Home / Arts and Entertainment / Gaumont's Revenue Stable, Losses Soar Despite Box Office Wins
Gaumont's Revenue Stable, Losses Soar Despite Box Office Wins
16 Mar
Summary
- Gaumont reported stable revenue but significant loss increase in 2025.
- Theatrical distribution saw an 89% increase with successful film performances.
- The animation division faced significant challenges and scaled-down streamer deals.
Gaumont, the historic French studio, announced stable revenue of €150 million for 2025, a slight decrease from €172 million the previous year. However, the company experienced a substantial increase in losses, soaring by 153% to €19.5 million.
Despite a 23% downturn in its cinema operations, Gaumont's theatrical distribution saw a remarkable 89% surge, generating €14 million. This success was propelled by strong box office performances from films such as 'A Bear in the Jura' and 'My Mother, God, and Sylvie Vartan,' which collectively attracted over 3 million admissions. Overall, Gaumont released eight films that garnered 5 million theatrical admissions, a significant increase from the previous year.
The film division was negatively impacted by a 19% drop in sales to French broadcasters and a sharp decline in Pay 2 window deals. Sales to streamers fell by 64% to €10.9 million, and international sales also decreased by 9% to €14.8 million.
The company is also accounting for anticipated losses on films slated for release in 2026. Gaumont is investing in ambitious director-driven projects, including Olivier Assayas' political thriller 'The Wizard of the Kremlin,' starring Jude Law, and Xavier Giannoli's WWII drama 'Rays and Shadows,' featuring Jean Dujardin.
Additionally, Gaumont is set to release 'Just an Illusion,' a coming-of-age story from the directors of 'The Intouchables.' The animation division has been hit hard by streamers scaling down, leading to difficulties and an absence of signed projects. Gaumont has also invested heavily in the 3D animated film 'High in the Clouds.' The company continues its relationship with streamers, delivering part 4 of 'Lupin' and upcoming projects like 'Mexico 86' and 'Unfamiliar' on Netflix, and 'The Hunt' on Apple.
Gaumont founder Nicolas Seydoux highlighted the complexity of the current industry landscape, noting that previously, 40% of Gaumont's revenue originated from the United States, a market now facing potential threats like tariffs.
