2014-2016 IMAX Releases: JURASSIC WORLD, WARCRAFT, FAST AND FURIOUS 7

IMAX Theatrical Release Schedule for Jurassic World, Warcraft, Fast and Furious 7, and other films have been revealed. The announced release dates and the adjusted release schedules are between 2014-2018. All the release dates are subject to change by their producers and/or their distributors.

The official press for 2014-2016 IMAX theatrical release dates:

IMAX Corporation (NYSE: IMAX; TSX: IMX), Legendary Entertainment and Universal Pictures, a division of Comcast Corp. (NASDAQ: CMCSA), today announced an agreement to release up to 15 of the studios’ upcoming films in IMAX® theatres through 2017 under an extension of the companies’ long-running relationships.

Under the agreement, IMAX will be part of Universal and Legendary’s release strategy for the studios’ most highly anticipated live-action tentpole films, including Dracula Untold (October 2014), Seventh Son (February 2015), Fast & Furious 7 (April 2015), Jurassic World (June 2015), Everest (September 2015), Crimson Peak (October 2015) and Warcraft (March 2016).

“Rich, Greg and IMAX have been important partners for a long time. The IMAX platform has performed over and over again for Legendary, and through this deal we will continue to deliver an unparalleled filmed entertainment experience, as well as showcase the work of our directors in a way that resonates with audiences around the world,” said Thomas Tull, Legendary’s Chairman and CEO. “We are also pleased that our partners at Universal recognize the value of an IMAX release, and have joined us to formalize this long-standing relationship.”

“Universal and our partners at Legendary are committed to the tent pole business and this deal ensures audiences will experience our films in the unparalleled environment of an IMAX theater,” said Universal Filmed Entertainment Chairman Jeff Shell. “For many years now, our fans have been able to see Universal films on IMAX and we are thrilled that we will be able to make this offering on so many of our upcoming titles.”

“We believe 2015 is shaping up to be a powerhouse year and today’s agreement with Universal and Legendary will help further strengthen our film portfolio for years to come,” said IMAX CEO Richard L. Gelfond. “This marks our first multi-picture deal with both studios, with which we’ve had longstanding partnerships, and we look forward to continuing that collaboration to bring some of the most highly anticipated product to IMAX fans around the world.”

“Universal and Legendary have stepped up in a big way and are committed to delivering some of the most sought-after tentpole films that demand the IMAX treatment,” said Greg Foster, Senior Executive Vice President of IMAX Corp. and CEO of IMAX Entertainment. “Today’s announcement is a testament to the success we’ve been able to achieve together and I would like to thank our friends at Universal and Legendary, particularly longtime supporter and partner Thomas Tull, for their support of The IMAX Experience® and delivering action-packed, engaging films that clearly resonate with our core audience.”

On Forest Gump‘s IMAX release:

Twenty years have passed since the release of Robert Zemeckis‘ Best Picture winning film, Forrest Gump. To celebrate the occasion, Paramount will reportedly re-release the film, in IMAX no less, on September 5.

Director James Gunn on Guardians of the Galaxy‘s shifting IMAX 3D ratio:

Just got out of working on the Guardians cut for IMAX 3D and I’m unbelievably excited about it. Guardians of the Galaxy has been planned as a 3D film from its very inception. Yes, if you see the film in 2D, you’ll get a full experience. But the 3D experience promises a little something extra. Unlike many directors, I’ve been actively involved with converting every shot to 3D, making sure it works perfectly for the story and the film, making sure it’s spectacular and immersive without being silly, distracting, or overly showy. 3D conversion was once far inferior to shooting in 3D, but over the past couple years new technology has allowed us incredible control over the 3D effects, making it equal to or in some cases greater than shooting in 3D.

As an EXTRA benefit for those who see the film in IMAX 3D, we will be changing aspect ratios throughout the film in a way that makes the experience even fuller and more encompassing. I’ve personally chosen all the places where the changes occur and, again, I love how it’s coming along. The changing aspect ratios in this case are actually a part of the storytelling.

Just wanted to share some of this stuff with you guys since I haven’t had a chance to talk about the 3D much. Hope you’re all having a great day. Hi!

On Joy:

Fox has just set Russell’s Joy, a biopic of Miracle Mop inventor Joy Mangano, for a Christmas 2015 release.

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