10 Facts About the Film Industry

• in 2012 the UK box office took over 1 billion pounds for the 3rd year running
• 29% of the target audience are aged 15-24
• 646 films were released in the UK in 2012 
• £300 million pounds was spent on P&A in 2012
• Bollywood movies account for only 1.1% of UK box office in 2012 whereas American movies accounted for over 90%
• One of the top 3D releases for 2012 was Marvel Avengers Assemble
• Around 40%of cinema's profit come from refreshments
• The Hunger Games was one of the most tweeted movies in 2012
• Only 14% of retail buyers bought a film they had previously seen at the cinema
• 60% of 16-30 year olds believe films should be free online