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CJ 4DPlex Unveils Shot for ScreenX Premium Format; First Film 'Spider-Man: A New Day' on July 31
CJ 4DPlex has introduced Shot for ScreenX, a premium format for its 270-degree ScreenX theaters, with the first film 'Spider-Man: A New Day' premiering on July 31. The company collaborated with the film's creators from the start and plans to release 20-30 major studio films in this format each year.
Quick Facts
Who
CJ 4DPlex
What
launched Shot for ScreenX premium format
When
2026-06-18
Where
United States
- launched Shot for ScreenX premium format
- released 'Spider-Man: A New Day' as first Shot for ScreenX film
- collaborated with filmmakers on production
- CJ 4DPlex
- Don Savant
CJ 4DPlex, the Korean company behind ScreenX and 4DX cinema technologies, has announced the launch of Shot for ScreenX, a new premium format designed specifically for its 270-degree immersive theater experience. The format allows scenes to be projected beyond the main screen onto the side walls of the auditorium, offering audiences a more panoramic and immersive viewing experience.
The first film produced in this format is the comic book adaptation 'Spider-Man: A New Day,' which is set for release on July 31. For the first time, CJ 4DPlex collaborated with the filmmakers throughout all stages of production, ensuring that certain scenes were developed with the full capabilities of ScreenX in mind.
Don Savant, head of CJ 4DPlex Americas, stated that the company aims to release between 20 and 30 major studio films annually in the Shot for ScreenX format. Currently, ScreenX technology is available in 140 multiplex theaters across the United States and Canada.
Why This Matters
CJ 4DPlex's Shot for ScreenX represents the next evolution in immersive cinema, offering a premium experience that could drive higher ticket prices and differentiate theaters from streaming services. For film studios, this creates a new revenue stream and a compelling reason to produce content specifically for large-format, immersive screens, potentially shaping how action and blockbuster films are made in the future.
Timeline & Sources
Jun 18, 2026
WireCJ 4DPlex announces Shot for ScreenX premium format
Jul 31, 2026
WireRelease of 'Spider-Man: A New Day' as first Shot for ScreenX film