History of Fathom Entertainment in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 10, 2026

Fathom Entertainment is a content provider specializing in broadcasting entertainment events to movie theaters across the United States. Their offerings encompass a diverse range of performances and events, including the Metropolitan Opera Live in HD, various performing arts productions, major sporting events, and music concerts, bringing unique experiences to cinema audiences.

2013: Company Spun Out of National CineMedia

In 2013, Fathom Events was spun out of National CineMedia to concentrate on live performances initially presented by National CineMedia. The parent company continued its focus on producing advertising for movie theaters. Fathom Events is owned by AC JV, LLC, a joint venture of AMC Theatres, Cinemark Theatres, and Regal Cinemas.

2014: The Theatre Museum Awards Honored Fathom Events

In 2014, The Theatre Museum Awards honored Fathom Events with the Awards for Excellence in Theatre History Preservation.

2015: Fathom Events named "Best Distributor in the Americas"

In 2015, Fathom Events was recognized as "Best Distributor in the Americas" and received eight box office awards from the Event Cinema Association (ECA).

2017: Ray Nutt became CEO

In 2017, Ray Nutt became CEO of Fathom Events. Previously, he was the senior vice president of business relations for Regal Entertainment Group and served on the board of directors for Fathom. Before that, he worked to grow business for Regal CineMedia and United Artists Theatres.

November 2023: The Blind Becomes Top-Grossing Movie

In November 2023, The Blind became the company's top-grossing movie, earning over $15.7 million at North American box offices.

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January 2025: Company Rebrands to Fathom Entertainment

In January 2025, the company rebranded itself as Fathom Entertainment.

April 2025: The Chosen Last Supper: Part 1 Release

In April 2025, The Chosen Last Supper: Part 1 surpassed "The Blind" as the top-grossing movie, grossing about $20.2 million at North American box offices.

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