RIYADH: Riyadh has emerged as the epicenter of Saudi Arabia’s cinematic revolution, generating SR391.1 million ($104.2 million) in box office revenue in 2024 – the highest of any city in the Kingdom.
The northern city sold 7.4 million tickets last year, according to a report by Saudi Arabia’s Film Commission. The capital’s young and affluent population, the rapid expansion of multiplexes, and Vision 2030’s push for entertainment have solidified its status as the region’s undisputed film hub.
Overall, the Kingdom’s box office revenues reached SR845.6 million in 2024, with 17.5 million tickets sold and 504 movies streamed.
The Saudi movie market, valued at $584.04 million in 2024, is projected to reach $950.25 million by 2030, growing at a compound annual rate of 8.51 percent, as highlighted in a report by Research and Markets.
This growth is fueled by government support, rising investments, and the easing of entertainment restrictions under Vision 2030.
