Decline in Chinese box office for Hollywood due to trade war, China limiting film imports.

From CNBC: 2025-04-11 10:28:00

In response to President Donald Trump’s trade war, China has retaliated by restricting the number of Hollywood films showcased in its movie theaters. Disney and Warner Bros. Discovery saw their stocks dip amid volatile trading. The Chinese box office, once a coveted space for American movies, has seen a decline in ticket sales as local film production has expanded. The expiration of the U.S.-China Film Agreement in 2017 further strained relations. China’s domestic film market is thriving, with “Ne Zha 2” becoming the only movie in history to generate $1 billion in a single market. Hollywood executives are uncertain about the long-term impact of the trade war on the industry.



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