AMC stock rises on 'Project Hail Mary' box office success

AMC Entertainment stock rose pre-market after 'Project Hail Mary' drove a 70% jump in global ticket revenue. The film generated over $140 million globally, marking AMC's strongest opening of 2026. Citing strong box office trends, the company expects 2026 to be the biggest year for theatrical attendance since 2019, bolstered by a robust film slate.