
6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3) 2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4) 6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeVAmount(A) or (D)Price
Common Stock515,119D
Common Stock75IAs custodian(1)
Common Stock7,384(2)IBy 401(k)
Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
(e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3) 2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4) 8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5) 9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4) 10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeV(A)(D)Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Class B Common Stock(3)08/07/2026G1,249 (4) (5)Common Stock1,249$047,013IBy spouse
Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 2/28/17)$31.2 (6)02/28/2027Common Stock40,00040,000D
Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 2/27/18)$27 (7)02/27/2028Common Stock75,00075,000D
Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 2/26/19)$41.9 (7)02/26/2029Common Stock70,20070,200D
Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 2/25/20)$28.88 (7)02/25/2030Common Stock121,000121,000D
Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 5/8/20)$12.71 (7)05/08/2030Common Stock80,00080,000D
Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 3/9/21)$21.84 (7)03/09/2031Common Stock137,300137,300D
Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 3/8/22)$17.04 (7)03/08/2032Common Stock152,000152,000D
Stock Option (right to buy) (granted 3/7/23)$15.99 (7)03/07/2033Common Stock172,300172,300D
Class B Common Stock(3) (4) (5)Common Stock764,137764,137D
Class B Common Stock(3) (4) (5)Common Stock307,543307,543IAs trustee(8)
Class B Common Stock(3) (4) (5)Common Stock31,67931,679IAs custodian(9)
Class B Common Stock(3) (4) (5)Common Stock509,881509,881IBy LLCs(10)
Explanation of Responses:
1. As sole custodian of the Alexandra Marcus U/WI/UTMA.
2. Balance reflects the most current data available with regard to the reporting person's holdings in the 401(k) Plan.
3. This security is convertible into common stock on a 1-for-1 basis at no cost.
4. This security is immediately exercisable.
5. No expiration date.
6. The options originally granted vest and become exercisable as follows: 40% after 2nd anniversary of the date of grant; 60% after 3rd anniversary; 80% after 4th anniversary; and 100% after 5 years.
7. The options originally granted vest and become exercisable as follows: 50% after 2nd anniversary of the date of grant; 75% after 3rd anniversary; and 100% after 4 years.
8. As trustee of the Gabriella Marcus Trust, the Daniella Marcus Trust and the Jessica Marcus Trust.
9. As sole custodian of the Alexandra Marcus U/WI/UTMA, the Michael Marcus U/WI/UTMA, and the Samantha Marcus U/WI/UTMA.
10. Shares held by Matinee Fifteen Holdings, LLC and Matinee Fifteen Holdings 2 LLC.
/s/ Garrett F. Bishop, Attorney-in-Fact for Gregory S. Marcus08/11/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)