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Spider-Man and Odyssey Make Popcorn Pop in Portuguese Cinemas This Summer
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Spider-Man and Odyssey Make Popcorn Pop in Portuguese Cinemas This Summer

Jornal de Negócios12 September 2026 at 19:00

Portuguese cinemas face a declining attendance trend, with spectators increasingly choosing not to go to movie theaters. This situation is due to the closure of some theaters, the high price of tickets and the growth of streaming, which has been drawing audiences home.

However, during the summer, some films have managed to reverse this trend and attract Portuguese audiences back to theaters. Among the highlights are "Spider-Man" and "Odyssey," which have been delighting national audiences.

According to the article, this year alone there are three films that stand out for managing to gather large audiences in Portuguese cinemas, helping to make the popcorn pop during the summer season.

Why this matters

Portuguese moviegoers are directly affected by this trend, as it indicates that, despite the sector's difficulties, there continue to be blockbusters capable of bringing audiences back to theaters. The three films mentioned represent the main cinematic entertainment options available this summer in Portugal.

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