Introduction to IMAX Corporation
The IMAX Corporation is a Canadian theatre company which designs and manufactures IMAX cameras and projection systems as well as performing film development, production, post production and distribution to IMAX affiliated theatres worldwide. Founded in 1968, it has headquarters in the Toronto area, and operations in New York City and Los Angeles.
As of September 2017, there were 1,302 IMAX theatres located in 75 countries, of which 1,203 were in commercial multiplexes. These include IMAX variations such as IMAX 3D, IMAX Dome, and Digital IMAX. The CEO is Richard Gelfond.
| Industry | Motion picture production and exhibition |
|---|---|
| Predecessor | Multi-Screen Corporation, IMAX Systems Corporation |
| Founded | 1967 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada |
