Global Movie Day

Cinema can inspire, delight, relax, and even motivate us to make important decisions. The founders of Global Movie Day believe that films play an essential role in our lives. To celebrate this, a holiday was established to honor everyone involved in the film industry, as well as movie lovers everywhere.

History

Global Movie Day was established in 2020 and is celebrated annually on the second Saturday of February. The idea came from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, and the date was chosen to coincide with the Oscar awards season.

More than 150 years have passed since the Lumière brothers patented their device for displaying moving pictures—an invention that marked the beginning of the film industry. Today, movies are made using special effects, advanced cameras, and computer graphics. The combination of these elements, along with the work of talented actors and visionary directors, makes cinema more engaging and visually spectacular than ever.

Interesting Facts

• From 1895 to 1946, Auguste and Louis Lumière created 1,800 films, which are still preserved in the archives of French cinema.
• The world’s first movie poster was printed for the screening of the film Grand Cafe. In 2008, this rare poster was sold at Sotheby’s auction for £160,000.
• India produces about 750 films annually. Bollywood still maintains a high production rate similar to the American film studios of the 1930s, even though Hollywood no longer releases two films a day.
• The first Oscar ceremony took place in 1929 at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, with 15 statuettes awarded in different categories.

How to Take Part

Spend the day watching your favorite films with friends, or go to a movie premiere.

Organize a movie quiz for a group of friends—include questions about film history, trivia, and personal favorites.

Try exploring a new film genre. If you usually watch horror, give a romantic musical or a heartfelt drama a try.

When Is Global Movie Day in 2026?

Global Movie Day is observed on the second Saturday in February each year.

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