The entertainment industry is kicking off 2026 with strong financial showings across both streaming and theatrical sectors, as Paramount+ and IMAX announce impressive fourth-quarter 2025 results. Paramount+ significantly boosted its revenue and subscriber base, while James Cameron's blockbuster, 'Avatar: Fire and Ash,' helped IMAX achieve a robust quarter.

Paramount+ saw its revenue climb by a notable 17% to $1.84 billion in the fourth quarter of 2025. This growth helped push the streaming service's global subscriber count to an impressive 79 million. This performance highlights the continued expansion and strength of Paramount Global's direct-to-consumer strategy as it navigates the competitive streaming landscape.

Meanwhile, the big screen also delivered for IMAX, which reported $125.8 million in revenue for the final quarter of 2025. A major contributor to this success was James Cameron's highly anticipated sequel, 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' (also known as 'Avatar 3'). The film, released by 20th Century Studios and Disney on December 19, 2025, made a significant impact on IMAX's global box office during the holiday season. 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' secured a $43.6 million global opening weekend for IMAX and had earned $184.1 million from IMAX screenings alone within 47 days of its release.

These latest figures underscore a dynamic period for entertainment companies, demonstrating that both in-home streaming consumption and premium theatrical experiences continue to attract massive audiences and generate substantial earnings.