Define: Theatrical release

How is theatrical release defined in a legal contract?

• Theatrical release means the act of showing content publicly at commercial cinemas. Seen in 6 SEC filings.
• Theatrical release means the earliest occurrence of the following scenarios: firstly, when the content is initially shown in theaters, including mini-theaters, to a paying audience. This does not exclude any screenings for award qualifications. Secondly, a pre-specified date indicated in the [clause]. Lastly, six months after receiving the [clause]. Seen in 5 SEC filings.
• Theatrical release means making digital entertainment content commercially available to consumers within a cinema or theater setting, not including screenings conducted for testing purposes only. Seen in 4 SEC filings.
• Theatrical release means the scenario where the content is initially exhibited in theaters, including mini-theaters, to a paying audience. This also includes any screenings done for the purpose of award qualification. Seen in 1 SEC filing.
• Theatrical release means the act of showing a movie to a paying audience in commercial cinemas. It is expected that a large proportion of the film's profits should be obtained through such exhibition. Seen in 1 SEC filing.

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Which definition should you use?

🤔 Our AI Legal Assistant has combined and improved the above descriptions to create market-standard 'Genie definitions' below, with guidance on which documents and which industry to use for each.

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Genie Definition 1

Theatrical release means the public display of content at commercial cinemas.

Relevant Contract Types

• Film Distribution Agreement
• Content Licensing Agreement
• Exhibition Contract

Relevant Circumstances

• Content intended for public release in cinemas
• Engagement or hiring of a distribution company
• Negotiation of rights for public display

Relevant Sectors

• Film Industry
• Entertainment Industry

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Genie Definition 2

Theatrical release means the first public exhibition of content in any cinema, including qualifications for awards.

Relevant Contract Types

• Film Distribution Agreement
• Award Eligibility Agreement

Relevant Circumstances

• Planning for a film's initial release and promotion
• Negotiations for film festival inclusion and awards eligibility

Relevant Sectors

• Film Industry
• Entertainment Industry
• Awards Bodies

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