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theatrical film

American  

noun

Movies.
  1. a film made for exhibition in theaters, as distinguished from one made for television.


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The deal sets requirements for theatrical film distribution and cable channel negotiations, and it creates a board to oversee the editorial independence of CNN and CBS News.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 28, 2026

In their complaint, the 12 states claim the combined company would control roughly 27 percent of wide-release theatrical film distribution and a similar percentage of basic cable channel licensing.

From Barron's ● Jul. 24, 2026

According to the complaint, the combined company would control roughly 27 percent of wide-release theatrical film distribution and a similar percentage of basic cable channel licensing.

From Barron's ● Jul. 13, 2026

“The Mandalorian and Grogu” will mark the first “Star Wars” theatrical film since 2019’s “Star Wars: Episode IX — The Rise of Skywalker.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 15, 2026

They had bidden farewell to the members of the theatrical film company; and some of the young actresses did not try to conceal their moist eyes, for Blake and Joe were general favorites.

From The Moving Picture Boys on the War Front Or, The Hunt for the Stolen Army Films by Victor [pseud.] Appleton

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