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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 10-K

ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d)
OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2018

Commission File Number 001-33401

CINEMARK HOLDINGS, INC

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)

Delaware
(State or other jurisdiction
of incorporation or organization)
3900 Dallas Parkway
Suite 500 Plano, Texas
(Address of principal executive offices)

20-5490327
(I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)

75093
(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (972) 665-1000

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class
Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share

Name of each exchange on which registered
New York Stock Exchange

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act:

None

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. Yes ☒ No ☐

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15 (d) of the Act. Yes ☐  No ☒

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 
1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to 
such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes ☒  No ☐

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 
405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to 
submit such files). Yes ☒  No ☐

Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item 405 of Regulation S-K (§229.405 of this chapter) is not contained herein, 
and will not be contained, to the best of registrant’s knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements incorporated by reference in Part III 
of this Form 10-K or any amendment to this Form 10-K. ☒ 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, 
or emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company,” and "emerging 
growth company" in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.

Large accelerated filer
Non-accelerated filer
Emerging growth company

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Accelerated filer
Smaller reporting company

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If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with 
any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13 (a) of the Exchange Act.  ☐

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Act). Yes ☐ No ☒

The aggregate market value of the voting and non-voting common equity owned by non-affiliates of the registrant on June 30, 2018, computed by 
reference to the closing price for the registrant’s common stock on the New York Stock Exchange on such date was approximately $3.73 billion 
(106,350,432 shares at a closing price per share of $35.08).

As of February 22, 2019, 117,050,337 shares of common stock were outstanding.

DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

Certain portions of the registrant’s definitive proxy statement, in connection with its 2019 annual meeting of stockholders, to be filed within 120 
days of December 31, 2018, are incorporated by reference into Part III, Items 10-14, of this annual report on Form 10-K.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements .......................................................................

Table of Contents

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PART I

Item 1.
Item 1A.
Item 1B.
Item 2.
Item 3.

PART II
Item 5.

Item 6.
Item 7.

Item 7A.
Item 8.
Item 9.

Item 9A.
Item 9B.

PART III
Item 10.
Item 11.
Item 12.

Item 13.
Item 14.

PART IV
Item 15.

Business.................................................................................................................................
Risk Factors...........................................................................................................................
Unresolved Staff Comments .................................................................................................
Properties...............................................................................................................................
Legal Proceedings .................................................................................................................

Market  for  Registrant’s  Common  Equity,  Related  Stockholder  Matters  and  Issuer 
Purchases of Equity Securities ..............................................................................................
Selected Financial Data .........................................................................................................
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
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Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk ..............................................
Financial Statements and Supplementary Data .....................................................................
Changes in and Disagreements With Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure
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Controls and Procedures........................................................................................................
Other Information..................................................................................................................

Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance ....................................................
Executive Compensation.......................................................................................................
Security  Ownership  of  Certain  Beneficial  Owners  and  Management  and  Related 
Stockholder
Matters...................................................................................................................................
Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence......................
Principal Accounting Fees and Services ...............................................................................

Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules...............................................................................

SIGNATURES .................................................................................................................................................

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Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This annual report on Form 10-K includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of 
the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or the 
Exchange  Act.  The  “forward  looking  statements”  include  our  current  expectations,  assumptions,  estimates  and 
projections about our business and our industry. They include statements relating to:

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future revenues, expenses and profitability; 

the future development and expected growth of our business; 

projected capital expenditures; 

attendance at movies generally or in any of the markets in which we operate;

the number or diversity of popular movies released and our ability to successfully license and exhibit 
popular films;

national and international growth in our industry; 

competition from other exhibitors and alternative forms of entertainment; and

determinations in lawsuits in which we are defendants. 

You can identify forward-looking statements by the use of words such as “may,” “should,” “could,” “estimates,” 
“predicts,” “potential,” “continue,” “anticipates,” “believes,” “plans,” “expects,” “future” and “intends” and similar 
expressions which are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future 
performance  and  are  subject  to  risks,  uncertainties  and  other  factors,  some  of  which  are  beyond  our  control  and 
difficult to predict and could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or forecasted in the forward-
looking statements. In evaluating forward-looking statements, you should carefully consider the risks and uncertainties 
described in the “Risk Factors” section in Item 1A of this Form 10-K and elsewhere in this Form 10-K. All forward-
looking statements attributable to us or persons acting on our behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by the 
cautionary  statements  and  risk  factors  contained  in  this  Form  10-K.  Forward-looking  statements  contained  in  this 
Form 10-K reflect our view only as of the date of this Form 10-K. We undertake no obligation, other than as required 
by law, to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or 
otherwise.

Certain Definitions

Unless the context otherwise requires, all references to “we,” “our,” “us,” the “issuer” or “Cinemark” relate to 
Cinemark Holdings, Inc. and its consolidated subsidiaries. All references to Latin America are to Brazil, Argentina, 
Chile, Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Guatemala, Bolivia, Curacao 
and  Paraguay.  Unless  otherwise  specified,  all  operating  and  other  statistical  data  are  as  of  and  for  the  year  ended 
December 31, 2018.

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Item 1. Business

Our Company

PART I

Cinemark Holdings, Inc. and subsidiaries, or the Company, us or our, is a leader in the motion picture exhibition 
industry, with theatres in the United States, or U.S., Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, Honduras, El 
Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Guatemala, Bolivia, Curacao and Paraguay. 

As of December 31, 2018, we managed our business under two reportable operating segments: U.S. markets 

and international markets. See Note 19 to the consolidated financial statements.

Cinemark Holdings, Inc. is a Delaware corporation incorporated on August 2, 2006. Our principal executive 
offices are at 3900 Dallas Parkway, Suite 500, Plano, Texas 75093. Our telephone number is (972) 665-1000. We 
maintain a corporate website at www.cinemark.com. Our annual reports on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 
10-Q and current reports on Form 8-K, and any amendments to those reports filed or furnished pursuant to Section 
13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, or the Exchange Act, are available on our website free of charge 
under the heading “Investor Relations – Financials - SEC Filings” as soon as practicable after such reports are filed 
or furnished electronically to the Securities and Exchange Commission, or the SEC. Additionally, all of our filings 
with the SEC can be accessed on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.

Description of Business

We are a leader and one of the most geographically diverse operators in the motion picture exhibition industry. 
As of December 31, 2018, we operated 546 theatres and 6,048 screens in the U.S. and Latin America and more than 
282 million guests attended our theatres worldwide during the year ended December 31, 2018. Our U.S. circuit had 
341  theatres  and  4,586  screens  in  41  states  and  our  international  circuit  had  205  theatres  and  1,462  screens  in  15 
countries.  Our significant and diverse presence in the U.S. and Latin America has made us an important distribution 
channel for movie studios. We believe our portfolio of modern, high-quality theatres with multiple platforms provides 
a preferred destination for moviegoers and contributes to our consistent financial performance.  

Revenues,  operating  income  and  net  income  attributable  to  Cinemark  Holdings,  Inc.  for  the  year  ended 
December 31, 2018, were $3,221.8 million, $388.3 million and $213.8 million, respectively. At December 31, 2018 
we  had  cash  and  cash  equivalents  of  $426.2  million  and  total  long-term  debt  of  $1,809.3  million.  Approximately 
$202.9 million, or 11%, of our long-term debt accrues interest at variable rates and $8.0 million of our long-term debt 
matures in 2019.

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Motion Picture Exhibition Industry Overview

Domestic Markets

The U.S. motion picture exhibition industry reported box office revenues of approximately $11.1 billion for 
2017.  Preliminary estimates for 2018 indicate that box office revenues reached an all-time high of $11.9 billion, an 
approximate 7% increase over 2017. The following table represents the results of a survey by MPAA published during 
March 2018, outlining the historical trends in U.S. box office performance for the ten year period from 2008 to 2017 
(industry data for 2018 has not yet been released):

U.S. Box
Office Revenues  
($ in billions)

Attendance
(in billions)

Average Ticket  
Price

$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$

9.6  
10.6  
10.6  
10.2  
10.8  
10.9  
10.4  
11.1  
11.4  
11.1  

1.34  
1.42  
1.34  
1.28  
1.36  
1.34  
1.27  
1.32  
1.32  
1.24  

$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$

7.18  
7.50  
7.89  
7.93  
7.96  
8.13  
8.17  
8.43  
8.65  
8.97  

Year
2008  
2009  
2010  
2011  
2012  
2013  
2014  
2015  
2016  
2017  

Over the past ten years, industry statistics have shown slight increases and decreases in attendance from one 
year to another, however domestic box office revenues have remained relatively stable during this period.  The industry 
has  not  experienced  highly  volatile  results,  even  during  recessionary  periods,  demonstrating  the  stability  of  the 
industry, its continued ability to attract consumers and the fact that box office performance is primarily dependent on 
the quality and quantity of film product rather than economic cycles.  Average ticket prices can also be driven by the 
mix of film product and availability of films in premium formats.

Films  leading  the  box  office  during  the  year  ended  December  31,  2018  included  Black  Panther,  Avengers: 
Infinity War, Incredibles 2, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, Aquaman, Deadpool 2, Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch, Mission 
Impossible – Fallout, Ant-Man and the Wasp, Solo: A Star Wars Story, Venom, A Quiet Place, Crazy Rich Asians, 
Halloween,  Bumblebee,  Ralph  Breaks  the  Internet,  Fantastic  Beasts:  The  Crimes  of  Grindelwald,  Mary  Poppins 
Returns, A Star is Born, Bohemian Rhapsody and other films, as well as the carryover of The Greatest Showman, 
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle and Star Wars: The Last Jedi.

Films scheduled for release during 2019 include Avengers: Endgame, Star Wars: Episode IX, The Lion King, 
Frozen 2, Toy Story 4, Aladdin, Captain Marvel, It 2, Spider-Man: Far From Home, The Secret Life of Pets 2, Joker, 
Dumbo, and Godzilla 2 among other films.

International Markets

According to MPAA, international box office revenues increased approximately 7% to $29.5 billion for the year 
ended  December  31,  2017,  from  $27.4  billion  for  the  year  ended  December  31,  2016.    More  specifically,  Latin 
American box office revenues were $3.4 billion for the year ended December 31, 2017, compared to $2.8 billion for 
the  year  ended  December  31,  2016,  an  increase  of  approximately  22%.    (Industry  data  for  2018  has  not  yet  been 
released.)

While  certain  Latin  American  countries  have  experienced  recent  political  and  economic  challenges, 
performance  is  also  impacted  by  social  behaviors,  growing  populations,  continued  retail  development  in  select 
markets,  and  quality  product  from  Hollywood,  including  3-D  and  alternative  content  offerings.  In  many  Latin 
American countries, including Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Peru and Chile, successful local film product can also 
provide incremental box office growth opportunities. 

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We  believe  many  international  markets  will  expand  as  new  theatre  technologies  are  introduced  to  more 
locations, as film and other content offerings continue to broaden, as ancillary revenue opportunities grow and as local 
economies  strengthen.  We  also  believe  most  of  these  markets  are  underscreened  in  comparison  to  the  U.S.  and 
European markets.

Drivers of Continued Industry Success

We believe the following market trends will continue to drive the strength of our industry:

Importance  of  Theatrical  Success  in  Establishing  Movie  Brands.  Theatrical  exhibition  has  long  been  the 
primary distribution channel for new major motion picture releases. A successful theatrical release “brands” a film 
and is one of the major contributors to a film’s success in “downstream” markets, such as digital downloads, video 
on-demand, pay-per-view television, DVDs, SVOD, and network and syndicated television, as well as branded retail 
merchandise.

Convenient and Affordable Form of Out-Of-Home Entertainment.  Movie going continues to be one of the 
most convenient and affordable forms of out-of-home entertainment, with an estimated average ticket price in the U.S. 
of $8.97 in 2017. Average prices in 2017 for other forms of out-of-home entertainment in the U.S., including sporting 
events and theme parks, ranged from approximately $31.67 to $94.98 per ticket according to MPAA. (As of the date 
of this report, 2018 industry data was not yet available.)

Expansion  of  Concepts  and  Product  Offerings  that  Enhance  the  Movie-Going  Experience.    The  motion 
picture exhibition industry continues to develop new movie theatre platforms and concepts to respond to varying and 
changing consumer preferences and to continue to differentiate the movie-going experience from watching a movie 
at  home.  In  addition  to  changing  the  overall  style  of,  and  amenities  offered  in,  some  theatres,  concession  product 
offerings have continued to expand to more than just traditional popcorn and candy items. Many locations now offer 
hot foods, alcohol offerings and/or healthier snack options for guests.  Motion seats are offered in some locations, 
further enhancing the movie viewing experience. Virtual reality has also been developed for in-theatre enjoyment. 
New  and  enhanced  programming  alternatives  expand  the  industry’s  entertainment  offerings  to  attract  a  broader 
customer base.   

Contribution of International Markets to Box Office Performance. International markets continue to be an 
increasingly important component of the overall box office revenues generated by Hollywood films, accounting for 
$29.5 billion, or approximately 73%, of 2017 total worldwide box office revenues according to MPAA. (As of the 
date of this report, 2018 industry data was not yet available.) With the meaningful contribution of the international 
motion  picture  exhibition  industry,  we  believe  the  relative  contribution  of  markets  outside  North  America  will 
continue  to  be  impactful.  Many  of  the  top  U.S.  films  released  during  2018  also  performed  exceptionally  well  in 
international  markets.    Avengers:  Infinity  War  grossed  $1,370.0  million  in  international  markets,  or  67%  of  its 
worldwide box office.   Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom generated $887.1 million in international markets, or 68% 
of its worldwide box office.  Aquaman generated $774.2 million in international markets, or 71% of its worldwide 
box office.

Our Strategy

Key components of our strategy include:

Focus  on  Providing  an  Extraordinary  Guest  Experience  to  Maximize  Attendance.  We  differentiate  our 
theatres  by  focusing  on  providing  an  extraordinary  guest  experience  through  a  variety  of  initiatives,  as  discussed 
below. We believe our focus on the guest experience is a catalyst for attendance growth and is a primary factor in our 
consistent industry-leading results.

• We have a market-adaptive approach with our theatre amenities, including Luxury Lounger recliner 
seats, enhanced food and beverage offerings, and our exhibitor-branded premium large format, XD, 
IMAX, motion seats, and a new virtual reality offering in one of our domestic theatres.  Our innovative 
and advanced technology selections allow us to consistently deliver the highest quality presentation to 
fully immerse our guests in the on-screen action.   

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• We  have  taken  a  retail  approach  to  our  food  and  beverage  offerings,  which  include  the  traditional 
concession items such as popcorn, soft drinks and candy as well as enhanced menu items, alcohol and 
various cultural foods.  We also have merchandise stands in most theatres, bringing apparel, toys and 
other unique movie-themed products to our guests.  
Through  our  various  marketing  initiatives,  including  enhanced  and  tailored  customer  interactions, 
continued  investment  in  our  website  and  app  experiences  and  development  of  our  loyalty  and 
membership programs, we are dedicated to further understanding our guests and enriching their movie-
going experience.  We are also committed to providing a great employee experience through ongoing 
training,  incentive  programs  and  offering  a  supportive  environment,  as  our  engaged  employees  are 
empowered to provide first-rate customer service to our guests.  

Sustained Investment in Core Circuit Combined with Targeted Growth. We continually utilize our cash flows 
from operations to invest in our circuit to ensure the highest quality experience for our guests.  Our commitment to 
investing in our theatre assets is demonstrated by our level of capital expenditures for the years ended December 31, 
2017 and 2018, at approximately $380.9 million and $346.1 million, respectively. We selectively build or acquire new 
theatres in markets where we can establish and maintain a strong market position. During the year ended December 
31, 2018, we built eleven new theatres with 81 screens and acquired three theatres with 19 screens. 

Competitive Strengths

We believe the following strengths allow us to compete effectively: 

Disciplined Operating Philosophy. We generated operating income and net income attributable to Cinemark 
Holdings, Inc. of $388.3 million and $213.8 million, respectively, for the year ended December 31, 2018. Our solid 
operating performance is a result of our disciplined and consistent operating philosophy that centers on building new, 
and reinvesting in our existing, high-quality theatres, focusing on the guest experience, maintaining favorable theatre-
level economics, controlling operating costs and effectively reacting to economic and market changes. 

We continue to grow organically as well as through the acquisition of high-quality theatres in select markets.  
Our  growth  strategy  has  centered  around  meeting  our  stringent  return  on  investment  thresholds  while  also 
complementing our existing theatre circuit.  We continue to generate consistent cash flows from operating activities, 
which demonstrates the success of our growth strategy. We believe the combination of our strong balance sheet and 
our continued commitment to earn a strong return on our capital investments, will continue to provide us with the 
financial flexibility to pursue further expansion opportunities and maintain our existing locations at a high standard, 
while  also  allowing  us  to  effectively  service  our  debt  obligations  and  continue  to  offer  our  stockholders  a  strong 
dividend yield. 

Leading Position in Our U.S. Markets. We have a leading market share in most of the U.S. markets we serve, 
which includes a presence in 41 states. For the year ended December 31, 2018, we ranked either first or second, based 
on box office revenues, in 20 out of our top 25 U.S. markets, including the San Francisco Bay Area, Dallas, Houston, 
Salt Lake City, Sacramento, Cleveland, Austin and Las Vegas.

Located in Top Latin American Markets. We have successfully established a significant presence in major 
cities in Latin America, with theatres in fourteen of the twenty largest metropolitan areas in South America. As of 
December 31, 2018, we operated 205 theatres and 1,462 screens in 15 countries. Our international screens generated 
revenues of $682.8 million, or 21.2% of our total revenues, for the year ended December 31, 2018. We are the largest 
exhibitor in Brazil and Argentina and have significant market presence in Colombia, Peru and Chile. Our geographic 
diversity makes us an important global distribution channel for the movie studios.

State-of-the-Art Theatre Circuit. We offer a state-of-the-art movie-going experience, which we believe makes 
our theatres a preferred destination for moviegoers in our markets. During 2018, we built 81 new screens worldwide. 
As of December 31, 2018, we had commitments to open 212 additional new screens over the next three years. 

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We have incorporated Luxury Lounger recliner seats in all of our recent domestic new builds and have also 
repositioned many of our existing domestic theatres to offer this premium seating feature. We currently feature Luxury 
Loungers  in  2,565  domestic  auditoriums,  representing  55.9%  of  our  domestic  circuit.  We  plan  to  continue  to  add 
additional Luxury Loungers in certain of our domestic locations during 2019. 

Our XD screens represent the largest exhibitor-sponsored premium large format footprint in the industry. Our 
XD  auditoriums  offer  a  premium  experience  utilizing  the  latest  in  digital  projection  and  enhanced  custom  sound, 
including a Barco Auro 11.1 or Dolby Atmos sound system in select locations. The XD experience includes wall-to-
wall screens, wrap-around sound, plush seating and a maximum comfort entertainment environment for an immersive 
experience.  The  exceptional  XD  technology  does  not  require  special  format  movie  prints,  which  allows  us  the 
flexibility to showcase any available digital print we choose, including 3-D content, in our XD auditoriums. We also 
prefer the economies of our exhibitor-sponsored format since there is no additional revenue share component outside 
of routine film rental. As of December 31, 2018, we had 256 XD auditoriums in our worldwide circuit.   We expect 
to further expand our XD footprint during 2019.

We offer enhanced food and beverages such as fresh wraps, hot sandwiches, burgers, and gourmet pizzas, and 
a selection of beers, wines, and frozen cocktails, all of which can be enjoyed in the comfort of the auditoriums, at 
approximately 58% of our worldwide theatres. We also offer market-adaptive concepts with full bars or dine-in areas 
in certain of our theatres, and continue to expand to additional locations. 

We currently have auditoriums that offer seats with immersive cinematic motion, which we refer to as motion 
seats, throughout our worldwide circuit. These motion seats are programmed in harmony with the audio and video 
content of the film and further immerse guests in the on-screen action. We offer motion seats in 229 auditoriums 
throughout our worldwide circuit. We plan to add motion seats to additional locations during 2019.  

During  2018,  we  collaborated  on  an  in-theatre  immersive  virtual  reality  technology  in  one  of  our  domestic 
theatres that takes guests on a real-life, full-body journey where they engage with characters and their environment 
through sight, sound, touch, smell and motion. We plan to install this technology in at least one additional domestic 
theatre during 2019 and we are continuing to evaluate other locations at which we can offer our guests this unique 
entertainment option.

Experienced Management. Led by Chairman and founder Lee Roy Mitchell, Chief Executive Officer Mark 
Zoradi,  Chief  Operating  Officer  and  Chief  Financial  Officer  Sean  Gamble,  and  President-International  Valmir 
Fernandes, our operational management team has many years of industry experience.  Each of our international offices 
is led by general managers that are local citizens familiar with cultural, political and economic factors impacting each 
country. Our worldwide management team has successfully navigated us through many industry and economic cycles 
over the years. 

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Theatre Operations

As of December 31, 2018, we operated 546 theatres and 6,048 screens in 41 U.S. states and 15 Latin American 

countries. The following tables summarize the geographic locations of our theatre circuit as of December 31, 2018.

United States Theatres

State
Texas
California
Ohio
Utah
Nevada
Colorado
Illinois
Pennsylvania
Florida
Kentucky
Arizona
Oregon
North Carolina
Louisiana
Virginia
Oklahoma
Iowa
Washington
Connecticut
New Mexico
Michigan
Massachusetts
Arkansas
Mississippi
Maryland
Indiana
South Carolina
New Jersey
Georgia
South Dakota
Montana
Delaware
West Virginia
Kansas
New York
Alaska
Missouri
Alabama
Tennessee
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Total

Total

  Theatres

Total
Screens

86   
67   
29   
15   
9   
9   
9   
9   
6   
8   
7   
6   
7   
6   
6   
5   
4   
5   
4   
4   
3   
3   
3   
3   
2   
3   
3   
2   
2   
2   
2   
2   
2   
1   
1   
1   
1   
1   
1   
1   
1   
341   

1,136 
855 
365 
190 
140 
136 
126 
125 
110 
109 
104 
90 
83 
83 
82 
65 
62 
61 
58 
54 
46 
46 
44 
41 
39 
34 
34 
28 
27 
26 
25 
22 
22 
20 
17 
16 
15 
14 
14 
14 
8 
4,586  

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International Theatres

Country
Brazil
Colombia
Argentina
Central America(1)
Chile
Peru
Ecuador
Bolivia
Paraguay
Curacao
Total

 Total Theatres   Total Screens 
623 
84    
202 
36    
190 
22    
141 
20    
133 
19    
93 
13    
51 
8    
13 
1    
10 
1    
6 
1    
1,462  
205    

(1)

Includes Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama and Guatemala.

We first entered Latin America when we opened a theatre in Chile in 1993. Since then, through our focused 
international growth strategy, we have developed one of the most geographically diverse theatre circuits in the region. 
We have balanced our risk through a diversified international portfolio, which includes theatres in fourteen of the 
twenty largest metropolitan areas in South America. We have established significant presence in Brazil and Argentina, 
where we are the largest exhibitor. We also have significant market presence in Colombia, Peru and Chile. 

We  believe  that  certain  markets  within  Latin  America  continue  to  be  underserved  as  penetration  of  movie 
screens per capita in these markets is substantially lower than in the U.S. and European markets. We intend to continue 
to expand our presence in international markets, with emphasis on Latin America, and fund our expansion primarily 
with cash flow generated from operations. We are able to mitigate cash flow exposure to currency fluctuations by 
transacting local operating expenses primarily in their respective local currencies. Our geographic diversity throughout 
South  and  Central  America  has  allowed  us  to  maintain  consistent  local  currency  revenue  performance, 
notwithstanding currency and economic fluctuations that may affect any particular market. 

Content 

We offer a variety of content at our theatres.  We monitor upcoming films and other content and work diligently 
with film distributors to license the content that we believe will be most successful in our theatres. We play mainstream 
films from many different genres, such as animated films, family films, dramas, comedies, horror and action films. 
We offer content in both 2-D and 3-D formats in all of our theatres, and in many locations, we offer our exhibitor-
branded premium large format, XD. We also offer a format that features motion seats and added sensory features in 
addition to the ultra-realistic images of 3-D technology in select locations.

We regularly play art and independent films at many of our U.S. theatres and offer local film product in our 
international markets, providing a variety of film choices to our guests. We offer a Classic Series at a majority of our 
U.S. theatres and some of our international theatres, which involves playing digitally re-mastered classic movies that 
change on a weekly basis. The program covers a variety of genres of classic films that are generally exhibited during 
non-peak times.

Our joint venture, AC JV, LLC, with Regal Entertainment Group, or Regal, and AMC Entertainment, Inc., or 
AMC, provides marketing and distribution of live and pre-recorded entertainment programming to movie theatres to 
augment theatres’ feature film schedules, which includes the Metropolitan Opera, sports programs, concert events, e-
sports gaming events and other special presentations, that may be live or pre-recorded. We, along with AC JV, LLC, 
continue to identify new ways to utilize our theatre platform to provide entertainment to consumers.

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In the domestic marketplace, our corporate film department negotiates with film distributors to license films for 
each of our domestic theatres. In each of our international offices, our local film personnel negotiate with local offices 
of  major  film  distributors  as  well  as  local  film  distributors  to  license  films  for  our  international  theatres.  Film 
distributors  are  responsible  for  determining  film  release  dates  and  film  marketing  campaigns  and  the  related 
expenditures, while we are responsible for booking the films at each of our theatres at the optimal showtimes for our 
guests. In most instances, we are able to license each first-run, wide-release film without regard to the bookings of 
other exhibitors within that area. In certain limited situations, our theatres compete with other nearby theatres for film 
content from film distributors. We face competition for patrons from other exhibitors and other forms of entertainment, 
as discussed under Competition below, at all of our theatres in all markets. Our theatre personnel focus on providing 
an extraordinary guest experience, and we provide a high-quality facility with the most up-to-date sound systems, 
comfortable seating and other amenities preferred by our guests, which we believe gives us a competitive advantage 
in markets where competing theatres play the same films. 

In both our domestic and international locations, we pay film rental fees based on a film’s box office receipts at 
our theatres. Film rental rates are negotiated based on either a sliding scale formula under which the rate is based on 
a standard rate matrix that is established prior to a film’s run; a firm terms formula, as determined prior to a film’s 
run, under which we pay a negotiated rate; or a rate that is negotiated after a film’s run.  

Food and Beverage 

Concession sales are our second largest revenue source, consistently representing approximately 35% of total 
revenues. We have devoted considerable management effort to expanding concession sales by enhancing our offerings 
and adapting to our customers’ changing preferences, as discussed below. 

Concession Product Mix. Common concession products offered at all of our theatres may include various sizes 
and types of popcorn, soft drinks, coffees, non-carbonated drinks, candy and quickly-prepared or pre-prepared food, 
such as hot dogs, pizza, pretzel bites, nachos and ice cream. The food and beverage offerings vary based on consumer 
preferences in a particular market. We have introduced some healthier snack and beverage options for our guests, 
which are available at some locations, added alcohol offerings in a growing number of theatres, and also offer diverse 
ethnic foods based on market demographics. 

In select locations, we have expanded concession product offerings to include a broader variety of food and 
drink  options,  such  as  fresh  wraps,  hot  sandwiches,  burgers,  gourmet  pizzas,  and  a  selection  of  beers,  wines,  and 
frozen cocktails, all of which can be enjoyed in the comfort of the auditoriums.  We also have lobby bars and VIP 
lounges in many domestic and international theatres.

Our proprietary point-of-sale system allows our category managers to monitor product sales and readily make 
adjustments  to  product  mix  on  a  theatre-by-theatre  or  market-by-market  basis,  when  necessary.  This  program 
flexibility also allows us to efficiently activate and manage both national or regional product launches and promotional 
initiatives to further grow food and beverage sales.  

Pricing.  New  products  and  promotions  are  introduced  on  a  regular  basis  to  increase  concession  purchase 
incidence by existing buyers as well as to attract new buyers. We offer specially-priced product combinations at our 
theatres. We routinely offer discounts to our guests on certain products by offering weekly coupons as well as reusable 
popcorn tubs and soft drink cups that can be refilled at a discounted price. In certain international countries and in all 
of our domestic theatres, we offer a loyalty program that periodically offers food and beverage discounts. Our new 
Cinemark Movie Club membership program also allows our domestic guests to sign-up for exclusive concessions 
discounts.

Staff Training. Employees are continually trained in proper sales techniques, food preparation and handling and 
maintaining concession product quality. Some of our product promotions include a motivational element that rewards 
theatre staff for exceptional sales of certain promotional items. 

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Theatre Design. Our theatres are designed to optimize the guest purchase experience at the concession stands, 
which includes multiple concession counters throughout a theatre to facilitate serving guests in an expedited manner. 
We strategically place large concession stands within theatres to heighten visibility, reduce the length of concession 
lines, and improve traffic flow around the concession stands. We incorporate self-serve candy cases and bottled drink 
coolers at our traditional crew-serve theatres to help provide convenience for our guests, drive purchase incidence and 
increase product availability for these two core categories. We also have self-service cafeteria-style concession areas 
in many of our domestic theatres, which allow customers to select their own refreshments and proceed to the cash 
register when they are ready. This design allows for more efficient service, and superior visibility of concession items. 
In some of our international locations, we allow guests to pre-order concession items, either online or at a kiosk, and 
pick them up in a dedicated line at the concession counter.  

Cost Control. We negotiate prices for concession supplies directly with concession vendors and manufacturers 
to obtain volume discounts and also negotiate volume-based and promotional-based rebates with our larger suppliers. 
Concession  supplies  are  generally  distributed  through  a  distribution  network.  The  concession  distributor  delivers 
inventory  to  the  theatres  after  receiving  orders  directly  from  the  theatres  or  through  an  online  electronic  ordering 
system.  We conduct frequent inventory counts of concession products at every theatre to ensure proper stock levels 
are maintained to appropriately serve our guests.

Pre-Feature Screen Advertising

In our domestic markets, our theatres are part of the in-theatre digital network operated by National CineMedia, 
LLC,  or  NCM.  NCM  provides  advertising  to  our  theatres  through  its  branded  “Noovie”  pre-show  entertainment 
program and also handles lobby promotions and displays for our theatres. We believe that the reach, scope and digital 
delivery capability of NCM’s network provides an effective platform for national, regional and local advertisers to 
reach our audience. We receive a monthly theatre access fee for participation in the NCM network and also earn screen 
advertising revenue on a per patron basis. As of December 31, 2018, we had an approximate 25% ownership interest 
in NCM. See Note 6 to the consolidated financial statements for further discussion of our investment in NCM.

In our international markets, our wholly-owned subsidiary Flix Media Publicidade E Entretenimento, Ltda., or 
Flix Media, handles our screen advertising functions in Brazil. Our Flix Media marketing personnel work with local 
agencies and advertisers to coordinate screen advertising in our Brazil theatres. We have expanded the Flix Media 
advertising services to other exhibitors in Brazil through revenue share agreements. In Argentina, we have in-house 
personnel that work with local advertisers to arrange screen advertising in our Argentina theatres. We also operate 
advertising subsidiaries that support our theatres in Chile, Central America, Colombia, Paraguay, Bolivia, Ecuador 
and Curacao. In Chile, our Flix subsidiary also represents Cinepolis, making our subsidiary the local leader in cinema 
advertising.  In addition to screen advertising in our theatres, we intend to expand Flix Media’s services to include, 
among other things, alternative content, digital media and other synergistic media opportunities. In a few of our other 
international markets, we outsource our screen advertising to local companies who have established relationships with 
local advertisers that provide similar programming benefits. The terms of our international screen advertising contracts 
vary by country, however, we generally earn a percentage of the screen advertising revenues for access to our screens. 

Marketing and Promotions

We generally market our theatres and special events, including new theatre grand openings, remodel openings 
and VIP events, using email, organic and paid digital advertising, directory film schedules, and radio and television 
advertising spots. We exhibit previews of coming attractions and current films as part of our on-screen pre-feature 
program. We offer guests access to movie times, the ability to buy their tickets and reserve their seats in advance and 
purchase gift cards at our website www.cinemark.com and via our smart phone and tablet applications. Customers can 
subscribe to our weekly emails to receive information about current and upcoming films at their preferred Cinemark 
theatre(s), including details about upcoming Cinemark XD movies, advanced ticket sales, screenings, special events, 
concerts  and  live  broadcasts;  as  well  as  contests,  promotions,  and  coupons  for  concession  savings.  Email 
communications and push notifications are utilized to provide customers with the latest information or exclusive offers 
such as screenings, contests or promotions. We partner with film distributors on a regular basis to promote upcoming 
films through local, regional and national programs that are exclusive to our theatres. These programs may involve 
customer contests that include exclusive giveaways, cross-promotions with the media and other third parties and other 
means to impact patronage for films showing at our theatres. 

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We interact with guests every day on social media platforms, such as Facebook, on which we recently reached 
nine million followers, Twitter and Instagram.  Through social media, we provide relevant information, quick access 
to advanced ticketing information and upcoming movies and events, as well as to respond to guest feedback. Guests 
can  also  utilize  social  media  to  ask  us  questions  regarding  their  local  Cinemark  theatre  offerings,  movie-related 
information or to provide suggestions.

We launched a subscription membership program for our domestic circuit in December 2017.  Cinemark Movie 
Club offers guests a monthly fixed-price 2D ticket, member-pricing for a companion ticket and concession and other 
transaction  discounts.   Cinemark  Movie  Club  is  a  unique  option  to  reward  our  loyal  guests  and  allows  us  to  stay 
informed of our frequent guests’ preferences.

We  offer  a  free  domestic  loyalty  program  to  our  guests,  called  Connections,  which  was  launched  in  2016. 
Connections allows our guests to earn points for different types of transactions as tracked through our Cinemark smart 
phone app.  Points can then be redeemed for tickets, concession items and discounts, as well as unique and limited 
edition experiential rewards that relate to films currently playing at our theatres. 

We also have loyalty programs in most of our international markets that either allow customers to pay a nominal 
fee for an annual membership card that provides them with certain admissions and concession discounts or that allows 
guests to earn loyalty points for each purchase. Similar to the Connections program, our points-based international 
programs offer discounts on movie tickets and concessions. Our global loyalty programs put us in direct contact with 
our guests and provides additional opportunities for us to partner with the studios and our vendors through targeted 
promotions. 

Our  domestic  and  international  marketing  departments  also  focus  on  expanding  ancillary  revenue,  which 
includes  the  sale  of  our  gift  cards  and  our  SuperSaver  discount  tickets.  We  generally  market  these  programs  to 
businesses as an employee-incentive or rewards program. Our marketing departments also coordinate the use of our 
auditoriums, generally during off-peak times, for corporate meetings, private movie screenings, brand and product 
launches, education and training sessions or other private events, which contribute to our ancillary revenue.  

Competition

We are one of the leaders in the motion picture exhibition industry. We compete against local, regional, national 
and international exhibitors with respect to attracting guests, licensing films and developing new theatre sites. Our 
primary U.S. competitors include Regal and AMC and our primary international competitors, which vary by country, 
include Cinépolis, Cine Colombia, CinePlanet, Kinoplex (GSR), and Araujo.

We are generally able to book films without regard to the film bookings of other exhibitors at many of our 
theatres. In certain limited situations, distributors allocate movies to only one theatre in a market generally based on 
demographics,  the  conditions,  capacity  and  grossing  potential  of  each  theatre,  and  the  terms  of  exhibition.  In  all 
theatres, our success in attracting guests can depend on customer service quality, location, theatre capacity, quality of 
projection and sound equipment, film showtime availability and ticket prices. 

We compete for new theatre sites with other movie theatre exhibitors as well as other entertainment venues. 
Securing  a  potential  site  depends  upon  factors  such  as  committed  investment  and  resources,  theatre  design  and 
capacity, revenue potential, and financial stability.  

We  face  competition  for  patrons  from  a  number  of  alternative  film  distribution  channels,  such  as  digital 
downloads, video on-demand, pay-per-view television, DVDs, SVOD, network and syndicated television. We also 
face competition from other forms of entertainment competing for the public’s leisure time and disposable income, 
such as family entertainment centers, concerts, theme parks and sporting events.

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Seasonality

Our revenues have historically been seasonal, coinciding with the timing of releases of motion pictures by the 
major distributors. Generally, the most successful motion pictures have been released during summer months in the 
U.S., extending from May to July, and during the holiday season, extending from November through year-end. The 
timing of releases, however, has become less pronounced as distributors have begun releasing content more evenly 
throughout the year.  In our Latin American markets, while Hollywood content has similar release dates as in the U.S., 
the local holidays and seasons can vary. The unexpected emergence of a hit film during other periods can impact this 
seasonality trend. The timing and quality of film releases can have a significant impact on our results of operations, 
and the results of one period are not necessarily indicative of results for the following period or for the same period in 
the following year.

Corporate Operations

Our worldwide headquarters, referred to as the Cinemark Service Center, is located in Plano, Texas. Personnel 
at the Cinemark Service Center provide oversight and support for our domestic and international theatres, including 
our executive team and department heads in charge of film licensing, food and beverage, theatre operations, theatre 
construction and maintenance, real estate, human resources, marketing, legal, finance, accounting, tax and information 
technology. Our U.S. operations are comprised of twenty regions, each of which is headed by a regional vice president. 
We have nine regional offices in Latin America responsible for the local management of theatres in fifteen countries 
(Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Guatemala and Curacao are managed out of one Central 
American regional office). Each regional office is headed by a general manager with additional personnel responsible 
for film licensing, marketing, human resources, information technology, operations and finance. We have divisional 
chief financial officers in Brazil and Argentina and a regional chief financial officer located in Chile that oversees 
Chile, Bolivia and Paraguay. 

Employees

We have approximately 20,000 employees in the U.S., approximately 21% of whom are full time employees 
and 79% of whom are part time employees. We have approximately 9,500 employees in our international markets, 
approximately 78% of whom are full time employees and approximately 22% of whom are part time employees. Due 
to the seasonal nature of our business as discussed above, our headcount can vary throughout the year, depending on 
the timing and success of movie releases. Some of our international locations are subject to union regulations. We 
regard our relations with our employees to be satisfactory.

Regulations

The  distribution  of  motion  pictures  is  largely  regulated  by  federal  and  state  antitrust  laws  and  has  been  the 
subject of numerous antitrust cases. The manner in which we can license films from certain major film distributors 
has been influenced by consent decrees resulting from these cases. Consent decrees bind certain major film distributors 
and require the films of such distributors to be offered and licensed to exhibitors, including Cinemark, on a theatre-
by-theatre  and  film-by-film  basis.  Consequently,  exhibitors  cannot  enter  into  long-term  arrangements  with  major 
distributors, but must negotiate for licenses on a theatre-by-theatre and film-by-film basis.

We  are  subject  to  various  general  regulations  applicable  to  our  operations  including  the  Americans  with 
Disabilities Act of 1990, or the ADA, and regulations recently issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration that 
require nutrition labels for certain menu items. Our domestic and international theatre operations are also subject to 
federal, state and local laws governing such matters as wages, working conditions, citizenship, health and sanitation 
requirements and various business licensing and permitting.

Financial Information About Geographic Areas

We  currently  have  operations  in  the  U.S.,  Brazil,  Argentina,  Chile,  Colombia,  Peru,  Ecuador,  Honduras,  El 
Salvador,  Nicaragua,  Costa  Rica,  Panama,  Guatemala,  Bolivia,  Curacao,  and  Paraguay,  which  are  reflected  in  the 
consolidated financial statements. See Note 19 to the consolidated financial statements for segment information and 
financial information by geographic area.

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Item 1A. Risk Factors 

Our business depends on film production and performance. 

Our business depends on both the availability of suitable films for exhibition in our theatres and the success of 
those  films  in  our  markets.  Reduced  volume  of  film  releases,  poor  performance  of  films,  the  disruption  in  the 
production of films due to events such as a strike by directors, writers or actors, a reduction in financing options for 
the film distributors, or a reduction in the marketing efforts of the film distributors to promote their films could have 
an adverse effect on our business by resulting in fewer patrons and reduced revenues.

Our results of operations fluctuate on a seasonal basis.

Our results of operations vary from period to period based upon the quantity and quality of the motion pictures 
that  we  show  in  our  theatres.  The  major  film  distributors  generally  release  the  films  they  anticipate  will  be  most 
successful during the summer and holiday seasons. Consequently, we typically generate higher revenues during these 
periods.  The timing of releases, however, has become less pronounced as distributors have begun releasing content 
more evenly throughout the year.  In our Latin American markets, while Hollywood content has similar release dates 
as in the U.S., the local holidays and seasons can vary. The unexpected emergence of a successful film during other 
periods or the failure of an expected success at a key time could alter this seasonality trend. Due to the dependency on 
the success of films released from one period to the next, results of operations for one period may not be indicative of 
the results for the following period or the same period in the following year.

A  deterioration  in  relationships  with  film  distributors  could  adversely  affect  our  ability  to  obtain  commercially 
successful films.

We rely on the film distributors to supply the films shown in our theatres. The film distribution business is 
highly concentrated, with seven major film distributors accounting for approximately 90% of U.S. box office revenues 
and 48 of the top 50 grossing films during 2018. Numerous antitrust cases and consent decrees resulting from the 
antitrust cases impact the distribution of films. Film distributors license films to exhibitors on a theatre-by-theatre and 
film-by-film basis. Consequently, we cannot guarantee a supply of films by entering into long-term arrangements with 
major distributors. We are therefore required to negotiate licenses for each film and for each theatre. A deterioration 
in  our  relationship  with  any  of  the  seven  major  film  distributors  could  adversely  affect  our  ability  to  obtain 
commercially successful films and to negotiate favorable licensing terms for such films, both of which could adversely 
affect our business and operating results.

We face intense competition for patrons and films which may adversely affect our business.

The motion picture exhibition industry is highly competitive. We compete against local, regional, national and 
international exhibitors in many of our markets. We compete for both patrons and licensing of films. In markets where 
we do not face nearby competitive theatres, there is a risk of new theatres being built. The degree of competition for 
patrons is dependent upon such factors as location, theatre capacity, presentation quality, film showtime availability, 
customer service quality, products and amenities offered, and ticket prices. The principal competitive factors with 
respect  to  film  licensing  include  the  theatre’s  location  and  its  demographics,  the  condition,  capacity  and  grossing 
potential of each theatre, and licensing terms. We also face competition from new concept theatres such as dine-in 
theatres and tavern style theatres that open in close proximity to our conventional theatres. If we are unable to attract 
patrons or to license successful films, our business may be adversely affected.

An increase in the use of alternative film distribution channels or other competing forms of entertainment may 
reduce movie theatre attendance and limit revenue growth.

We  face  competition  for  patrons  from  a  number  of  alternative  film  distribution  channels,  such  as  digital 
downloads, video on-demand, pay-per-view television, DVDs, SVOD, network and syndicated television. Some of 
these  distribution  channels  have  seen  growth  in  production  in  recent  years.  We  also  compete  with  other  forms  of 
entertainment,  such  as  family  entertainment  centers,  concerts,  theme  parks,  gaming  and  sporting  events,  for  our 
patrons’ leisure time and disposable income. A significant increase in popularity of these alternative film distribution 
channels, competing forms of entertainment or improvements in technologies available at home could have an adverse 
effect on our business and results of operations.

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Our results of operations may be impacted by shrinking video and digital release windows.

The average video and digital release window, which represents the time that elapses from the date of a film’s 
theatrical release to the date a film is available to consumers at home has been approximately ninety days for the past 
several years. If patrons choose to wait for an in-home release rather than attend a theatre to view the film, it may 
adversely impact our business and results of operations, financial condition and cash flows. These release windows, 
which are determined by the studios, may shrink further or be eliminated altogether, which could have an adverse 
impact on our business and results of operations. 

General political, social and economic conditions can adversely affect our attendance.

Our results of operations are dependent on general political, social and economic conditions, and the impact of 
such conditions on our theatre operating costs and on the willingness of consumers to spend money at movie theatres. 
If consumers’ discretionary income declines during a period of an economic downturn or political uncertainty, our 
operations could be adversely affected. If theatre operating costs, such as utility costs, increase due to political or 
economic changes, our results of operations could be adversely affected. Political events, such as terrorist attacks, and 
health-related epidemics, such as flu outbreaks, could cause people to avoid our theatres or other public places where 
large crowds are in attendance, which could adversely affect our results of operations. In addition, a natural disaster, 
such as a hurricane or an earthquake, could impact our ability to operate certain of our theatres, which could adversely 
affect our results of operations.

Our foreign operations are subject to adverse regulations, economic instability and currency exchange risk.

We have 205 theatres with 1,462 screens in fifteen countries in Latin America. Brazil represented approximately 
9% of our consolidated 2018 revenues. Governmental regulation of the motion picture industry in foreign markets 
differs from that in the U.S. Changes in regulations affecting prices and quota systems requiring the exhibition of 
locally-produced films may adversely affect our international operations. Our international operations are subject to 
certain  political,  economic  and  other  uncertainties  not  encountered  by  our  domestic  operations,  including  risks  of 
severe economic downturns and high inflation. We also face risks of currency fluctuations, hard currency shortages 
and controls of foreign currency exchange and cash transfers to the U.S., all of which could have an adverse effect on 
the results of our operations.

We have substantial long-term lease and debt obligations, which may restrict our ability to fund current and future 
operations and that restrict our ability to enter into certain transactions.

We  have,  and  will  continue  to  have,  significant  long-term  debt  service  obligations  and  long-term  lease 
obligations. As of December 31, 2018, we had $1,809.3 million in long-term debt obligations, $259.5 million in capital 
lease  obligations  and  $1,784.5  million  in  long-term  operating  lease  obligations.  Our  substantial  lease  and  debt 
obligations pose risk by:

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requiring  us  to  dedicate  a  substantial  portion  of  our  cash  flows  to  payments  on  our  lease  and  debt 
obligations, thereby reducing the availability of our cash flows from operations to fund working capital, 
capital expenditures, acquisitions and other corporate requirements and to pay dividends;

impeding our ability to obtain additional financing in the future for working capital, capital expenditures, 
acquisitions and general corporate purposes;

subjecting  us  to  the  risk  of  increased  sensitivity  to  interest  rate  increases  on  our  variable  rate  debt, 
including our borrowings under our senior secured credit facility;

limiting our ability to invest in innovations in technology and implement new platforms or concepts in 
our theatres; and

making  us  more  vulnerable  to  a  downturn  in  our  business  and  competitive  pressures  and  limiting  our 
flexibility to plan for, or react to, changes in our industry or the economy.

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Our ability to make scheduled payments of principal and interest with respect to our indebtedness will depend 
on our ability to generate positive cash flows and on our future financial results. Our ability to generate positive cash 
flows is subject to general economic, financial, competitive, regulatory and other factors that are beyond our control. 
We may not be able to continue to generate cash flows at current levels, or guarantee that future borrowings will be 
available under our senior secured credit facility, in an amount sufficient to enable us to pay our indebtedness. If our 
cash flows and capital resources are insufficient to fund our lease and debt service obligations, we may be forced to 
reduce or delay capital expenditures, sell assets or operations, seek additional capital or restructure or refinance our 
indebtedness. We may not be able to take any of these actions, and these actions may not be successful or permit us 
to meet our scheduled debt service obligations and these actions may be restricted under the terms of our existing or 
future debt agreements, including our senior secured credit facility. 

If we fail to make any required payment under the agreements governing our leases and indebtedness or fail to 
comply with the financial and operating covenants contained in them, we would be in default, and as a result, our debt 
holders would have the ability to require that we immediately repay our outstanding indebtedness and the lenders 
under our senior secured credit facility could terminate their commitments to lend us money and foreclose against the 
assets  securing  their  borrowings.  We  could  be  forced  into  bankruptcy  or  liquidation.  The  acceleration  of  our 
indebtedness under one agreement may permit acceleration of indebtedness under other agreements that contain cross-
default  and  cross-acceleration  provisions.  If  our  indebtedness  is  accelerated,  we  may  not  be  able  to  repay  our 
indebtedness or borrow sufficient funds to refinance it. Even if we are able to obtain new financing, it may not be on 
commercially reasonable terms or on terms that are acceptable to us. If our debt holders require immediate payment, 
we may not have sufficient assets to satisfy our obligations under our indebtedness.

We  are  rated  by  nationally  recognized  rating  agencies.  The  rating  scales  and  methodologies  used  to  derive 
individual  ratings  may  vary  from  agency  to  agency.  Credit  ratings  are  issued  by  credit  rating  agencies  based  on 
evaluations of our ability to pay back our outstanding debt and the likelihood that we would default on that debt prior 
to  its  maturity.    The  credit  ratings  issued  by  the  rating  agencies  represent  the  rating  agency's  evaluation  of  both 
qualitative and quantitative information for our company. The credit ratings that are issued are based on the rating 
agency’s  judgment  and  experience  in  determining  what  information  should  be  considered  in  giving  a  rating  to  a 
particular company. Ratings are always subject to change and there can be no assurance that our current ratings will 
continue for any given period of time. A downgrade of our debt ratings, depending on the extent, could increase the 
cost to borrow funds.

A failure to adapt to future technological innovations could impact our ability to compete effectively and could 
adversely affect our results of operations.

While  we  continue  to  invest  in  technological  innovations,  such  as  motion  seats  and  satellite  distribution 
technologies, new technological innovations continue to impact our industry. If we are unable to respond to or invest 
in changes in technology and the technological preferences of our customers, we may not be able to compete with 
other exhibitors or other entertainment venues, which could adversely affect our results of operations.

We  are  subject  to  uncertainties  relating  to  future  expansion  plans,  including  our  ability  to  identify  suitable 
acquisition candidates or new theatre site locations, and to obtain financing for such activities on favorable terms 
or at all.

We have greatly expanded our operations over the last decade through targeted worldwide theatre development 
and acquisitions. We continue to pursue a strategy of expansion that will involve the development of new theatres and 
may  involve  acquisitions  of  existing  theatres  and  theatre  circuits  both  in  the  U.S.  and  internationally.  There  is 
significant competition for new site locations and for existing theatre and theatre circuit acquisition opportunities. As 
a result of such competition, we may not be able to acquire attractive site locations, existing theatres or theatre circuits 
on terms we consider acceptable. The pace of our growth may also be impacted by delays in site development caused 
by other parties. Acquisitions and expansion opportunities may divert a significant amount of management’s time 
away from the operation of our business. Growth by acquisition also involves risks relating to difficulties in integrating 
the operations and personnel of acquired companies and the potential loss of key employees of acquired companies. 
Our  expansion  strategy  may  not  result  in  improvements  to  our  business,  financial  condition,  profitability,  or  cash 
flows. Further, our expansion programs may require financing above our existing borrowing capacity and operating 
cash flows. We may not be able to obtain such financing or ensure that such financing will be available to us on 
acceptable terms or at all.

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If we do not comply with the ADA and the safe harbor framework included in the consent order we entered into 
with the Department of Justice, or the DOJ, we could be subject to further litigation.

Our theatres must comply with Title III of the ADA and analogous state and local laws. Compliance with the 
ADA requires among other things that public facilities “reasonably accommodate” individuals with disabilities and 
that  new  construction  or  alterations  made  to  “commercial  facilities”  conform  to  accessibility  guidelines  unless 
“structurally impracticable” for new construction or technically infeasible for alterations. On November 15, 2004, 
Cinemark and the DOJ entered into a consent order, which was filed with the U.S. District Court for the Northern 
District of Ohio, Eastern Division. Under the consent order, the DOJ approved a safe harbor framework for us to 
construct all of our future stadium-style movie theatres. The DOJ has stipulated that all theatres built in compliance 
with the consent order will comply with the wheelchair seating requirements of the ADA. If we fail to comply with 
the ADA, remedies could include imposition of injunctive relief, fines, awards for damages to private litigants and 
additional capital expenditures to remedy non-compliance. Imposition of significant fines, damage awards or capital 
expenditures to cure non-compliance could adversely affect our business and operating results.

We may be subject to increased labor and benefits costs.

In the U.S., we are subject to United States federal and state laws governing such matters as minimum wages, 
working conditions and overtime. We are also subject to union regulations in certain of our international markets, 
which can specify wage rates as well as minimum hours to be paid to certain employees. As federal and state minimum 
wage rates increase, we may need to increase not only the wages of our minimum wage employees, but also the wages 
paid to employees at wage rates that are above minimum wage. Labor shortages, increased employee turnover and 
health care mandates could also increase our labor costs. This in turn could lead us to increase prices, which could 
impact our sales. Conversely, if competitive pressures or other factors prevent us from offsetting increased labor costs 
by increases in prices, our results of operations may be adversely impacted.

A credit market crisis may adversely affect our ability to raise capital and may materially impact our operations.

Severe dislocations and liquidity disruptions in the credit markets could materially impact our ability to obtain 
debt financing on reasonable terms or at all. The inability to access debt financing on reasonable terms could materially 
impact our ability to make acquisitions, invest in technology innovations or significantly expand our business in the 
future. 

Our ability to pay dividends may be limited or otherwise restricted.

Our ability to pay dividends is limited by our status as a holding company and the terms of our senior notes 
indentures and our senior secured credit facility, which restrict our ability to pay dividends and the ability of certain 
of our subsidiaries to pay dividends, directly or indirectly, to us. Under our debt instruments, we may pay a cash 
dividend up to a specified amount, provided we have satisfied certain financial covenants in, and are not in default 
under, our debt instruments. The declaration of future dividends on our common stock, par value $0.001 per share, or 
Common Stock, will be at the discretion of our board of directors and will depend upon many factors, including our 
results of operations, financial condition, earnings, capital requirements, limitations in our debt agreements and legal 
requirements. 

Provisions in our corporate documents and certain agreements, as well as Delaware law, may hinder a change of 
control.

Provisions in our amended and restated certificate of incorporation and bylaws, as well as provisions of the 

Delaware General Corporation Law, could discourage unsolicited proposals to acquire us. These provisions include:

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authorization of our board of directors to issue shares of preferred stock without stockholder approval;

a  board  of  directors  classified  into  three  classes  of  directors  with  the  directors  of  each  class  having 
staggered, three-year terms;

provisions regulating the ability of our stockholders to nominate directors for election or to bring matters 
for action at annual meetings of our stockholders; and

provisions of Delaware law that restrict many business combinations and provide that directors serving 
on classified boards of directors, such as ours, may be removed only for cause.

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Certain  provisions  of  our  4.875%  senior  notes  indenture,  our  5.125%  senior  notes  indenture  and  our  senior 
secured  credit  facility  may  have  the  effect  of  delaying  or  preventing  future  transactions  involving  a  “change  of 
control.” A “change of control” would require us to make an offer to the holders of each of our 4.875% senior notes 
and  our  5.125%  senior  notes  to  repurchase  all  of  the  outstanding  notes  at  a  purchase  price  equal  to  101%  of  the 
aggregate principal amount outstanding plus accrued and unpaid interest to the date of purchase. A “change of control” 
would also be an event of default under our senior secured credit facility.

Future sales of our Common Stock may adversely affect the prevailing market price.

If a large number of shares of our Common Stock is sold in the open market, or if there is a perception that such 
sales will occur, the trading price of our Common Stock could decrease. In addition, the sale of these shares could 
impair our ability to raise capital through the sale of additional Common Stock. As of December 31, 2018, we had an 
aggregate of 170,248,650 shares of our Common Stock authorized but unissued and not reserved for specific purposes. 
In general, we may issue all of these shares without any action or approval by our stockholders. We may issue shares 
of our Common Stock in connection with acquisitions.

As  of  December  31,  2018,  we  had  116,830,530  shares  of  our  Common  Stock  outstanding.  Of  these  shares, 
approximately 105,931,731 shares were freely tradable. The remaining shares of our Common Stock were “restricted 
securities” as that term is defined in Rule 144 under the Securities Act. Restricted securities may not be resold in a 
public distribution except in compliance with the registration requirements of the Securities Act or pursuant to an 
exemption  therefrom,  including  the  exemptions  provided  by  Regulation S  and  Rule 144  promulgated  under  the 
Securities Act.

We  cannot  predict  whether  substantial  amounts  of  our  Common  Stock  will  be  sold  in  the  open  market  in 
anticipation of, or following, any divestiture by any of our large stockholders, our directors or executive officers of 
their shares of Common Stock.

As of December 31, 2018, there were 7,700,363 shares of our Common Stock reserved for issuance under our 

2017 Omnibus Incentive Plan. 

Legislative or regulatory initiatives related to global warming/climate change concerns may negatively impact our 
business.

Recently, there has been an increasing focus and continuous debate on global climate change including increased 
attention from regulatory agencies and legislative bodies. This increased focus may lead to new initiatives directed at 
regulating an as yet unspecified array of environmental matters. Legislative, regulatory or other efforts in the U.S. to 
combat climate change could result in future increases in the cost of raw materials, taxes, transportation and utilities 
for our vendors and for us which would result in higher operating costs for the Company. Also, compliance of our 
theatres and accompanying real estate with new and revised environmental, zoning, land-use or building codes, laws, 
rules or regulations, could have a material and adverse effect on our business.  However, we are unable to predict at 
this time, the potential effects, if any, that any future environmental initiatives may have on our business.

We may be subject to liability under environmental laws and regulations.

We own and operate a large number of theatres and other properties within the U.S. and internationally, which 
may  be  subject  to  various  foreign,  federal,  state  and  local  laws  and  regulations  relating  to  the  protection  of  the 
environment or human health. Such environmental laws and regulations include those that impose liability for the 
investigation and remediation of spills or releases of hazardous materials. We may incur such liability, including for 
any currently or formerly owned, leased or operated property, or for any site, to which we may have disposed, or 
arranged for the disposal of, hazardous materials or wastes. Certain of these laws and regulations may impose liability, 
including on a joint and several liability, which can result in a liable party being obliged to pay for greater than its 
share, regardless of fault or the legality of the original disposal. Environmental conditions relating to our properties 
or operations could have an adverse effect on our business and results of operations and cash flows.

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Cyber security threats and our failure to protect our electronically stored data could adversely affect our business. 

We collect, use, store and maintain electronic information and data necessary to conduct our business, including 
confidential  and  proprietary  information  of  the  company,  our  customers,  and  our  employees.  We  also  rely  on  the 
availability of information technology systems to operate our business, including for communications, receiving and 
displaying movies, ticketing, guest services, payments, and other general operations. We rely on some of our vendors 
to store and process certain data and to manage, host, and/or provide some of our information technology systems. 
Because  of  the  scope  and  complexity  of  our  information  technology  systems,  our  reliance  on  vendors  to  provide, 
support  and  protect  our  systems  and  data,  and  the  constantly  evolving  cyber-threat  landscape,  our  information 
technology systems are subject to the risk of disruption, failure, unauthorized access, cyber-terrorism, human error, 
misuse, tampering, theft, and other cyber-attacks. These or similar events, whether accidental or intentional, could 
result in theft, unauthorized access or disclosure, loss, fraudulent or unlawful use of customer, employee or company 
data,  which  could  harm  our  reputation  or  result  in  a  loss  of  business,  as  well  as  remedial  and  other  costs,  fines, 
investigations,  enforcement  actions  or  lawsuits.  These  or  similar  events  could  also  lead  to  an  interruption  in  the 
operation  of  our  systems  resulting  in  business  impact,  including  loss  of  business.  Those  same  scope,  complexity, 
reliance,  and  changing  cyber-threat  landscape  factors  could  also  affect  our  ability  to  adapt  to  and  comply  with 
changing  regulations  and  contractual  obligations  applicable  to  data  security  and  privacy,  which  are  increasingly 
demanding, both in the United States and in other jurisdictions where we operate.  In order to address these risks, we 
have adopted security measures and technology, operate a security program, and work continuously to evaluate and 
improve our security posture. However, the development and maintenance of these systems and programs are costly 
and  require  ongoing  monitoring  and  updating  as  technologies  change  and  efforts  to  overcome  security  measures 
become more sophisticated. As such, there can be no assurance that these or similar events will not occur in the future 
or will not have an adverse effect on our business and results of operation. In addition to Company-specific cyber 
threats or events, our business and results of operations could also be impacted by cyber-related events affecting our 
peers  and  partners  within  the  entertainment  industry,  as  well  as  other  retail  companies.  We  maintain  insurance 
designed to provide coverage for cyber risks related to what we believe to be adequate and collectible insurance in the 
event of the theft, loss, fraudulent or unlawful use of customer, employee or company data, but the foregoing events 
or future events could result in costs and business impacts which may not be covered or may be in excess of any 
available insurance that we may have procured. As a result, future events could have a material impact on our business 
and adversely affect our financial condition and results of operations.

Product recalls and associated costs could adversely affect our reputation and financial  condition.

We may be found liable if the  consumption  of  any  of  the  products  we  sell causes  illness  or injury. We are 
also subject to recall by product manufacturers or if the food products become contaminated. Recalls  could  result  in 
losses due to  the  cost  of  the  recall,  the  destruction  of  t h e   product  and  lost  sales  due  to  the  unavailability  of the 
product  for  a period  of  time. 

Changes in privacy laws could  adversely  affect  our ability  to market  our products effectively.

We rely  on  a variety  of  direct marketing  techniques,  including  email marketing. Any expansion  on existing 
and/or  new  laws  and  regulations  regarding  marketing,  solicitation  or  data protection  could  adversely  affect  the 
continuing effectiveness  of our email and other marketing techniques  and could result in changes to our marketing 
strategy which  could  adversely  impact  our  attendance  levels and  revenues.

We are subject to complex taxation and could be subject to changes in our tax rates, the adoption of new U.S. or 
international tax legislation or exposure to additional tax liabilities. 

We are subject to many  different  forms  of  taxation both in the U.S. and in the foreign jurisdictions where we 
operate. The  tax authorities  may  not  agree  with  the  determinations  that  we  made and  such  disagreements  could 
result in lengthy legal disputes and, ultimately, in the payment of substantial amounts for tax, interest and penalties, 
which  could  have  a  material  impact  on  our  results.  Additionally, current economic and political conditions make 
tax rates in any jurisdiction, including the U.S., subject to significant change. Our future effective tax rates could be 
affected by changes in the mix of earnings in countries with differing statutory tax rates, changes in the valuation of 
deferred tax assets and liabilities, or changes in tax laws or their interpretation. If the Company’s effective tax rates 
were to increase, or if the ultimate determination of the Company’s taxes owed in the U.S. or foreign jurisdictions is 
for an amount in excess of amounts previously accrued, the Company’s operating results, cash flows, and financial 
condition could be adversely affected.

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We may not be able to generate additional revenues or continue to realize value from our investment in NCM.

As  of  December  31,  2018,  we  owned  39,518,644  common  units  of  NCM,  which  represented  an  ownership 
interest  in  NCM  of  approximately  25%.  We  receive  a  monthly  theatre  access  fee  under  our  Exhibitor  Services 
Agreement with NCM and we are entitled to receive mandatory quarterly distributions of excess cash from NCM.  
During  the  years  ended  December  31,  2016,  2017  and  2018,  the  Company  received  approximately  $11.0  million, 
$11.3 million and $12.1 million in other revenues from NCM, respectively, $14.2 million, $17.4 million and $22.2 
million in cash distributions recorded as a reduction of our investment in NCM, respectively, and $14.7 million $16.4 
million, $15.4 million in cash distributions in excess of our investment in NCM, respectively. Cinema advertising is 
a small component of the U.S. advertising market and therefore, NCM competes with larger, more established and 
well known media platforms such as broadcast radio and television, cable and satellite television, outdoor advertising 
and Internet portals. In-theatre advertising may not continue to attract advertisers or NCM’s in-theatre advertising 
format  may  not  continue  to  be  received  favorably  by  theatre  patrons.  If  NCM  is  unable  to  continue  to  generate 
consistent  advertising  revenues,  its  results  of  operations  may  be  adversely  affected  and  our  investment  in  and 
distributions and revenues from NCM may be adversely impacted.

Each of our common units in NCM is convertible into one share of NCM, Inc. common stock.  As of December 
31, 2018, the estimated fair value of our investment in NCM was approximately $256.1 million based on NCM, Inc.’s 
stock price as of December 31, 2018 of $6.48 per share, which was less than our carrying value of $275.6 million.  
We do not believe that the decline in NCM, Inc.’s stock price is other than temporary and therefore, we did not record 
an impairment of our investment in NCM during the year ended December 31, 2018.  The market value of NCM, 
Inc.’s stock price may continue to vary due to the performance of the business, industry trends, general and economic 
conditions and other factors.  If NCM, Inc.’s stock price continues to decline or stays at a level below our carrying 
value for an extended period of time, we may record an impairment in our investment.

We are subject to impairment losses due to potential declines in the fair value of our assets.

We have a significant amount of long-lived assets. We evaluate long-lived assets for impairment at the theatre 
level.  Therefore, if a theatre is directly and individually impacted by increased competition, adverse changes in market 
demographics, or adverse changes in the development or condition of the areas surrounding the theatre, we may record 
impairment charges to reflect the decline in estimated fair value of that theatre.  

We also have a significant amount of goodwill and tradename intangible assets. Declines in our stock price or 
market capitalization, declines in our attendance due to increased competition in certain regions and/or countries or 
economic factors that lead to a decline in attendance in any given region or country could result in impairments of 
goodwill and our intangible assets. 

Item 1B. Unresolved Staff Comments

None.

Item 2. Properties

United States

As of December 31, 2018, in the U.S., we operated 300 theatres with 3,978 screens pursuant to leases and own 
the land and building for 41 theatres with 608 screens. Our leases are generally entered into on a long-term basis with 
terms,  including  optional  renewal  periods,  generally  ranging  from  20  to  45  years.  As  of  December  31,  2018, 
approximately 8% of our theatre leases in the U.S., covering 25 theatres with 197 screens, have remaining terms, 
including optional renewal periods, of less than six years. Approximately 8% of our theatre leases in the U.S., covering 
25 theatres with 326 screens, have remaining terms, including optional renewal periods, of between six and 15 years 
and approximately 84% of our theatre leases in the U.S., covering 250 theatres with 3,455 screens, have remaining 
terms, including optional renewal periods, of more than 15 years. The leases generally provide for a fixed monthly 
minimum rent payment, with certain leases also subject to additional percentage rent if a target annual revenue level 
is achieved. We currently own an office building in Plano, Texas, which is our worldwide headquarters. We also lease 
office space in Frisco, Texas for theatre support and maintenance personnel.

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International

As of December 31, 2018, internationally, we operated 205 theatres with 1,462 screens, all of which are leased. 
Our international leases are generally entered into on a long term basis with terms, including optional renewal periods, 
generally ranging from 10 to 30 years. The leases generally provide for contingent rental based upon operating results 
with an annual minimum. As of December 31, 2018, approximately 12% of our international theatre leases, covering 
24  theatres  with  208  screens,  have  remaining  terms,  including  optional  renewal  periods,  of  less  than  six  years. 
Approximately 48% of our international theatre leases, covering 99 theatres and 720 screens, have remaining terms, 
including optional renewal periods, of between six and 15 years and approximately 40% of our international theatre 
leases, covering 82 theatres and 534 screens, have remaining terms, including optional renewal periods, of more than 
15 years. The leases generally provide for a fixed monthly minimum rent payment, with certain leases also subject to 
additional percentage rent if a target annual revenue level is achieved. We also lease office space in seven regions in 
Latin America for our local management.

See  Note  18  to  the  consolidated  financial  statements  for  information  regarding  our  minimum  lease 
commitments. We periodically review the profitability of each of our theatres, particularly those whose lease terms 
are nearing expiration, to determine whether to continue its operations.

Item 3. Legal Proceedings

Silken Brown v. Cinemark USA, Inc., Case No. 3:13cv05669, In the United States District Court for the Northern 
District  of  California,  San  Francisco  Division.  The  case  presents  putative  class  action  claims  for  penalties  and 
attorney's fees arising from alleged violations of the California wage statement law.  The claim is also asserted as a 
representative action under the California Private Attorney General Act (PAGA) for penalties. The Court granted class 
certification. The company denies the claims, denies that class certification is appropriate, denies that the plaintiff has 
standing  to  assert  the  claims  alleged  and  is  vigorously  defending  against  the  claims.    The  Company  denies  any 
violation of law; however, to avoid the cost and uncertainty associated with litigation the Company and the plaintiff 
entered into a Joint Stipulation of Class Action Settlement and Release of Claims (the “Settlement Agreement”) to 
fully and finally dismiss all claims that would be brought in the case.  The Settlement Agreement must be approved 
by the Court.  During the year ended December 31, 2018, the Company recorded a litigation reserve based on the 
proposed Settlement Agreement in loss on disposal of assets and other on the consolidated income statement.

Flagship Theatres of Palm Desert, LLC d/b/a Cinemas Palme D’Or v. Century Theatres, Inc., and Cinemark 
USA, Inc.; Superior Court of the State of California, County of Los Angeles.  Plaintiff in this case alleges that the 
Company  violated  California  antitrust  and  unfair  competition  laws  by  engaging  in  “circuit  dealing”  with  various 
motion  picture  distributors  and  tortuously  interfered  with  Plaintiff’s  business  relationships.    Plaintiff  seeks 
compensatory damages, trebling of those damages under California law, punitive damages, injunctive relief, attorneys’ 
fees, costs and interest.  Plaintiff also alleges that the Company’s conduct ultimately resulted in closure of its theatre 
in  June  2016.    The  Company  denied  the  allegations.    In  2008,  the  Company  moved  for  summary  judgment  on 
Plaintiff’s claims, arguing primarily that clearances between the theatres at issue were lawful and that Plaintiff lacked 
proof sufficient to support certain technical elements of its antitrust claims.  The trial court granted that motion and 
dismissed Plaintiff’s claims.  Plaintiff appealed and, in 2011, the Court of Appeal reversed, holding, among other 
things, that Plaintiff’s claims were not about the illegality of clearances but were focused, instead, on “circuit dealing.”  
Having re-framed the claims in that manner, the Court of Appeal held that the trial court’s decision to limit discovery 
to the market where the theatres at issue operated was an error, as “circuit dealing” necessarily involves activities in 
different markets.  Upon return to the trial court, the parties engaged in additional, broadened discovery related to 
Plaintiff’s “circuit dealing” claim.  Thereafter, the Company moved again for summary judgment on all of Plaintiff’s 
claims.  That new motion for summary judgment was pending when, on or about April 11, 2014, the trial court granted 
the Company’s motion for terminating sanctions and entered a judgment dismissing the case with prejudice.  Plaintiff 
then appealed that second dismissal, seeking to have the judgment reversed and the case remanded to the trial court.  
The Court of Appeal issued a ruling on May 24, 2016, reversing the granting of terminating sanctions and instead 
imposed a lesser evidentiary and damages preclusion sanction.  The case returned to the trial court on October 6, 2016.  
On May 10, 2018, after a five-week jury trial, the jury found no liability on one circuit dealing claim and awarded 
Plaintiff damages on the other claim, which are tripled for antitrust damage awards.  Plaintiff would also be entitled 
to certain court costs and to seek at least some portion of its attorney’s fees.  During the year ended December 31, 
2018, the Company recorded a litigation reserve based on an estimate of the jury award, which is reflected in loss on 

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disposal of assets and other on the consolidated income statement.  The trial court denied a motion for a judgment 
notwithstanding the verdict and a motion for a new trial. The Company intends to appeal the judgment.  Although the 
Company denies that it engaged in any form of circuit dealing, it cannot predict the outcome of its pending motions 
or future appeals.

We received a Civil Investigative Demand (“CID”) from the Antitrust Division of the United States Department 
of Justice. The CID relates to an investigation under Sections 1 and 2 of the Sherman Act. We also received CIDs 
from  the  Antitrust  Section  of  the  Office  of  the  Attorney  General  of  the  State  of  Ohio  and  later  from  other  states 
regarding  similar  inquiries  under  state  antitrust  laws.  The  CIDs  request  us  to  answer  interrogatories,  and  produce 
documents, or both, related to the investigation of matters including film clearances, potential coordination and/or 
communication  with  other  major  theatre  circuits  and  related  joint  ventures.  We  intend  to  fully  cooperate  with  all 
federal and state government agencies. Although we do not believe that it has violated any federal or state antitrust or 
competition laws, we cannot predict the ultimate scope, duration or outcome of these investigations.

From  time  to  time,  we  are  involved  in  other  various  legal  proceedings  arising  from  the  ordinary  course  of 
business operations, such as personal injury claims, employment matters, landlord-tenant disputes, patent claims and 
contractual disputes, some of which are covered by insurance or by indemnification from vendors. We believe our 
potential liability with respect to these types of proceedings currently pending is not material, individually or in the 
aggregate, to our financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

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PART II

Item 5. Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity 
Securities

Market Information

Our common equity consists of common stock, which has traded on the New York Stock Exchange since April 

24, 2007 under the symbol “CNK."  

Holders of Common Stock

As of December 31, 2018, there were 490 holders of record of the Company’s common stock and there were no 

other classes of stock issued and outstanding.

Dividend Policy

We, at the discretion of the board of directors and subject to applicable law, anticipate paying regular quarterly 
dividends on our common stock. The amount, if any, of the dividends to be paid in the future will depend upon our 
then available cash, anticipated cash needs, overall financial condition, loan agreement restrictions, future prospects 
for earnings and cash flows, as well as other relevant factors. See Item 7, Management’s Discussion and Analysis of 
Financial  Condition  and  Results  of  Operation  –  Liquidity  and  Capital  Resources  –  Financing  Activities  for  a 
discussion of dividend restrictions under our debt agreements.

See  Note  5  to  our  consolidated  financial  statements  for  a  detail  of  dividends  paid  during  the  years  ended 

December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018.

Performance Graph

The  performance  graph  is  incorporated  by  reference  to  the  Company’s  proxy  statement  for  its  annual 
stockholders meeting to be held on May 23, 2019 and to be filed with the SEC within 120 days after December 31, 
2018.

Securities Authorized for Issuance under Equity Compensation Plans

Information regarding securities authorized for issuance under the Company’s long-term compensation plan is 
incorporated by reference to the Company’s proxy statement for its annual stockholders meeting to be held on May 
23, 2019 and to be filed with the SEC within 120 days after December 31, 2018.

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Item 6. Selected Financial Data

The following table provides our selected consolidated financial and operating data for the periods and at the 
dates  indicated  for  each  of  the  five  most  recent  years  ended  December  31,  2018.  You  should  read  the  selected 
consolidated financial and operating data set forth below in conjunction with “Management’s Discussion and Analysis 
of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” and our audited consolidated financial statements and related notes 
appearing elsewhere in this report.  We adopted ASC Topic 606, Revenue Recognition, effective January 1, 2018.  See 
Note 3 to the consolidated financial statements for a summary of the impact of adoption.

Statement of Income Data:
Revenues:

2014

Year Ended December 31,
2016
(Dollars in thousands, except per share data)

2017

2015

2018

845,376   
137,445   

936,970   
150,120   

 $1,644,169  $1,765,519  $1,789,137  $1,794,982  $1,834,173 
Admissions
990,103    1,038,788    1,108,793 
Concession
278,769 
157,777   
139,525   
Other
   2,626,990    2,852,609    2,918,765    2,991,547    3,221,735 
Total revenues
999,755 
Film rentals and advertising
180,974 
Concession supplies
383,860 
Salaries and wages
323,316 
Facility lease expense
448,070 
Utilities and other
165,173 
General and administrative expenses
261,162 
Depreciation and amortization
32,372 
Impairment of long-lived assets
38,702 
Loss on disposal of assets and other
 $2,263,920  $2,429,457  $2,495,830  $2,599,265  $2,833,384 
Total cost of operations
 $ 363,070  $ 423,152  $ 422,935  $ 392,282  $ 388,351 
Operating income
 $ 113,698  $ 112,741  $ 108,313  $ 105,918  $ 109,994 
Interest expense
Net income
 $ 193,999  $ 218,728  $ 256,827  $ 266,019  $ 215,305 
Net income attributable to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.  $ 192,610  $ 216,869  $ 255,091  $ 264,180  $ 213,827 
Net income attributable to Cinemark Holdings, Inc. 
per share:
Basic
Diluted

966,510   
166,320   
354,510   
328,197   
355,041   
153,278   
237,513   
15,084   
22,812   

962,655   
154,469   
325,765   
321,294   
355,926   
143,355   
209,071   
2,836   
20,459   

945,640   
144,270   
301,099   
319,761   
355,801   
156,736   
189,206   
8,801   
8,143   

856,388   
131,985   
273,880   
317,096   
335,109   
151,444   
175,656   
6,647   
15,715   

 $
 $
 $

1.66  $
1.66  $
1.00  $

1.87  $
1.87  $
1.00  $

2.19  $
2.19  $
1.08  $

2.26  $
2.26  $
1.16  $

1.83 
1.83 
1.28  

Cash dividends declared per common share

2014

2015

Year Ended December 31,
2016
(Dollars in thousands)

2017

2018

Other Financial Data:
Cash flow provided by (used for):

Operating activities
Investing activities
Financing activities
Capital expenditures

  $ 454,634    $ 455,871    $ 462,910    $ 528,998    $ 556,915 
    (253,339)     (328,122)     (327,769)     (410,476)     (451,370)
    (146,833)     (151,147)     (163,711)     (158,008)     (192,648)
    (244,705)     (331,726)     (326,908)     (380,862)     (346,073)

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2015

As of December 31,
2016
(Dollars in thousands)

2017

2018

Balance Sheet Data:

Cash and cash equivalents
Theatre properties and equipment, net
Total assets
Total long-term debt, including current portion, 
net of unamortized debt issue costs
Equity

 $ 638,869  $ 588,539  $ 561,235  $ 522,547  $ 426,222 
   1,450,812    1,505,069    1,704,536    1,828,054    1,833,133 
   4,120,561    4,126,497    4,306,633    4,470,893    4,481,838 

   1,791,578    1,781,335    1,788,112    1,787,480    1,780,611 
   1,123,129    1,110,813    1,272,960    1,405,688    1,456,117  

Operating Data:

United States

2014

Year Ended December 31,
2016

2017

2015

2018

Theatres operated (at period end)
Screens operated (at period end)
Total attendance (in 000s)

International

Theatres operated (at period end)
Screens operated (at period end)
Total attendance (in 000s)

Worldwide

335     
4,499     

341 
4,586 
    173,864      179,601      182,660      174,432      185,268 

337     
4,518     

339     
4,561     

339     
4,559     

194     
160     
1,177     
1,398     
90,009      100,499      104,581      102,584     

176     
1,278     

187     
1,344     

205 
1,462 
96,847 

526     
5,903     

546 
6,048 
287,241      277,016      282,115  

533     
5,959     

Theatres operated (at period end)
Screens operated (at period end)
Total attendance (in 000s)

495     
5,676     

513     
5,796     

    263,873      280,100   

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Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

The  following  discussion  and  analysis  should  be  read  in  conjunction  with  the  financial  statements  and 
accompanying notes included in this report. This discussion contains forward-looking statements. See “Cautionary 
Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements” and “Risk Factors” for a discussion of the uncertainties and risk 
associated with these statements.

Overview

We are a leader in the motion picture exhibition industry, with theatres in the U.S., Brazil, Argentina, Chile, 
Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Guatemala, Bolivia, Curacao and 
Paraguay.  As  of  December  31,  2018,  we  managed  our  business  under  two  reportable  operating  segments  –  U.S. 
markets and international markets. See Note 19 to the consolidated financial statements.

Revenues and Expenses

We  generate  revenues  primarily  from  filmed  entertainment  box  office  receipts  and  concession  sales  with 
additional  revenues  from  screen  advertising  sales  and  other  revenue  streams,  such  as  transactional  fees,  vendor 
marketing promotions, studio trailer placements, meeting rentals and electronic video games located in some of our 
theatres. NCM provides our domestic theatres with various forms of in theatre advertising. We also offer alternative 
entertainment,  such  as  live  and  pre-recorded  sports  programs,  concert  events,  the  Metropolitan  Opera,  in-theatre 
gaming and other special events in our theatres through our joint venture, AC JV, LLC. Our Flix Media initiative has 
also allowed us to expand our screen advertising and alternative content within our international circuit and to other 
international exhibitors.

Films  leading  the  box  office  during  the  year  ended  December  31,  2018  included  Black  Panther,  Avengers: 
Infinity War, Incredibles 2, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, Aquaman, Deadpool 2, Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch, Mission 
Impossible – Fallout, Ant-Man and the Wasp, Solo: A Star Wars Story, Venom, A Quiet Place, Crazy Rich Asians, 
Halloween,  Bumblebee,  Ralph  Breaks  the  Internet,  Fantastic  Beasts:  The  Crimes  of  Grindelwald,  Mary  Poppins 
Returns, A Star is Born, Bohemian Rhapsody and other films, as well as the carryover of The Greatest Showman, 
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle and Star Wars: The Last Jedi.

Films scheduled for release during 2019 include Avengers: Endgame, Star Wars: Episode IX, The Lion King, 
Frozen 2, Toy Story 4, Aladdin, Captain Marvel, It 2, Spider-Man: Far From Home, The Secret Life of Pets 2, Joker, 
Dumbo, and Godzilla 2 among other films.

Film  rental  costs  are  variable  in  nature  and  fluctuate  with  our  admissions  revenues.  Film  rental  costs  as  a 
percentage of revenues are generally higher for periods in which more blockbuster films are released. Advertising 
costs, which are expensed as incurred, are primarily related to campaigns for new and renovated theatres, loyalty and 
membership programs and brand advertising that vary depending on the timing of such campaigns.

Concession supplies expense is variable in nature and fluctuates with our concession revenues and product mix. 
We negotiate prices for concession supplies directly with concession vendors and manufacturers to obtain volume 
rates.

Although salaries and wages include a fixed cost component (i.e. the minimum staffing costs to operate a theatre 
facility during non-peak periods), salaries and wages move in relation to revenues as theatre staffing is adjusted to 
respond to changes in attendance. In some international locations, staffing levels are also subject to local regulations.

Facility lease expense is primarily a fixed cost at the theatre level as most of our facility leases require a fixed 
monthly  minimum  rent  payment.  Certain  leases  are  subject  to  percentage  rent  only,  while  others  are  subject  to 
percentage rent in addition to their fixed monthly rent if a target annual performance level is achieved. Facility lease 
expense as a percentage of revenues is also affected by the number of theatres under operating leases, the number of 
theatres under capital and finance leases and the number of owned theatres.

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Utilities and other costs include both fixed and variable costs and primarily consist of utilities, expenses for 
projection and sound equipment maintenance and monitoring, property taxes, janitorial costs, repairs, maintenance 
and security services.

General and administrative expenses are primarily fixed in nature and consist of the costs to support the overall 
management of the Company, including salaries and wages, incentive compensation and benefit costs for our corporate 
office personnel, facility expenses for our corporate offices, consulting fees, legal fees, audit fees, supplies and other 
costs that are not specifically associated with the operations of our theatres.

Critical Accounting Policies

We prepare our consolidated financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles 
in the U.S., or U.S. GAAP. As such, we are required to make certain estimates and assumptions that we believe are 
reasonable based upon the information available. These estimates and assumptions affect the reported amounts of 
assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during 
the  periods  presented.  The  significant  accounting  policies,  which  we  believe  are  the  most  critical  to  aid  in  fully 
understanding and evaluating our reported consolidated financial results, include the following:

Revenue and Expense Recognition

Our patrons often have the option to purchase movie tickets well in advance of a movie showtime or right before 
the movie showtime, or at any point in between those two timeframes depending on seat availability.  We recognize 
such  admissions  revenues  when  the  showtime  for  a  purchased  movie  ticket  has  passed.    Concession  revenues  are 
recognized when sales are made at the registers.  Other revenues primarily consist of screen advertising and other 
revenue streams, such as transactional fees, vendor marketing promotions, studio trailer placements, meeting rentals 
and electronic video games located in some of our theatres. Screen advertising revenues are recognized over the period 
that the related advertising is delivered on-screen or in-theatre.  We sell gift cards and discount ticket vouchers, the 
proceeds  from  which  are  recorded  as  current  liabilities.    Revenues  for  gift  cards  and  discount  ticket  vouchers  are 
recognized when they are redeemed for movie tickets or concession items.  We offer a subscription program in the 
U.S. whereby patrons can pay a monthly fee to receive a monthly credit for use towards a future movie ticket purchase.  
We record the monthly subscription program fees as current liabilities and record admissions revenues as the credits 
are redeemed for movie tickets.  We also have loyalty programs in many of our locations that either have a prepaid 
annual membership fee or award points to customers as purchases are made.  For those loyalty programs that have an 
annual membership fee, we recognize the fee collected as other revenues over the term of the membership.  For those 
loyalty  programs  that  award  points  to  customers  based  on  their  purchases,  we  record  a  portion  of  the  original 
transaction proceeds as liabilities based on the number of reward points issued to the customer and recognize revenues 
when the customer redeems such points.

In  May  2014,  the  Financial  Accounting  Standards  Board  (“FASB”)  issued  Accounting  Standards  Update 
(“ASU”) 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606), (“ASC Topic 606”), which requires an entity 
to recognize the amount of revenue to which it expects to be entitled for the transfer of promised goods or services to 
customers.  ASC Topic 606 replaces most existing revenue recognition guidance in U.S. generally accepted accounting 
principles.  In addition, the standard requires disclosure of the nature, amount, timing, and uncertainty of revenue and 
cash flows arising from the contracts with customers.  We adopted ASC Topic 606 effective January 1, 2018 under 
the modified retrospective method.

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Changes  to  the  way  in  which  we  recognize  revenue  resulted  in  the  following  impacts  to  our  consolidated 

statements of income:

a)   Recording  of  incremental  other  revenue  and  interest  expense  related  to  the  significant  financing 
component of our Exhibitor Services Agreement (“ESA”) with NCM, LLC (“NCM”).  See further 
discussion at Note 3 to the consolidated financial statements.  

c)

b) Deferral of a portion of admissions and concession revenues for transactions that include the issuance 
of loyalty points to customers. To determine the amount of revenues to defer upon issuance of points 
to customers under our points-based loyalty programs, we estimated the values of the rewards expected 
to be redeemed by our customers for those points.  The estimates are based on the rewards that have 
historically been offered under the loyalty programs, which we believe is representative of the rewards 
to be offered in the future.
Increase  in  other  revenues  and  an  increase  in  utilities  and  other  costs  due  to  the  presentation  of 
transactional fees on a gross versus net basis.
Increase in other revenues due to the change in amortization methodology for deferred revenue – NCM 
that is now amortized on a straight-line basis and effective for the entire term of the ESA.  The deferred 
revenue – NCM is related to our ESA and Common Unit Adjustment agreement with NCM, under 
which our performance obligation is to provide NCM with exclusive access to its domestic theatres 
for purposes of in-theatre advertising over the term of the ESA.  Such exclusivity, and therefore the 
satisfaction of our performance obligation, is provided to NCM evenly over time.  As a result of the 
change in amortization method, we recorded a cumulative effect of accounting change adjustment of 
$40,526, net of taxes, in retained earnings on January 1, 2018.  See Notes 3 and 6 to the consolidated 
financial statements.

d)

Film rental costs are accrued based on the applicable box office receipts and either firm terms or a sliding scale 
formula, which are generally established prior to the opening of the film, or estimates of the final settlement rate, 
which occurs at the conclusion of the film run, subject to the film licensing arrangement. Under a firm terms formula, 
we pay the distributor a percentage of box office receipts, which reflects either an aggregate rate for the life of the 
film or rates that decline over the term of the run. Under a sliding scale formula, we pay a percentage of box office 
revenues using a pre-determined matrix that is based upon box office performance of the film. The settlement process 
allows  for  negotiation  of  film  rental  fees  upon  the  conclusion  of  the  film  run  based  upon  how  the  film  performs. 
Estimates are based on the expected success of a film. The success of a film can typically be determined a few weeks 
after a film is released when initial box office performance of the film is known. If actual settlements are different 
than those estimates, film rental costs are adjusted at that time. Our advertising costs are expensed as incurred.

Facility lease expense is primarily a fixed cost at the theatre level as most of our facility leases require a fixed 
monthly minimum rent payment. Certain of our leases are subject to monthly percentage rent only, which is accrued 
each month based on actual revenues. Certain of our other theatres require payment of percentage rent in addition to 
fixed monthly rent if an annual target revenue level is achieved. Percentage rent expense is estimated and recorded for 
these theatres on a monthly basis if the theatre’s historical performance or forecasted performance indicates that the 
annual target revenue level will be reached. Once annual revenues are known, which is generally at the end of the 
year, the percentage rent expense is adjusted at that time. We record the fixed minimum rent payments on a straight-
line basis over the lease term.

Theatre  properties  and  equipment  are  depreciated  using  the  straight-line  method  over  their  estimated  useful 
lives. In estimating the useful lives of our theatre properties and equipment, we have relied upon our experience with 
such assets and our historical replacement period. We periodically evaluate these estimates and assumptions and adjust 
them as necessary. Leasehold improvements for which we pay and to which we have title are amortized over the lesser 
of useful life or the lease term.

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Impairment of Long-Lived Assets

We review long-lived assets for impairment indicators on a quarterly basis or whenever events or changes in 
circumstances  indicate  the  carrying  amount  of  the  assets  may  not  be  fully  recoverable.  We  also  perform  a  full 
quantitative impairment evaluation on an annual basis. We assess many factors including the following to determine 
whether to impair individual theatre assets:

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actual theatre level cash flows; 

budgeted theatre level cash flows; 

theatre property and equipment carrying values; 

amortizing intangible asset carrying values; 

the age of a recently built theatre; 

competitive theatres in the marketplace; 

the impact of recent ticket price changes; 

the impact of recent theatre remodels or other substantial improvements;

available lease renewal options; and 

other factors considered relevant in our assessment of impairment of individual theatre assets.

Long-lived assets are evaluated for impairment on a theatre basis, which we believe is the lowest applicable 
level for which there are identifiable cash flows. The impairment evaluation is based on the estimated undiscounted 
cash flows from continuing use through the remainder of the theatre’s useful life. The remainder of the theatre’s useful 
life correlates with the remaining lease period, which includes the probability of the exercise of available renewal 
periods for leased properties and the lesser of twenty years or the building’s remaining useful life for owned properties. 
If the estimated undiscounted cash flows are not sufficient to recover a long-lived asset’s carrying value, we then 
compare the carrying value of the asset group (theatre) with its estimated fair value. When estimated fair value is 
determined to be lower than the carrying value of the asset group (theatre), the asset group (theatre) is written down 
to  its  estimated  fair  value.  Significant  judgment  is  involved  in  estimating  cash  flows  and  fair  value.  Fair  value  is 
determined based on a multiple of cash flows, which was six and a half times for the evaluations performed during 
2016, 2017 and 2018.  Management’s estimates, which fall under Level 3 of the U.S. GAAP fair value hierarchy as 
defined by FASB ASC Topic 820-10-35, are based on historical and projected operating performance, recent market 
transactions and current industry trading multiples. The long-lived asset impairment charges recorded during each of 
the periods presented are specific to theatres that were directly and individually impacted by increased competition, 
adverse  changes  in  market  demographics,  or  adverse  changes  in  the  development  or  the  conditions  of  the  areas 
surrounding the theatre.

Impairment of Goodwill and Intangible Assets

We  evaluate  goodwill  for  impairment  annually  during  the  fourth  quarter  or  whenever  events  or  changes  in 
circumstances indicate the carrying value of the goodwill may not be fully recoverable.  We evaluate goodwill for 
impairment at the reporting unit level and we have allocated goodwill to the reporting unit based on an estimate of its 
relative fair value. Management considers the reporting unit to be each of its twenty regions in the U.S. and seven of 
its international countries with Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama and Guatemala considered one 
reporting unit (the Company does not have goodwill recorded for all of its international locations). Under ASC Topic 
350, Goodwill, Intangibles and Other (“ASC Topic 350”), we may perform a qualitative impairment assessment or a 
quantitative impairment assessment of our goodwill.  

A  quantitative  analysis  requires  us  to  estimate  the  fair  value  of  each  reporting  unit  and  compare  it  with  its 
carrying value. If the carrying value of the reporting unit exceeds its estimated fair value, goodwill would be written 
down such that the carrying value would equal estimated fair value. Fair value is determined based on a multiple of 
cash  flows,  which  was  eight  times  for  the  evaluations  performed  during  2017  and  2018.    Significant  judgment  is 
involved in estimating cash flows and fair value. Management’s estimates, which fall under Level 3 of the U.S. GAAP 

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fair  value  hierarchy  as  defined  by  FASB  ASC  Topic  820-10-35,  are  based  on  historical  and  projected  operating 
performance,  recent  market  transactions  and  current  industry  trading  multiples.  A  qualitative  assessment  includes 
consideration of historical and expected future industry performance, estimated future performance of the Company, 
current industry trading multiples and other economic factors, and a review of current carrying values compared to 
estimated fair values as determined during our most recent quantitative assessment.  

We  performed  a  qualitative  assessment  for  all  reporting  units  for  the  year  ended  December  31,  2016.    We 
performed a quantitative goodwill impairment analysis for all reporting units during the year ended December 31, 
2017.    For  the  year  ended  December  31,  2018,  we  performed  a  quantitative  goodwill  assessment  for  three  new 
domestic reporting units and a qualitative assessment for all other reporting units.  As of December 31, 2018, the 
estimated fair value of our goodwill for each reporting unit exceeded its carrying value by more than 10%, with the 
exception of one reporting unit, whose fair value exceeded its carrying value by approximately 9%.  We did not record 
any goodwill impairment charges as a result of the assessments performed during the years ended December 31, 2016, 
2017 and 2018.  

Tradename intangible assets are tested for impairment at least annually during the fourth quarter or whenever 
events or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying value may not be fully recoverable. Under ASC Topic 350, 
we can elect to perform a qualitative or quantitative impairment assessment for our tradename intangible assets.  A 
quantitative  tradename  impairment  assessment  includes  comparing  the  carrying  values  of  tradename  assets  to  an 
estimated fair value. Fair values are estimated by applying an estimated market royalty rate that could be charged for 
the use of our tradename to forecasted future revenues, with an adjustment for the present value of such royalties. If 
the estimated fair value is less than the carrying value, the tradename intangible asset is written down to its estimated 
fair  value.  Significant  judgment  is  involved  in  estimating  market  royalty  rates  and  long-term  revenue  forecasts. 
Management’s estimates, which fall under Level 3 of the U.S. GAAP fair value hierarchy as defined by FASB ASC 
Topic  820-10-35,  are  based  on  historical  and  projected  revenue  performance  and  industry  trends.    A  qualitative 
assessment considers our historical and forecasted revenues and changes in estimated royalty rates, and a comparison 
of current carrying values to estimated fair values from our most recent quantitative assessment.

During the year ended December 31, 2016, we performed a quantitative tradename impairment assessment for 
our  tradename  in  Ecuador  and  performed  a  qualitative  tradename  impairment  analysis  for  all  other  tradename 
intangible  assets.    During  the  year  ended  December  31,  2017,  we  performed  quantitative  tradename  impairment 
evaluations for all tradename assets.  During the year ended December 31, 2018, we performed a qualitative tradename 
impairment analysis.  As a result of the analysis performed during each year, no impairment charges were recorded 
related to tradename intangible assets for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018.  

Income Taxes

We use an asset and liability approach to financial accounting and reporting for income taxes. Deferred income 
taxes are provided when tax laws and financial accounting standards differ with respect to the amount of income for 
a  year  and  the  basis  of  assets  and  liabilities.  A  valuation  allowance  is  recorded  to  reduce  the  carrying  amount  of 
deferred tax assets unless it is more likely than not that such assets will be realized. Income taxes are provided on 
unremitted earnings from foreign subsidiaries unless such earnings are expected to be indefinitely reinvested. Income 
taxes have also been provided for potential tax assessments. The evaluation of an uncertain tax position is a two-step 
process.  The  first  step  is  recognition:  We  determine  whether  it  is  more  likely  than  not  that  a  tax  position  will  be 
sustained upon examination, including resolution of any related appeals or litigation processes, based on the technical 
merits of the position. In evaluating whether a tax position has met the more-likely-than-not recognition threshold, we 
presume that the position would be examined by the appropriate taxing authority that would have full knowledge of 
all  relevant  information.  The  second  step  is  measurement:  A  tax  position  that  meets  the  more-likely-than-not 
recognition threshold is measured to determine the amount of benefit to recognize in the financial statements. The tax 
position  is  measured  at  the  largest  amount  of  benefit  that  is  greater  than  50 percent  likely  of  being  realized  upon 
ultimate settlement. Differences between tax positions taken in a tax return and amounts recognized in the financial 
statements  result  in  (1) a  change  in  a  liability  for  income  taxes  payable  or  (2) a  change  in  an  income  tax  refund 
receivable,  a  deferred  tax  asset  or  a  deferred  tax  liability  or  both  (1) and  (2).  We  accrue  interest  and  penalties  on 
uncertain tax positions. See “Impact of Recent Accounting Developments” below.

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On December 22, 2017, the U.S. government enacted comprehensive tax legislation, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act 
(the "Tax Act"). The Tax Act made changes to the U.S. tax code, which included (1) reduced the U.S. corporate tax 
rate  from  35  percent  to  21  percent,  (2)  generally  eliminated  U.S.  federal  income  taxes  on  dividends  from  foreign 
subsidiaries,  (3) a one-time transition tax on certain undistributed earnings of foreign subsidiaries, and (4) created 
new taxes on certain foreign-sourced earnings.  As of December 31, 2018, the amounts recorded for the Tax Act are 
final for the 2017 transition tax, the re-measurement of deferred taxes, and our reassessment of valuation allowances.  

Accounting for Investment in National CineMedia, LLC and Related Agreements

We have an investment in NCM. NCM operates a digital in-theatre network in the U.S. for providing cinema 
advertising and non-film events. Upon joining NCM, we entered into an Exhibitor Services Agreement (“ESA”), with 
NCM pursuant to which NCM provides advertising, promotion and event services to our theatres. On February 13, 
2007, National CineMedia, Inc., or NCM Inc., a newly formed entity that serves as a member and the sole manager 
of NCM, completed an initial public offering of its common stock. In connection with the NCM Inc. initial public 
offering,  we  amended  our  operating  agreement  and  the  Exhibitor  Services  Agreement,  or  ESA,  with  NCM  and 
received  proceeds  related  to  the  modification  of  the  ESA  and  our  sale  of  certain  of  shares  in  NCM.  The  ESA 
modification  reflected  a  shift  from  circuit  share  expense  under  the  prior  Exhibitor  Services  Agreement,  which 
obligated NCM to pay us a percentage of revenue, to a monthly theatre access fee, which significantly reduced the 
contractual  amounts  paid  to  the  Company  by  NCM.  The  Company  recorded  the  proceeds  related  to  the  ESA 
modification as deferred revenue. As a result of the proceeds received as part of the NCM, Inc. initial public offering, 
the  Company  had  a  negative  basis  in  its  original  membership  units  in  NCM  (referred  to  herein  as  its  Tranche  1 
Investment). The Company does not recognize undistributed equity in the earnings on its Tranche 1 Investment until 
NCM's future net earnings, less distributions received, surpass the amount of the excess distribution. The Company 
recognizes equity in earnings on its Tranche 1 Investment only to the extent it receives cash distributions from NCM. 
The Company believes that the accounting model provided by ASC 323-10-35-22 for recognition of equity investee 
losses in excess of an investor's basis is analogous to the accounting for equity income subsequent to recognizing an 
excess distribution. 

Pursuant  to  a  Common  Unit  Adjustment  Agreement  dated  as  of  February 13,  2007  between  NCM, Inc.  and 
Cinemark, AMC and Regal, collectively referred to as its Founding Members, annual adjustments to the common 
membership units are made primarily based on increases or decreases in the number of theatre screens operated and 
theatre attendance generated by each Founding Member.  To account for the receipt of additional common units under 
the Common Unit Adjustment Agreement, the Company follows the guidance in ASC 323-10-35-29 (formerly EITF 
02-18, Accounting for Subsequent Investments in an Investee after Suspension of Equity Loss Recognition) by analogy, 
which also refers to AICPA Technical Practice Aid 2220.14, which indicates that if a subsequent investment is made 
in an equity method investee that has experienced significant losses, the investor must determine if the subsequent 
investment constitutes funding of prior losses.  The Company concluded that the construction or acquisition of new 
theatres that has led to the common unit adjustments equates to making additional investments in National CineMedia. 
The Company evaluated the receipt of the additional common units in National CineMedia and the assets exchanged 
for these additional units and has determined that the right to use its incremental new screens would not be considered 
funding of prior losses. The Company accounts for these additional common units (referred to herein as its Tranche 2 
Investment) as a separate investment than its Tranche 1 Investment.  The common units received are recorded at fair 
value as an increase in the Company’s investment in NCM with an offset to deferred revenue.  The deferred revenue 
is amortized over the remaining term of the ESA.  The Tranche 2 Investment is accounted for following the equity 
method, with undistributed equity earnings related to its Tranche 2 Investment included as a component of equity in 
income of affiliates and distributions received related to its Tranche 2 Investment are recorded as a reduction of its 
investment basis.

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Impact of Recent Accounting Developments

Impact of New Revenue Recognition Standard

In May 2014, the FASB issued ASU 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606), (“ASC 
Topic 606”), which requires an entity to recognize the amount of revenue to which it expects to be entitled for the 
transfer  of  promised  goods  or  services  to  customers.    ASC  Topic  606  replaces  most  existing  revenue  recognition 
guidance in U.S. generally accepted accounting principles.  In addition, the standard requires disclosure of the nature, 
amount, timing, and uncertainty of revenue and cash flows arising from the contracts with customers.  

Impact of New Lease Accounting Standard

In February 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-02, Leases (Topic 842), (“ASU 2016-02”). The purpose of ASU 
2016-02 is to provide financial statement users a better understanding of the amount, timing, and uncertainty of cash 
flows arising from leases. The adoption of ASU 2016-02 will result in the recognition of a right-of-use asset and a 
lease liability for most operating leases.  New disclosure requirements include qualitative and quantitative information 
about the amounts recorded in the financial statements related to leases. ASU 2016-02 is effective for fiscal years 
beginning  after  December  15,  2018.  ASU  2016-02  requires  a  modified  retrospective  transition  by  means  of  a 
cumulative-effect adjustment to retained earnings as of the earliest period presented with the option to elect certain 
practical expedients. In July 2018, the FASB issued ASU 2018-10, Codification Improvements to Topic 842, Leases 
(“ASU 2018-10”). In July 2018, the FASB issued ASU 2018-11, Leases (Topic 842), Targeted Improvements (“ASU 
2018-11”). ASU 2018-11 provides an additional transition method to adopt ASU 2016-02.  Under this new transition 
method, an entity initially applies ASU 2016-02 at the adoption date and recognizes a cumulative-effect adjustment 
to the opening balance of retained earnings in the period of adoption.  This additional transition method changes only 
when an entity is required to initially apply the transition requirements outlined in ASU 2016-02; it does not change 
how those requirements are applied.  We used the transition method outlined in ASU 2018-11 upon adoption.  

We  adopted  ASC  Topic  842  and  the  related  amendments  in  ASU  2016-02  and  ASU  2018-11  (collectively 
referred to herein as “the New Leasing Standard”) effective January 1, 2019.  We are finalizing its evaluation of the 
impact of the New Leasing Standard on our consolidated financial statements, and expect the most significant impacts 
to be as follows:

1. We  will  recognize  liabilities  representing  the  present  value  of  the  remaining  future  minimum  lease 
payments for all of our operating leases as of January 1, 2019.  We estimate these liabilities will be between 
$1.4 billion and $1.7 billion.

2. We will recognize right of use assets for all of our operating leases equal to the liabilities calculated in (1) 
above, adjusted for the balances of long-term prepaid rent, favorable lease intangible assets, deferred lease 
expense, unfavorable lease liabilities and deferred lease incentive liabilities as of January 1, 2019.  

3. We have theatre leases in which we were involved in construction that failed sale-leaseback accounting at 
the  end  of  the  construction  period.    These  leases,  which  were  accounted  for  as  capital  leases,  will  be 
derecognized upon adoption of the New Leasing Standard and evaluated to determine classification upon 
adoption.  Some of these leases will be classified as operating leases upon adoption and, beginning in 2019, 
lease  payments  for  these  leases  will  be  recorded  as  facility  lease  expense  on  the  consolidated  income 
statement.  Previously, as capital leases, lease payments were classified as interest expense and reductions 
of the capital lease obligations.

4. For the capital leases derecognized as discussed in (3) above, we will write-off the net book value of the 
capital  lease  asset  and  capital  lease  liability,  with  the  difference  between  those  amounts  resulting  in  an 
adjustment to beginning retained earnings as of January 1, 2019.

Recent Developments

On February 22, 2019, our board of directors approved a cash dividend for the fourth quarter of 2018 of $0.34 
per share of common stock is payable to stockholders of record on March 8, 2019, and will be paid on March 22, 
2019.

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Results of Operations

The  following  table  sets  forth,  for  the  periods  indicated,  the  amounts  for  certain  items  reflected  in  our 

consolidated statements of income along with each of those items as a percentage of revenues. 

Year Ended December 31,
2017

2018

2016

Operating data (in millions):
Revenues

Admissions
Concession
Other
Total revenues
Cost of operations

Film rentals and advertising
Concession supplies
Salaries and wages
Facility lease expense
Utilities and other
General and administrative expenses
Depreciation and amortization
Impairment of long-lived assets
Loss on disposal of assets and other

Total cost of operations
Operating income
Operating data as a percentage of total revenues:
Revenues

 $

Admissions
Concession
Other
Total revenues
Cost of operations (1)

Film rentals and advertising
Concession supplies
Salaries and wages
Facility lease expense
Utilities and other
General and administrative expenses
Depreciation and amortization
Impairment of long-lived assets
Loss on disposal of assets and other

Total cost of operations
Operating income
Average screen count (month end average)
Average operating screen count (month end)
   average)
Revenues per average screen (dollars)

 $

 $

1,789.2 
990.1 
139.5 
2,918.8 

 $

 $

1,795.0 
1,038.8 
157.8 
2,991.6 

 $

 $

962.7 
154.5 
325.8 
321.3 
355.9 
143.4 
209.1 
2.8 
20.4 
2,495.9 
422.9 

 $

966.5 
166.3 
354.5 
328.2 
355.0 
153.3 
237.5 
15.1 
22.8 
2,599.2 
392.4 

 $

61.3%  
33.9%  
4.8%  
100.0%  

53.8%  
15.6%  
11.2%  
11.0%  
12.2%  
4.9%  
7.2%  
0.1%  
0.7%  
85.5%  
14.5%  
5,856 

60.0%  
34.7%  
5.3%  
100.0%  

53.8%  
16.0%  
11.9%   
11.0%  
11.9%  
5.1%  
7.9%  
0.5%  
0.8%  
86.9%  
13.1%  
5,925 

1,834.2 
1,108.8 
278.8 
3,221.8 

999.8 
181.0 
383.9 
323.3 
448.0 
165.2 
261.2 
32.4 
38.7 
2,833.5 
388.3 

56.9%
34.4%
8.7%
100.0%

54.5%
16.3%
11.9%
10.0%
13.9%
5.1%
8.1%
1.0%
1.2%
87.9%
12.1%
5,997 

5,767 
498,423 

 $

5,777 
504,902 

 $

5,925 
537,224  

 $

(1)

All  costs  are  expressed  as  a  percentage  of  total  revenues,  except  film  rentals  and  advertising,  which  are  expressed  as  a  percentage  of 
admissions revenues and concession supplies, which are expressed as a percentage of concession revenues. 

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Comparison of Years Ended December 31, 2018 and December 31, 2017

Revenues. Total revenues increased $230.2 million to $3,221.8 million for 2018 from $2,991.6 million for 2017, 
representing a 7.7% increase. The table below, presented by reportable operating segment, summarizes our year-over-
year revenue performance and certain key performance indicators that impact our revenues.

  U.S. Operating Segment

International Operating Segment

Consolidated

Constant Currency 
(3)

2018

2017

% 
Change  

  2018    2017    

% 
Change  

  2018    

% 
Change  

  2018

   2017

% 
Change  

Admissions revenues (1)
Concession revenues (1)
Other revenues (1)(2)
Total revenues (1)(2)
Attendance (1)
Average ticket price (1)
 $
Concession revenues per patron (1) $

7.7% $373.0  $ 438.1    (14.9)% $ 426.7     
 $1,461.2  $1,356.9   
 $ 892.4  $ 790.1    12.9% $216.4  $ 248.7    (13.0)% $ 243.8     
 $ 185.4  $
75.1    146.9% $ 93.4  $ 82.7    12.9%  $ 111.7     
 $2,539.0  $2,222.1    14.3% $682.8  $ 769.5    (11.3)% $ 782.2     

185.3   
7.89  $
4.82  $

174.4   
7.78   
4.53   

6.3%   96.8    102.6   
1.4% $ 3.85  $ 4.27   
6.4% $ 2.24  $ 2.42   

(5.7)%  
(9.8)% $ 4.41     
(7.4)% $ 2.52     

2.2%
(2.6)% $1,834.2  $1,795.0   
(2.0)% $1,108.8  $1,038.8   
6.7%
35.1%  $ 278.8  $ 157.8    76.7%
7.7%
1.7%  $3,221.8  $2,991.6   
1.8%
277.0   
282.1   
0.3%
6.48   
6.50  $
4.8%
3.75   
3.93  $

3.3%  $
4.1%  $

(1)

(2)

(3)

•

•

Revenue and attendance amounts in millions. Average ticket price is calculated as admissions revenues divided by attendance. Concession 
revenues per patron is calculated as concession revenues divided by attendance.
U.S. operating segment revenues include eliminations of intercompany transactions with the international operating segment. See Note 19 
of our consolidated financial statements.
Constant  currency  revenue  amounts,  which  are  non-GAAP  measurements,  were  calculated  using  the  average  exchange  rates  for  the 
corresponding months for 2017. We translate the results of our international operating segment from local currencies into U.S. dollars using 
currency rates in effect at different points in time. Significant changes in foreign exchange rates from one period to the next can result in 
meaningful variations in reported results.   We are providing constant currency amounts for our international operating segment to present 
a period-to-period comparison of business performance without the impact of foreign currency fluctuations.

U.S. Admissions revenues increased $104.3 million primarily due to a 6.3% increase in attendance and a 1.4% 
increase in average ticket price. Concession revenues increased $102.3 million primarily due to the 6.3% increase 
in attendance and a 6.4% increase in concession revenues per patron. The increase in attendance was due to a 
record-breaking  slate  of  films  during  2018  as  well  as  the  favorable  impact  of  Luxury  Lounger  conversions. 
Preliminary 2018 estimates indicate U.S. industry box office revenues set an all-time record of $11.9 billion.  
The increase in average ticket price was primarily due to strategic price increases and the impact of Luxury 
Lounger  conversions.  The  increase  in  concession  revenues  per  patron  was  primarily  due  to  strategic  price 
increases, incremental sales and continued expansion of concession offerings.    Other revenues increased $110.3 
million primarily due to the impact of changes in revenue recognition as discussed in Note 3 to our consolidated 
financial statements.

International.  Admissions  revenues  decreased  $65.1  million  as  reported  primarily  due  to  a  9.8%  decrease  in 
average ticket price and a 5.7% decrease in attendance.  Admissions revenues decreased $11.4 million in constant 
currency. Concession revenues decreased $32.3 million as reported primarily due to a 7.4% decrease in concession 
revenues per patron and the 5.7% decrease in attendance.  Concession revenues decreased $4.9 million in constant 
currency. The decline in attendance was driven by weaker consumer appeal of the international film slate during 
2018 compared to 2017.  Average ticket price and concession revenues per patron decreased, as reported, primarily 
due to the impact of changes in foreign currency exchange rates in certain countries in which we operate.  Other 
revenues increased primarily due to the impact of changes in revenue recognition as discussed in Note 3 to our 
consolidated financial statements, partially offset by the impact of changes in foreign currency exchange rates in 
certain countries in which we operate.

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Cost of Operations. The table below summarizes certain of our theatre operating costs by reportable operating 

segment (in millions) for the years ended December 31, 2017 and 2018.

  U.S. Operating Segment    

International Operating Segment

Consolidated

Film rentals and advertising
Concession supplies
Salaries and wages
Facility lease expense
Utilities and other

  $

2018
822.6    $
134.6     
303.7     
245.1     
327.0     

2017
756.4    $
112.8     
265.8     
241.0     
241.6     

2018
177.2    $
46.4     
80.2     
78.2     
121.0     

2017
210.1    $
53.5     
88.7     
87.2     
113.4     

202.6    $
52.2     
94.1     
87.3     
140.6     

2018
999.8    $
181.0     
383.9     
323.3     
448.0     

2017
966.5 
166.3 
354.5 
328.2 
355.0  

Constant
Currency
2018 (1)

(1)

•

•

Constant  currency  expense  amounts,  which  are  non-GAAP  measurements,  were  calculated  using  the  average  exchange  rates  for  the 
corresponding months for 2017. We translate the results of our international operating segment from local currencies into U.S. dollars using 
currency rates in effect at different points in time. Significant changes in foreign exchange rates from one period to the next can result in 
meaningful variations in reported results. We are providing constant currency amounts for our international operating segment to present a 
period-to-period comparison of business performance without the impact of foreign currency fluctuations.

U.S.  Film  rentals  and  advertising  costs  were  $822.6  million,  or  56.3%  of  admissions  revenues,  for  2018 
compared to $756.4 million, or 55.7% of admissions revenues, for 2017. The increase in the film rentals and 
advertising rate was primarily due to the record-breaking box office and the relative contribution of blockbuster 
films to overall box office during the 2018 period. The 2018 period included such blockbuster releases as Black 
Panther, Avengers: Infinity War, Incredibles 2 and Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, which grossed in excess 
of  $700  million,  $650  million,  $600  million  and  $400  million,  respectively,  in  2018.  Concession  supplies 
expense was $134.6 million, or 15.1% of concession revenues, for 2018 compared to $112.8 million, or 14.3% 
of concession revenues, for 2017. The increase in the concessions supplies rate was primarily due to expanded 
concession offerings.

Salaries and wages increased to $303.7 million for 2018 from $265.8 million for 2017 primarily due to increased 
staffing  levels  to  support  the  increased  attendance  and  expanded  concession  offerings,  staffing  at  new  and 
recently remodeled theatres and increases in minimum and other wage rates. Facility lease expense increased to 
$245.1 million for 2018 from $241.0 million for 2017 due to percentage rent due to revenue growth. Utilities 
and other costs increased to $327.0 million for 2018 from $241.6 million for 2017.  The increase was primarily 
due to the presentation of transactional fees on a gross basis versus net basis (see Note 3 to our consolidated 
financial statements for further discussion).  

International. Film rentals and advertising costs were $177.2 million ($202.6 million in constant currency), or 
47.5% of admissions revenues, for 2018 compared to $210.1 million, or 48.0% of admissions revenues, for 
2017. The decrease in the film rentals and advertising rate was primarily due to higher advertising costs during 
2017.    Concession  supplies  expense  was  $46.4  million  ($52.2  million  in  constant  currency),  or  21.4%  of 
concession revenues, for 2018 compared to $53.5 million, or 21.5% of concession revenues, for 2017.

Salaries and wages decreased to $80.2 million (increased to $94.1 million in constant currency) for 2018 from 
$88.7 million for 2017. The as reported decrease was due to the impact of changes in foreign currency exchange 
rates in certain countries in which we operate, partially offset by increased local currency wages that were primarily 
driven  by  inflation,  new  theatres  and  limited  flexibility  in  scheduling  staff  caused  by  shifting  government 
regulations.  Facility lease expense decreased to $78.2 million (increased to $87.3 million in constant currency) 
for 2018 from $87.2 million for 2017. The as reported decrease was due to the impact of changes in foreign 
currency exchange rates in certain countries in which we operate and lower percentage rent due to the decline in 
revenues, partially offset by an increase in base rent due to new theatres. Utilities and other costs increased to 
$121.0 million ($140.6 million in constant currency) for 2018 from $113.4 million for 2017. The as reported 
increase was primarily due to the presentation of transactional fees on a gross basis versus net basis (see Note 3 
to our consolidated financial statements for further discussion).    

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General  and  Administrative  Expenses.  General  and  administrative  expenses  increased  to  $165.2  million  for 
2018  from  $153.3  million  for  2017.  The  increase  was  primarily  due  to  increased  headcount  to  support  strategic 
initiatives, increased benefits costs and professional fees, partially offset by the impact of changes in foreign currency 
exchange rates in certain countries in which we operate. 

Depreciation and Amortization. Depreciation and amortization expense was $261.2 million for 2018 compared 
to  $237.5  million  for  2017.  The  increase  was  primarily  due  to  depreciation  expense  related  to  theatre  remodels, 
including Luxury Lounger conversions, and new theatres.

Impairment  of  Long-Lived  Assets.  We  recorded  asset  impairment  charges  on  assets  held  and  used  of  $32.4 
million for 2018 compared to $15.1 million for 2017. Impairment charges for 2018 consisted of theatre properties in 
nine  of  our  U.S.  regions,  Brazil,  Colombia,  Panama  and  Peru.  Impairment  charges  for  2017  consisted  of  theatre 
properties in eleven of our U.S. regions, Colombia, Brazil, Guatemala and Curacao. The long-lived asset impairment 
charges recorded during each of the periods presented were specific to theatres that were directly and individually 
impacted by increased competition, adverse changes in market demographics, or adverse changes in the development 
or the conditions of the areas surrounding the theatre. See Notes 1 and 9 to our consolidated financial statements.

Loss on Disposal of Assets and Other. We recorded a loss on disposal of assets and other of $38.7 million during 
2018 compared to $22.8 million during 2017. The loss recorded during 2018 was primarily due to the retirement of 
assets related to theatre remodels, including Luxury Lounger conversions, and the accrual of reserves for outstanding 
litigation (see Note 18 to the consolidated financial statements).  The loss recorded during 2017 included the retirement 
of  assets  due  to  theatre  remodels  and  closures  and  the  write-off  of  a  favorable  lease  intangible  asset  due  to  the 
amendment of a theatre lease, partially offset by gains related to the sale of excess land parcels and a gain on a landlord 
buyout of a theatre lease.

Interest Expense. Interest costs incurred, including amortization of debt issue costs, were $110.0 million for 
2018 compared to $105.9 million for 2017. The increase was primarily due to an increase in the variable rate at which 
our term loan accrued interest during 2018.  See Note 11 to our consolidated financial statements for discussion of our 
long-term debt and our interest rate swap agreements.

Foreign Currency Exchange Gain (Loss). We recorded a foreign currency exchange loss of $11.7 million during 
2018 and a foreign currency exchange gain of $0.9 million during 2017 primarily related to intercompany transactions 
and  changes  in  exchange  rates  from  original  transaction  dates  until  cash  settlement.  See  Notes  1  and  13  to  our 
consolidated financial statements for discussion of foreign currency translation.

Loss  on  Debt  Amendments  and  Refinancing.  We  recorded  a  loss  of  $1.5  million  during  2018  related  to 
amendments to our senior secured credit facility that included a reduction in the interest rate at which our term loan 
accrues interest and to reduce the amount of real property required to be mortgaged to secure the loans. We recorded 
a loss of $0.5 million during 2017 related to amendments to our senior secured credit facility that included a reduction 
in the interest rates applicable to the term loan and revolving credit line, revisions to certain definitions within the 
agreement, and an extension of the maturity of the revolving credit line. See Note 11 to our consolidated financial 
statements for discussion of our long-term debt.

Distributions from NCM. We recorded distributions received from NCM of $15.4 million during 2018 and $16.4 
million  during  2017,  which  were  in  excess  of  the  carrying  value  of  our  Tranche  1  Investment.  See  Note  6  to  our 
consolidated financial statements.

Interest expense – NCM.  We recorded non-cash interest expense of $19.7 million during 2018 related to the 
significant financing component associated with revenues collected in advance under certain of our agreements with 
NCM.  See Note 3 to our consolidated financial statements for further discussion of ASC Topic 606.  

Equity in Income of Affiliates. We recorded equity in income of affiliates of $39.2 million during 2018 and $36.0 
million  during  2017.  See  Notes  6  and  7  to  our  consolidated  financial  statements  for  information  about  our  equity 
investments.

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Income Taxes. Income tax expense of $95.4 million was recorded for 2018 compared to $79.4 million recorded 
for 2017. The effective tax rate for 2018 was 30.7% and included a net additional charge, as a result of the Tax Act 
and its recently issued guidance, of $19.2 million all non-cash.  The effective tax rate for 2017 was 23.0%, which 
included the impact of a one-time benefit of $44.9 million related to the enactment of the Tax Act.  See Note 17 to 
our consolidated financial statements for further information on our income tax expense and tax reform.

Comparison of Years Ended December 31, 2017 and December 31, 2016

Revenues. Total revenues increased $72.8 million to $2,991.6 million for 2017 from $2,918.8 million for 2016, 
representing a 2.5% increase. The table below, presented by reportable operating segment, summarizes our year-over-
year revenue performance and certain key performance indicators that impact our revenues.

  U.S. Operating Segment  

International Operating Segment

Consolidated

Constant Currency 
(3)

Admissions revenues (1)
Concession revenues (1)
Other revenues (1)(2)
Total revenues (1)(2)
Attendance (1)
Average ticket price (1)
 $
Concession revenues per patron (1) $

75.1  $

   2016

  2017
 $1,356.9  $1,379.0   
 $ 790.1  $ 764.6   
73.6   
 $
 $2,222.1  $2,217.2   
182.6   
7.55   
4.19   

174.4   
7.78  $
4.53  $

% 
Change  

% 
Change  

% 
Change  

  2017

   2016

% 
Change  

  2017  

  2017    2016   
(1.6)% $438.1  $410.2   
6.8%  $ 426.7     
3.3%  $248.7  $225.5    10.3%  $ 243.4     
2.0%  $ 82.7  $ 65.9    25.5%  $
9.7%  $ 751.6     
0.2%  $769.5  $701.6   
(1.9)%  
(4.5)%   102.6    104.6   
3.0%  $ 4.27  $ 3.92   
8.9%  $
8.1%  $ 2.42  $ 2.16    12.0%  $

4.0% $1,795.0  $1,789.2   
7.9% $1,038.8  $ 990.1   

0.3%
4.9%
81.5      23.7% $ 157.8  $ 139.5    13.1%
2.5%
(3.6)%
4.0%
8.7%

7.1% $2,991.6  $2,918.8   
287.2   
277.0   
6.23   
6.48  $
3.45   
3.75  $

4.16     
2.37     

6.1% $
9.7% $

(1)

(2)

(3)

•

•

Revenue and attendance amounts in millions. Average ticket price is calculated as admissions revenues divided by attendance. Concession 
revenues per patron is calculated as concession revenues divided by attendance.
U.S. operating segment revenues include eliminations of intercompany transactions with the international operating segment. See Note 19 
of our consolidated financial statements.
Constant  currency  revenue  amounts,  which  are  non-GAAP  measurements,  were  calculated  using  the  average  exchange  rates  for  the 
corresponding months for 2016. We translate the results of our international operating segment from local currencies into U.S. dollars using 
currency rates in effect at different points in time. Significant changes in foreign exchange rates from one period to the next can result in 
meaningful variations in reported results.   We are providing constant currency amounts for our international operating segment to present 
a period-to-period comparison of business performance without the impact of foreign currency fluctuations.

U.S. Admissions revenues decreased $22.1 million primarily due to a 4.5% decrease in attendance, partially 
offset by a 3.0% increase in average ticket price. Concession revenues increased $25.5 million primarily due to 
an 8.1% increase in concession revenues per patron, partially offset by the 4.5% decrease in attendance. The 
decrease in attendance was due to a slate of films in 2017 that had weaker consumer appeal compared to 2016, 
partially  offset  by  the  favorable  impact  of  Luxury  Lounger  conversions  and  new  theatres.  The  increase  in 
average ticket price was primarily due to price increases. The increase in concession revenues per patron was 
primarily due to incremental sales, expanded offerings, price increases and new theatres.    

International.  Admissions  revenues  increased  $27.9  million  as  reported  ($16.5  million  in  constant  currency), 
primarily  due  to  an  8.9%  increase  in  average  ticket  price,  partially  offset  by  a  1.9%  decrease  in  attendance. 
Concession revenues increased $23.2 million as reported ($17.9 million in constant currency), primarily due to a 
12.0%  increase  in  concession  revenues  per  patron,  partially  offset  by  the  1.9%  decrease  in  attendance.    The 
decrease in attendance was due to a slate of films in 2017 that had weaker consumer appeal compared to 2016, 
partially offset by the impact of new theatres. Average ticket price and concession revenues per patron increased 
primarily due to price increases, which were predominantly driven by local inflation. Other revenues increased 
primarily  due  to  increased  promotional  income  and  incremental  screen  advertising  revenues  generated  by  an 
expansion of our Flix Media services to affiliates in various countries.

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Cost of Operations. The table below summarizes certain of our theatre operating costs by reportable operating 

segment (in millions) for the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2017.

  U.S. Operating Segment    

International Operating Segment

Consolidated

Film rentals and advertising
Concession supplies
Salaries and wages
Facility lease expense
Utilities and other

  $

2017
756.4    $
112.8     
265.8     
241.0     
241.6     

2016
768.9    $
107.3     
248.2     
240.7     
250.9     

2017
210.1    $
53.5     
88.7     
87.2     
113.4     

2016
193.8    $
47.2     
77.6     
80.6     
105.0     

205.1    $
52.3     
88.2     
84.6     
111.6     

2017
966.5    $
166.3     
354.5     
328.2     
355.0     

2016
962.7 
154.5 
325.8 
321.3 
355.9  

Constant
Currency
2017 (1)

(1)

•

•

Constant  currency  expense  amounts,  which  are  non-GAAP  measurements,  were  calculated  using  the  average  exchange  rates  for  the 
corresponding months for 2016. We translate the results of our international operating segment from local currencies into U.S. dollars using 
currency rates in effect at different points in time. Significant changes in foreign exchange rates from one period to the next can result in 
meaningful variations in reported results. We are providing constant currency amounts for our international operating segment to present a 
period-to-period comparison of business performance without the impact of foreign currency fluctuations.

U.S.  Film  rentals  and  advertising  costs  were  $756.4  million,  or  55.7%  of  admissions  revenues,  for  2017 
compared to $768.9 million, or 55.8% of admissions revenues, for 2016. The decrease in the film rentals and 
advertising  rate  was  primarily  due  to  a  higher  concentration  of  blockbuster  films  during  2016.  Concession 
supplies expense was $112.8 million, or 14.3% of concession revenues, for 2017 compared to $107.3 million, 
or 14.0% of concession revenues, for 2016. The increase in the concession supplies rate was primarily due to 
the impact of our expanded concession offerings.

Salaries  and  wages  increased  to  $265.8  million  for  2017  from  $248.2  million  for  2016  primarily  due  to 
incremental staffing at new and recently remodeled theatres, increases in minimum wages and increased staffing 
for  food  and  beverage  initiatives.  Facility  lease  expense  increased  to  $241.0  million  for  2017  from  $240.7 
million for 2016 due to the impact of new theatres. Utilities and other costs decreased to $241.6 million for 2017 
from $250.9 million for the 2016 period.  The decrease was primarily due to the change in classification of 
transactional fees and decreased equipment lease expenses for 3-D presentations.  

International. Film rentals and advertising costs were $210.1 million ($205.1 million in constant currency), or 
48.0% of admissions revenues, for 2017 compared to $193.8 million, or 47.2% of admissions revenues, for 
2016. The increase in the film rentals and advertising rate was primarily due to higher advertising costs during 
2017.    Concession  supplies  expense  was  $53.5  million  ($52.3  million  in  constant  currency),  or  21.5%  of 
concession  revenues,  for  2017  compared  to  $47.2  million,  or  20.9%  of  concession  revenues,  for  2016.  The 
increase in the concession supplies rate was primarily due to the mix of concession products sold.

Salaries and wages increased to $88.7 million ($88.2 million in constant currency) for 2017 from $77.6 million 
for 2016. The as reported increase was due to increased local currency wage rates primarily due to inflation, 
new theatres and limited flexibility in scheduling staff caused by shifting government regulations.  Facility lease 
expense increased to $87.2 million ($84.6 million in constant currency) for 2017 from $80.6 million for 2016. 
The as reported increase was due to the impact of changes in foreign currency exchange rates in certain countries 
in which we operate and new theatres. Utilities and other costs increased to $113.4 million ($111.6 million in 
constant currency) for 2017 from $105.0 million for 2016. The as reported increase was due to new theatres, 
increases in repairs and maintenance expenses and utility expenses and the impact of changes in foreign currency 
exchange rates in certain countries in which we operate.  

General  and  Administrative  Expenses.  General  and  administrative  expenses  increased  to  $153.3  million  for 
2017 from $143.4 million for 2016. The increase was primarily due to increased salaries and wages partially due to 
inflation, professional fees and the impact of changes in foreign currency exchange rates in certain countries in which 
we operate. 

Depreciation and Amortization. Depreciation and amortization expense was $237.5 million for 2017 compared 
to $209.1 million for 2016. The increase was primarily due to depreciation expense related to theatre remodels and 
new theatres.

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Impairment  of  Long-Lived  Assets.  We  recorded  asset  impairment  charges  on  assets  held  and  used  of  $15.1 
million for 2017 compared to $2.8 million for 2016. Impairment charges for 2017 consisted of theatre properties in 
the U.S., Colombia, Brazil, Guatemala and Curacao, impacting fifteen of our twenty-seven reporting units. Impairment 
charges for 2016 consisted of theatre properties in the U.S., Colombia and Ecuador, impacting fourteen of our twenty-
seven reporting units. The long-lived asset impairment charges recorded during each of the periods presented were 
specific to theatres that were directly and individually impacted by increased competition, adverse changes in market 
demographics, or adverse changes in the development or the conditions of the areas surrounding the theatre. See Notes 
1 and 9 to our consolidated financial statements.

Loss on Disposal of Assets and Other. We recorded a loss on disposal of assets and other of $22.8 million during 
2017 compared to $20.4 million during 2016. The loss recorded during 2017 included the retirement of assets due to 
theatre remodels and closures and the write-off of a favorable lease intangible asset due to the amendment of a theatre 
lease, partially offset by gains related to the sale of excess land parcels and a gain on a landlord buyout of a theatre 
lease.  The loss recorded during 2016 included the retirement of assets due to theatre remodels and closures, partially 
offset by a gain on the sale of our investment in RealD stock (see Note 7 to our consolidated financial statements) and 
a gain on the sale of a land parcel.

Interest Expense. Interest costs incurred, including amortization of debt issue costs, were $105.9 million for 
2017 compared to $108.3 million for 2016. The decrease was due to the redemption of our previously outstanding 
$200.0  million  7.375%  senior  subordinated  notes  (the  “7.375%  Senior  Subordinated  Notes”)  funded  by  a  $225.0 
million add-on to our 4.875% senior notes (the “4.875% Senior Notes), which occurred on March 21, 2016, as well 
as amendments to our senior secured credit facility completed during June and December of 2016 and June of 2017, 
which, in the aggregate, reduced the rate at which our term loan accrues interest by 100 basis points.  See Note 11 to 
our consolidated financial statements for discussion of our long-term debt.

Foreign Currency Exchange Gain. We recorded a foreign currency exchange gain of $0.9 million during 2017 
and a foreign currency exchange gain of $6.5 million during 2016 primarily related to intercompany transactions and 
changes  in  exchange  rates  from  the  original  transaction  date  until  cash  settlement.  See  Notes  1  and  13  to  our 
consolidated financial statements for discussion of foreign currency translation.

Loss  on  Debt  Amendments  and  Refinancing.  We  recorded  a  loss  of  $0.5  million  during  2017  related  to 
amendments to our senior secured credit facility that included a reduction in the interest rate at which our term loan 
accrues interest, revisions to certain definitions within the agreement, a reduction of the interest rates applicable to the 
revolving credit line and an extension of the maturity of the revolving credit line. We recorded a loss of $13.4 million 
during 2016 primarily related to the early redemption of our $200.0 million 7.375% Senior Subordinated Notes. See 
Note 11 to our consolidated financial statements for discussion of our long-term debt.

Distributions from NCM. We recorded distributions received from NCM of $16.4 million during 2017 and $14.7 
million  during  2016,  which  were  in  excess  of  the  carrying  value  of  our  Tranche  1  Investment.  See  Note  6  to  our 
consolidated financial statements.

Equity in Income of Affiliates. We recorded equity in income of affiliates of $36.0 million during 2017 and $32.0 
million  during  2016.  See  Notes  6  and  7  to  our  consolidated  financial  statements  for  information  about  our  equity 
investments.

Income Taxes. Income tax expense of $79.4 million was recorded for 2017 compared to $103.8 million recorded 
for 2016. The effective tax rate for 2017 was 23.0%, which included the impact of a one-time benefit of $44.9 million 
related to the enactment of the Tax Act. See Note 17 to our consolidated financial statements.  The effective tax rate 
for 2016 was 28.8%.

Liquidity and Capital Resources

Operating Activities

We primarily collect our revenues in cash, mainly through box office receipts and the sale of concessions. In 
addition, our theatres provide the patron a choice of using a credit card or debit card. Since our revenues are received 

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in  cash  prior  to  the  payment  of  related  expenses,  we  have  an  operating  “float”  and  historically  have  not  required 
traditional  working  capital  financing.  Cash  provided  by  operating  activities  amounted  to  $462.9  million,  $529.0 
million and $556.9 million for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018, respectively. The increase in cash 
flows from operating activities for the years ended December 31, 2017 and 2018 was primarily due to the increase in 
revenues and the amount and timing of vendor payments for movies released during December of those years.

Investing Activities

Our investing activities have been principally related to the development, remodel and acquisition of theatres. 
New theatre openings, remodels and acquisitions historically have been financed with internally generated cash and 
by debt financing, including borrowings under our senior secured credit facility.  Cash used for investing activities 
amounted to $327.8 million, $410.5 million and $451.4 million for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 
2018, respectively. The increase in cash used for investing activities during 2017 was primarily due to increases in 
capital expenditures and acquisitions.  The increase in cash used for investing activities during 2018 was primarily 
due to the acquisition of NCM common units (see Note 6) for $78.4 million, partially offset by a decrease in capital 
expenditures.

Capital expenditures for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018 were as follows (in millions):

Period
Year Ended December 31, 2016
Year Ended December 31, 2017
Year Ended December 31, 2018

New
Theatres

Existing
Theatres (1)    

Total

  $
  $
  $

89.8   $
58.3   $
80.7   $

237.1   $
322.6   $
265.4   $

326.9 
380.9 
346.1  

(1)

The amounts for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017  and 2018 include approximately $3.9, $9.4 million and $8.3 
million, respectively, for the remodel of our corporate headquarters building.

Capital  expenditures  for  existing  theatres  in  the  table  above  includes  the  costs  of  remodeling  certain  of  our 
existing properties to include Luxury Loungers and expanded concession offerings, which began during 2015.  During 
the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018, we had an average of 89, 148 and 72 of our domestic screens, 
respectively, temporarily closed for such remodels.

Our U.S. theatre circuit consisted of 341 theatres with 4,586 screens as of December 31, 2018. We built three 
new theatres and 32 screens and closed one theatre with 7 screens during the year ended December 31, 2018.  At 
December 31, 2018, we had signed commitments to open six new theatres and 70 screens in domestic markets during 
2019 and open five new theatres with 54 screens subsequent to 2019. We estimate the remaining capital expenditures 
for the development of these 124 domestic screens will be approximately $80 million. 

Our international theatre circuit consisted of 205 theatres with 1,462 screens as of December 31, 2018. We built 
eight new theatres and 49 screens, acquired three theatres with 19 screens and closed four screens during the year 
ended December 31, 2018. At December 31, 2018, we had signed commitments to open eight new theatres and 59 
screens  in  international  markets  during  2019  and  open  two  new  theatres  and  29  screens  subsequent  to  2019.  We 
estimate  the  remaining  capital  expenditures  for  the  development  of  these  88  international  screens  will  be 
approximately $52 million.

Actual expenditures for continued theatre development, remodels and acquisitions are subject to change based 
upon the availability of attractive opportunities.  We plan to fund capital expenditures for our continued development 
with cash flow from operations, borrowings under our senior secured credit facility, and proceeds from debt issuances, 
sale leaseback transactions and/or sales of excess real estate.

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Financing Activities

Cash used for financing activities was $163.7 million, $158.0 million and $192.6 million during the years ended 
December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018, respectively. Cash used for financing activities primarily consists of dividends 
paid to our stockholders (see Note 5 to the consolidated financial statements). 

We, at the discretion of the board of directors and subject to applicable law, anticipate paying regular quarterly 
dividends on our common stock. The amount, if any, of the dividends to be paid in the future will depend upon our 
then available cash, anticipated cash needs, overall financial condition, loan agreement restrictions as discussed below, 
future prospects for earnings and cash flows, as well as other relevant factors.  

We may from time to time, subject to compliance with our debt instruments, purchase our debt securities on the 

open market depending upon the availability and prices of such securities.  

Long-term debt consisted of the following as of December 31, 2017 and 2018 (in millions):

Cinemark USA, Inc. term loan
Cinemark USA, Inc. 5.125% senior notes due 2022
Cinemark USA, Inc. 4.875% senior notes due 2023
Other
Total long-term debt

Less current portion

Subtotal long-term debt, less current portion

Less:  Debt discounts and debt issuance costs, net of accumulated amortization

Long-term debt, less current portion, net of debt issuance costs

As of December 31,
2018
2017

  $

659.5   $
400.0    
755.0    
2.8    
  $ 1,817.3   $
7.1    
  $ 1,810.2   $
29.8    
  $ 1,780.4   $

652.9 
400.0 
755.0 
1.4 
1,809.3 
8.0 
1,801.3 
28.7 
1,772.6  

As of December 31, 2018, after giving effect to a letter of credit outstanding, we had $98.8 million in available 

borrowing capacity on our revolving credit line.

As of December 31, 2018, our long-term debt obligations, scheduled interest payments on long-term debt, future 
minimum  lease  obligations  under  non-cancelable  operating  and  capital  leases,  scheduled  interest  payments  under 
capital leases and other obligations for each period indicated are summarized as follows: 

Payments Due by Period
(in millions)

Contractual Obligations

Long-term debt (1)
Scheduled interest payments on long-term debt(2)
Operating lease obligations
Capital lease obligations
Scheduled interest payments on capital leases
Purchase and other commitments(3)
Current liability for uncertain tax positions(4)
Total obligations

Total
  $ 1,809.3 
  $
419.0 
  $ 1,784.5 
259.5 
  $
86.4 
  $
153.2 
  $
  $
0.6 
  $ 4,512.5 

  Less Than  
  One Year  
8.0 
 $
86.2 
253.3 
27.1 
15.4 
89.6 
0.6 
480.2 

 $

  1 - 3 Years  
13.2 
 $
171.3 
472.7 
51.7 
24.4 
54.3 
— 
787.6 

 $

  3 - 5 Years  
 $ 1,168.2 
127.4 
381.4 
43.1 
17.9 
9.3 
— 
 $ 1,747.3 

After
5 Years

 $

619.9 
34.1 
677.1 
137.6 
28.7 
— 
— 
 $ 1,497.4  

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

Amounts are presented before adjusting for debt issuance costs.
Amounts  include  scheduled  interest  payments  on  fixed  rate  and  variable  rate  debt  agreements.    Estimates  for  the  variable  rate  interest 
payments were based on interest rates in effect on December 31, 2018. The average interest rates on our fixed rate and variable rate debt 
were 4.8% and 4.3%, respectively, as of December 31, 2018.
Includes estimated capital expenditures associated with the construction of new theatres to which we were committed as of December 31, 
2018, obligations under employment agreements and contractual purchase commitments.
The contractual obligations table excludes the long-term portion of our liability for uncertain tax positions of $13.4 million because we 
cannot make a reliable estimate of the timing of the related cash payments. 

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Other than the operating leases and purchase and other commitments disclosed in the tables above, we do not 

have any other off-balance sheet arrangements.

Senior Secured Credit Facility

Cinemark USA, Inc. has a senior secured credit facility that includes a $700.0 million term loan and a $100.0 

million revolving credit line (the “Credit Agreement”).   

On May 16, 2016, Cinemark USA, Inc. made a pre-payment of $13.5 million on its term loan using the net 
proceeds received from the sale of shares of RealD (see Note 7 to our consolidated financial statements).  We did not 
incur any fees as a result of the pre-payment.

Cinemark USA, Inc. amended its Credit Agreement during 2016, 2017 and 2018 as follows:

Effective Date
June 13, 2016
December 15, 2016

June 16, 2017

November 28, 2017

March 29, 2018

Nature of Amendment
  Reduced term loan interest rate by 0.25%   $
  Reduced term loan interest rate by 0.50%   $
Reduced term loan interest rate by 0.25%; 
modified  certain  definitions  and  other 
provisions in the Credit Agreement
Extended maturity of revolving credit line 
to  December  2022;  reduced  the  interest 
rate  applicable  to  borrowings  under  the 
credit line
Extended maturity of term loan to March 
2025;  reduced  term  loan  interest  rate  by 
0.25%;  reduced  real  property  mortgage 
requirements

  $

  $

  $

Debt Issue

Costs Paid (1)

0.8 
2.4 

Loss on Debt

  Amendment (2)
 $
 $

0.2 
0.2 

0.5 

 $

0.2 

0.3 

 $

0.3 

5.0 

 $

1.5  

(1)

(2)

Reflected as a reduction of long term debt on the consolidated balance sheet.  
Reflected as a loss on debt amendments and refinancing on the consolidated statement of income for the year in which the amendments were 
effective.  

Under the amended Credit Agreement, quarterly principal payments of $1.6 million are due on the term loan 

through December 31, 2024, with a final principal payment of $613.4 million due on March 29, 2025.

Subsequent to the March 29, 2018 amendment noted above, interest on the term loan accrues at Cinemark USA, 
Inc.’s option at: (A) the base rate equal to the greater of (1) the US “Prime Rate” as quoted in The Wall Street Journal 
or if no such rate is quoted therein, in a Federal Reserve Board statistical release, (2) the federal funds effective rate 
plus 0.50%, and (3) a one-month Eurodollar-based rate plus 1.0%, plus, in each case, a margin of 0.75% per annum, 
or (B) a Eurodollar-based rate for a period of 1, 2, 3, 6, 9 or 12 months plus a margin of 1.75% per annum. Interest on 
the revolving credit line accrues, at our option, at: (A) a base rate equal to the greater of (1) the US “Prime Rate” as 
quoted in The Wall Street Journal or if no such rate is quoted therein, in a Federal Reserve Board statistical release, 
(2) the federal funds effective rate plus 0.50%, and (3) a one-month Eurodollar-based rate plus 1.0%, plus, in each 
case, a margin that ranges from 0.50% to 1.25% per annum, or (B) a Eurodollar-based rate for a period of 1, 2, 3, 6, 9 
or 12 months plus a margin that ranges from 1.50% to 2.25% per annum. The margin of the revolving credit line is 
determined by the consolidated net senior secured leverage ratio as defined in the Credit Agreement.

At December 31, 2018, there was $652.9 million outstanding under the term loan. Cinemark USA, Inc. had $98.8 
million in available borrowing capacity on the revolving credit line, after giving effect to a letter of credit outstanding 
as of December 31, 2018. The average interest rate on outstanding term loan borrowings under the Credit Agreement 
at December 31, 2018 was approximately 4.4% per annum.

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Cinemark USA, Inc.’s obligations under the Credit Agreement are guaranteed by Cinemark Holdings, Inc. and 
certain of Cinemark USA, Inc.’s domestic subsidiaries and are secured by mortgages on certain fee and leasehold 
properties and security interests in substantially all of Cinemark USA, Inc.’s and the guarantors’ personal property, 
including, without limitation, pledges of all of Cinemark USA, Inc.’s capital stock, all of the capital stock of certain 
of Cinemark USA, Inc.’s domestic subsidiaries and 65% of the voting stock of certain of its foreign subsidiaries.

The Credit Agreement contains usual and customary negative covenants for agreements of this type, including, 
but  not  limited  to,  restrictions  on  Cinemark  USA,  Inc.’s  ability,  and  in  certain  instances,  its  subsidiaries’  and  our 
ability, to consolidate or merge or liquidate, wind up or dissolve; substantially change the nature of its business; sell, 
transfer or dispose of assets; create or incur indebtedness; create liens; pay dividends or repurchase stock; and make 
capital expenditures and investments. If Cinemark USA, Inc. has borrowings outstanding on the revolving credit line, 
it is required to satisfy a consolidated net senior secured leverage ratio covenant as defined in the Credit Agreement, 
not to exceed 5.0 to 1.  As of December 31, 2018, Cinemark USA, Inc.’s actual ratio was 2.9 to 1.

The dividend restriction contained in the Credit Agreement prevents the Company and any of its subsidiaries 
from paying a dividend or otherwise distributing cash to its stockholders unless (1) the Company is not in default, and 
the  distribution  would  not  cause  Cinemark  USA,  Inc.  to  be  in  default,  under  the  Credit  Agreement;  and  (2)  the 
aggregate amount of certain dividends, distributions, investments, redemptions and capital expenditures made since 
December 18, 2012, including dividends declared by the board of directors, is less than the sum of (a) the aggregate 
amount of cash and cash equivalents received by Cinemark Holdings, Inc. or Cinemark USA, Inc. as common equity 
since December 18, 2012, (b) Cinemark USA, Inc.’s consolidated EBITDA minus 1.75 times its consolidated interest 
expense, each as defined in the Credit Agreement, and (c) certain other defined amounts. As of December 31, 2018, 
Cinemark  USA,  Inc.  could  have  distributed  up  to  approximately  $2,918.1  million  to  its  parent  company  and  sole 
stockholder, Cinemark Holdings, Inc.

We have three interest rate swap agreements that are used to hedge a portion of the interest rate risk associated 
with  the  variable  interest  rates  on  the  term  loan  outstanding  under  the  Credit  Agreement.  See  Note  11  of  our 
consolidation financial statements for discussion of interest rate swaps.  See also discussion of interest rate risk at Item 
7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk.  

4.875% Senior Notes

On May 24, 2013, Cinemark USA, Inc. issued $530.0 million aggregate principal amount of 4.875% senior 
notes due 2023, at par value, (the “4.875% Senior Notes”). Interest on the 4.875% Senior Notes is payable on June 1 
and December 1 of each year. The 4.875% Senior Notes mature on June 1, 2023. 

On March 21, 2016, Cinemark USA, Inc. issued an additional $225.0 million aggregate principal amount of the 
4.875% Senior Notes, at 99.0% of the principal amount plus accrued and unpaid interest from December 1, 2015.  
Proceeds, after payment of fees, were used to finance the redemption of Cinemark, USA, Inc.’s previously outstanding 
$200.0 million 7.375% senior subordinated notes due 2021 (the “7.375% Senior Subordinated Notes”), as discussed 
below.  These  additional  notes  have  identical  terms,  other  than  the  issue  date,  the  issue  price  and  the  first  interest 
payment date, and constitute part of the same series as Cinemark USA, Inc.’s existing 4.875% Senior Notes.  The 
aggregate principal amount of $755.0 million of 4.875% Senior Notes mature on June 1, 2023.  The Company incurred 
debt issue costs of approximately $3.7 million in connection with the issuance of the additional notes, which, along 
with the discount of $2.3 million, are reflected as a reduction of long term debt, net of accumulated amortization, on 
the consolidated balance sheet as of December 31, 2018. 

The 4.875% Senior Notes are fully and unconditionally guaranteed on a joint and several senior unsecured basis 
by  certain  of  Cinemark  USA,  Inc.’s  subsidiaries  that  guarantee,  assume  or  become  liable  with  respect  to  any  of 
Cinemark  USA,  Inc.’s  or  a  guarantor’s  debt.  The  4.875%  Senior  Notes  and  the  guarantees  are  senior  unsecured 
obligations and rank equally in right of payment with all of Cinemark USA, Inc.’s and its guarantor’s existing and 
future senior unsecured debt and senior in right of payment to all of Cinemark USA, Inc.’s and its guarantor’s existing 
and future senior subordinated debt. The 4.875% Senior Notes and the guarantees are effectively subordinated to all 
of Cinemark USA, Inc.’s and its guarantor’s existing and future secured debt to the extent of the value of the assets 
securing  such  debt,  including  all  borrowings  under  Cinemark  USA,  Inc.’s  Credit  Agreement.  The  4.875%  Senior 
Notes and the guarantees are structurally subordinated to all existing and future debt and other liabilities of Cinemark 
USA, Inc.’s subsidiaries that do not guarantee the 4.875% Senior Notes.

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The  indenture  to  the  4.875%  Senior  Notes  contains  covenants  that  limit,  among  other  things,  the  ability  of 
Cinemark USA, Inc. and certain of its subsidiaries to (1) make investments or other restricted payments, including 
paying  dividends,  making  other  distributions  or  repurchasing  subordinated  debt  or  equity,  (2) incur  additional 
indebtedness  and  issue  preferred  stock,  (3) enter  into  transactions  with  affiliates,  (4) enter  new  lines  of  business, 
(5) merge or consolidate with, or sell all or substantially all of its assets to, another person and (6) create liens. As of 
December 31, 2018, Cinemark USA, Inc. could have distributed up to approximately $2,980.6 million to its parent 
company and sole stockholder, Cinemark Holdings, Inc., under the terms of the indenture to the 4.875% Senior Notes, 
subject to its available cash and other borrowing restrictions outlined in the indenture. Upon a change of control, as 
defined in the indenture governing the 4.875% Senior Notes, Cinemark USA, Inc. would be required to make an offer 
to repurchase the 4.875% Senior Notes at a price equal to 101% of the aggregate principal amount outstanding plus 
accrued and unpaid interest, if any, through the date of repurchase. The indenture governing the 4.875% Senior Notes 
allows Cinemark USA, Inc. to incur additional indebtedness if it satisfies the coverage ratio specified in the indenture, 
after giving effect to the incurrence of the additional indebtedness, and in certain other circumstances. The required 
minimum coverage ratio is 2 to 1 and our actual ratio as of December 31, 2018 was approximately 6.3 to 1. 

Cinemark USA, Inc. may redeem the 4.875% Senior Notes in whole or in part at redemption prices specified in 

the indenture.

5.125% Senior Notes

On December 18, 2012, Cinemark USA, Inc. issued $400.0 million aggregate principal amount of 5.125% senior 
notes due 2022, at par value (the “5.125% Senior Notes”). Interest on the 5.125% Senior Notes is payable on June 15 
and December 15 of each year. The 5.125% Senior Notes mature on December 15, 2022. 

The 5.125% Senior Notes are fully and unconditionally guaranteed on a joint and several senior unsecured basis 
by  certain  of  Cinemark  USA,  Inc.’s  subsidiaries  that  guarantee,  assume  or  become  liable  with  respect  to  any  of 
Cinemark  USA,  Inc.’s  or  a  guarantor’s  debt.  The  5.125%  Senior  Notes  and  the  guarantees  are  senior  unsecured 
obligations and rank equally in right of payment with all of Cinemark USA, Inc.’s and its guarantor’s existing and 
future senior unsecured debt and senior in right of payment to all of Cinemark USA, Inc.’s and its guarantor’s existing 
and  future  subordinated  debt.  The  5.125%  Senior  Notes  and  the  guarantees  are  effectively  subordinated  to  all  of 
Cinemark USA, Inc.’s and its guarantor’s existing and future secured debt to the extent of the value of the assets 
securing  such  debt,  including  all  borrowings  under  Cinemark  USA,  Inc.’s  Credit  Agreement.  The  5.125%  Senior 
Notes and the guarantees are structurally subordinated to all existing and future debt and other liabilities of Cinemark 
USA, Inc.’s subsidiaries that do not guarantee the 5.125% Senior Notes.

The  indenture  to  the  5.125%  Senior  Notes  contains  covenants  that  limit,  among  other  things,  the  ability  of 
Cinemark USA, Inc. and certain of its subsidiaries to (1) make investments or other restricted payments, including 
paying  dividends,  making  other  distributions  or  repurchasing  subordinated  debt  or  equity,  (2) incur  additional 
indebtedness  and  issue  preferred  stock,  (3) enter  into  transactions  with  affiliates,  (4) enter  new  lines  of  business, 
(5) merge or consolidate with, or sell all or substantially all of its assets to, another person and (6) create liens. As of 
December 31, 2018, Cinemark USA, Inc. could have distributed up to approximately $2,985.8 million to its parent 
company and sole stockholder, Cinemark Holdings, Inc., under the terms of the indenture to the 5.125% Senior Notes, 
subject to its available cash and other borrowing restrictions outlined in the indenture. Upon a change of control, as 
defined in the indenture governing the 5.125% Senior Notes, Cinemark USA, Inc. would be required to make an offer 
to repurchase the 5.125% Senior Notes at a price equal to 101% of the aggregate principal amount outstanding plus 
accrued and unpaid interest, if any, through the date of repurchase. The indenture governing the 5.125% Senior Notes 
allows Cinemark USA, Inc. to incur additional indebtedness if it satisfies the coverage ratio specified in the indenture, 
after giving effect to the incurrence of the additional indebtedness, and in certain other circumstances. The required 
minimum coverage ratio is 2 to 1 and our actual ratio as of December 31, 2018 was approximately 6.3 to 1. 

As of December 31, 2018, we believe we were in full compliance with all agreements, including all related 

covenants, governing our outstanding debt.

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Ratings

We  are  rated  by  nationally  recognized  rating  agencies.  The  rating  scales  and  methodologies  used  to  derive 
individual  ratings  may  vary  from  agency  to  agency.  Credit  ratings  are  issued  by  credit  rating  agencies  based  on 
evaluations of our ability to pay back our outstanding debt and the likelihood that we would default on that debt prior 
to its maturity.  The credit ratings issued by the credit rating agencies represent the credit rating agency's evaluation 
of both qualitative and quantitative information for our company. The credit ratings that are issued are based on the 
credit rating agency’s judgment and experience in determining what information should be considered in giving a 
rating to a particular company. Ratings are always subject to change and there can be no assurance that our current 
ratings will continue for any given period of time. A downgrade of our debt ratings, depending on the extent, could 
increase the cost to borrow funds.

New Accounting Pronouncements

See  Note  2  to  our  consolidated  financial  statements  for  a  discussion  of  recently  issued  accounting 

pronouncements and their impact on our financial statements.

Seasonality

Our revenues have historically been seasonal, coinciding with the timing of releases of motion pictures by the 
major distributors. Generally, the most successful motion pictures have been released during summer months in the 
U.S., extending from May to July, and during the holiday season, extending from November through year-end. The 
timing of releases, however, has become less pronounced as distributors have begun releasing content more evenly 
throughout the year.  In our Latin American markets, while Hollywood content has similar release dates as in the U.S., 
the local holidays and seasons can vary. The unexpected emergence of a hit film during other periods can alter this 
seasonality trend. The timing and quality of such film releases can have a significant effect on our results of operations, 
and the results of one quarter are not necessarily indicative of results for the next quarter or for the same period in the 
following year.

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Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk 

We have exposure to financial market risks, including changes in interest rates and foreign currency exchange 

rates.

Interest Rate Risk

We are currently party to variable rate debt facilities. An increase or decrease in interest rates would affect our 
interest  expense  relating  to  our  variable  rate  debt  facilities.  At  December  31,  2018,  there  was  an  aggregate  of 
approximately $202.9 million of variable rate debt outstanding under these facilities, after giving effect to the interest 
rate swap agreements discussed below. Based on the interest rates in effect on the variable rate debt outstanding at 
December 31, 2018, a 100 basis point increase in market interest rates would increase our annual interest expense by 
approximately $2.0 million.

The table below provides information about our fixed rate and variable rate long-term debt agreements as of 

December 31, 2018:

Fixed rate
Variable rate
Total debt (1)

  $

  $

2019

2020

Expected Maturity for the Twelve-Month Periods Ending December 31,
(in millions)
2023
1.4    $ —    $ —    $ 400.0    $ 755.0    $ 450.0    $1,606.4    $ 1,574.7     
6.6     
6.6     
199.4     
6.6    $ 406.6    $ 761.6    $ 619.9    $1,809.3    $ 1,774.1     
8.0    $

6.6     
6.6    $

    Thereafter    

202.9     

169.9     

6.6     

6.6     

Total

2022

2021

    Fair Value     Rate

    Average  
    Interest  

4.8%
4.3%

(1)

Amounts are presented before adjusting for debt issuance costs. 

Interest Rate Swap Agreements

All of our current interest rate swap agreements qualify for cash flow hedge accounting.  The fair values of the 
interest rate swaps are recorded on our consolidated balance sheet as an asset or liability with the related gains or 
losses reported as a component of accumulated other comprehensive loss.  See Note 11 to the consolidated financial 
statements for further discussion of the interest rate swap agreements.

Below is a summary of our interest rate swap agreements as of December 31, 2018:

Effective Date

Notional
Amount
$175.0 million  December 31, 2018  
$137.5 million  December 31, 2018  
$137.5 million  December 31, 2018  
$450.0 million 

Foreign Currency Exchange Rate Risk

Pay Rate
2.751%
2.765%
2.746%

Receive Rate
1-Month LIBOR
1-Month LIBOR
1-Month LIBOR

Expiration Date
  December 31, 2022
  December 31, 2022
  December 31, 2022

We are also exposed to market risk arising from changes in foreign currency exchange rates as a result of our 
international operations. Generally, we export from the U.S. certain of the equipment and interior finish items and 
other operating supplies used by our international subsidiaries. A majority of the revenues and operating expenses of 
our international subsidiaries are transacted in the country’s local currency. U.S. GAAP requires that our subsidiaries 
use  the  currency  of  the  primary  economic  environment  in  which  they  operate  as  their  functional  currency.  If  our 
subsidiaries  operate  in  a  highly  inflationary  economy,  U.S.  GAAP  requires  that  the  U.S.  dollar  be  used  as  the 
functional  currency  for  the  subsidiary,  which  could  impact  future  results  of  operations  as  reported.  Currency 
fluctuations in the countries in which we operate result in us reporting exchange gains (losses) or foreign currency 
translation adjustments. Based upon our equity ownership in our international subsidiaries as of December 31, 2018, 
holding everything else constant, a 10% immediate, simultaneous, unfavorable change in all of the foreign currency 
exchange  rates  to  which  we  are  exposed,  would  decrease  the  aggregate  net  book  value  of  our  investments  in  our 
international  subsidiaries  by  approximately  $46.0  million  and  would  decrease  the  aggregate  net  income  of  our 
international subsidiaries for the year ended December 31, 2018 by $5.9 million, respectively. 

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We  deemed  Argentina  to  be  highly  inflationary  beginning  July  1,  2018.    A  highly  inflationary  economy  is 
defined as an economy with a cumulative inflation rate of approximately 100 percent or more over a three-year period. 
If a country’s economy is classified as highly inflationary, the financial statements of the foreign entity operating in 
that country must be remeasured to the functional currency of the reporting entity.  The financial statements of the 
Company’s Argentina subsidiaries has been remeasured in U.S. dollars in accordance with ASC Topic 830, Foreign 
Currency Matters, effective beginning July 1, 2018.

Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data

The financial statements and supplementary data are listed on the Index on page F-1 of this Form 10-K. Such 

financial statements and supplementary data are included herein beginning on page F-3.

Item 9. Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure

None. 

Item 9A. Controls and Procedures

Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Disclosure Controls and Procedures 

As of December 31, 2018, under the supervision and with the participation of our principal executive officer 
and principal financial officer, we carried out an evaluation required by the Exchange Act of the effectiveness of the 
design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures, as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) of the Exchange Act. 
Based  on  this  evaluation,  our  principal  executive  officer  and  principal  financial  officer  concluded  that,  as  of 
December 31,  2018,  our  disclosure  controls  and  procedures  were  effective  to  provide  reasonable  assurance  that 
information required to be disclosed by us in the reports that we file or submit under the Exchange Act is recorded, 
processed, summarized, and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and forms and were effective 
to  provide  reasonable  assurance  that  such  information  is  accumulated  and  communicated  to  our  management, 
including  our  principal  executive  officer  and  principal  financial  officer,  as  appropriate  to  allow  timely  decisions 
regarding required disclosures. 

Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting 

There have been no changes in our internal control over financial reporting identified in connection with the 
evaluation  required  by  paragraph  (d)  of  Exchange  Act  Rules  13a-15  that  occurred  during  the  quarter  ended 
December 31, 2018 that materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over 
financial reporting. 

Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting 

Management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting, 
as  defined  in  Rule  13a-15(f)  of  the  Exchange  Act.  The  Company’s  internal  control  framework  and  processes  are 
designed  to  provide  reasonable  assurance  to  management  and  the  board  of  directors  regarding  the  reliability  of 
financial reporting and the preparation of the Company’s consolidated financial statements in accordance with the 
accounting principles generally accepted in the U.S. Management has assessed the effectiveness of our internal control 
over  financial  reporting  as  of  December 31,  2018  based  on  criteria  set  forth  by  the  Committee  of  Sponsoring 
Organizations  of  the  Treadway  Commission,  or  COSO,  in  Internal  Control—Integrated  Framework  (2013).  As  a 
result of this assessment, management concluded that, as of December 31, 2018, our internal control over financial 
reporting was effective. 

Certifications of our Chief Executive Officer and our Chief Financial Officer, which are required in accordance 
with Rule 13a-14 of the Exchange Act, are attached as exhibits to this Annual Report. This "Controls and Procedures" 
section includes the information concerning the controls evaluation referred to in the certifications, and it should be 
read in conjunction with the certifications for a more complete understanding of the topics presented. 

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The Company’s independent registered public accounting firm, Deloitte & Touche LLP, which has direct access 
to the Company’s board of directors through its Audit Committee, have audited the consolidated financial statements 
prepared by the Company. Their report on the consolidated financial statements is included in Part II, Item 8, Financial 
Statements  and  Supplementary  Data.  Deloitte  &  Touche  LLP  has  issued  an  attestation  report  on  the  Company’s 
internal control over financial reporting. 

Limitations on Controls 

Management does not expect that our disclosure controls and procedures or our internal control over financial 
reporting will prevent or detect all errors or fraud. Any control system, no matter how well designed and operated, is 
based upon certain assumptions and can provide only reasonable, not absolute, assurance that its objectives will be 
met. Further, no evaluation of controls can provide absolute assurance that misstatements due to error or fraud will 
not occur or that all control issues and instances of fraud, if any, within the Company have been detected. 

Item 9B. Other Information

None.

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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM 

To the stockholders and the Board of Directors of Cinemark Holdings, Inc.

Opinion on Internal Control over Financial Reporting

We have audited the internal control over financial reporting of Cinemark Holdings, Inc. and subsidiaries (the “Company”) 
as of December 31, 2018, based on criteria established in Internal Control — Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the 
Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO). In our opinion, the Company maintained, in 
all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2018, based on criteria established 
in Internal Control — Integrated Framework (2013) issued by COSO.

We have also audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) 
(PCAOB), the consolidated financial statements and financial statement schedule as of and for the year ended December 31, 
2018, of the Company and our report dated February 28, 2019, expressed an unqualified opinion on those financial statements 
and financial statement schedule.

Basis for Opinion 

The  Company’s  management  is  responsible  for  maintaining  effective  internal  control  over  financial  reporting  and  for  its 
assessment  of  the  effectiveness  of  internal  control  over  financial  reporting,  included  in  the  accompanying  management’s 
report on internal control over financial reporting. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s internal 
control over financial reporting based on our audit. We are a public accounting firm registered with the PCAOB and are 
required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable 
rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform 
the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in 
all material respects. Our audit included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, assessing the 
risk that a material weakness exists, testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control based 
on the assessed risk, and performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that 
our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.

Definition and Limitations of Internal Control over Financial Reporting

A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the 
reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally 
accepted accounting principles. A company’s internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures 
that  (1)  pertain  to  the  maintenance  of  records  that,  in  reasonable  detail,  accurately  and  fairly  reflect  the  transactions  and 
dispositions of the assets of the company; (2) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to 
permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and 
expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the 
company; and (3) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or 
disposition of the company’s assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.

Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, 
projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate 
because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.

/s/ Deloitte & Touche LLP
Dallas, Texas
February 28, 2019

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PART III

Item 10. Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance

Incorporated by reference to the Company’s proxy statement for its annual stockholders meeting (under the headings 
“Election  of  Directors”,  “Section  16(a)  Beneficial  Ownership  Reporting  Compliance”,  “Corporate  Governance”  and 
“Executive Officers”) to be held on May 23, 2019 and to be filed with the SEC within 120 days after December 31, 2018.

Item 11. Executive Compensation

Incorporated by reference to the Company’s proxy statement for its annual stockholders meeting (under the heading 
“Executive Compensation”) to be held on May 23, 2019 and to be filed with the SEC within 120 days after December 31, 
2018.

Item 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters

Incorporated by reference to the Company’s proxy statement for its annual stockholders meeting (under the headings 
“Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management”) to be held on May 23, 2019 and to be filed with the 
SEC within 120 days after December 31, 2018.

Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence

Incorporated by reference to the Company’s proxy statement for its annual stockholders meeting (under the heading 
“Certain Relationships and Related Party Transactions” and “Corporate Governance”) to be held on May 23, 2019 and to be 
filed with the SEC within 120 days after December 31, 2018.

Item 14. Principal Accounting Fees and Services

Incorporated by reference to the Company’s proxy statement for its annual stockholders meeting (under the heading 
“Board Committees – Audit Committee – Fees Paid to Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm”) to be held on May 
23, 2019 and to be filed with the SEC within 120 days after December 31, 2018.

Item 15. Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules

(a) Documents Filed as Part of this Report

PART IV

The financial statement schedules and related data listed in the accompanying Index beginning on page F-1 are 
filed as a part of this report.

The exhibits listed in the accompanying Index beginning on page 50 are filed as a part of this report.

1.

2.

(b) Exhibits

See the accompanying Index beginning on page 50.

(c) Financial Statement Schedules

Schedule I – Condensed Financial Information of Registrant beginning on page S-1.

All  Schedules  not  identified  above  have  been  omitted  because  they  are  not  required,  are  not  applicable  or  the 

information is included in the consolidated financial statements or notes contained in this report.

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Number

3.1

3.2(a)

3.2(b)

3.2(c)

4.1

4.4(a)

4.4(b)

4.5(a)

4.5(b)

4.6

10.1(a)

10.1(b)

10.1(c)

10.1(d)

EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit Title

Second Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Cinemark Holdings, Inc. filed with the Delaware Secretary of State on 
April 9, 2007 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to Amendment No. 2 to our Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-
140390, filed April 9, 2007).

Amended and Restated Bylaws of Cinemark Holdings, Inc. dated April 9, 2007 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.2 to Amendment 
No. 2 to our Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 9, 2007).

First Amendment to the Amended and Restated Bylaws of Cinemark Holdings, Inc. dated April 16, 2007 (incorporated by reference to 
Exhibit 3.2(b) to Amendment No. 4 to our Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 19, 2007).

Second Amendment to the Amended and Restated Bylaws of Cinemark Holdings, Inc. dated August 20, 2015 (incorporated by reference 
to Exhibit 3.1 to Current Report on Form 8K, File No. 001-33401, filed August 21, 2015).

Specimen stock certificate of Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to Amendment No. 2 to our Registration 
Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 9, 2007).

Indenture, dated as of December 18, 2012, between Cinemark USA, Inc. and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. governing the 5.125% senior notes 
issued thereunder (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8K, File No. 001-
33401, filed on December 20,2012).

Form of 5.125% senior notes of Cinemark USA, Inc. (contained in the Indenture listed as Exhibit 4.4(a) above) (incorporated by reference 
to Exhibit 4.1 to the Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K, File No. 001-33401, filed on December 20, 2012).

Indenture, dated as of May 24, 2013, between Cinemark USA, Inc. and Well Fargo Bank, N.A. governing the 4.875% Senior Notes issued 
thereunder (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8K, File No. 001-33401 filed 
May 28, 2013).

Form of 4.875% Senior Notes of Cinemark USA, Inc. (contained in the Indenture listed as Exhibit 4.5(a) above (incorporated by reference 
to Exhibit 4.1 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8K, File No. 001-33401, filed May 28, 2013).

First Supplemental Indenture, dated as of March 21, 2016, among Cinemark USA, Inc., the Guarantors named therein and Wells Fargo 
Bank, N.A., as trustee (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K, File No. 001-
33401, filed on March 21, 2016).

Management Agreement, dated December 10, 1993, between Laredo Theatre, Ltd. and Cinemark USA, Inc. (incorporated by reference 
to Exhibit 10.14(b) to Cinemark USA, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, File No. 033-47040, filed March 31, 1994). (P)

First  Amendment  to  Management  Agreement  of  Laredo  Theatre,  Ltd.,  effective  as  of  December  10,  2003,  between  CNMK  Texas 
Properties, Ltd. (successor in interest to Cinemark USA, Inc.) and Laredo Theatre Ltd. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1(d) to 
Cinemark, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-4, File No. 333-116292, filed June 8, 2004).

Second Amendment to Management Agreement of Laredo Theatres, Ltd., effective as of December 10, 2008, between CNMK Texas 
Properties, L.L.C. (Successor in interest to Cinemark USA, Inc.) and Laredo Theatre Ltd. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1(c) 
to the Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, File No. 001-33401, filed March 13, 2009).

Third  Amendment  to  Management  Agreement  of  Laredo  Theatres,  Ltd.,  effective  as  of  December  10,  2013,  between  CNMK  Texas 
Properties, L.L.C. (Successor in interest to Cinemark USA, Inc.) and Laredo Theatre Ltd. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1(d) 
to the Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, File No. 001-33401, filed February 24, 2016).

10.2

License Agreement, dated December 10, 1993, between Laredo Joint Venture and Cinemark USA, Inc. (incorporated by reference to 
Exhibit 10.14(c) to Cinemark USA, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, File No. 033-47040, filed March 31, 1994). (P)

10.3(a)

10.3(b)

10.3 (c)

Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated as of December 18, 2012, among Cinemark USA, Inc., Cinemark Holdings, Inc., the 
several banks and other financial institutions and entities from time to time parties thereto, Barclays Bank PLC, Deutsche Bank Securities 
Inc., Morgan Stanley Senior Funding, Inc. and Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, as joint bookrunners, Morgan Stanley Senior Funding, Inc., 
as syndication agent, Deutsche Bank Securities Inc., Wells Fargo Securities, Inc. and Webster Bank, N.A., as co-documentation agents, 
and Barclays Bank PLC, as administrative agent. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report 
on Form 8-K, File No. 001-33401, filed on December 20, 2012).

Second Amendment to the Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated as of May 8, 2015, among Cinemark USA, Inc., Cinemark 
Holdings, Inc., the several banks and other financial institutions and entities from time to time parties thereto, Barclays Bank PLC as 
administrative agent, Barclays Bank PLC as lead arranger, Barclays, Morgan Stanley Senior Funding, Inc., Deutsche Bank Securities Inc. 
and Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, as joint bookrunners, J.P.Morgan Securities LLC, Webster Bank, N.A., as co-arrangers (incorporated 
by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K, File No. 001-33401, filed on May 14, 2015).

Third Amendment to the Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated as of June 13, 2016, among Cinemark Holdings, Inc., Cinemark 
USA, Inc., the several banks and other financial institutions party thereto, Barclays Bank PLC, as administrative agent, and the other 
agents party thereto (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K, File No. 001-
33401, filed on June 17, 2016).

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Number

10.3 (d)

10.3 (e)

10.3 (f)

10.3 (g)

10.3(h)

10.3(i)

Exhibit Title

Fourth Amendment to the Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated as of December 15, 2016, among Cinemark Holdings, Inc., 
Cinemark USA, Inc., the several banks and other financial institutions party thereto, Barclays Bank PLC, as administrative agent, and the 
other agents party thereto (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K, File No. 
001-33401, filed on December 20, 2016).

Fifth Amendment to the Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated as of June 16, 2017, among Cinemark Holdings, Inc., Cinemark 
USA, Inc., the several banks and other financial institutions party thereto, Barclays Bank PLC, as administrative agent, and the other 
agents party thereto (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K, File No. 001-
33401, filed on June 20, 2017).

Sixth Amendment to the Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated as of November 28, 2017, among Cinemark Holdings, Inc., 
Cinemark USA, Inc., the several banks and other financial institutions party thereto, Barclays Bank PLC, as administrative agent, and the 
other agents party thereto (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K, File No. 
001-33401, filed on December 4, 2017).

Seventh Amendment to the Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated as of March 29, 2018, among Cinemark Holdings, Inc., 
Cinemark USA, Inc., the several banks and other financial institutions party thereto, Barclays Bank PLC, as administrative agent, and the 
other agents party thereto (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K, File No. 
001-33401, filed on April 4, 2018).

Guarantee and Collateral Agreement, dated as of October 5, 2006, among Cinemark Holdings, Inc., Cinemark, Inc., CNMK Holding, 
Inc., Cinemark USA, Inc. and each subsidiary guarantor party thereto (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.6 to Current Report on 
Form 8-K, File No. 033-47040, filed by Cinemark USA, Inc. on October 12, 2006).

Reaffirmation agreement, dated as of December 18, 2012, between Cinemark Holdings, Inc., Cinemark USA, Inc. and each subsidiary 
guarantor party thereto (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.4(c) to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, File 
No. 001-33401, filed February 28, 2013).

+10.5(a)

Employment  Agreement,  dated  as  of  December  15,  2008,  between  Cinemark  Holdings,  Inc.  and  Lee  Roy  Mitchell  (incorporated  by 
reference to Exhibit 10.5 (q) to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, File No. 001-33401, filed March 13, 2009).

+10.5(b)

+10.5(c)

+10.5(d)

+10.5(e)

+10.5(f)

+10.5(g)

+10.6(a)

+10.6(b)

+10.6(c)

+10.6(d)

+10.6(e)

+10.6(f)

Amendment  to  Employment  Agreement  dated  as  of  November  12,  2014  between  Cinemark  Holdings,  Inc.  and  Lee  Roy  Mitchell 
(incorporated  by  reference  to  Exhibit  10.6(h)  to  Cinemark  Holdings,  Inc.’s  Annual  Report  on  Form  10-K,  File  No.  001-33401,  filed 
February 27, 2015).

Employment Agreement dated as of June 23, 2014, by and between Cinemark Holdings, Inc. and Sean Gamble (incorporated by reference 
to Exhibit 10.1 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K, File No.001-33401, filed June 23, 2014).

Employment agreement, dated as of June 16, 2008, between Cinemark Holdings, Inc. and Michael Cavalier (incorporated by reference 
to Exhibit 10.4 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, File No. 001-33401, filed August 8, 2008).

Employment  Agreement,  dated  as  of  February  15,  2010,  between  Cinemark  Holdings,  Inc.  and  Valmir  Fernandes  (incorporated  by 
reference to Exhibit 10.5(u) to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, File No. 001-33401, filed March 10, 2010).

Amended  and  Restated  Employment  Agreement,  dated  as  of  February  19,  2016,  between  Cinemark  Holdings,  Inc.  and  Mark  Zoradi 
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.6(l) to the Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, File No. 001-33401, filed 
February 24, 2016).

First Amendment to the Amended and Restated Employment Agreement, dated as of February 20, 2018, between Cinemark Holdings, 
Inc. and Mark Zoradi (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.l to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K, File No.001-
33401, filed February 23, 2018).

Amended and Restated Cinemark Holdings, Inc. 2006 Long Term Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to Cinemark 
Holdings, Inc.’s Quarterly Report on form 10-Q, File No. 001-33401, filed May 9, 2008).

First Amendment to the Amended and Restated Cinemark Holdings, Inc. 2006 Long Term Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference to 
Exhibit 10.1 to Current Report on Form 8-K, File No. 001-33401, filed February 18, 2014).

Form of Stock Option Agreement (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.7(b) to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on 
Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed February 1, 2007).

Form of Restricted Share Award Agreement pursuant to the Amended and Restated Cinemark Holdings, Inc. 2006 Long Term Incentive 
Plan (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.6 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-8, File No. 333-146349, 
filed August 29, 2008).

Form  of  Restricted  Stock  Unit  Award  Agreement  pursuant  to  the  Amended  and  Restated  Cinemark  Holdings,  Inc.  2006  Long  Term 
Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.7(f) to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, File No. 001-
33401, filed February 29, 2012).

Form  of  Restricted  Stock  Unit  Award  Agreement  pursuant  to  the  Amended  and  Restated  Cinemark  Holdings,  Inc.  2006  Long  Term 
Incentive Plan, as amended (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.7(f) to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, File 
No. 001-33401, filed February 27, 2015).

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Number

+10.6(g)

+10.7(a)

+10.7(b)

+10.7(c)

+10.7(d)

+10.7(e)

+10.7(f)

+10.7(g)

10.8

10.9

10.10(a)

10.10(b)

10.10(c)

10.10(d)

10.10(e)

10.11(a)

10.11(b)

10.11(c)

10.11(d)

Exhibit Title

Form  of  Restricted  Share  Unit  Award  Agreement  pursuant  to  the  Amended  and  Restated  Cinemark  Holdings,  Inc.  2006  Long  Term 
Incentive Plan, as amended (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.7(h) to the Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-
K, File No. 001-33401, filed February 24, 2016).

Cinemark Holdings, Inc. 2017 Omnibus Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.7(a) to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Annual 
Report on Form 10-K, File No. 001-33401, filed February 23, 2018).

Form  of  Stock  Option  Award  Agreement  pursuant  to  the  Cinemark  Holdings,  Inc.  2017  Omnibus  Incentive  Plan  (incorporated  by 
reference to Exhibit 4.3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-8, File No. 333-218697, filed June 13, 2017).

Form of Performance Stock Award Agreement pursuant to the Cinemark Holdings, Inc. 2017 Omnibus Incentive Plan (incorporated by 
reference to Exhibit 4.4 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-8, File No. 333-218697, filed June 13, 2017).

Form of Restricted Stock Award Agreement pursuant to the Cinemark Holdings, Inc. 2017 Omnibus Incentive Plan (incorporated by 
reference to Exhibit 4.5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-8, File No. 333-218697, filed June 13, 2017).

Form of Restricted Stock Award Agreement pursuant to the Cinemark Holdings, Inc. 2017 Omnibus Incentive Plan (incorporated by 
reference to Exhibit 10.7(d) to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, File No. 001-33401, filed February 23, 2018).

Form of Performance Stock Unit Award Certificate pursuant to the Cinemark Holdings, Inc. 2017 Omnibus Incentive Plan (incorporated 
by reference to Exhibit 4.6 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-8, File No. 333-218697, filed June 13, 2017).

Form of Restricted Stock Unit Award Certificate pursuant to the Cinemark Holdings, Inc. 2017 Omnibus Incentive Plan (incorporated by 
reference to Exhibit 4.7 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-8, File No. 333-218697, filed June 13, 2017).

Amended and Restated Exhibitor Services Agreement between National CineMedia, LLC and Cinemark USA, Inc., dated as of December 
26, 2013(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.45 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K , File No.  001-33401, 
filed February 28, 2014).

Third Amended and Restated Limited Liability Company Operating Agreement, dated as of February 12, 2007, by and between Cinemark 
Media, Inc., American Multi-Cinema, Inc., Regal CineMedia, LLC and National CineMedia, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 
10.9 to Amendment No. 1 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed March 16, 2007).

Indenture  of  Lease,  dated  as  of  September  30,  1995,  by  and  between  Syufy  Enterprises,  L.P.,  as  landlord  and  Century  Theatres  of 
California, Inc., as tenant, for Century Stadium 14, Sacramento, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.10(a) to Amendment No. 5 
to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 20, 2007).

First  Amendment,  dated  as  of  September  1,  2000,  to  Indenture  of  Lease,  dated  as  of  September  30,  1995,  by  and  between  Syufy 
Enterprises, L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc., as tenant, for Century Stadium 14, Sacramento, CA (incorporated 
by reference to Exhibit 10.10(b) to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-
140390, filed April 20, 2007).

Second Amendment, dated as of April 15, 2005, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc., as tenant, for Century Stadium 14, Sacramento, CA (incorporated by reference 
to Exhibit 10.10(c) to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed 
April 20, 2007).

Third  Amendment,  dated  as  of  September  29,  2005,  to  Indenture  of  Lease,  dated  as  of  September  30,  1995,  by  and  between  Syufy 
Enterprises, L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc., as tenant, for Century Stadium 14, Sacramento, CA (incorporated 
by reference to Exhibit 10.10(d) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-
140390, filed April 18, 2007).

Fourth Amendment, dated as of August 7, 2006, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P.,  as  landlord  and  Century  Theatres  of  California,  Inc.(succeeded  by  Century  Theatres,  Inc.),  as  tenant,  for  Century  Stadium  14, 
Sacramento, CA. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.10(a) of Cinemark Holdings, Inc. Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, File No. 
001-33401, filed November 7, 2013).

Indenture of Lease, dated as of December 1, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, 
Inc., as tenant, for Century Laguna 16, Elk Grove, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.11(a) to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark 
Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 20, 2007).

First Amendment, dated as of September 1, 2000, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of December 1, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc., as tenant, for Century Laguna 16, Elk Grove, CA (incorporated by reference 
to Exhibit 10.11(b) to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed 
April 20, 2007).

Second Amendment, dated as of April 15, 2005, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of December 1, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc., as tenant, for Century Laguna 16, Elk Grove, CA (incorporated by reference 
to Exhibit 10.11(c) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed 
April 18, 2007).

Third  Amendment,  dated  as  of  September  29,  2005,  to  Indenture  of  Lease,  dated  as  of  December  1,  1995,  by  and  between  Syufy 
Enterprises, L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc., as tenant, for Century Laguna 16, Elk Grove, CA (incorporated by 
reference to Exhibit 10.11(d) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-
140390, filed April 18, 2007).

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Number

10.11(e)

10.11(f)

10.12(a)

10.12(b)

10.12(c)

10.12(d)

10.12(e)

10.12(f)

10.13(a)

10.13(b)

10.13(c)

10.13(d)

10.13(e)

10.13(f)

10.13(g)

10.14(a)

Exhibit Title

Fourth Amendment, dated as of August 7, 2006, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of December 1, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc. (succeeded by Century Theatres, Inc.), as tenant, for Century Laguna 16, Elk 
Grove, CA. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.10(b) of Cinemark Holdings, Inc. Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, File No. 001-
33401, filed November 7, 2013).

Fifth Amendment, dated as of January 29, 2018, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of December 1, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc. (succeeded by Century Theatres, Inc.), as tenant, for Century Laguna 16, Elk 
Grove, CA. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K, File No. 001-33401, 
filed January 29, 2018).

Indenture of Lease, dated as of December 1, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, 
Inc., as tenant, for Century 14, Folsom, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.14(a) to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, 
Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 20, 2007).

First Amendment, dated as of September 1, 2000, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of December 1, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc., as tenant, for Century 14, Folsom, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 
10.14(b) to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 20, 
2007).

Second Amendment, dated as of April 15, 2005, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of December 1, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc., as tenant, for Century 14, Folsom, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 
10.14(c) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 18, 
2007).

Third  Amendment,  dated  as  of  September  29,  2005,  to  Indenture  of  Lease,  dated  as  of  December  1,  1995,  by  and  between  Syufy 
Enterprises, L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc., as tenant, for Century 14, Folsom, CA (incorporated by reference 
to Exhibit 10.14(d) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed 
April 18, 2007).

Fourth Amendment, dated as of August 7, 2006, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of December 1, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc. (succeeded by Century Theatres, Inc.), as tenant, for Century 14, Folsom, CA. 
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.10(c) of Cinemark Holdings, Inc. Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, File No. 001-33401, filed 
November 7, 2013).

Fifth Amendment, dated as of January 29, 2018 to Indenture of Lease, dated as of December 1, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc. (succeeded by Century Theatres, Inc.), as tenant, for Century 14, Folsom, CA. 
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.4 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K, File No. 001-33401, filed January 
29, 2018).

Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of Nevada, 
Inc.,  as  tenant,  for  Cinedome  12,  Henderson,  NV  (incorporated  by  reference  to  Exhibit  10.15(a)  to  Amendment  No.  5  to  Cinemark 
Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 20, 2007).

First  Amendment,  dated  as  of  September  1,  2000,  to  Indenture  of  Lease,  dated  as  of  September  30,  1995,  by  and  between  Syufy 
Enterprises,  L.P.,  as  landlord  and  Century  Theatres  of  Nevada,  Inc.,  as  tenant,  for  Cinedome  12,  Henderson,  NV  (incorporated  by 
reference to Exhibit 10.15(b) to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-
140390, filed April 20, 2007).

Second Amendment, dated as of April 15, 2005, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of Nevada, Inc., as tenant, for Cinedome 12, Henderson, NV (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 
10.15(c) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 18, 
2007).

Third  Amendment,  dated  as  of  September  29,  2005,  to  Indenture  of  Lease,  dated  as  of  September  30,  1995,  by  and  between  Syufy 
Enterprises,  L.P.,  as  landlord  and  Century  Theatres  of  Nevada,  Inc.,  as  tenant,  for  Cinedome  12,  Henderson,  NV  (incorporated  by 
reference to Exhibit 10.15(d) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-
140390, filed April 18, 2007).

Fourth Amendment, dated as of August 7, 2006, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of Nevada, Inc., as tenant, for Cinedome 12, Henderson, NV (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 
10.15(e) to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 20, 
2007).
Fifth Amendment to Indenture of Lease, dated as of October 5, 2012 by and between Syufy Enterprises, L.P. as landlord and Century 
Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Cinedome 12, Henderson, NV. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.13(f) to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s 
Annual Report on Form 10-K, File No. 001-33401, filed February 27, 2015).

Sixth Amendment to Indenture of Lease, dated as of January 29, 2018 by and between Syufy Enterprises, L.P. as landlord and Century 
Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Cinedome 12, Henderson, NV. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s 
Current Report on Form 8-K, File No. 001-33401, filed January 29, 2018).

Indenture  of  Lease,  dated  as  of  September  30,  1995,  by  and  between  Syufy  Enterprises,  L.P.,  as  landlord  and  Century  Theatres  of 
California, Inc., as tenant, for Century 8, North Hollywood, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.17(a) to Amendment No. 5 to 
Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 20, 2007).

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Number

10.14(b)

10.14(c)

10.14(d)

10.14(e)

10.14(f)

10.14(g)

10.14(h)

10.15(a)

10.15(b)

10.15(c)

10.15(d)

10.15(e)

10.15(f)

10.17(a)

10.17(b)

10.17(c)

Exhibit Title

First  Amendment,  dated  as  of  September  1,  2000,  to  Indenture  of  Lease,  dated  as  of  September  30,  1995,  by  and  between  Syufy 
Enterprises, L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc., as tenant, for Century 8, North Hollywood, CA (incorporated by 
reference to Exhibit 10.17(b) to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-
140390, filed April 20, 2007).

Second Amendment, dated as of April 15, 2005, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc., as tenant, for Century 8, North Hollywood, CA (incorporated by reference to 
Exhibit 10.17(c) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed 
April 18, 2007).

Third  Amendment,  dated  as  of  September  29,  2005,  to  Indenture  of  Lease,  dated  as  of  September  30,  1995,  by  and  between  Syufy 
Enterprises, L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc., as tenant, for Century 8, North Hollywood, CA (incorporated by 
reference to Exhibit 10.17(d) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-
140390, filed April 18, 2007).

Fourth Amendment, dated as of August 7, 2006, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc., as tenant, for Century 8, North Hollywood, CA (incorporated by reference to 
Exhibit 10.17(e) to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed 
April 20, 2007).

Fifth Amendment, dated as of May 1, 2014,  to Indenture of Lease by and between Syufy Enterprises, L.P., as landlord and Century 
Theatres, Inc., as tenant for Century 8, North Hollywood, CA. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.14(f) to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s 
Annual Report on Form 10-K, File No. 001-33401, filed February 27, 2015).

Sixth Amendment, dated as of July 28, 2015, to Indenture of Lease by and between Syufy Enterprises, L.P., as landlord and Century 
Theatres, Inc., as tenant for Century 8, North Hollywood, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.14(g) to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s 
Annual Report on Form 10-K, File No. 001-33401, filed February 23, 2018).

Seventh Amendment, dated as of January 29, 2018, to Indenture of Lease by and between Syufy Enterprises, L.P., as landlord and Century 
Theatres, Inc., as tenant for Century 8, North Hollywood, CA. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s 
Current Report on Form 8-K, File No. 001-33401, filed January 29, 2018).

Indenture  of  Lease,  dated  as  of  September  30,  1995,  by  and  between  Syufy  Enterprises,  L.P.,  as  landlord  and  Century  Theatres  of 
California, Inc., as tenant, for Century Cinema 16, Mountain View, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.21(a) to Amendment 
No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 20, 2007).

First  Amendment,  dated  as  of  September  1,  2000,  to  Indenture  of  Lease,  dated  as  of  September  30,  1995,  by  and  between  Syufy 
Enterprises,  L.P.,  as  landlord  and  Century  Theatres  of  California,  Inc.,  as  tenant,  for  Century  Cinema  16,  Mountain  View,  CA 
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.21(b) to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, 
File No. 333-140390, filed April 20, 2007).

Second Amendment, dated as of April 15, 2005, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P.,  as  landlord  and  Century  Theatres  of  California,  Inc.,  as  tenant,  for  Century  Cinema  16,  Mountain  View,  CA  (incorporated  by 
reference to Exhibit 10.21(c) to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-
140390, filed April 20, 2007).

Third  Amendment,  dated  as  of  September  29,  2005,  to  Indenture  of  Lease,  dated  as  of  September  30,  1995,  by  and  between  Syufy 
Enterprises,  L.P.,  as  landlord  and  Century  Theatres  of  California,  Inc.,  as  tenant,  for  Century  Cinema  16,  Mountain  View,  CA 
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.21(d) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, 
File No. 333-140390, filed April 18, 2007).

Fourth Amendment, dated as of August 7, 2006, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P.,  as  landlord  and  Century  Theatres  of  California,  Inc.  (succeeded  by  Century  Theatres,  Inc.),  as  tenant,  for  Century  Cinema  16, 
Mountain View, CA. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.10(d) of Cinemark Holdings, Inc. Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, File 
No. 001-33401, filed November 7, 2013).

Fifth Amendment, dated as of January 29, 2018, to Indenture of Lease dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P.,  as  landlord  and  Century  Theatres  of  California,  Inc.  (succeeded  by  Century  Theatres,  Inc.),  as  tenant,  for  Century  Cinema  16, 
Mountain View, CA. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8—K, File No. 
001-33401, filed January 29, 2018).

Lease Agreement, dated as of April 10, 1998, by and between Dyer Triangle LLC, as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for 
Century 25 Union Landing, Union City, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.25(a) to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, 
Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 20, 2007).

First Amendment, dated as of April 15, 2005, to Lease Agreement, dated as of April 10, 1998, by and between Dyer Triangle LLC, as 
landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Century 25 Union Landing, Union City, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 
10.25(b) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 18, 
2007).

Second Amendment, dated as of September 29, 2005, to Lease Agreement, dated as of April 10, 1998, by and between Dyer Triangle 
LLC, as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Century 25 Union Landing, Union City, CA (incorporated by reference to 
Exhibit 10.25(c) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed 
April 18, 2007).

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Number

10.17(d)

10.19(a)

10.19(b)

10.19(c)

10.19(d)

10.19(e)

10.19(f)

10.20(a)

10.20(b)

10.20(c)

10.20(d)

10.20(e)

10.21(a)

10.21(b)

10.21(c)

10.21(d)

10.21(e)

Exhibit Title

Third Amendment, dated as of August 5, 2006, to Lease Agreement, dated as of April 10, 1998, by and between Dyer Triangle LLC, as 
landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Century 25 Union Landing, Union City, CA. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 
10.10(j) of Cinemark Holdings, Inc. Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, File No. 001-33401, filed November 7, 2013).

Lease  Agreement,  dated  as  of  October  1,  1996,  by  and  between  Syufy  Enterprises,  L.P.(succeeded  by  Stadium  Promenade  LLC),  as 
landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Century Stadium 25, Orange, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.27(a) to 
Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 20, 2007).

First Amendment, dated as of April 15, 2005, to Lease Agreement, dated as of October 1, 1996, by and between Syufy Enterprises, L.P. 
(succeeded by Stadium Promenade LLC), as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Century Stadium 25, Orange, (incorporated 
by reference to Exhibit 10.27(b) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-
140390, filed April 18, 2007).

Second Amendment, dated as of September 29, 2005, to Lease Agreement, dated as of October 1, 1996, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P.  (succeeded  by  Stadium  Promenade  LLC),  as  landlord  and  Century  Theatres,  Inc.,  as  tenant,  for  Century  Stadium  25,  Orange, 
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.27(c) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, 
File No. 333-140390, filed April 18, 2007).

Third Amendment, dated as of August 5, 2006, to Lease Agreement, dated as of October 1, 1996, by and between Stadium Promenade 
LLC,  as  landlord  and  Century  Theatres,  Inc.,  as  tenant,  for  Century  Stadium  25,  Orange,  CA.  (incorporated  by  reference  to  Exhibit 
10.10(h) of Cinemark Holdings, Inc. Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, File No. 001-33401, filed November 7, 2013).

Fourth Amendment, dated as of August 15, 2014, to Lease Agreement, dated as of October 1, 1996, by and between Stadium Promenade 
LLC, as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Century Stadium 25, Orange, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.19(e) 
to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, File No. 001-33401, filed February 23, 2018).

Fifth Amendment, dated as of August 3, 2015, to Lease Agreement, dated as of October 1, 1996, by and between Stadium Promenade 
LLC, as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Century Stadium 25, Orange, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.19(f) 
to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, File No. 001-33401, filed February 23, 2018).

Indenture of Lease, dated as of July 1, 1996, by and between Synm Properties Inc. (succeeded by Syufy Properties, Inc.), as landlord and 
Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, Century Rio 24, Albuquerque, NM (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.28(a) to Amendment No. 
5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 20, 2007).

First Amendment, dated as of April 15, 2005, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of July 1, 1996, by and between Synm Properties Inc. 
(succeeded by Syufy Properties, Inc.), as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, Century Rio 24, Albuquerque, NM (incorporated 
by reference to Exhibit 10.28(b) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-
140390, filed April 18, 2007).

Second Amendment, dated as of September 29, 2005, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of July 1, 1996, by and between Synm Properties 
Inc.  (succeeded  by  Syufy  Properties,  Inc.),  as  landlord  and  Century  Theatres,  Inc.,  as  tenant,  Century  Rio  24,  Albuquerque,  NM 
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.28(c) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, 
File No. 333-140390, filed April 18, 2007).

Third Amendment, dated as of August 7, 2006, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of July 1, 1996, by and between SYNM Properties Inc. 
(succeeded by Syufy Properties, Inc.), as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, Century Rio 24, Albuquerque, NM. (incorporated 
by reference to Exhibit 10.10(g) of Cinemark Holdings, Inc. Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, File No. 001-33401, filed November 7, 
2013).

Fourth Amendment, dated as of January 29, 2018, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of July 1, 1996, by and between SYNM Properties Inc. 
(succeeded by Syufy Properties, Inc.), as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, Century Rio 24, Albuquerque, NM. (incorporated 
by reference to Exhibit 10.7 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8—K, File No. 001-33401, filed January 29, 2018).

Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 3, 1996, by and between Syufy Enterprises, L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as 
tenant, for Century 14, Roseville, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.29(a) to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s 
Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 20, 2007).

First Amendment, dated as of April 15, 2005, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 3, 1996, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Century 14, Roseville, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.29(b) to 
Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 18, 2007).

Second  Amendment,  dated  as  of  September  29,  2005,  to  Indenture  of  Lease,  dated  as  of  September  3,  1996,  by  and  between  Syufy 
Enterprises, L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Century 14, Roseville, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 
10.29(c) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 18, 
2007).

Third Amendment, dated as of August 7, 2006, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 3, 1996, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Century 14, Roseville, CA. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.10(e) of 
Cinemark Holdings, Inc. Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, File No. 001-33401, filed November 7, 2013).

Fourth Amendment, dated as of January 29, 2018, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 3, 1996, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P.,  as  landlord  and  Century  Theatres,  Inc.,  as  tenant,  for  Century  14,  Roseville,  CA.  (incorporated  by  reference  to  Exhibit  10.6  to 
Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K, File No. 001-33401, filed January 29, 2018).

55

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Number

10.22(a)

10.22(b)

10.22(c)

10.22(d)

10.22 (e)

10.22(f)

10.22(g)

10.23(a)

10.23(b)

10.23(c)

10.23(d)

10.23(e)

10.23(f)

10.24(a)

10.24(b)

10.24(c)

Exhibit Title

Indenture  of  Lease,  dated  as  of  September  30,  1995,  by  and  between  Syufy  Enterprises,  L.P.,  as  landlord  and  Century  Theatres  of 
California, Inc., as tenant, for Century Stadium 16, Ventura, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.31(a) to Amendment No. 5 to 
Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 20, 2007).

First Amendment, dated as of October 1, 1996, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc., as tenant, for Century Stadium 16, Ventura, CA (incorporated by reference to 
Exhibit 10.31(b) to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed 
April 20, 2007).

Second  Amendment,  dated  as  of  September  1,  2000,  to  Indenture  of  Lease,  dated  as  of  September  30,  1995,  by  and  between  Syufy 
Enterprises, L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc., as tenant, for Century Stadium 16, Ventura, CA (incorporated by 
reference to Exhibit 10.31(c) to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-
140390, filed April 20, 2007).

Third Amendment, dated as of April 15, 2005, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc., as tenant, for Century Stadium 16, Ventura, CA (incorporated by reference to 
Exhibit 10.31(d) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed 
April 18, 2007).

Fourth Amendment dated as of September 29, 2005 to Indenture of Lease, dated September 30, 1995 between Syufy Enterprises L.P., as 
landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant for Century Stadium 16, Ventura, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.22(e) to 
Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, File No. 001-33401, filed February 27, 2015).

Fifth Amendment, dated as of August 7, 2006, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc., as tenant, for Century Stadium 16, Ventura, CA (incorporated by reference to 
Exhibit 10.31(e) to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed 
April 20, 2007).
Sixth Amendment dated November 29, 2012 to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, between Syufy Enterprises, L.P., as 
landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Century Stadium 16, Ventura, CA  (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.22(g) to 
Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, File No. 001-33401, filed February 27, 2015).

Indenture  of  Lease,  dated  as  of  September  30,  1995,  by  and  between  Syufy  Enterprises,  L.P.,  as  landlord  and  Century  Theatres  of 
California, Inc., as tenant, for Northridge 14, Salinas, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.32(a) to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark 
Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 20, 2007).

First  Amendment,  dated  as  of  September  1,  2000,  to  Indenture  of  Lease,  dated  as  of  September  30,  1995,  by  and  between  Syufy 
Enterprises, L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc., as tenant, for Northridge 14, Salinas, CA (incorporated by reference 
to Exhibit 10.32(b) to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed 
April 20, 2007).

Second  Amendment,  dated  as  of  October  1,  2001,  to  Indenture  of  Lease,  dated  as  of  September  30,  1995,  by  and  between  Syufy 
Enterprises, L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc., as tenant, for Northridge 14, Salinas, CA (incorporated by reference 
to Exhibit 10.32(c) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed 
April 18, 2007).

Third Amendment, dated as of August 7, 2006, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc., as tenant, for Northridge 14, Salinas, CA. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 
10.10(m) of Cinemark Holdings, Inc. Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, File No. 001-33401, filed November 7, 2013).

Fourth Amendment, dated as of August 4, 2017, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc., as tenant, for Northridge 14, Salinas, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 
10.23(e) to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, File No. 001-33401, filed February 23, 2018).

Fifth Amendment, dated as of January 29, 2018, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc., as tenant, for Northridge 14, Salinas, CA. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 
10.10 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K, File No. 001-33401, filed January 29, 2018).

Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy Properties, Inc. (succeeded by Syufy Enterprises, L.P.), as 
landlord and Century Theatres of Utah, Inc., as tenant, for Century 16, Salt Lake City, UT (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.33(a) 
to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 20, 2007).

First Amendment, dated as of January 4, 1998, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy Properties, 
Inc. (succeeded by Syufy Enterprises, L.P.), as landlord and Century Theatres of Utah, Inc., as tenant, for Century 16, Salt Lake City, UT 
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.33(b) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, 
File No. 333-140390, filed April 18, 2007).

Second  Amendment,  dated  as  of  September  1,  2000,  to  Indenture  of  Lease,  dated  as  of  September  30,  1995,  by  and  between  Syufy 
Properties, Inc. (succeeded by Syufy Enterprises, L.P.), as landlord and Century Theatres of Utah, Inc., as tenant, for Century 16, Salt 
Lake City, UT (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.33(c) to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement 
on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 20, 2007).

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Number

10.24(d)

10.24(e)

10.24(f)

10.25(a)

10.25(b)

10.25(c)

10.25(d)

10.25(e)

10.25(f)

10.26(a)

10.26(b)

10.26(c)

10.26(d)

10.26(e)

10.26(4)

10.27(a)

10.27(b)

Exhibit Title

Third Amendment, dated as of April 15, 2005, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy Properties, 
Inc. (succeeded by Syufy Enterprises, L.P.), as landlord and Century Theatres of Utah, Inc., as tenant, for Century 16, Salt Lake City, UT 
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.33(d) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, 
File No. 333-140390, filed April 18, 2007).

Fourth Amendment, dated as of April 15, 2005, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy Properties, 
Inc. (succeeded by Syufy Enterprises, L.P.), as landlord and Century Theatres of Utah, Inc., as tenant, for Century 16, Salt Lake City, UT 
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.33(e) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, 
File No. 333-140390, filed April 18, 2007).

Fifth Amendment, dated as of August 7, 2006, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between SYUT Properties, 
Inc. (succeeded by Syufy  Properties, Inc.), as  landlord and  Century  Theatres  of  Utah, Inc. (succeeded by Century Theatres, Inc.), as 
tenant, for Century 16, Salt Lake City, UT. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.10(l) of Cinemark Holdings, Inc. Quarterly Report 
on Form 10-Q, File No. 001-33401, filed November 7, 2013).

Indenture of Lease, dated as of April 17, 1998, by and between Syufy Enterprises, L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, 
for Century Larkspur, Larkspur, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.34(a) to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s 
Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 20, 2007).

First Amendment, dated as of April 30, 2003, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of April 17, 1998, by and between Syufy Enterprises, L.P., 
as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Century Larkspur, Larkspur, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.34(b) to 
Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 20, 2007).

Second Amendment, dated as of April 15, 2005, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of April 17, 1998, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Century Larkspur, Larkspur, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.34(c) 
to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 20, 2007).
Third Amendment, dated as of September 29, 2005, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of April 17, 1998, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Century Larkspur, Larkspur, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.34(d) 
to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 18, 2007).

Fourth Amendment, dated as of August 7, 2006, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of April 17, 1998, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Century Larkspur, Larkspur, CA. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.10(k) 
of Cinemark Holdings, Inc. Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, File No. 001-33401, filed November 7, 2013).

Fifth Amendment, dated as of January 29, 2018, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of April 17, 1998, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Century Larkspur, Larkspur, CA. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.9 to 
Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K, File No. 001-33401, filed January 29, 2018).

Indenture of Lease, dated as of August 1, 1997, by and between Syufy Enterprises, L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, 
for Century Park Lane 16, Reno, NV (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.35(a) to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s 
Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 20, 2007).

First Amendment, dated as of April 15, 2005, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of August 1, 1997, by and between Syufy Enterprises, L.P., 
as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Century Park Lane 16, Reno, NV (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.35(b) to 
Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 18, 2007).

Second Amendment, dated as of September 29, 2005, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of August 1, 1997, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Century Park Lane 16, Reno, NV (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.35(c) 
to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 18, 2007).

Third Amendment, dated as of August 7, 2006, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of August 1, 1997, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Century Park Lane 16, Reno, NV. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.10(f) 
of Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, File No. 001-33401, filed November 7, 2013).

Fourth Amendment, dated as of August 8, 2017, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of August 1, 1997, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Century Park Lane 16, Reno, NV (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.26(e) 
to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, File No. 001-33401, filed February 23, 2018).

Fifth Amendment, dated as of January 29, 2018, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of August 1, 1997, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Century Park Lane 16, Reno, NV. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.8 
to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K, File No. 001-33401, filed January 29, 2018).

Indenture  of  Lease,  dated  as  of  September  30,  1995,  by  and  between  Syufy  Enterprises,  L.P.,  as  landlord  and  Century  Theatres  of 
California,  Inc.,  as  tenant,  for  Century  16,  Sacramento,  CA  (incorporated  by  reference  to  Exhibit  10.36(a)  to  Amendment  No.  5  to 
Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 20, 2007).

First  Amendment,  dated  as  of  September  1,  2000,  to  Indenture  of  Lease,  dated  as  of  September  30,  1995,  by  and  between  Syufy 
Enterprises,  L.P.,  as  landlord  and  Century  Theatres  of  California,  Inc.,  as  tenant,  for  Century  16,  Sacramento,  CA  (incorporated  by 
reference to Exhibit 10.36(b) to Amendment No. 5 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-
140390, filed April 20, 2007).

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Number

10.27(c)

10.27(d)

10.27(e)

10.27(f)

10.27(g)

10.28(a)

10.28(b)

10.29

+10.30

10.31

10.32

10.33

10.34

Exhibit Title

Second  Amendment,  dated  as  of  October  1,  2001,  to  Indenture  of  Lease,  dated  as  of  September  30,  1995,  by  and  between  Syufy 
Enterprises,  L.P.,  as  landlord  and  Century  Theatres  of  California,  Inc.,  as  tenant,  for  Century  16,  Sacramento,  CA  (incorporated  by 
reference to Exhibit 10.36(c) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-
140390, filed April 18, 2007).

Third Amendment, dated as of April 15, 2005, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy    Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc., as tenant, for Century 16, Sacramento, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 
10.36(d) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-140390, filed April 18, 
2007).

Fourth Amendment, dated as of September 29, 2005, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy 
Enterprises,  L.P.,  as  landlord  and  Century  Theatres  of  California,  Inc.,  as  tenant,  for  Century  16,  Sacramento,  CA  (incorporated  by 
reference to Exhibit 10.36(e) to Amendment No. 3 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1, File No. 333-
140390, filed April 18, 2007).

Fifth Amendment, dated as of August 7, 2006, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc. (succeeded by Century Theatres, Inc.), as tenant, for Century 16, Sacramento, 
CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.10(n) of Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, File No. 001-33401, 
filed November 7, 2013).

Sixth Amendment, dated as of January 29, 2018, to Indenture of Lease, dated as of September 30, 1995, by and between Syufy Enterprises, 
L.P., as landlord and Century Theatres of California, Inc. (succeeded by Century Theatres, Inc.), as tenant, for Century 16, Sacramento, 
CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.11 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8—K, File No. 001-33401, filed 
January 29, 2018).

Lease Agreement, dated as of May 26, 2015, by and between Sy Arden Way LLC, as landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for 
Howe ‘Bout Arden Center, Sacramento, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.28(a) to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Annual Report 
on Form 10-K, File No. 001-33401, filed February 23, 2018).

Letter Agreement, dated as of February 8, 2016, to Lease Agreement, dated as of May 26, 2015, by and between Sy Arden Way LLC, as 
landlord and Century Theatres, Inc., as tenant, for Howe ‘Bout Arden Center, Sacramento, CA (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 
10.28(b) to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, File No. 001-33401, filed February 23, 2018).

Cinemark Holdings, Inc. Performance Bonus Plan, as amended (incorporated by reference to Appendix B to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s 
Definitive Proxy Statement, filed April 11, 2013).

Third Amended and Restated Non-Employee Director Compensation Policy, dated as of February 15, 2017 (incorporated by reference to 
Exhibit 10.30 to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, File No. 001-33401, filed February 23, 2018).

Aircraft  Time  Sharing  Agreement,  dated  as  of  September  2,  2009,  between  Copper  Beach  Capital,  LLC  and  Cinemark  USA,  Inc. 
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 of Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K, File No. 001-33401, filed September 
8, 2009).

Limited Liability Company Agreement of FE Concepts, LLC dated as of April 20, 2018 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 of 
Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, File No. 001-33401, filed August 8, 2018).

Management  Services  Agreement  by  and  between  FE  Concepts,  LLC  and  Cinema  Operations,  L.L.C.  dated  as  of  April  20,  2018 
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 of Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, File No. 001-33401, filed August 
8, 2018).

Theatre  Services  Agreement  by  and  between  FE  Concepts,  LLC  and  CNMK  Texas  Properties,  LLC  dated  as  of  April  20,  2018 
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.3 of Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, File No. 001-33401, filed August 
8, 2018).

*21

  Subsidiaries of Cinemark Holdings, Inc.

*23.1

*31.1

*31.2

*32.1

*32.2

*101

  Consent of Deloitte & Touche LLP.

  Certification of Mark Zoradi, Chief Executive Officer, pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

  Certification of Sean Gamble, Chief Financial Officer, pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Certification of Mark Zoradi, Chief Executive Officer, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as added by Section 906 of the Sarbanes-
Oxley Act of 2002.

Certification of Sean Gamble, Chief Financial Officer, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as added by Section 906 of the Sarbanes-
Oxley Act of 2002.

The following financial information from Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2018 
filed with the SEC on February 28, 2019, formatted in XBRL includes: (i) Consolidated Balance Sheets (ii) Consolidated Statements of 
Income, (iii) Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income, (iv) Consolidated Statements of Equity, (v) Consolidated Statements 
of Cash Flows and (vi) the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements tagged as detailed text.

*
+
(P)

Filed herewith.
Any management contract, compensatory plan or arrangement.
Paper filing.

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Exchange Act, the registrant has duly caused this 

report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

Dated: February 28, 2019

CINEMARK HOLDINGS, INC

BY:

BY:

/s/ Mark Zoradi
Mark Zoradi
Chief Executive Officer

/s/ Sean Gamble
Sean Gamble
Chief Financial Officer and 
Principal Accounting Officer

POWER OF ATTORNEY

Each person whose signature appears below hereby severally constitutes and appoints Mark Zoradi and Sean 
Gamble his true and lawful attorney-in-fact and agent, each with the power of substitution and resubstitution, for him 
in any and all capacities, to sign any and all amendments to this Annual Report on Form 10-K and to file the same, 
with accompanying exhibits and other related documents, with the Securities and Exchange Commission, and ratify 
and confirm all that said attorney-in-fact and agent, or his substitute or substitutes, may lawfully do or cause to be 
done by virtue of said appointment.

Pursuant to the requirements of the Exchange Act, this report has been signed below by the following persons 

on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.

Name

/s/ Lee Roy Mitchell
Lee Roy Mitchell

/s/ Mark Zoradi
Mark Zoradi

/s/ Sean Gamble
Sean Gamble

/s/ Benjamin D. Chereskin
Benjamin D. Chereskin

/s/ Enrique F. Senior
Enrique F. Senior

/s/ Raymond W. Syufy
Raymond W. Syufy

/s/ Carlos M. Sepulveda
Carlos M. Sepulveda

/s/ Steven Rosenberg
Steven Rosenberg

/s/ Nina Vaca
Nina Vaca

/s/ Darcy Antonellis
Darcy Antonellis

/s/ Nancy Loewe
Nancy Loewe

Title
Chairman of the Board of Directors and Director

Date
February 28, 2019

Chief Executive Officer and Director
(principal executive officer)

Chief Financial Officer 
(principal financial and accounting officer)

Director

Director

Director

Director

Director

Director

Director

Director

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February 28, 2019

February 28, 2019

February 28, 2019

February 28, 2019

February 28, 2019

February 28, 2019

February 28, 2019

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION TO BE FURNISHED WITH REPORTS FILED PURSUANT TO
SECTION 15(d) OF THE ACT BY REGISTRANTS WHICH HAVE NOT REGISTERED
SECURITIES PURSUANT TO SECTION 12 OF THE ACT.

No annual report or proxy material has been sent to our stockholders. An annual report and proxy material may 
be sent to our stockholders subsequent to the filing of this Form 10-K. We shall furnish to the SEC copies of any 
annual report or proxy material that is sent to our stockholders.

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INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

CINEMARK HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL 

STATEMENTS:

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm...............................................................................

Consolidated Balance Sheets, December 31, 2017 and 2018 ............................................................................

Consolidated Statements of Income for the Years Ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018 ........................

Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income for the Years Ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 
2018 ....................................................................................................................................................................

Consolidated Statements of Equity for the Years Ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018 .........................

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the Years Ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018 .................

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements ......................................................................................................

Page

F-2

F-3

F-4

F-5

F-6

F-7

F-8

F-1

 
REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM 

To the stockholders and the Board of Directors of Cinemark Holdings, Inc.

Opinion on the Financial Statements

We  have  audited  the  accompanying  consolidated  balance  sheets  of  Cinemark  Holdings,  Inc.  and  subsidiaries  (the 
"Company")  as  of  December  31,  2017  and  2018,  the  related  consolidated  statements  of  income,  comprehensive 
income, equity, and cash flows, for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2018, and the related 
notes and the schedule listed in the Index at Item 15 (collectively referred to as the "financial statements"). In our 
opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of 
December 31, 2017 and 2018, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the three years in the 
period ended December 31, 2018, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of 
America.

We have also audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United 
States) (PCAOB), the Company's internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2018, based on criteria 
established in Internal Control — Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations 
of  the  Treadway  Commission  and  our  report  dated  February  28,  2019,  expressed  an  unqualified  opinion  on  the 
Company's internal control over financial reporting.

Basis for Opinion

These financial statements are the responsibility of the Company's management. Our responsibility is to express an 
opinion on the Company's financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with 
the  PCAOB  and are  required  to  be independent with  respect  to  the Company  in accordance with  the U.S.  federal 
securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and 
perform  the  audit  to  obtain  reasonable  assurance  about  whether  the  financial  statements  are  free  of  material 
misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material 
misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to 
those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in 
the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates 
made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. We believe that our 
audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

/s/ Deloitte & Touche LLP 
Dallas, Texas  
February 28, 2019  

We have served as the Company's auditor since 1988.

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PART IV - FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Item 15.  Financial Statement

CINEMARK HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(in thousands, except share and per share data)

December 31,
2017

December 31,
2018

Assets
Current assets

Cash and cash equivalents
Inventories
Accounts receivable
Current income tax receivable
Prepaid expenses and other
Total current assets

Theatre properties and equipment

Land
Buildings
Property under capital lease
Theatre furniture and equipment
Leasehold interests and improvements

Total

Less: accumulated depreciation and amortization
Theatre properties and equipment, net

Other assets

Goodwill
Intangible assets - net
Investment in NCM
Investments in and advances to affiliates
Long-term deferred tax asset
Deferred charges and other assets - net

Total other assets

Total assets
Liabilities and equity
Current liabilities

Current portion of long-term debt
Current portion of capital and finance lease obligations
Current income tax payable
Current liability for uncertain tax positions
Accounts payable
Accrued film rentals
Accrued payroll
Accrued property taxes
Accrued other current liabilities
Total current liabilities

Long-term liabilities

Long-term debt, less current portion
Capital and finance lease obligations, less current portion
Long-term deferred tax liability
Long-term liability for uncertain tax positions
Deferred lease expenses
Deferred revenue - NCM
Other long-term liabilities

Total long-term liabilities
Commitments and contingencies (see Note 18)
Equity

Cinemark Holdings, Inc.'s stockholders' equity:

Common stock, $0.001 par value: 300,000,000 shares authorized, 121,000,903 shares issued and 
116,475,033 shares outstanding at December 31, 2017 and 121,456,721 shares issued and 
116,830,530 shares outstanding at December 31, 2018
Additional paid-in-capital
Treasury stock, 4,525,870 and 4,626,191 shares, at cost, at December 31, 2017 and December 31, 
2018, respectively
Retained earnings
Accumulated other comprehensive loss

Total Cinemark Holdings, Inc.'s stockholders' equity

Noncontrolling interests

Total equity
Total liabilities and equity

  $

  $

  $

522,547     $
17,507    
89,250    
11,730    
16,536    
657,570    

104,207    
490,394    
430,764    
1,199,702    
1,103,522    
3,328,589    
1,500,535    
1,828,054    

1,284,079    
336,761    
200,550    
120,045    
4,067    
39,767    
1,985,269    
4,470,893     $

7,099     $
25,511    
5,509    
11,873    
109,984    
106,738    
50,349    
31,353    
120,497    
468,913    

1,780,381    
251,151    
121,787    
8,358    
40,929    
351,706    
41,980    
2,596,292    

121    
1,141,088    

(76,354 )  
582,222    
(253,282 )  
1,393,795    
11,893    
1,405,688    

426,222  
19,319  
95,084  
3,288  
15,117  
559,030  

103,739  
522,355  
387,480  
1,239,122  
1,151,454  
3,404,150  
1,571,017  
1,833,133  

1,276,324  
330,910  
275,592  
156,766  
9,028  
41,055  
2,089,675  
4,481,838  

7,984  
27,065  
12,179  
573  
104,638  
95,754  
46,500  
31,154  
148,842  
474,689  

1,772,627  
232,467  
155,626  
13,380  
39,235  
287,349  
50,348  
2,551,032  

121  
1,155,424  

(79,259 )
686,459  
(319,007 )
1,443,738  
12,379  
1,456,117  

  $

4,470,893     $

4,481,838  

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.

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CINEMARK HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2016, 2017 AND 2018
(in thousands, except per share data)

Revenues

Admissions
Concession
Other

Total revenues

Cost of operations

Film rentals and advertising
Concession supplies
Salaries and wages
Facility lease expense
Utilities and other
General and administrative expenses
Depreciation and amortization
Impairment of long-lived assets
Loss on disposal of assets and other

Total cost of operations

Operating income
Other income (expense)
Interest expense
Loss on debt amendments and refinancing
Interest income
Foreign currency exchange gain (loss)
Distributions from NCM
Interest expense - NCM
Equity in income of affiliates

Total other expense

Income before income taxes

Income taxes

Net income

Less:  Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests

Net income attributable to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.
Weighted average shares outstanding

Basic
Diluted

2016

2017

2018

  $

1,789,137    $
990,103     
139,525     
2,918,765     

1,794,982    $
1,038,788     
157,777     
2,991,547     

1,834,173 
1,108,793 
278,769 
3,221,735 

962,655     
154,469     
325,765     
321,294     
355,926     
143,355     
209,071     
2,836     
20,459     
2,495,830     
422,935     

966,510     
166,320     
354,510     
328,197     
355,041     
153,278     
237,513     
15,084     
22,812     
2,599,265     
392,282     

(108,313)    
(13,445)    
6,396     
6,455     
14,656     
—     
31,962     
(62,289)    
360,646     
103,819     
256,827    $
1,736     
255,091    $

(105,918)    
(521)    
6,249     
893     
16,407     
—     
35,985     
(46,905)    
345,377     
79,358     
266,019    $
1,839     
264,180    $

999,755 
180,974 
383,860 
323,316 
448,070 
165,173 
261,162 
32,372 
38,702 
2,833,384 
388,351 

(109,994)
(1,484)
10,614 
(11,660)
15,389 
(19,724)
39,242 
(77,617)
310,734 
95,429 
215,305 
1,478 
213,827 

115,508     
115,783     

115,766     
116,059     

116,054 
116,342 

  $

  $

Earnings  per  share  attributable  to  Cinemark  Holdings,  Inc.'s 
common stockholders

Basic
Diluted

  $
  $

2.19    $
2.19    $

2.26    $
2.26    $

1.83 
1.83  

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.

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CINEMARK HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2016, 2017 AND 2018
(In thousands)

Net income
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax

Unrealized gain (loss) due to fair value adjustments on interest rate swap 
agreements, net of taxes of $138, $0 and $1,243, net of settlements
Other comprehensive income (loss) in equity method investments
Foreign currency translation adjustments

Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
Total comprehensive income, net of tax

Comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interests
Comprehensive income attributable to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.

2016

2017
  $ 256,827    $ 266,019    $ 215,305 

2018

—     
248     

(3,851)
234     
(139)
89     
(4,966)     (62,253)
    26,394     
    26,717     
(4,718)     (66,243)
    283,544      261,301      149,062 
(1,478)
  $ 281,775    $ 259,462    $ 147,584  

(1,839)    

(1,769)    

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.

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CINEMARK HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF EQUITY
YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2016, 2017 AND 2018
(in thousands, except per share amounts)

Common Stock

Treasury Stock

  Shares
  Acquired  

  Amount

Total

  Accumulated  
Other
 Comprehensive  
Loss

  Cinemark
 Holdings, Inc.'s  
  Stockholders'  
Equity

 Noncontrolling  
Interests

  $

(271,686 )   $

  Shares

Balance at January 1, 2016
Issuance of restricted stock
Issuance of stock upon vesting of restricted stock units
Restricted stock forfeitures and stock withholdings related to share 
based awards that vested during the year ended December 31, 2016    
Share based awards compensation expense
Tax benefit related to share based award vestings
Dividends paid to stockholders, $1.08 per share
Dividends accrued on unvested restricted stock unit awards
Dividends paid to noncontrolling interests
Buyout of noncontrolling interests' share of Chilean subsidiary
Gain realized on available-for-sale securities, net of taxes of $1,180    
Net income
Other comprehensive income
Balance at December 31, 2016
Issuance of restricted stock
Issuance of stock upon vesting of restricted stock units
Restricted stock forfeitures and stock withholdings related to share 
based awards that vested during the year ended December 31, 2017    
Share based awards compensation expense
Tax expense related to share based award vestings
Dividends paid to stockholders, $1.16 per share
Dividends accrued on unvested restricted stock unit awards
Dividends paid to noncontrolling interests
Net income
Reclassification of cumulative translation adjustments
Other comprehensive loss
Balance at December 31, 2017
Cumulative effect of change in accounting principle, net of taxes of 
$13,079 (see Note 3)
Issuance of restricted stock
Issuance of stock upon vesting of restricted stock units
Restricted stock forfeitures and stock withholdings related to share 
based awards that vested during the year ended December 31, 2018    
Share based awards compensation expense
Dividends paid to stockholders, $1.28 per share
Dividends accrued on unvested restricted stock unit awards
Dividends paid to noncontrolling interests
Net income
Reclassification of cumulative translation adjustments
Other comprehensive loss
Balance at December 31, 2018

Issued  
120,108  
334  
215  

  Amount
  $

120  
1  
—  

—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
120,657  
247  
97  

—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
121,001  

—  
329  
127  

—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
121,457  

  $

  $

  $

—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
121  
—  
—  

—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
121  

—  
—  
—  

—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
121  

  Additional  
  Paid-in-
  Capital

  Retained  
  Earnings  
(66,577 )   $ 1,113,219     $ 324,632  
—  
—  

—      
—      

—  
—  

—  
—  
—  

(6,834 )    
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  

—      
13,394      
1,856      
—      
—      
—      
(27 )    
—      
—      
—      

(125,490 )    
(554 )    
—  
—  
—  
255,091  
—  
(73,411 )   $ 1,128,442     $ 453,679  
—  
—  

—      
—      

—  
—  

  $

—  
—  
—  

(2,943 )    
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  

—      
12,681      
(35 )    
—      
—      
—      
—      
—      
—      

(135,079 )    
(558 )    
—  
264,180  
—  
—  
(76,354 )   $ 1,141,088     $ 582,222  

  $

(4,184 )   $
—  
—  

(263 )    
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
(4,447 )   $
—  
—  

(79 )    
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
(4,526 )   $

—  
—  

—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
(2,011 )    
—  
26,684  
(247,013 )   $

—  
—  

—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
(1,551 )    
(4,718 )    
(253,282 )   $

  $

1,099,708  
1  
—  

(6,834 )    
13,394  
1,856  
(125,490 )    
(554 )    
-  
(27 )    
(2,011 )    

255,091  
26,684  
1,261,818  
—  
—  

  $

(2,943 )    
12,681  

(35 )    
(135,079 )    
(558 )    
—  
264,180  

(1,551 )    
(4,718 )    
  $

1,393,795  

—  
—  
—  

—  
—  
—  

—      
—      
—      

40,526  
—  
—  

—  
—  
—  

40,526  
—  
—  

(100 )    
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
(4,626 )   $

—  
—  

—      
14,336      
—      
—      
—      
—      

(2,905 )    
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  

(149,492 )    
(624 )    
—  
213,827  
—  
—  
(79,259 )   $ 1,155,424     $ 686,459  

—      

  $

—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
518  
(66,243 )    
(319,007 )   $

(2,905 )    
14,336  
(149,492 )    
(624 )    
—  
213,827  
518  
(66,243 )    
  $

1,443,738  

  Total
  Equity
  $ 1,110,813  
1  
—  

11,105  
—  
—  

—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
(1,309 )    
(423 )    
-  
1,736  
33  
11,142  
—  
—  

(6,834 )
13,394  
1,856  
(125,490 )
(554 )
(1,309 )
(450 )
(2,011 )
256,827  
26,717  
  $ 1,272,960  
—  
—  

—  
—  
—  
—  
—  
(1,088 )    
1,839  
—  
—  
11,893  

(2,943 )
12,681  
(35 )
(135,079 )
(558 )
(1,088 )
266,019  
(1,551 )
(4,718 )
  $ 1,405,688  

—  
—  
—  

40,526  
—  
—  

—  
—  
—  
—  
(992 )    
1,478  
—  
—  
12,379  

(2,905 )
14,336  
(149,492 )
(624 )
(992 )
215,305  
518  
(66,243 )
  $ 1,456,117  

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.

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CINEMARK HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2016, 2017 AND 2018
(In thousands)

Operating activities
Net income
Adjustments to reconcile net income to cash provided by operating activities:

Depreciation
Amortization of intangible and other assets and favorable/unfavorable leases
Amortization of long-term prepaid rents
Amortization of debt issue costs
Amortization of deferred revenues, deferred lease incentives and other
Impairment of long-lived assets
Share based awards compensation expense
Loss on disposal of assets and other
Loss on debt amendments and refinancing
Deferred lease expenses
Reclassification of cumulative translation adjustments 
Equity in income of affiliates

Deferred income tax expenses
Distributions from equity investees
Changes in other assets and liabilities:

Inventories
Accounts receivable
Income tax receivable
Prepaid expenses and other
Deferred charges and other assets - net
Accounts payable and accrued expenses
Income tax payable
Liabilities for uncertain tax positions
Other long-term liabilities

Net cash provided by operating activities

Investing activities
Additions to theatre properties and equipment and other
Proceeds from sale of theatre properties and equipment and other
Acquisitions of theatres in the U.S. and international markets, net of cash acquired
Acquisition of screen advertising business
Proceeds from sale of marketable securities
Acquisition of NCM common units
Investment in joint ventures and other, net

Net cash used for investing activities

Financing activities
Dividends paid to stockholders
Payroll taxes paid as a result of restricted stock withholdings
Proceeds from issuance of Senior Notes, net of discount
Retirement of Senior Subordinated Notes
Repayments of long-term debt
Payment of debt issue costs
Fees paid related to debt amendments
Payments on capital leases
Proceeds from financing lease
Purchases of non-controlling interests
Other
Net cash used for financing activities
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
Decrease in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents:
Beginning of period
End of period

Supplemental information (see Note 16)

2016

2017

2018

  $

256,827     $

266,019     $

215,305  

207,091    
1,980    
1,826    
5,492    
(16,731 )  
2,836    
13,394    
20,459    
13,445    
(990 )  
—    
(31,962 )  
(5,467 )  
21,916    

(1,007 )  
(706 )  
15,510    
(2,267 )  
(1,619 )  
(30,516 )  
(2,261 )  
1,182    
(5,522 )  
462,910    

(326,908 )  
3,570    
(15,300 )  
(1,450 )  
13,451    
—    
(1,132 )  
(327,769 )  

(125,490 )  
(6,834 )  
222,750    
(200,000 )  
(16,605 )  
(7,217 )  
(11,076 )  
(19,343 )  
—    
(450 )  
554    
(163,711 )  
1,266    
(27,304 )  

235,093    
2,420    
2,274    
6,197    
(16,211 )  
15,084    
12,681    
22,812    
521    
(1,268 )  
(1,551 )  
(35,985 )  
(15,015 )  
25,973    

(541 )  
(13,195 )  
(4,363 )  
(775 )  
(4,956 )  
23,405    
438    
2,041    
7,900    
528,998    

(380,862 )  
15,098    
(40,997 )  
—    
—    
—    
(3,715 )  
(410,476 )  

(135,079 )  
(2,943 )  
-    
-    
(5,671 )  
(1,146 )  
(521 )  
(21,725 )  
10,200    
—    
(1,123 )  
(158,008 )  
798    
(38,688 )  

  $

588,539    
561,235     $

561,235    
522,547     $

257,826  
3,336  
2,382  
5,561  
(21,706 )
32,372  
14,336  
38,702  
1,484  
(1,320 )
518  
(39,242 )
23,187  
30,143  

(1,813 )
(4,584 )
8,442  
1,419  
(6,303 )
(11,408 )
6,670  
(10,066 )
11,674  
556,915  

(346,073 )
3,920  
(11,289 )
—  
—  
(78,393 )
(19,535 )
(451,370 )

(149,492 )
(2,905 )
-  
-  
(7,984 )
(5,218 )
(704 )
(25,353 )
—  
—  
(992 )
(192,648 )
(9,222 )
(96,325 )

522,547  
426,222  

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

1.

SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Business — Cinemark Holdings, Inc. and subsidiaries (the “Company”) operates in the motion picture exhibition 
industry, with theatres in the United States (“U.S.”), Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, Honduras, El 
Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Guatemala, Bolivia, Curaçao and Paraguay. 

Principles  of  Consolidation  —  The  consolidated  financial  statements  include  the  accounts  of  Cinemark 
Holdings, Inc. and its subsidiaries. Majority-owned subsidiaries that the Company has control of are consolidated 
while those affiliates of which the Company owns between 20% and 50% and does not control are accounted for under 
the equity method. Those affiliates of which the Company owns less than 20% are generally accounted for under the 
cost method, unless the Company is deemed to have the ability to exercise significant influence over the affiliate, in 
which case the Company would account for its investment under the equity method. The results of these equity method 
investees are included in the consolidated financial statements effective with their formation or from their dates of 
acquisition. Intercompany balances and transactions are eliminated in consolidation.

Cash  and  Cash  Equivalents  —  Cash  and  cash  equivalents  consist  of  operating  funds  held  in  financial 
institutions, petty cash held by the theatres and highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or 
less when purchased. Cash investments are primarily in money market funds, certificates of deposit or other similar 
funds.

Accounts  Receivable  –  Accounts  receivable,  which  are  recorded  at  net  realizable  value,  consist  primarily  of 
receivables related to screen advertising, receivables related to discounted tickets and gift cards sold third party to 
retail  locations,  receivables  from  landlords  related  to  theatre  construction  and  remodels,  rebates  earned  from  the 
Company’s concession vendors and value-added and other non-income tax receivables.

Inventories  —  Concession  and  theatre  supplies  inventories  are  stated  at  the  lower  of  cost  (first-in,  first-out 

method) or market.

Theatre  Properties  and  Equipment  —  Theatre  properties  and  equipment  are  stated  at  cost  less  accumulated 
depreciation and amortization. Depreciation is provided using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives 
of the assets as follows:

Category
Buildings on owned land
Buildings on leased land
Land and buildings under capital and 
finance leases (1)
Theatre furniture and equipment
Leasehold improvements

Useful Life
40 years
Lesser of lease term or useful life
Lesser of lease term or useful life

3 to 15 years
Lesser of lease term or useful life

(1)

Amortization  of  capital  lease  assets  is  included  in  depreciation  and  amortization  expense  on  the  consolidated  statements  of  income. 
Accumulated amortization of capital and finance lease assets as of December 31, 2017 and 2018 was $200,683 and $177,733, respectively.

The Company reviews long-lived assets for impairment indicators on a quarterly basis or whenever events or 
changes in circumstances indicate the carrying amount of the assets may not be fully recoverable. The Company also 
performs a full quantitative impairment evaluation on an annual basis. The Company considers actual theatre level 
cash flows, budgeted theatre level cash flows, theatre property and equipment carrying values, amortizing intangible 
asset carrying values, the age of a recently built theatre, competitive theatres in the marketplace, the impact of recent 
ticket price changes, the impact of recent theatre remodels or other substantial improvements, available lease renewal 
options  and  other  factors  considered  relevant  in  its  impairment  assessment.  Long-lived  assets  are  evaluated  for 
impairment  on  a  theatre  basis,  which  the  Company  believes  is  the  lowest  applicable  level  for  which  there  are 
identifiable cash flows. The impairment evaluation is based on the estimated undiscounted cash flows from continuing 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

use through the remainder of the theatre’s useful life. The remainder of the theatre’s useful life correlates with the 
remaining lease period, which includes the probability of the exercise of available renewal periods or extensions, for 
leased properties and the lesser of twenty years or the building’s remaining useful life for owned properties. If the 
estimated undiscounted cash flows are not sufficient to recover a long-lived asset’s carrying value, the Company then 
compares the carrying value of the asset group (theatre) with its estimated fair value. When the estimated fair value is 
determined to be lower than the carrying value of the asset group, the asset group is written down to its estimated fair 
value. Significant judgment is involved in estimating cash flows and fair value. Management’s estimates, which fall 
under Level 3 of the U.S. GAAP fair value hierarchy as defined by Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) 
Accounting  Standards  Codification  (“ASC”)  Topic  820-10-35,  are  based  on  historical  and  projected  operating 
performance, recent market transactions and current industry trading multiples. Fair value is determined based on a 
multiple of cash flows, which was six and a half times for the evaluations performed during 2016, 2017 and 2018. The 
long-lived asset impairment charges recorded during each of the periods presented are specific to theatres that were 
directly and individually impacted by increased competition, adverse changes in market demographics, or adverse 
changes in the development or the conditions of the areas surrounding the theatre. See Note 9 for further discussion.

Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets — The Company evaluates goodwill for impairment annually during the 
fourth quarter or whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying value of the goodwill may not be 
fully recoverable.  The Company evaluates goodwill for impairment at the reporting unit level and we have allocated 
goodwill to the reporting unit based on an estimate of its relative fair value. Management considers the reporting unit 
to  be  each  of  its  twenty  regions  in  the  U.S.  and  seven  of  its  international  countries  with  Honduras,  El  Salvador, 
Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama and Guatemala considered one reporting unit (the Company does not have goodwill 
recorded for all of its international locations). Under ASC Topic 350, Goodwill, Intangibles and Other (“ASC Topic 
350”), the Company may perform a qualitative impairment assessment or a quantitative impairment assessment of our 
goodwill.  

A quantitative analysis requires the Company to estimate the fair value of each reporting unit and compare it 
with its carrying value. If the carrying value of the reporting unit exceeds its estimated fair value, goodwill would be 
written  down  such  that  the  carrying  value  would  equal  estimated  fair  value.  Fair  value  is  determined  based  on  a 
multiple  of  cash  flows,  which  was  eight  times  for  the  evaluations  performed  during  2017  and  2018.    Significant 
judgment is involved in estimating cash flows and fair value. Management’s estimates, which fall under Level 3 of 
the U.S. GAAP fair value hierarchy as defined by FASB ASC Topic 820-10-35, are based on historical and projected 
operating performance, recent market transactions and current industry trading multiples. Fair value is determined 
based on a multiple of cash flows, which was eight times for the evaluations performed during 2017 and 2018.  A 
qualitative assessment includes consideration of historical and expected future industry performance, estimated future 
performance of the Company, current industry trading multiples and other economic factors, and a review of current 
carrying values to estimated fair values as determined during our most recent quantitative assessment.  

We  performed  a  qualitative  assessment  for  all  reporting  units  for  the  year  ended  December  31,  2016.    We 
performed a quantitative goodwill impairment analysis for all reporting units during the year ended December 31, 
2017.    For  the  year  ended  December  31,  2018,  we  performed  a  quantitative  goodwill  assessment  for  three  new 
domestic reporting units and a qualitative assessment for all other reporting units.  We did not record any goodwill 
impairment charges as a result of the assessments performed during the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 
2018.

Tradename intangible assets are tested for impairment at least annually during the fourth quarter or whenever 
events or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying value may not be fully recoverable. Under ASC Topic 350, 
the Company can elect to perform a qualitative or quantitative impairment assessment for our tradename intangible 
assets.  A quantitative tradename impairment assessment includes comparing the carrying values of tradename assets 
to an estimated fair value. Fair values are estimated by applying an estimated market royalty rate that could be charged 
for the use of our tradename to forecasted future revenues, with an adjustment for the present value of such royalties. 
If the estimated fair value is less than the carrying value, the tradename intangible asset is written down to its estimated 
fair  value.  Significant  judgment  is  involved  in  estimating  market  royalty  rates  and  long-term  revenue  forecasts. 
Management’s estimates, which fall under Level 3 of the U.S. GAAP fair value hierarchy as defined by FASB ASC 
Topic  820-10-35,  are  based  on  historical  and  projected  revenue  performance  and  industry  trends.    A  qualitative 
assessment considers our historical and forecasted revenues and changes in estimated royalty rates, and a comparison 
of current carrying values to estimated fair values from our most recent quantitative assessment.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

During  the  year  ended  December  31,  2016,  the  Company  performed  a  quantitative  tradename  impairment 
assessment for our tradename in Ecuador and performed a qualitative tradename impairment analysis for all other 
tradename  intangible  assets.    During  the  year  ended  December  31,  2017,  the  Company  performed  a  quantitative 
tradename impairment evaluations for all of its tradename assets.  During the year ended December 31, 2018, the 
Compay performed a qualitative tradename impairment analysis for all of its tradename assets.  As a result of the 
analysis performed during each year, no impairment charges were recorded related to tradename intangible assets for 
the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018.  

The table below summarizes the Company’s intangible assets and the amortization method used for each type 

of intangible asset:

Intangible Asset
Goodwill
Tradename

Vendor contracts

Favorable/unfavorable 

leases

Other intangible assets

Amortization Method
Indefinite-lived
Indefinite-lived and definite-lived.  Definite-lived tradename assets 
have a remaining useful life of approximately two to eight years.
Straight-line method over the terms of the underlying contracts. The 
remaining term of the underlying contract is two years.
Based on the pattern in which the economic benefits are realized over 
the terms of the lease agreements. The remaining terms of the lease 
agreements  range  from  approximately  one  to  eighteen  years.    See 
Note 2 for discussion of the expected impact of new lease accounting 
pronouncements.
Straight-line method over the terms of the underlying agreement or 
the expected useful life of the intangible asset. The remaining useful 
lives of these intangible assets range from two to eight years.

Deferred Charges and Other Assets — Deferred charges and other assets consist of long-term prepaid rents, 
construction and other deposits, equipment to be placed in service, and other assets of a long-term nature. Long-term 
prepaid rents represent prepayments of rent on operating leases, which are recognized as facility lease expense over 
the period for which the rent was paid in advance as outlined in the lease agreements. The remaining amortization 
periods generally range from one to seventeen years.  See Note 2 for discussion of the expected impact of new lease 
accounting pronouncements.

Lease Accounting — The Company evaluates each lease for classification as either a capital lease or an operating 
lease. The Company records the lease as a capital lease at its inception if 1) the present value of future minimum lease 
payments exceeds 90% of the leased property’s estimated fair value; 2) the lease term exceeds 75% of the property’s 
estimated useful life; 3) the lease contains a bargain purchase option; or 4) ownership transfers to the Company at the 
end of the lease. The Company performs this evaluation at the inception of the lease and when a modification is made 
to a lease. If the lease agreement calls for a scheduled rent increase during the lease term, the Company recognizes 
the lease expense on a straight-line basis over the lease term. The Company determines the straight-line rent expense 
impact of an operating lease upon inception of the lease. For some newly built theatres, the landlord is responsible for 
constructing the theatre using guidelines and specifications agreed to by the Company and assumes substantially all 
of the risks of construction. For other theatres, the Company is responsible for managing construction of the theatre 
and the landlord contributes an agreed upon amount toward the costs of construction.  If the Company concludes that 
it  has  substantially  all  of  the  construction  period  risks,  it  considers  itself  the  owner  of  the  property  during  the 
construction period. At the end of the construction period, the Company determines if the transaction qualifies for 
sale-leaseback  accounting  treatment  in  regards  to  lease  classification.    If  the  Company  receives  a  lease  incentive 
payment from a landlord, the Company records the proceeds as a deferred lease incentive liability and amortizes the 
liability as a reduction in rent expense over the initial term of the lease if a new theatre, or over the remaining lease 
term if an existing theatre.  See Note 2 for discussion of the expected impact of new lease accounting pronouncements.

Deferred Revenues — Advances collected on long-term screen advertising, concession and other contracts are 
recorded  as  deferred  revenues.  In  accordance  with  the  terms  of  the  agreements,  the  advances  collected  on  such 
contracts are recognized during the period in which the advances are earned, which may differ from the period in 
which the advances are collected. These advances are recognized on either a straight-line basis over the term of the 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

contracts or as such revenues are earned in accordance with the terms of the contracts.  In addition, the Company 
records deferred revenues for sales of gift cards and discounted ticket vouchers, as well as for proceeds received from 
its monthly subscription program, annual membership fees for certain of its loyalty programs and for points issued to 
customers under other loyalty programs.  See Note 3 for further discussion of revenue recognition and Note 6 for 
discussion of deferred revenue – NCM. 

Self-Insurance Reserves — In the U.S., the Company is self-insured for general liability claims subject to an 
annual cap. For the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018, general liability claims were capped at $100, 
$250 and $250, respectively, per occurrence with aggregate annual caps of approximately $3,350, $3,900 and $4,750, 
respectively. For its international locations, the Company is fully insured for general liability claims with little or no 
deductibles per occurrence.  In the U.S., the Company was fully insured for workers compensation claims during the 
year  ended  December  31,  2016.    During  2017,  the  Company  implemented  a  fully-funded  deductible  workers 
compensation insurance plan under which the Company is responsible for pre-funding claims and is responsible for 
claims up to $250 per occurrence, with an annual cap of $5,000 for the years ended December 31, 2017 and 2018.  
The Company was also self-insured for domestic medical claims up to $150, $250 and $250 per occurrence for the 
years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018, respectively. As of December 31, 2017 and 2018, the Company’s 
insurance reserves were $8,252 and $10,827, respectively, and are reflected in accrued other current liabilities on the 
consolidated balance sheets.

Revenue and Expense Recognition — See Note 3 for discussion of revenue recognition.  

Film rental costs are accrued based on the applicable box office receipts and either firm terms or a sliding scale 
formula, which are generally established prior to the opening of the film, or estimates of the final settlement rate, 
which occurs at the conclusion of the film run, subject to the film licensing arrangement. Under a firm terms formula, 
the Company pays the distributor a percentage of box office receipts, which reflects either an aggregate rate for the 
life of the film or rates that decline over the term of the run. Under a sliding scale formula, film rental is paid as a 
percentage of box office revenues using a pre-determined matrix based upon box office performance of the film. The 
settlement process allows for negotiation of film rental fees upon the conclusion of the film run based upon how the 
film performs. Estimates are based on the expected success of a film. The success of a film can typically be determined 
a few weeks after a film is released when initial box office performance of the film is known. Accordingly, final 
settlements typically approximate estimates since box office receipts are known at the time the estimate is made and 
the expected success of a film can typically be estimated early in the film’s run. If actual settlements are different than 
those estimates, film rental costs are adjusted at the time of settlement. 

Loyalty Programs – The Company launched its domestic app-based loyalty program, Connections, in February 
2016. Customers earn points for various transactions as tracked within the app. Points may be redeemed for movie 
tickets, concessions items, concession discounts and experiential rewards, each of which are offered for limited periods 
of time and at varying times during the year. For the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2017, the Company applied 
the incremental cost approach to accounting for the rewards earned, as it determined that the values of the rewards 
offered to the customer are insignificant to the original transactions required to earn such rewards. The Company also 
has  loyalty  programs  in  certain  of  its  international  markets,  which  generally  consist  of  the  customer  paying  a 
membership fee in exchange for discounts during the membership period.  Effective January 1, 2018, the Company 
adopted ASC Topic 606 and now accounts for its points-based loyalty programs by deferring a portion of the revenue 
associated with the transaction that earned such points.  See Note 3 for discussion of revenue recognition as it relates 
to the Company’s loyalty programs.  

Accounting  for  Share  Based  Awards  —  The  Company  measures  the  cost  of  employee  services  received  in 
exchange for an equity award based on the fair value of the award on the date of the grant. The grant date fair value 
is estimated using a market observed price. Such costs are recognized over the period during which an employee is 
required to provide service in exchange for the award (which is usually the vesting period). At the time of the grant, 
the Company also estimates the number of awards that will ultimately be forfeited. See Note 15 for discussion of the 
Company’s share based awards and related compensation expense.

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CINEMARK HOLDINGS, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

Income Taxes — The Company uses an asset and liability approach to financial accounting and reporting for 
income taxes. Deferred income taxes are provided when tax laws and financial accounting standards differ with respect 
to the amount of income for a year and the basis of assets and liabilities. A valuation allowance is recorded to reduce 
the carrying amount of deferred tax assets unless it is more likely than not that such assets will be realized. Income 
taxes  are  provided  on  unremitted  earnings  from  foreign  subsidiaries  unless  such  earnings  are  expected  to  be 
indefinitely  reinvested.  Income  taxes  have  also  been  provided  for  potential  tax  assessments.  The  evaluation  of  an 
uncertain tax position is a two-step process. The first step is recognition: The Company determines whether it is more 
likely than not that a tax position will be sustained upon examination, including resolution of any related appeals or 
litigation processes, based on the technical merits of the position. In evaluating whether a tax position has met the 
more-likely-than-not recognition threshold, the Company should presume that the position would be examined by the 
appropriate  taxing  authority  that  would  have  full  knowledge  of  all  relevant  information.  The  second  step  is 
measurement: A tax position that meets the more-likely-than-not recognition threshold is measured to determine the 
amount of benefit to recognize in the financial statements. The tax position is measured as the largest amount of benefit 
that is greater than 50 percent likely of being realized upon ultimate settlement. Differences between tax positions 
taken in a tax return and amounts recognized in the financial statements result in (1) a change in a liability for income 
taxes payable or (2) a change in an income tax refund receivable,  a deferred tax asset or a deferred tax liability or 
both (1) and (2). The Company accrues interest and penalties on its uncertain tax positions as a component of income 
tax expense.

Segments — For the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018, the Company managed its business under 

two reportable operating segments, U.S. markets and international markets. See Note 19.

Use of Estimates — The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally 
accepted in the United States of America requires the use of estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts 
of assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses 
during the periods presented. The Company’s consolidated financial statements include amounts that are based on 
management’s best estimates and judgments. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

Foreign Currency Translations — The assets and liabilities of the Company’s foreign subsidiaries are translated 
into U.S. dollars at current exchange rates as of the balance sheet date, and revenues and expenses are translated at 
average monthly exchange rates. The resulting translation adjustments are recorded in the consolidated balance sheets 
in  accumulated  other  comprehensive  loss.  See  Note  13  for  a  summary  of  the  translation  adjustments  recorded  in 
accumulated  other  comprehensive  loss  for  the  years  ended  December  31,  2016,  2017  and  2018.  The  Company 
recognizes foreign currency transaction gains and losses when changes in exchange rates impact transactions, other 
than intercompany transactions of a long-term investment nature, that have been denominated in a currency other than 
the functional currency.

Fair Value Measurements — According to authoritative guidance, inputs used in fair value measurements fall 
into three different categories; Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3. Level 1 inputs are quoted prices (unadjusted) in active 
markets for identical assets or liabilities that the reporting entity has the ability to access at the measurement date. 
Level 2 inputs are inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, 
either  directly  or  indirectly.  Level  3  inputs  are  unobservable  inputs  for  the  asset  or  liability.  See  Note  12  for  a 
discussion of our fair value measurements for the year ended December 31, 2018. 

Acquisitions  —  The  Company  accounts  for  acquisitions  under  the  acquisition  method  of  accounting.  The 
acquisition method requires that the acquired assets and liabilities, including contingencies, be recorded at fair value 
determined on the acquisition date and changes thereafter reflected in income. For certain acquisitions, the Company 
obtains independent third party valuation studies for certain of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed to assist the 
Company in determining fair value. The estimation of the fair values of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed 
involves a number of estimates and assumptions that could differ materially from the actual amounts realized. The 
Company provides assumptions, including both quantitative and qualitative information, about the specified asset or 
liability to the third party valuation firms. The Company primarily utilizes the third parties to accumulate comparative 
data from multiple sources and assemble a report that summarizes the information obtained.  The Company then uses 
the information to record estimated fair value. The third party valuation firms are supervised by Company personnel 
who  are  knowledgeable  about  valuations  and  fair  value.  The  Company  evaluates  the  appropriateness  of  the 
assumptions and valuation methodologies utilized by the third party valuation firm.

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CINEMARK HOLDINGS, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

2.

NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS

Impact of New Revenue Recognition Standard

In  May  2014,  the  Financial  Accounting  Standards  Board  (“FASB”)  issued  Accounting  Standards  Update 
(“ASU”) 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606), (“ASC Topic 606”), which requires an entity 
to recognize the amount of revenue to which it expects to be entitled for the transfer of promised goods or services to 
customers.  ASC Topic 606 replaces most existing revenue recognition guidance in U.S. generally accepted accounting 
principles.  In addition, the standard requires disclosure of the nature, amount, timing, and uncertainty of revenue and 
cash flows arising from the contracts with customers.  The Company adopted ASC Topic 606 effective January 1, 
2018.  See Note 3 for further discussion.  

Impact of New Lease Accounting Standard

In February 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-02, Leases (Topic 842), (“ASC Topic 842”). The purpose of 
ASU 2016-02 is to provide financial statement users a better understanding of the amount, timing, and uncertainty of 
cash flows arising from leases. The adoption of ASC Topic 842 will result in the recognition of a right-of-use asset 
and  a  lease  liability  for  most  operating  leases.    New  disclosure  requirements  include  qualitative  and  quantitative 
information about the amounts recorded in the financial statements related to leases. ASC Topic 842 is effective for 
fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2018. ASC Topic 842 requires a modified retrospective transition by means 
of a cumulative-effect adjustment to retained earnings as of the earliest period presented with the option to elect certain 
practical expedients. ASC Topic 842 provides an additional transition method in which an entity initially applies ASC 
Topic  842  at  the  adoption  date  and  recognizes  a  cumulative-effect  adjustment  to  the  opening  balance  of  retained 
earnings  in  the  period  of  adoption.    This  additional  transition  method  changes  only  when  an  entity  is  required  to 
initially apply the transition requirements outlined in ASC Topic 842; it does not change how those requirements are 
applied.  The Company used this transition method upon adoption.  

The Company adopted ASC Topic 842 effective January 1, 2019.  The Company is finalizing its evaluation of 
the impact of ASC Topic 842 on its consolidated financial statements, and expects the most significant impacts to be 
as follows:

1. The Company will recognize liabilities representing the present value of the remaining future minimum 
lease payments for all of its operating leases as of January 1, 2019.  The Company estimates these liabilities 
will be between $1,400,000 and $1,700,000.

2. The  Company  will  recognize  right  of  use  assets  for  all  of  its  operating  leases  equal  to  the  liabilities 
calculated in (1) above, adjusted for the balances of long-term prepaid rent, favorable lease intangible assets, 
deferred lease expense, unfavorable lease liabilities and deferred lease incentive liabilities as of January 1, 
2019.  

3. The  Company  has  theatre  leases  for  which  it  was  involved  in  construction  that  failed  sale-leaseback 
accounting at the end of the construction period.  These leases, which were accounted for as capital leases, 
will  be  derecognized  upon  adoption  of  ASC  Topic  842  and  evaluated  to  determine  classification  upon 
adoption.  Some of these leases will be classified as operating leases upon adoption and, beginning in 2019, 
lease  payments  for  these  leases  will  be  recorded  as  facility  lease  expense  on  the  consolidated  income 
statement.  Previously, as capital leases, lease payments were classified as interest expense and reductions 
of the capital lease obligations.

4. For the capital leases derecognized as discussed in (3) above, the Company will write-off of the net book 
value  of  the  capital  lease  asset  and  capital  lease  liability,  with  the  difference  between  those  amounts 
resulting in an adjustment to beginning retained earnings as of January 1, 2019.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

Other Accounting Pronouncements

In August 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-15, Statement of Cash Flows (Topic 230): Classification of 
Certain Cash Receipts and Cash Payments – a consensus of the FASB Emerging Issues Task Force, (“ASU 2016-
15”). The purpose of ASU 2016-15 is to reduce the diversity in practice regarding how certain cash receipts and cash 
payments  are  presented  and  classified  in  the  statement  of  cash  flows.  ASU  2016-15  is  effective  for  fiscal  years 
beginning  after  December  15,  2017,  including  interim  periods  within  that  year.  A  retrospective  transition  method 
should be used in the application of the amendments within ASU 2016-15. Early adoption is permitted.  The Company 
adopted ASU 2016-15 in the first quarter of 2018.  Upon adoption, the Company reclassified $11,076 and $521 of 
cash payments recorded in loss on debt amendments and refinancing from operating activities to financing activities 
for the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2017, respectively.  The amendments in ASU 2016-15 did not have any 
other material impact on the consolidated financial statements.

In  May  2017,  the  FASB  issued  ASU  2017-09,  Compensation  –  Stock  Compensation  (Topic  718):  Scope 
Modification Accounting, (“ASU 2017-09”). The amendments in ASU 2017-09 provide guidance on which changes 
to  the  terms  or  conditions  of  a  share-based  payment  award  require  an  entity  to  apply  modification  accounting  as 
described in ASC Topic 718. The amendments should be applied on a prospective basis. ASU 2017-09 is effective for 
fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2017, including interim periods within that year. Early adoption is permitted. 
The Company adopted ASU 2017-09 during the first quarter of 2018.  The amendments in ASU 2017-09 did not have 
a material impact on the consolidated financial statements.

In August 2017, the FASB issued ASU 2017-12, Derivatives and Hedging (Topic 815): Targeted Improvements 
to  Accounting  for  Hedging  Activities,  (“ASU  2017-12”).  The  amendments  in  ASU  2017-12  improve  the  financial 
reporting of hedging relationships to better reflect the economic results of an entity’s risk management activities in its 
financial  statements.  Additionally,  the  amendments  in  ASU  2017-12  simplify  certain  steps  of  applying  hedge 
accounting guidance. ASU 2017-12 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2017, including interim 
periods within that year. Early adoption is permitted. The Company adopted ASU 2017-12 effective January 1, 2018 
and applied the related guidance when evaluating three new interest rate swap agreements entered into during 2018, 
which were designated as cash flow hedges by the Company (see Note 11).

In August 2018, the FASB issued ASU 2018-13, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820): Disclosure Framework 
– Changes to the Disclosure Requirements for Fair Value Measurement, (“ASU 2018-13”).  The purpose of ASU 
2018-13  is  to  improve  the  disclosures  related  to  fair  value  measurements  in  the  financial  statements.    The 
improvements in ASU include the removal, modification and addition of certain disclosure requirements primarily 
related to Level 3 fair value measurements.  ASU 2018-13 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 
2019, including interim periods within that year.  The amendments in ASU 2018-13 should be applied prospectively.  
The Company does not expect ASU 2018-13 to have a significant impact on the consolidated financial statements.

U.S. Tax Reform

On December 22, 2017, the U.S. government enacted comprehensive tax legislation, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act 
(the "Tax Act"). The Tax Act made changes to the U.S. tax code, which included (1) reduced U.S. corporate tax rate 
from  35  percent  to  21  percent,  (2)  generally  eliminated  U.S.  federal  income  taxes  on  dividends  from  foreign 
subsidiaries,  (3) a one-time transition tax on certain undistributed earnings of foreign subsidiaries, and (4) created 
new taxes on certain foreign-sourced earnings.  As of December 31, 2018, the amounts recorded for the Tax Act are 
final for the 2017 transition tax, the re-measurement of deferred taxes, and our reassessment of valuation allowances.  
See further discussion at Note 17. 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

3.

REVENUE RECOGNITION

Revenue Recognition Policy

The Company’s patrons have the option to purchase movie tickets well in advance of a movie showtime or right 
before the movie showtime, or at any point in between those two timeframes depending on seat availability.  The 
Company  recognizes  such  admissions  revenues  when  the  showtime  for  a  purchased  movie  ticket  has  passed.  
Concession revenues are recognized when sales are made at the registers.  Other revenues primarily consist of screen 
advertising  and  transactional  fees.  Screen  advertising  revenues  are  recognized  over  the  period  that  the  related 
advertising  is  delivered  on-screen  or  in-theatre.    The  Company  sells  gift  cards  and  discount  ticket  vouchers,  the 
proceeds  from  which  are  recorded  as  current  liabilities.    Revenues  for  gift  cards  and  discount  ticket  vouchers  are 
recognized  when  they  are  redeemed  for  movie  tickets  or  concession  items.    The  Company  offers  a  subscription 
program in the U.S. whereby patrons can pay a monthly fee to receive a monthly credit for use towards a future movie 
ticket  purchase.    The  Company  records  the  monthly  subscription  program  fees  as  current  liabilities  and  records 
admissions revenues as the credits are redeemed for movie tickets.  The Company also has loyalty programs in many 
of its locations that either have a prepaid annual membership fee or award points to customers as purchases are made.  
For those loyalty programs that have an annual membership fee, the Company recognizes the fee collected as other 
revenues over the term of the membership.  For those loyalty programs that award points to customers based on their 
purchases, the Company records a portion of the original transaction proceeds as liabilities based on the number of 
reward  points  issued  to  customers  and  recognizes  revenues  when  the  customer  redeems  such  points.    Screen 
advertising revenues are generally recognized over the period that the related advertising is delivered on-screen or in-
theatre. Advances collected on long-term screen advertising, concession and other contracts are recorded as deferred 
revenues. In accordance with the terms of the agreements, the advances collected on such contracts are recognized 
during  the  period  in  which  the  Company  satisfies  the  related  performance  obligations,  which  may  differ  from  the 
period in which the advances are collected. These advances are recognized on either a straight-line basis over the term 
of the contracts or as the Company has met its performance obligations in accordance with the terms of the contracts.

See additional revenue recognition policy considerations, updated for the adoption of ASC Topic 606, below.  

Adoption of ASC Topic 606

The Company adopted ASC 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers, effective January 1, 2018 under the 
modified retrospective method (cumulative-effect) and therefore, revenue amounts as presented on the consolidated 
statements of income have not been adjusted for prior periods presented. The Company applied the guidance in ASC 
606 only to contracts that had not been completed as of January 1, 2018.

Changes  to  the  way  in  which  the  Company  recognizes  revenue  resulted  in  the  following  impacts  to  the 

consolidated statements of income:

a)   Recording  of  incremental  other  revenue  and  interest  expense  related  to  the  significant  financing 
component of the Company’s Exhibitor Services Agreement (“ESA”) with NCM, LLC (“NCM”).  See 
further discussion below, including the estimated interest rates assumed in determining the amount of 
interest expense.  

b) Deferral of a portion of admissions and concession revenues for transactions that include the issuance 
of loyalty points to customers. To determine the amount of revenues to defer upon issuance of points 
to customers under its points-based loyalty programs, the Company estimated the values of the rewards 
expected to be redeemed by its customers for those points.  The estimates are based on the rewards 
that  have  historically  been  offered  under  the  loyalty  programs,  which  the  Company  believes  is 
representative of the rewards to be offered in the future.
Increase in other revenues and an increase in utilities and other expenses due to the presentation of 
transactional fees on a gross versus net basis.

c)

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

d)

Increase in other revenues due to the change in amortization methodology for deferred revenue – NCM 
that is now amortized on a straight-line basis and effective for the entire term of the ESA.  The deferred 
revenue  –  NCM  is  related  to  the  Company’s  ESA  and  Common  Unit  Adjustment  agreement  with 
NCM, under which the Company’s performance obligation is to provide NCM with exclusive access 
to  its  domestic  theatres  for  purposes  of  in-theatre  advertising  over  the  term  of  the  ESA.    Such 
exclusivity, and therefore the satisfaction of the Company’s performance obligation, is provided to 
NCM evenly over time.  As a result of the change in amortization method, the Company recorded a 
cumulative effect of accounting change adjustment of $40,526, net of taxes, in retained earnings on 
January 1, 2018 (see also Note 6).  

The significant changes discussed above had the following impact on the Company’s statements of income and 

cash flows for the year ended December 31, 2018:

Statement of income:

Admissions revenues
Concession revenues
Other revenues
Utilities and other expense
Interest expense - NCM

Statement of cash flows:

Without 
Adoption of 
ASC 606

Impact of 
Adoption of 
ASC 606

    As Reported  

  $ 1,839,723    $
  $ 1,110,703    $
161,743    $
  $
354,740    $
  $
—    $
  $

(5,550)  $ 1,834,173 
(1,910)  $ 1,108,793 
278,769 
448,070 
19,724 

117,026    $
93,330    $
19,724    $

Amortization  of  deferred  revenues,  deferred 
incentives and other
Changes in other assets and liabilities - Other long-term 
liabilities

lease 

  $

  $

(17,602)  $

(4,104)  $

(21,706)

4,082    $

7,592    $

11,674  

The impact of adoption of ASC 606 on the Company’s balance sheet as of December 31, 2018 was as follows:

Balance sheet line items:

Deferred revenue - NCM (1)
Long-term deferred tax liability
Other long-term liabilities
Retained earnings

Without 
Adoption of 
ASC 606

Impact of 
Adoption of 
ASC 606

    As Reported  

  $
  $
  $
  $

345,058    $
142,547    $
42,756    $
645,933    $

(57,709)  $
13,079    $
7,592    $
40,526    $

287,349 
155,626 
50,348 
686,459  

(1) 

Includes the cumulative effect of accounting change of $53,605 recorded on January 1, 2018 and the full year impact of the change in 
amortization method of $4,104 during the year ended December 31, 2018.

The Company applied the practical expedient to exclude sales and other similar taxes collected from customers 

from its transaction price for purposes of recording revenues.  As such, revenues are presented net of such taxes.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

Disaggregation of Revenue 

The following table presents revenues for the year ended December 31, 2018, disaggregated based on major type 

of good or service and by reportable operating segment.

U.S.

  Operating

Year Ended
December 31, 2018
International
Operating

Major Goods/Services

Admissions revenues
Concession revenues
Screen advertising and promotional
   revenues
Other revenues

Total revenues

Segment (1)
  $ 1,461,151   $
892,391    

Segment

    Consolidated  
373,022   $ 1,834,173 
1,108,793 
216,402    

78,591    
106,824    
  $ 2,538,957   $

61,269    
32,085    

139,860 
138,909 
682,778   $ 3,221,735  

(1) U.S. segment revenues include eliminations of intercompany transactions with the international operating segment.  See Note 19 

for additional information on intercompany eliminations.

The following table presents revenues for the year ended December 31, 2018, disaggregated based on timing of 

revenue recognition (as discussed above).

Goods and services transferred at a
   point in time
Goods and services transferred over
   time

Total

Year Ended
December 31, 2018
International

U.S.

  Operating

    Operating

Segment (1)

Segment

    Consolidated  

  $ 2,453,313   $

608,347   $ 3,061,660 

85,644    
  $ 2,538,957   $

74,431    

160,075 
682,778   $ 3,221,735  

(1) U.S. segment revenues include eliminations of intercompany transactions with the international operating segment.  See Note 19 

for additional information on intercompany eliminations.

Deferred Revenues

The  following  table  presents  changes  in  the  Company’s  deferred  revenues  for  the  year  ended  December  31, 

2018.  

Deferred Revenues
Balance at January 1, 2018

Impact of adoption of ASC Topic 606
Amounts recognized as accounts receivable
Cash received from customers in advance
Common units received from NCM (see Note 6)    
Revenue recognized during period
Foreign currency translation adjustments

Balance at December 31, 2018

Deferred
Revenue -

NCM    

Other
Deferred
Revenues (1)    

Total

86,498    $ 438,204 
  $ 351,706    $
(53,605)
—     
(53,605)   
—     
6,921 
6,921     
—      156,237      156,237 
5,012 
—     
(15,764)    (141,176)    (156,940)
(2,405)
  $ 287,349    $ 106,075    $ 393,424  

(2,405)   

5,012     

—     

(1)

Includes liabilities associated with outstanding gift cards and SuperSavers, points or rebates outstanding under the Company’s 
loyalty  and  membership  programs  and  revenues  not  yet  recognized  for  screen  advertising  and  other  promotional  activities. 
Classified as accounts payable and accrued expenses or other long-term liabilities on the consolidated balance sheet.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

The table below summarizes the aggregate amount of the transaction price allocated to performance obligations 

that are unsatisfied as of December 31, 2018 and when the Company expects to recognize this revenue.

Remaining Performance Obligations
Deferred revenue - NCM
Deferred revenue - other
Total

Twelve Months Ended December 31,
2021

2020

2019

2022
 $ 15,831  $15,831  $15,831  $15,831  $15,831  $208,194  $287,349 
   89,523    16,146   
—    106,075 
 $105,354  $31,977  $16,038  $16,030  $15,831  $208,194  $393,424  

  Thereafter    Total

199   

207   

—   

2023

Accounts receivable as of December 31, 2018 included approximately $48,117 of receivables related to contracts 
with  customers.    The  Company  did  not  record  any  assets  related  to  the  costs  to  obtain  or  fulfill  a  contract  with 
customers during the year ended December 31, 2018.

Significant Financing Component

As discussed further in Note 6, in connection with the completion of the NCM, Inc. (“NCMI”) initial public 
offering,  the  Company  amended  and  restated  its  ESA  with  NCM  and  received  approximately  $174,000  in  cash 
consideration from NCM.  The proceeds were recorded as deferred revenue and are being amortized over the term of 
the modified ESA, or through February 2037.  In addition to the consideration received upon the ESA modification 
during  2007,  the  Company  also  receives  consideration  in  the  form  of  common  units  from  NCM,  at  each  annual 
common  unit  adjustment  settlement,  in  exchange  for  exclusive  access  to  the  Company’s  newly  opened  domestic 
screens under the ESA.  See Note 6 for additional information regarding the common unit adjustment and related 
accounting.   Due to the significant length of time between receiving the consideration from NCM and fulfillment of 
the related performance obligation, the ESA includes an implied significant financing component, as per the guidance 
in ASC Topic 606.  

As  a  result  of  the  significant  financing  component  on  deferred  revenue  -  NCM,  the  Company  recognized 
incremental screen advertising revenue and an offsetting interest expense of $19,724 during the year ended December 
31, 2018. The interest expense was calculated using the Company’s incremental borrowing rates at the time when the 
cash and each tranche of common units were received from NCM, which ranged from 5.5% to 8.0%.

4.

EARNINGS PER SHARE

The  Company  considers  its  unvested  share  based  payment  awards,  which  contain  non-forfeitable  rights  to 
dividends, participating securities, and includes such participating securities in its computation of earnings per share 
pursuant to the two-class method. Basic earnings per share for the two classes of stock (common stock and unvested 
restricted stock) is calculated by dividing net income by the weighted average number of shares of common stock and 
unvested restricted stock outstanding during the reporting period. Diluted earnings per share is calculated using the 
weighted average number of shares of common stock plus the potentially dilutive effect of common equivalent shares 
outstanding determined under both the two class method and the treasury stock method. 

Effective January 1, 2017, the Company adopted ASU 2016-09 on a prospective basis. In accordance with the 
amendments in ASU 2016-09, the Company’s diluted earnings per share calculation for the year ended December 31, 
2017  excludes  the  estimated  income  tax  benefits  and  deficiencies  in  the  application  of  the  treasury  stock  method. 
Excess income tax benefits or deficiencies related to share based awards are recognized as discrete items in the income 
statement  during  the  period  in  which  they  occur.  See  Note  15  for  a  discussion  of  share  based  awards  and  related 
income tax benefits recognized during the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

The following table presents computations of basic and diluted earnings per share under the two class method:

Year Ended
December 31,
2017

2018

2016

Numerator:
Net income attributable to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.
Earnings allocated to participating share-based 
awards (1)
Net income attributable to common stockholders
Denominator (shares in thousands):
Basic weighted average shares outstanding
Common equivalent shares for restricted stock units    
Diluted weighted average shares outstanding
Basic earnings per share attributable to common 
stockholders
Diluted earnings per share attributable to common 
stockholders

  $

  $

  $ 255,091    $ 264,180    $ 213,827 

(1,187)   

(1,168)
  $ 253,904    $ 262,830    $ 212,659 

(1,350)   

    115,508      115,766      116,054 
288 
    115,783      116,059      116,342 

275     

293     

2.19    $

2.26    $

1.83 

2.19    $

2.26    $

1.83  

(1)

For the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018, a weighted average of approximately 542 shares, 596 shares and 640 shares, of 
unvested restricted stock, respectively, are considered participating securities.

5.

DIVIDENDS

Below is a summary of dividends declared for the fiscal periods indicated.

Declaration Date
2/24/2016
5/26/2016
8/18/2016
11/16/2016

2/23/2017
5/25/2017
8/10/2017
11/17/2017

2/23/2018
5/25/2018
8/23/2018
11/15/2018

Record Date
3/7/2016
6/8/2016
8/31/2016
12/2/2016

3/8/2017
6/8/2017
8/31/2017
12/1/2017

3/8/2018
6/8/2018
9/4/2018
12/4/2018

  $

Payable Date
3/18/2016
6/22/2016
9/13/2016
12/16/2016

Total  $
  $

3/20/2017
6/22/2017
9/13/2017
12/15/2017

3/22/2018
6/22/2018
9/18/2018
12/18/2018

Total  $
  $
  $
  $
  $
Total  $

Amount per
Share of
Common Stock (1)

Total
Dividends (2)

0.27    $
0.27   
0.27   
0.27   
1.08    $
0.29    $
0.29   
0.29   
0.29   
1.16    $
0.32    $
0.32   
0.32   
0.32   
1.28    $

31,544 
31,459 
31,473 
31,568 
126,044 
33,912 
33,904 
33,911 
33,910 
135,637 
37,471 
37,523 
37,530 
37,592 
150,116  

(1)

(2)

Beginning with the dividend declared on February 24, 2016, the Company’s board of directors raised the quarterly dividend to $0.27 per 
common share.  Beginning with the dividend declared on February 23, 2017, the Company’s board of directors raised the quarterly dividend 
to $0.29 per common share.  Beginning with the dividend declared on February 23, 2018, the Company’s board of directors raised the 
quarterly dividend to $0.32 per common share.
Of the dividends recorded during 2016, 2017 and 2018, $554, $558 and $624, respectively, were related to outstanding restricted stock units 
and will not be paid until such units vest. See Note 15.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

6.

INVESTMENT IN NATIONAL CINEMEDIA LLC 

The Company has an investment in National CineMedia, LLC (“NCM”).  NCM operates a digital in-theatre 
network in the U.S. for providing cinema advertising and non-film events. Upon joining NCM, the Company entered 
into an Exhibitor Services Agreement (“ESA”) with NCM, pursuant to which NCM provides advertising, promotion 
and event services to our theatres. On February 13, 2007, National CineMedia, Inc. (“NCMI”), an entity that serves 
as the sole manager of NCM, completed an IPO of its common stock. In connection with the NCMI initial public 
offering, the Company amended its operating agreement and the ESA with NCMI. The ESA modification reflected a 
shift from circuit share expense under the prior ESA, which obligated NCM to pay the Company a percentage of 
revenue, to a monthly theatre access fee, which significantly reduced the contractual amounts paid to us by NCM. The 
Company recorded the proceeds related to the ESA modification as deferred revenue. In consideration for NCM’s 
exclusive access to the Company’s theatre attendees for on-screen advertising and use of off-screen areas within the 
Company’s theatres for lobby entertainment and lobby promotions, the Company receives a monthly theatre access 
fee under the modified ESA. The theatre access fee is composed of a fixed payment per patron, initially seven cents, 
and a fixed payment per digital screen, which may be adjusted for certain reasons outlined in the modified ESA. The 
payment per theatre patron increases by 8% every five years, with the first such increase taking effect after the end of 
fiscal 2011, and the payment per digital screen, initially eight hundred dollars per digital screen per year, increases 
annually by 5%. For 2016, 2017 and 2018, the annual payment per digital screen was one thousand two hundred forty-
one dollars, one thousand three hundred three dollars and one thousand three hundred sixty-eight dollars, respectively. 
The  theatre  access  fee  paid  in  the  aggregate  to  Regal  Entertainment  Group  (“Regal”),  AMC  Entertainment,  Inc. 
(“AMC”) and the Company will not be less than 12% of NCM’s Aggregate Advertising Revenue (as defined in the 
modified ESA), or it will be adjusted upward to reach this minimum payment. Additionally, with respect to any on-
screen advertising time provided to the Company’s beverage concessionaire, the Company is required to purchase 
such time from NCM at a negotiated rate. The modified ESA expires in February 2037.

As a result of the application of a portion of the proceeds it received from the NCMI initial public offering, the 
Company had a negative basis in its original membership units in NCM, which is referred to herein as the Company’s  
Tranche 1 Investment. Following the NCMI IPO, the Company does not recognize undistributed equity in the earnings 
on its Tranche 1 Investment until NCM's net earnings, less distributions received, surpass the amount of the excess 
distribution. The Company recognizes equity in earnings on its Tranche 1 Investment only to the extent it receives 
cash distributions from NCM. The Company recognizes cash distributions it receives from NCM on its Tranche 1 
Investment as a component of earnings as Distributions from NCM. The Company believes that the accounting model 
provided by ASC 323-10-35-22 for recognition of equity investee losses in excess of an investor's basis is analogous 
to the accounting for equity income subsequent to recognizing an excess distribution.

Common Unit Adjustments

Pursuant  to  a  Common  Unit  Adjustment  Agreement  dated  as  of  February 13,  2007  between  NCMI  and  the 
Company, AMC and Regal, whom we refer to collectively as the Founding Members, adjustments are made annually 
to the common membership units primarily based on increases or decreases in the number of theatre screens operated 
and theatre attendance generated by each Founding Member. To account for the receipt of additional common units 
under  the  Common  Unit  Adjustment  Agreement,  we  follow  the  guidance  in  FASB  ASC 323-10-35-29  (formerly 
EITF 02-18, “Accounting for Subsequent Investments in an Investee after Suspension of Equity Loss Recognition”) 
by  analogy,  which  also  refers  to  AICPA  Technical  Practice  Aid  2220.14,  which  indicates  that  if  a  subsequent 
investment is made in an equity method investee that has experienced significant losses, the investor must determine 
if the subsequent investment constitutes funding of prior losses. The Company concluded that adding theatres to the 
Company’s domestic circuit, which has led to the common unit adjustments, equates to making additional investments 
in  NCM.  We  evaluated  the  receipt  of  the  additional  common  units  in  NCM  and  the  assets  exchanged  for  these 
additional units and have determined that the right to use our incremental new screens would not be considered funding 
of prior losses. We account for these additional common units, which we refer to herein as our Tranche 2 Investment, 
as a separate investment than our Tranche 1 Investment. Our Tranche 2 Investment is accounted for following the 
equity method, with undistributed equity earnings related to our Tranche 2 Investment included as equity in income 
of affiliates on the consolidated statements of income and distributions received related to our Tranche 2 Investment 
recorded as a reduction of the Company’s investment in NCM.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

Below is a summary of common units received by the Company under the Common Unit Adjustment (“CUA”) 

Agreement during the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018:

Event
2016 annual common unit adjustment
2017 annual common unit adjustment
2018 annual common unit adjustment

Number of 
Common 
Units 

Date 
Common 
Units 
Received

Fair Value 
of Common 
Units 
Received  
  3/31/2016    753,598    $ 11,111  
  3/31/2017   1,487,218   $ 18,363  
  3/29/2018    908,042    $ 5,012  

Received    

Each common unit received by the Company is convertible into one share of NCMI common stock.  The fair 
value  of  the  common  units  received  was  estimated  based  on  the  market  price  of  NCMI  stock  at  the  time  that  the 
common  units  were  received,  adjusted  for  volatility  associated  with  the  estimated  period  of  time  it  would  take  to 
convert the common units and register the respective NCMI shares.  The fair value measurement used for the common 
units falls under Level 2 of the U.S. GAAP fair value hierarchy as defined by ASC Topic 820-10-35. The Company 
records the additional common units it receives as part of its Tranche 2 Investment at estimated fair value with a 
corresponding adjustment to deferred revenue.  The deferred revenue is amortized over the remaining term of the 
ESA.

Acquisition of Common Units

On July 5, 2018, the Company acquired 10,738,740 common units of NCM from AMC for $78,393 in cash, or 
approximately $7.30 per common unit.  As a result of the acquisition of these shares, the Company’s ownership of 
NCM increased from approximately 18% to 25%.  The amount paid for the additional common units was recorded as 
an increase in the Company’s Tranche 2 investment in NCM.

As of December 31, 2018, the Company owned a total of 39,518,644 common units of NCM, which represented 
an interest of approximately 25%. The estimated fair value of the Company’s investment in NCM was approximately 
$256,081 based on NCMI’s stock price as of December 31, 2018 of $6.48 per share (Level 1 input as defined in FASB 
ASC Topic 820), which was less than the Company’s carrying value of $275,592. The Company does not believe that 
the decline in NCMI’s stock price is other than temporary and therefore, no impairment of the Company’s investment 
in  NCM  was  recorded  during  the  year  ended  December  31,  2018.  The  market  value  of  NCMI’s  stock  price  may 
continue to vary due to the performance of the business, industry trends, general and economic conditions and other 
factors.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

Summary of Activity with NCM

Below is a summary of activity with NCM included in the Company’s consolidated financial statements for the 

periods indicated. See Note 3 for discussion of impact of new revenue recognition accounting pronouncements.

Balance as of January 1, 2016
Receipt of common units due to annual common unit 
adjustment
Revenues earned under ESA (1)
Receipt of excess cash distributions
Receipt under tax receivable agreement
Equity in earnings
Amortization of deferred revenue

Balance as of and for the twelve months ended 
December 31, 2016

Receipt of common units due to annual common unit 
adjustment
Revenues earned under ESA (1)
Receipt of excess cash distributions
Receipt under tax receivable agreement
Equity in earnings
Amortization of deferred revenue

Balance as of and for the twelve months ended 
December 31, 2017

Impact of adoption of ASC Topic 606 (2)
Receipt of common units due to annual common unit 
adjustment
Purchase of additional common units
Revenues earned under ESA (1)(3)
Receipt of excess cash distributions
Receipt under tax receivable agreement
Equity in earnings
Amortization of deferred revenue (2)

Balance as of and for the twelve months ended 
December 31, 2018

Investment 

in NCM    

Deferred 
Revenue    
183,755   $(342,134)  

  $

Distributions 
from NCM    

Equity
in 
Earnings    

Other 
Revenue    

Interest 
Expense
- NCM 
(3)

Cash 
Received 
(Paid)

11,111    
—    
(11,233)  
(2,985)  
9,347    
—    

(11,111) $
—    
—    
—    
—    
9,317    

—   $
—    
(11,483)  
(3,173)  
—    
—    

—   $
—   $
—     (11,048)  
—    
—    
—    
—    
(9,347)  
—    
(9,317)  
—    

— 
—    $
—      11,048 
—      22,716 
6,158 
—     
— 
—     
— 
—     

  $

189,995   $(343,928) $

(14,656) $ (9,347) $(20,365) $

—    $ 39,922 

18,363    
—    
(15,093)  
(2,265)  
9,550    
—    

(18,363) $
—    
—    
—    
—    
10,585    

—   $
—    
(14,158)  
(2,249)  
—    
—    

—   $
—   $
—     (11,274)  
—    
—    
—    
—    
—    
(9,550)  
—     (10,585)  

—    $
— 
—      11,274 
—      29,251 
4,514 
—     
— 
—     
— 
—     

  $

200,550   $(351,706) $

(16,407) $ (9,550) $(21,859) $

—    $ 45,039 

—    

53,605   $

—   $

—   $

—   $

—    $

— 

5,012    
78,393    
—    
(19,786)  
(2,419)  
13,842    
—    

(5,012)  
—    
—    
—    
—    
—    
15,764    

—    
—    

—     
—     

—    
—    
—    
(13,231)  
(2,158)  

—    
— 
— 
—    
—     (31,867)   19,724      12,143 
—      33,017 
—    
4,577 
—     
—    
— 
—     
—     (13,842)  
— 
—     
—    

—    
—    
—    
—     (15,764)  

  $

275,592   $(287,349) $

(15,389) $ (13,842) $(47,631) $ 19,724    $ 49,737  

(1)

(2)

(3)

Amounts include the per patron and per digital screen theatre access fees due to the Company, net of amounts due to NCM for on-screen 
advertising time provided to the Company’s beverage concessionaire. The amounts due to NCM for on-screen advertising time provided 
to the Company’s beverage concessionaire were approximately $10,523, $11,110 and $11,965 for the years ended December 31, 2016, 
2017 and 2018, respectively.
As a result of adoption of ASC Topic 606, the Company determined that the deferred revenue associated with the ESA and CUA agreement 
should be amortized on a straight-line basis versus the units of revenue method followed prior to adoption.  The Company recorded a 
reduction in the deferred revenue balance and a cumulative effect of a change in accounting principle in retained earnings.  See Note 3 for 
further discussion of the impact of the adoption of ASC Topic 606.
Reflects the impact of significant financing component related to amounts received in advance under the ESA and CUA agreement.  See 
Note 3.

The Company made payments to NCM of approximately $49, $102 and $74 during the years ended December 
31, 2016, 2017 and 2018, respectively, related to certain equipment used for digital advertising, which is included in 
theatre furniture and equipment on the consolidated balance sheets.  

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

The tables below present summary financial information for NCM for the periods indicated:

Revenues
Operating income
Net income

Current assets
Noncurrent assets
Current liabilities
Noncurrent liabilities
Members' deficit

Year Ended

Year Ended
  December 29, 2016     December 28, 2017     December 27, 2018  
441,400 
  $
154,300 
  $
98,400  
  $

426,100   $
153,900   $
101,900   $

447,600   $
173,000   $
109,300   $

Year Ended

As of
  December 28, 2017  
  $
  $
  $
  $
  $

174,400    $
758,300    $
123,300    $
925,400    $
(116,000)  $

As of
  December 27, 2018  
172,700 
726,800 
115,200 
924,900 
(140,600)

7.

OTHER INVESTMENTS 

Below is a summary of activity for each of the Company’s other investments for the periods indicated:

Balance at January 1, 2016
Cash contributions
Equity in income
Equity in comprehensive income
Sale of investment (1)
Cash distributions received
Other (2)

Balance at December 31, 2016

Cash contributions
Equity in income
Equity in comprehensive income
Cash distributions received
Other

Balance at December 31, 2017

Cash contributions
Equity in income (loss)
Equity in comprehensive loss
Cash distributions received
Other (2)

Balance at December 31, 2018
(1)

  Other  

  Total

  RealD  

  DCIP  
  $ 71,579    $ 12,900    $
—     
—     
—     
(12,900)    
—     
—     
—    $
—     
—     
—     
—     
—     
—    $
—     
—     
—     
—     
—     
—    $

717     
21,434     
89     
—     
(6,000)    
—     
  $ 87,819    $
1,112     
22,900     
248     
(5,864)    
—     
  $ 106,215    $
2,076     
22,899     
(139)    
(5,799)    
—     
  $ 125,252    $

AC JV,
LLC     DCDC  
2,562 
— 
870 
— 
— 
(98)
(584)
2,750 
— 
1,199 
— 
(351)
— 
3,598 
— 
1,313 
— 
(219)
(2,437)
2,255 

7,269    $
—     
311     
—     
—     
(1,600)    
—     
5,980    $
—     
2,336     
—     
(2,400)    
—     
5,916    $
—     
1,270     
—     
(1,920)    
—     
5,266    $

 $

FE 
Concepts  
 $

—    $
—     
—     
—     
—     
—     
—     
—    $
104     
—     
—     
—     
—     
104    $
20,000     
(82)    
—     
—     
(104)    
 $ 19,918    $

 $

663    $ 94,973 
1,132 
415     
22,615 
—     
89 
—     
(12,900)
—     
(7,698)
—     
106 
690     
1,768    $ 98,317 
3,715 
2,499     
26,435 
—     
248 
—     
(8,615)
—     
(55)
(55)    
4,212    $ 120,045 
22,076 
—     
25,400 
—     
(139)
—     
(7,938)
—     
(137)    
(2,678)
4,075    $ 156,766  

(2)

See further discussion of the sale of the investment held by the Company under RealD, Inc. below.
Other activity for DCDC for the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2018 consisted of returns of capital originally contributed by the 
Company.

Digital Cinema Implementation Partners LLC (“DCIP”)

On February 12, 2007, the Company, AMC and Regal entered into a joint venture known as DCIP to facilitate 
the implementation of digital cinema in the Company’s theatres and to establish agreements with major motion picture 
studios for the financing of digital cinema. As of December 31, 2018, the Company had a 33% voting interest in DCIP 
and a 24.3% economic interest in DCIP. The Company accounts for its investment in DCIP and its subsidiaries under 
the equity method of accounting. 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

Below is summary financial information for DCIP as of and for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 

2018: 

Revenues
Operating income
Net income

Current assets
Noncurrent assets
Current liabilities
Noncurrent liabilities
Members' equity

2016

Year ended December 31,
2017
  $ 178,836   $ 177,382   $ 172,534 
  $ 107,919   $ 106,687   $ 102,236 
94,757  
  $

89,152   $

93,103   $

2018

As of
 December 31, 2017   December 31, 2018  
57,907 
 $
684,545 
 $
67,408 
 $
125,596 
 $
549,448  
 $

56,296  $
772,438  $
59,153  $
296,889  $
472,692  $

The digital projection systems are being leased from Kasima LLC (“Kasima”), which is an indirect subsidiary 
of DCIP and a related party to the Company, under an operating lease with an initial term of twelve years that contains 
ten one-year fair value renewal options. The equipment lease agreement also contains a fair value purchase option. 
Under the equipment lease agreement, the Company pays annual rent of one thousand dollars per digital projection 
system. The Company may also be subject to various types of other rent if such digital projection systems do not meet 
minimum performance requirements as outlined in the agreements. Certain of the other rent payments are subject to 
either a monthly or an annual maximum. As of December 31, 2018, the Company had 3,837 digital projection systems 
being leased under the master equipment lease agreement with Kasima. The Company had the following transactions 
with DCIP during the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018:

Equipment lease payments
Warranty reimbursements from DCIP
Management services fees

RealD, Inc. (“RealD”)

Year Ended December 31,
2017

2018

2016

  $
  $
  $

5,217    $
(6,091)  $
825    $

5,743    $
4,862 
(8,511)  $ (10,800)
730  

823    $

The Company licenses 3-D systems from RealD. Under its license agreement with RealD, the Company earned 
options to purchase shares of RealD common stock as it installed a certain number of 3-D systems as outlined in the 
license agreement.  During 2010 and 2011, the Company vested in a total of 1,222,780 RealD options. Upon vesting 
in  these  options,  the  Company  recorded  an  investment  in  RealD  and  a  deferred  lease  incentive  liability  using  the 
estimated fair value of the RealD options at the time of vesting. During March 2011, the Company exercised all of its 
options to purchase shares of common stock in RealD for $0.00667 per share.

The Company owned 1,222,780 shares of RealD and accounted for its investment in RealD as a marketable 
security, specifically an available-for-sale security, in accordance with ASC Topic 320-10-35-1, therefore unrealized 
holding gains and losses were reported as a component of accumulated other comprehensive loss until realized. 

On March 22, 2016, an affiliate of Rizvi Traverse Management, LLC acquired RealD for $11.00 per share. As 
a result of the transaction, the Company sold its shares for approximately $13,451 and recognized a gain of $3,742, 
which included the recognition of a cumulative unrealized holding gain of $3,191 previously recorded in accumulated 
other  comprehensive  loss.  The  gain  is  reflected  within  loss  on  disposal  of  assets  and  other  on  the  consolidated 
statement of income for the year ended December 31, 2016. The Company used the proceeds to make a pre-payment 
on its term loan in accordance with the terms of its senior secured credit facility.

AC JV, LLC

During December 2013, the Company, Regal, AMC (the “AC Founding Members”) and NCM entered into a 
series of agreements that resulted in the formation of AC JV, LLC (“AC”), a joint venture that owns “Fathom Events” 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

(consisting  of  Fathom  Events  and  Fathom  Consumer  Events)  formerly  operated  by  NCM.    The  Fathom  Events 
business focuses on the marketing and distribution of live and pre-recorded entertainment programming to various 
theatre operators to provide additional programs to augment their feature film schedule. The Company paid event fees 
to AC of $10,871, $13,950 and $12,481 for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018, respectively, which 
are included in film rentals and advertising costs on the consolidated statements of income.  The Company accounts 
for its investment in AC under the equity method of accounting.

AC  was  formed  by  the  AC  Founding  Members  and  NCM.  NCM  contributed  the  assets  associated  with  its 
Fathom Events division to AC.  Each of the Founding Members contributed cash of approximately $268 and a six-
year promissory note in the amount of $8,333 in exchange for 32% of Class A Units in AC.  Each of the Founding 
Members’ Promissory Notes bear interest at 5% per annum and require annual principal and interest payments. The 
remaining outstanding balance of the note payable from the Company to NCM as of December 31, 2018 was $1,389.

Digital Cinema Distribution Coalition

The  Company  is  a  party  to  a  joint  venture  with  certain  exhibitors  and  distributors  called  Digital  Cinema 
Distribution Coalition (“DCDC”).  DCDC operates a satellite distribution network that distributes all digital content 
to  U.S.  theatres  via  satellite.  The  Company  has  an  approximate  14.6%  ownership  in  DCDC.  The  Company  paid 
approximately  $939,  $848  and  $927  to  DCDC  during  the  years  ended  December  31,  2016,  2017  and  2018, 
respectively,  related  to  content  delivery  services,  which  is  included  in  film  rentals  and  advertising  costs  on  the 
consolidated statements of income.  The Company accounts for its investment in DCDC under the equity method of 
accounting. 

FE Concepts, LLC

During April 2018, the Company, through its wholly-owned indirect subsidiary CNMK Texas Properties, LLC 
(“CNMK”), formed a joint venture, FE Concepts, LLC (“FE Concepts”) with AWSR Investments, LLC (“AWSR”), 
an  entity  owned  by  Lee  Roy  Mitchell  and  Tandy  Mitchell.    FE  Concepts  will  develop  and  operate  a  family 
entertainment  center  that  offers  bowling,  gaming,  movies  and  other  amenities.    The  Company  and  AWSR  each 
invested approximately $20,000 and each have a 50% voting interest in FE Concepts.  The Company accounts for its 
investment in FE Concepts under the equity method of accounting.

8.

GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS — NET

The Company’s goodwill was as follows: 

Balance at December 31, 2016 (1)
Acquisitions of theatres (2)
Foreign currency translation 
adjustments

Balance at December 31, 2017 (1)
Acquisitions of theatres (3)
Foreign currency translation 
adjustments

  $

  $

Balance at December 31, 2018 (1)

  $

U.S.
Operating
Segment

International
Operating
Segment

1,164,163   $
9,878    

98,800    $
13,211     

Total
1,262,963 
23,089 

—    
1,174,041   $
—    

(1,973)   
110,038    $
7,204     

(1,973)
1,284,079 
7,204 

—    
1,174,041   $

(14,959)   
102,283    $

(14,959)
1,276,324  

(1)

(2)

(3)

Balances are presented net of accumulated impairment losses of $214,031 for the U.S. operating segment and $27,622 for the international 
operating segment.
Acquisition of theatres in the U.S. and international markets.
Amount represents preliminary purchase price allocation for theatres acquired in Brazil.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

As of December 31, intangible assets-net, consisted of the following: 

  Balance at
  January 1,

    Balance at
   December 31, 

2017

    Additions (1)    Amortization    Other (2)    

2017

Intangible assets with finite lives:
Gross carrying amount
Accumulated amortization
Total net intangible assets with finite lives
Intangible assets with indefinite lives:
Tradename

Total intangible assets — net

  $

  $

  $

99,796   $
(64,606)  
35,190   $

11,584   $
—    
11,584   $

—   $ (5,485) $ 105,895 
(68,869)
37,026 

(5,563)  
1,300    
(5,563) $ (4,185) $

299,709    
334,899   $

—    
11,584   $

—    

299,735 
(5,563) $ (4,159) $ 336,761  

26    

Intangible assets with finite lives:
Gross carrying amount
Accumulated amortization
Total net intangible assets with finite lives
Intangible assets with indefinite lives:
Tradename and other

Total intangible assets — net

  Balance at     
  January 1,     

    Balance at
   December 31,  

2018

    Additions (3)    Amortization     Other (2)

2018

  $ 105,895   $
(68,869)  
  $ 37,026   $

1,203    $
—     
1,203    $

—   $ (1,842) $ 105,256 
(74,603)
(5,734)  
—     
30,653 
(5,734) $ (1,842) $

    299,735    
  $ 336,761   $

853     
2,056    $

—    

300,257 
(5,734) $ (2,173) $ 330,910  

(331)  

(1)

(2)

(3)

Activity for 2017 represent fair values allocated to intangible assets acquired as part of acquisitions of theatres in the U.S. and international 
markets.
Amounts represent foreign currency translation adjustments and the write-off of certain lease intangibles for theatre closures and lease 
amendments.  
Amount for intangible assets with finite lives represents preliminary purchase price allocation for theatres acquired in Brazil.

Estimated aggregate future amortization expense for intangible assets is as follows(1):

  $

For the year ended December 31, 2019
4,785 
For the year ended December 31, 2020
5,053 
For the year ended December 31, 2021
2,904 
For the year ended December 31, 2022
2,812 
For the year ended December 31, 2023
3,161 
Thereafter
11,938 
30,653  
Total
(1)  Represents amounts before the adoption of ASC Topic 842 – Leases.  See Note 2 for 
discussion of the expected impact of adoption.

  $

9.

IMPAIRMENT OF LONG-LIVED ASSETS

The Company reviews long-lived assets for impairment indicators on a quarterly basis or whenever events or 
changes in circumstances indicate the carrying amount of the assets may not be fully recoverable.  See Note 1 for 
discussion of the Company’s impairment policy.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

The Company’s long-lived asset impairment losses are summarized in the following table:

U.S. theatre properties
International theatre properties
Impairment of long-lived assets

  $

  $

2016

1,929    $
907     
2,836    $

Year Ended
December 31,
2017

5,227    $
9,857     
15,084    $

2018

18,597 
13,775 
32,372  

The long-lived asset impairment charges recorded during each of the years presented are specific to theatres that 
were  directly  and  individually  impacted  by  increased  competition,  adverse  changes  in  market  demographics,  or 
adverse changes in the development or the conditions of the areas surrounding the theatre. As of December 31, 2018, 
the estimated aggregate remaining fair value of the long-lived assets impaired during the year ended December 31, 
2018 was approximately $16,295.

10. DEFERRED CHARGES AND OTHER ASSETS — NET

As of December 31, deferred charges and other assets — net consisted of the following:

December 31,

2018
Long-term prepaid rents (1)
15,943 
8,183 
Construction and other deposits
10,466 
Equipment to be placed in service
6,463 
Other
Total
41,055  
(1)   See  Note  2  for  discussion  of  the  expected  impact  of  the  adoption  of  new  lease  accounting 

7,762   $
12,167    
13,868    
5,970    
39,767   $

2017

  $

  $

pronouncements.

11. LONG-TERM DEBT

As of December 31, long-term debt consisted of the following: 

December 31,

2017

2018

Cinemark USA, Inc. term loan
Cinemark USA, Inc. 5.125% senior notes due 2022
Cinemark USA, Inc. 4.875% senior notes due 2023
Other (1)
Total long-term debt
Less current portion
Less debt issuance costs, net of accumulated 
amortization of $25,549 and $30,289, respectively
Long-term debt, less current portion

400,000    
755,000    
2,778    

  $ 659,517   $ 652,922 
400,000 
755,000 
1,389 
    1,817,295     1,809,311 
7,984 

7,099    

29,815    

28,700 
  $ 1,780,381   $ 1,772,627  

(1)

Represents debt owed to NCM in relation to the joint venture AC JV, LLC. See Note 7.

Senior Secured Credit Facility

Cinemark  USA,  Inc.  has  a  senior  secured  credit  facility  that  includes  a  $700,000  term  loan  and  a  $100,000 

revolving credit line (the “Credit Agreement”).

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

Cinemark USA, Inc. made the following amendments to its Credit Agreement as follows during 2016, 2017 and 

2018:

Effective Date

June 13, 2016
December 15, 2016
June 16, 2017

November 28, 2017

March 29, 2018

Nature of Amendment
  Reduced term loan interest rate by 0.25%   $
  Reduced term loan interest rate by 0.50%   $
Reduced term loan interest rate by 0.25%; 
modified  certain  definitions  and  other 
provisions in the Credit Agreement
Extended maturity of revolving credit line 
to  December  2022;  reduced  the  interest 
rate  applicable  to  borrowings  under  the 
credit line
Extended maturity of term loan to March 
2025;  reduced  term  loan  interest  rate  by 
0.25%;  reduced  real  property  mortgage 
requirements

  $

  $

  $

Debt Issue

Costs Paid (1)

783 
2,446 

Loss on Debt

  Amendment (2)
 $
 $

249 
161 

521 

 $

190 

330 

 $

331 

4,962 

 $

1,484  

(1)

(2)

Reflected as a reduction of long term debt on the consolidated balance sheet.  
Reflected as a loss on debt amendments and refinancing on the consolidated statement of income for the year in which the amendments 
were effective.  

Under the amended Credit Agreement, quarterly principal payments of $1,649 are due on the term loan through 

December 31, 2024, with a final principal payment of $613,351 due on March 29, 2025.

Subsequent to the March 29, 2018 amendment noted above, interest on the term loan accrues at Cinemark USA, 
Inc.’s option at: (A) the base rate equal to the greater of (1) the US “Prime Rate” as quoted in The Wall Street Journal 
or if no such rate is quoted therein, in a Federal Reserve Board statistical release, (2) the federal funds effective rate 
plus 0.50%, and (3) a one-month Eurodollar-based rate plus 1.0%, plus, in each case, a margin of 0.75% per annum, 
or (B) a Eurodollar-based rate for a period of 1, 2, 3, 6, 9 or 12 months plus a margin of 1.75% per annum. Interest on 
the revolving credit line accrues, at our option, at: (A) a base rate equal to the greater of (1) the US “Prime Rate” as 
quoted in The Wall Street Journal or if no such rate is quoted therein, in a Federal Reserve Board statistical release, 
(2) the federal funds effective rate plus 0.50%, and (3) a one-month Eurodollar-based rate plus 1.0%, plus, in each 
case, a margin that ranges from 0.50% to 1.25% per annum, or (B) a Eurodollar-based rate for a period of 1, 2, 3, 6, 9 
or 12 months plus a margin that ranges from 1.50% to 2.25% per annum. The margin of the revolving credit line is 
determined by the consolidated net senior secured leverage ratio as defined in the Credit Agreement.

At December 31, 2018, there was $652,922 outstanding under the term loan and no borrowings outstanding 
under the revolving credit line.  Cinemark USA, Inc. had no borrowings under the revolving credit line during the 
years ended December 31, 2017 or 2018.  After giving effect to a letter of credit outstanding as of December 31, 2018. 
Cinemark USA, Inc. had $98,846 in available borrowing capacity on the revolving credit line.  The average interest 
rate  on  outstanding  term  loan  borrowings  under  the  Credit  Agreement  at  December  31,  2018  was  approximately 
4.4% per annum.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

Cinemark USA, Inc.’s obligations under the Credit Agreement are guaranteed by Cinemark Holdings, Inc. and 
certain of Cinemark USA, Inc.’s domestic subsidiaries and are secured by mortgages on certain fee and leasehold 
properties and security interests in substantially all of Cinemark USA, Inc.’s and the guarantors’ personal property, 
including, without limitation, pledges of all of Cinemark USA, Inc.’s capital stock, all of the capital stock of certain 
of Cinemark USA, Inc.’s domestic subsidiaries and 65% of the voting stock of certain of its foreign subsidiaries.

The Credit Agreement contains usual and customary negative covenants for agreements of this type, including, 
but  not  limited  to,  restrictions  on  Cinemark  USA,  Inc.’s  ability,  and  in  certain  instances,  its  subsidiaries’  and  our 
ability, to consolidate or merge or liquidate, wind up or dissolve; substantially change the nature of its business; sell, 
transfer or dispose of assets; create or incur indebtedness; create liens; pay dividends or repurchase stock; and make 
capital expenditures and investments. If Cinemark USA, Inc. has borrowings outstanding on the revolving credit line, 
it is required to keep a consolidated net senior secured leverage ratio, as defined in the Credit Agreement, not to exceed 
5.0 to 1.  As of December 31, 2018, the Company’s actual ratio was 2.9 to 1.

The dividend restriction contained in the Credit Agreement prevents the Company and any of its subsidiaries 
from paying a dividend or otherwise distributing cash to its stockholders unless (1) the Company is not in default, and 
the  distribution  would  not  cause  Cinemark  USA,  Inc.  to  be  in  default,  under  the  Credit  Agreement;  and  (2)  the 
aggregate amount of certain dividends, distributions, investments, redemptions and capital expenditures made since 
December 18, 2012, including dividends declared by the board of directors, is less than the sum of (a) the aggregate 
amount of cash and cash equivalents received by Cinemark Holdings, Inc. or Cinemark USA, Inc. as common equity 
since December 18, 2012, (b) Cinemark USA, Inc.’s consolidated EBITDA minus 1.75 times its consolidated interest 
expense, each as defined in the Credit Agreement, and (c) certain other defined amounts. As of December 31, 2018, 
Cinemark  USA,  Inc.  could  have  distributed  up  to  approximately  $2,918,142  to  its  parent  company  and  sole 
stockholder, Cinemark Holdings, Inc.

4.875% Senior Notes

On May 24, 2013, Cinemark USA, Inc. issued $530,000 aggregate principal amount of 4.875% senior notes 

due 2023, at par value, (the “4.875% Senior Notes”). Interest on the 4.875% Senior Notes is payable on June 1 and 
December 1 of each year. The 4.875% Senior Notes mature on June 1, 2023. 

On  March  21,  2016,  Cinemark  USA,  Inc.  issued  an  additional  $225,000  aggregate  principal  amount  of  the 
4.875% Senior Notes, at 99.0% of the principal amount plus accrued and unpaid interest from December 1, 2015.  
Proceeds, after payment of fees, were used to finance the redemption of Cinemark, USA, Inc.’s previously outstanding 
$200,000 7.375% senior subordinated notes due 2021 (the “7.375% Senior Subordinated Notes”), as discussed below. 
These additional notes have identical terms, other than the issue date, the issue price and the first interest payment 
date, and constitute part of the same series as Cinemark USA, Inc.’s existing 4.875% Senior Notes.  The aggregate 
principal amount of $755,000 of 4.875% Senior Notes mature on June 1, 2023.  The Company incurred debt issue 
costs of approximately $3,702 in connection with the issuance of the additional notes, which, along with the discount 
of $2,250, are reflected as a reduction of long term debt, net of accumulated amortization, on the consolidated balance 
sheets as of December 31, 2017 and 2018. 

The 4.875% Senior Notes are fully and unconditionally guaranteed on a joint and several senior unsecured basis 
by  certain  of  Cinemark  USA,  Inc.’s  subsidiaries  that  guarantee,  assume  or  become  liable  with  respect  to  any  of 
Cinemark  USA,  Inc.’s  or  a  guarantor’s  debt.  The  4.875%  Senior  Notes  and  the  guarantees  are  senior  unsecured 
obligations and rank equally in right of payment with all of Cinemark USA, Inc.’s and its guarantor’s existing and 
future senior unsecured debt and senior in right of payment to all of Cinemark USA, Inc.’s and its guarantor’s existing 
and future senior subordinated debt. The 4.875% Senior Notes and the guarantees are effectively subordinated to all 
of Cinemark USA, Inc.’s and its guarantor’s existing and future secured debt to the extent of the value of the assets 
securing  such  debt,  including  all  borrowings  under  Cinemark  USA,  Inc.’s  Credit  Agreement.  The  4.875%  Senior 
Notes and the guarantees are structurally subordinated to all existing and future debt and other liabilities of Cinemark 
USA, Inc.’s subsidiaries that do not guarantee the 4.875% Senior Notes.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

The  indenture  to  the  4.875%  Senior  Notes  contains  covenants  that  limit,  among  other  things,  the  ability  of 
Cinemark USA, Inc. and certain of its subsidiaries to (1) make investments or other restricted payments, including 
paying  dividends,  making  other  distributions  or  repurchasing  subordinated  debt  or  equity,  (2) incur  additional 
indebtedness  and  issue  preferred  stock,  (3) enter  into  transactions  with  affiliates,  (4) enter  new  lines  of  business, 
(5) merge or consolidate with, or sell all or substantially all of its assets to, another person and (6) create liens. As of 
December 31, 2018, Cinemark USA, Inc. could have distributed up to approximately $2,980,550 to its parent company 
and sole stockholder, Cinemark Holdings, Inc., under the terms of the indenture to the 4.875% Senior Notes, subject 
to its available cash and other borrowing restrictions outlined in the indenture. Upon a change of control, as defined 
in  the  indenture  governing  the  4.875%  Senior  Notes,  Cinemark  USA,  Inc.  would  be  required  to  make  an  offer  to 
repurchase the 4.875%  Senior Notes  at a price equal to 101% of  the aggregate principal amount  outstanding plus 
accrued and unpaid interest, if any, through the date of repurchase. The indenture governing the 4.875% Senior Notes 
allows Cinemark USA, Inc. to incur additional indebtedness if it satisfies the coverage ratio specified in the indenture, 
after giving effect to the incurrence of the additional indebtedness, and in certain other circumstances. The required 
minimum coverage ratio is 2 to 1 and our actual ratio as of December 31, 2018 was approximately 6.3 to 1. 

5.125% Senior Notes

On December 18, 2012, Cinemark USA, Inc. issued $400,000 aggregate principal amount of 5.125% senior 
notes due 2022, at par value (the “5.125% Senior Notes”). Interest on the 5.125% Senior Notes is payable on June 15 
and December 15 of each year. The 5.125% Senior Notes mature on December 15, 2022. 

The 5.125% Senior Notes are fully and unconditionally guaranteed on a joint and several senior unsecured basis 
by  certain  of  Cinemark  USA,  Inc.’s  subsidiaries  that  guarantee,  assume  or  become  liable  with  respect  to  any  of 
Cinemark  USA,  Inc.’s  or  a  guarantor’s  debt.  The  5.125%  Senior  Notes  and  the  guarantees  are  senior  unsecured 
obligations and rank equally in right of payment with all of Cinemark USA, Inc.’s and its guarantor’s existing and 
future senior unsecured debt and senior in right of payment to all of Cinemark USA, Inc.’s and its guarantor’s existing 
and  future  subordinated  debt.  The  5.125%  Senior  Notes  and  the  guarantees  are  effectively  subordinated  to  all  of 
Cinemark USA, Inc.’s and its guarantor’s existing and future secured debt to the extent of the value of the assets 
securing  such  debt,  including  all  borrowings  under  Cinemark  USA,  Inc.’s  Credit  Agreement.  The  5.125%  Senior 
Notes and the guarantees are structurally subordinated to all existing and future debt and other liabilities of Cinemark 
USA, Inc.’s subsidiaries that do not guarantee the 5.125% Senior Notes.

The  indenture  to  the  5.125%  Senior  Notes  contains  covenants  that  limit,  among  other  things,  the  ability  of 
Cinemark USA, Inc. and certain of its subsidiaries to (1) make investments or other restricted payments, including 
paying  dividends,  making  other  distributions  or  repurchasing  subordinated  debt  or  equity,  (2) incur  additional 
indebtedness  and  issue  preferred  stock,  (3) enter  into  transactions  with  affiliates,  (4) enter  new  lines  of  business, 
(5) merge or consolidate with, or sell all or substantially all of its assets to, another person and (6) create liens. As of 
December 31, 2018, Cinemark USA, Inc. could have distributed up to approximately $2,985,833 to its parent company 
and sole stockholder, Cinemark Holdings, Inc., under the terms of the indenture to the 5.125% Senior Notes, subject 
to its available cash and other borrowing restrictions outlined in the indenture. Upon a change of control, as defined 
in  the  indenture  governing  the  5.125%  Senior  Notes,  Cinemark  USA,  Inc.  would  be  required  to  make  an  offer  to 
repurchase the 5.125%  Senior Notes  at a price equal to 101% of  the aggregate principal amount  outstanding plus 
accrued and unpaid interest, if any, through the date of repurchase. The indenture governing the 5.125% Senior Notes 
allows Cinemark USA, Inc. to incur additional indebtedness if it satisfies the coverage ratio specified in the indenture, 
after giving effect to the incurrence of the additional indebtedness, and in certain other circumstances. The required 
minimum coverage ratio is 2 to 1 and our actual ratio as of December 31, 2018 was approximately 6.3 to 1. 

7.375% Senior Subordinated Notes

On  June  3,  2011,  Cinemark  USA,  Inc.  issued  $200,000  aggregate  principal  amount  of  7.375%  senior 

subordinated notes due 2021, at par value (the “Senior Subordinated Notes”). 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

On March 21, 2016, Cinemark USA, Inc. redeemed its Senior Subordinated Notes at a make-whole premium of 
approximately  104%  plus  accrued  and  unpaid  interest,  utilizing  the  proceeds  from  the  issuance  of  the  additional 
$225,000 Cinemark USA, Inc. 4.875% Senior Notes discussed above. As a result of the redemption, the Company 
wrote-off approximately $2,369 in unamortized debt issue costs, paid a make-whole premium of $9,444 and paid other 
fees of $1,222, all of which are reflected in loss on debt amendments and refinancing during the year ended December 
31, 2016.  

Fair Value of Long Term Debt

The Company estimates the fair value of its long-term debt primarily using quoted market prices, which fall 
under Level 2 of the U.S. GAAP fair value hierarchy as defined by FASB ASC Topic 820-10-35. The carrying value 
of the Company’s long term debt was $1,817,295 and $1,809,311 as of December 31, 2017 and 2018, respectively, 
excluding debt issuance costs of $29,815 and $28,700, respectively. The fair value of the Company’s long term debt 
was $1,840,918 and $1,774,066 as of December 31, 2017 and 2018, respectively. 

Covenant Compliance and Debt Maturity

As  of  December  31,  2018,  the  Company  believes  it  was  in  full  financial  compliance  with  all  agreements, 

including related covenants, governing its outstanding debt. 

The Company’s long-term debt, excluding unamortized debt issuance costs, at December 31, 2018 matures as 

follows:

2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
Thereafter
Total

  $

  $

7,984 
6,595 
6,595 
406,595 
761,595 
619,947 
1,809,311  

Interest Rate Swap Agreements

The Company is currently a party to three interest rate swap agreements that are used to hedge a portion of the 
interest rate risk associated with the variable interest rates on the Company’s term loan debt and qualify for cash flow 
hedge accounting. The fair values of the interest rate swaps are recorded on the Company’s consolidated balance sheet 
as an asset or liability with the related gains or losses reported as a component of accumulated other comprehensive 
loss. The changes in fair value are reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss into earnings in the same 
period that the hedged items affect earnings.

The  valuation  technique  used  to  determine  fair  value  is  the  income  approach  and  under  this  approach,  the 
Company uses projected future interest rates as provided by counterparty to the interest rate swap agreement and the 
fixed rates that the Company is obligated to pay under the agreement. Therefore, the Company’s measurements use 
significant unobservable inputs, which fall in Level 3 of the U.S. GAAP hierarchy as defined by FASB ASC Topic 
820-10-35. See Note 12 for a summary of unrealized gains or losses recorded in accumulated other comprehensive 
loss.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

Below  is  a  summary  of  the  Company’s  interest  rate  swap  agreements  designated  as  cash  flow  hedges  as  of 

December 31, 2018:

Notional

Amount

Effective Date

$ 175,000    December 31, 2018  
$ 137,500    December 31, 2018  
$ 137,500    December 31, 2018  

Estimated

  Fair Value at
  December 31,

Pay Rate
2.751%
2.765%
2.746%

Receive Rate

Expiration Date

2018 (1)

    1-Month LIBOR
    1-Month LIBOR
    1-Month LIBOR

 December 31, 2022   $
 December 31, 2022   $
 December 31, 2022   $
  $

Total

1,983 
1,624 
1,486 
5,093  

(1)

Included in other long-term liabilities on the consolidated balance sheet as of December 31, 2018.

The total estimated fair value of the interest rate swaps of $5,093, net of deferred taxes of $1,243, is reflected in 

accumulated other comprehensive loss for the year ended December 31, 2018.   

12. FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS 

The Company determines fair value measurements in accordance with FASB ASC Topic 820, which establishes 
a fair value hierarchy under which an asset or liability is categorized based on the lowest level of input significant to 
its fair value measurement. The levels of input defined by FASB ASC Topic 820 are as follows: 

Level  1  –  quoted  market  prices  in  active  markets  for  identical  assets  or  liabilities  that  are  accessible  at  the 
measurement date; 

Level 2 – other than quoted market prices included in Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either 
directly or indirectly; and 

Level 3 – unobservable and should be used to measure fair value to the extent that observable inputs are not 
available. 

Below is a summary of liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis by the Company under FASB ASC 

Topic 820 as of December 31, 2018:

Description
Interest rate swap liabilities

Carrying
Value

Level 1

Fair Value
Level 2

Level 3

  $

(5,093)   $

—    $

—    $

(5,093)

Below is a reconciliation of the beginning and ending balance for liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring 

basis using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3):

Beginning balance - January 1
Interest rate swaps effective December 31, 2018
Ending balance - December 31

(1) Represents interest rate swap liabilities.  See Note 11 for further discussion.

  Liabilities (1)  
2018

  $

  $

— 
5,093 
5,093  

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

The  Company  also  uses  the  market  approach  for  fair  value  measurements  on  a  nonrecurring  basis  in  the 
impairment evaluations of its long-lived assets (see Note 1 and Note 9). Additionally, the Company uses the market 
approach to estimate the fair value of its long-term debt (see Note 11).  There were no changes in valuation techniques 
during the period. There were no transfers in or out of Level 1, Level 2 or Level 3 during the years ended December 
31, 2016, 2017 and 2018.

13. FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSLATION

The  accumulated  other  comprehensive  loss  account  in  stockholders’  equity  of  $253,282  and  $319,007  at 
December 31, 2017 and 2018, respectively, includes the cumulative foreign currency losses of $253,565 and $315,300, 
respectively, from translating the financial statements of the Company’s international subsidiaries and the change in 
fair values of the Company’s interest rate swap agreements designated as hedges.

As of December 31, 2018, all foreign countries where the Company has operations, other than Argentina, are 
non-highly inflationary, and the local currency is the same as the functional currency in all of the locations. Thus, any 
fluctuation in the currency results in a cumulative foreign currency translation adjustment recorded to accumulated 
other  comprehensive  loss.    The  Company  deemed  Argentina  to  be  highly  inflationary  beginning  July  1,  2018.    A 
highly inflationary economy is defined as an economy with a cumulative inflation rate of approximately 100 percent 
or more over a three-year period. If a country’s economy is classified as highly inflationary, the financial statements 
of the foreign entity operating in that country must be remeasured to the functional currency of the reporting entity.  
The financial statements of the Company’s Argentina subsidiaries has been remeasured in U.S. dollars in accordance 
with ASC Topic 830, Foreign Currency Matters, effective beginning July 1, 2018.

Below is a summary of the impact of translating the financial statements of all of the Company’s international 

subsidiaries as of and for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018.

Exchange Rate as of December 31,
2018
2017
2016

Other Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
For the Year Ended December 31,

2016

2017

Country
Brazil
Argentina (1)
Colombia
Chile
Peru
All other

(1)  

3.26   
16.04   

3.31   
18.65   
  3,000.71    2,936.67   
615.97   
3.24   

(4,567)
(8,200)
246 
5,672 
2,752 
(869)
(4,966)   $
Amount represents the cumulative comprehensive loss recorded for Argentina through June 30, 2018.  The impact of translating 
Argentina financial results to U.S. dollars, beginning July 1, 2018, which was not significant, has been recorded in foreign 
currency exchange gain (loss) on the Company’s consolidated statement of income.  

37,286 
(13,362)
1,278 
1,855 
87 
(783)
26,361    $

3.88    $
37.68   
3,249.75   
694.74   
3.39   

679.09   
3.45   

    $

 $

 $

2018
(34,086)
(14,357)
(1,795)
(8,924)
(2,136)
(955)
(62,253)

During the year ended December 31, 2017, the Company reclassified $1,551 of cumulative foreign currency 
translation adjustments, related to a Canadian subsidiary that was liquidated, from accumulated other comprehensive 
loss to foreign currency exchange gain (loss) on the consolidated statement of income.

During  the  year  ended  December  31,  2018,  the  Company  reclassified  $518  of  cumulative  foreign  currency 
translation adjustments, related to the settlement of an intercompany note between a domestic and an international 
subsidiary, from accumulated other comprehensive loss to foreign currency exchange gain (loss) on the consolidated 
statement of income.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

14. NONCONTROLLING INTERESTS IN SUBSIDIARIES

Noncontrolling interests in subsidiaries of the Company were as follows at December 31:

Cinemark Partners II — 24.6% interest (in one 
theatre)
Laredo Theatres – 25% interest (in two theatres)
Greeley Ltd. — 49% interest (in one theatre)
Other
Total

December 31,

2017

2018

$

8,795 

$

8,152 

1,746    
843    
509    
11,893   $

2,308 
1,411 
508 
12,379  

  $

During December 2016 the Company purchased the remaining 25% noncontrolling interest of one of its Chilean 
subsidiaries, Flix Impirica S.A. (“Flix Impirica”), for approximately $450 in cash.  The increase in the Company’s 
ownership interest in the Chilean subsidiary was accounted for as an equity transaction in accordance with ASC Topic 
810-10-45-23.  The  Company  recorded  a  decrease  in  additional  paid-in-capital  of  approximately  $27,  which 
represented the difference between the cash paid and the book value of the Chilean subsidiary’s noncontrolling interest 
account, which was approximately $423. As a result of this transaction, the Company now owns 100% of the shares 
in Flix Impirica. 

Below is a summary of the impact of changes in the Company’s ownership interest in its subsidiaries on its 

equity:

Net income attributable to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.
Transfers from noncontrolling interests

Decrease in Cinemark Holdings, Inc. additional 
paid-in-capital for the buyout of Flix Impirica 
non-controlling interest
Net transfers from non-controlling interests
Change from net income attributable to Cinemark 
Holdings, Inc. and transfers from noncontrolling 
interests

Year ended December 31,
2017
  $ 255,091    $ 264,180   $ 213,827 

2016

2018

(27)   
(27)   

—    
—    

— 
— 

  $ 255,064    $ 264,180   $ 213,827  

15. CAPITAL STOCK

Common Stock — Common stockholders are entitled to vote on all matters submitted to a vote of the Company’s 
stockholders. Subject to the rights of holders of any then outstanding shares of the Company’s preferred stock, the 
Company’s  common  stockholders  are  entitled  to  dividends  declared  by  the  board  of  directors.  The  shares  of  the 
Company’s common stock are not subject to any redemption provisions. The Company has no issued and outstanding 
shares of preferred stock.

The Company’s ability to pay dividends is effectively limited by its status as a holding company and the terms 
of its subsidiary’s indentures and senior secured credit facility, which also significantly restricts the ability of certain 
of the Company’s subsidiaries to pay dividends directly or indirectly to the Company. See Note 11 for discussion of 
restrictions contained within the debt agreements of the Company’s subsidiaries.

Treasury Stock — Treasury stock represents shares of common stock repurchased by the Company and not yet 

retired.  The Company has applied the cost method in recording its treasury shares. 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

Below is a summary of the Company’s treasury stock activity for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 

2018.

Balance at January 1, 2016

Restricted stock withholdings (1)
Restricted stock forfeitures (2)

Balance at December 31, 2016

Restricted stock withholdings (1)
Restricted stock forfeitures (2)

Balance at December 31, 2017

Restricted stock withholdings (1)
Restricted stock forfeitures (2)

Balance at December 31, 2018

Number of
Treasury 
Shares

  4,183,504   $
  206,690    
56,808    
  4,447,002   $
68,527    
10,341    
  4,525,870   $
75,801    
24,520    
  4,626,191   $

Cost
66,577 
6,834 
— 
73,411 
2,943 
— 
76,354 
2,905 
— 
79,259  

(1)

(2)

The  Company  withheld  restricted  shares  as  a  result  of  the  election  by  certain  employees  to  satisfy  their  tax  liabilities  upon  vesting  in 
restricted stock and restricted stock units.  The Company determined the number of shares to be withheld based upon market values that 
ranged from $29.17 to $44.44 per share.   
The Company repurchased forfeited restricted shares at a cost of $0.001 per share in accordance with the 2017 Omnibus Plan.   

As of December 31, 2018, the Company had no plans to retire any shares of its treasury stock.

Restricted Stock — Below is a summary of restricted stock activity for the years ended December 31, 2016, 

2017 and 2018:

Year Ended

Year Ended

Year Ended

  December 31, 2016

    December 31, 2017

    December 31, 2018

Outstanding at January 1
Granted
Vested
Forfeited
Outstanding at December 31

Shares of
Restricted
Stock
   757,775   $
   335,707   $
  (430,056) $
   (56,808) $
   606,618   $

Weighted
Average
Grant Date
Fair Value    

Shares of
Restricted
Stock

Weighted
Average
Grant Date
Fair Value    

Shares of
Restricted
Stock

30.73    606,618   $
30.98    246,534   $
26.60   (192,230) $
33.81    (10,341) $
33.51    650,581   $

33.51    650,581   $
41.70    328,734   $
36.26   (250,442) $
33.48    (24,520) $
35.81    704,353   $

Weighted
Average
Grant Date
Fair Value  
35.81 
38.72 
31.27 
38.62 
38.68  

During the year ended December 31, 2018, the Company granted 328,734 shares of restricted stock to directors 
and employees of the Company. The fair value of the restricted stock granted was determined based on the market 
value of the Company’s common stock on the dates of grant, which ranged from $35.80 to $39.26 per share. The 
Company assumed forfeiture rates ranging from 0% to 10% for the restricted stock awards.  Restricted stock granted 
to directors vests over a one-year period.  Restricted stock granted to employees vests over periods ranging from one 
year to four years based on continued service. The recipients of restricted stock are entitled to receive dividends and 
to vote their respective shares, however, the sale and transfer of the restricted shares is prohibited during the restriction 
period.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

Below is a summary of restricted stock award activity recorded for the periods indicated.

Compensation expense recognized during the period   $
Fair value of restricted shares that vested during the 
period
Income tax deduction upon vesting of restricted 
stock awards

$

$

Year Ended December 31,
2017

2018

2016

8,250   $

8,384   $

9,655 

14,662 

$

8,172 

$

9,501 

5,555 

$

2,667 

$

1,744  

As of December 31, 2018, the remaining unrecognized compensation expense related to these restricted stock 
awards was approximately $15,174. The weighted average period over which this remaining compensation expense 
will be recognized is approximately two years.

Restricted Stock Units — During the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018, the Company granted 
restricted stock units representing 253,661, 175,634 and 228,194 hypothetical shares of common stock, respectively, 
to employees. The restricted stock units vest based on a combination of financial performance factors and continued 
service. The financial performance factors are based on an implied equity value concept that determines an internal 
rate of return (“IRR”) for a two year measurement period, as defined in the award agreement, based on a formula 
utilizing a multiple of Adjusted EBITDA subject to certain specified adjustments (as defined in the restricted stock 
unit award agreement). The financial performance factors for the restricted stock units have a threshold, target and 
maximum level of payment opportunity and vest on a prorata basis according to the IRR achieved by the Company 
during the performance period. As an example, if the Company achieves an IRR equal to 9.0% for the 2016 grant, the 
number of restricted stock units that shall vest will be greater than the target but less than the maximum number that 
would have vested had the Company achieved the highest IRR. All payouts of restricted stock units that vest will be 
subject to an additional service requirement and will be paid in the form of common stock if the participant continues 
to provide services through the fourth anniversary of the grant date. 

The financial performance factors and respective vesting rates for each of the 2016, 2017 and 2018 grants are 

as follows:

Threshold IRR
Target IRR
Maximum IRR

2016

Year Ended December 31,
2017
  6.0%    7.0%    7.0%   
  8.0%    9.5%    9.5%   
  10.0%    13.0%    13.0%   

2018

Percentage of 
Shares Vesting 

33.3%  
66.6%  
100.0%  

At the time of each of the restricted stock unit grants, the Company assumes the IRR level to be reached for the 
defined measurement period will be the target IRR level in determining the amount of compensation expense to record 
for such grants. If and when additional information becomes available to indicate that something other than the target 
IRR level will be achieved, the Company adjusts compensation expense on a prospective basis over the remaining 
service period. The Company assumed a forfeiture rate of 5% for the restricted stock unit awards granted during 2018. 
Restricted stock unit award participants are eligible to receive dividend equivalent payments if and at the time the 
restricted stock unit awards vest.  

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

Below is a table summarizing the potential number of units that could vest under restricted stock unit awards 
granted during the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018 at each of the three levels of financial performance 
(excluding forfeitures):

at threshold IRR
at target IRR
at maximum IRR

2016

Granted During the Year Ended December 31,
2017
 Number of    Value at    Number of    Value at    Number of    Value at  
    Grant(1)  
2,967 
5,938 
8,906  

    Grant(1)     Units
2,481    
4,961    
7,442    

    Grant(1)     Units
2,522    
5,044    
7,568    

76,065   $
152,129   $
228,194   $

58,545   $
117,089   $
175,634   $

84,554   $
169,107   $
253,661   $

  Units

2018

(1)

The grant date fair values for units issued during the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2017 were $29.83 and $42.37, respectively.  The 
grant date fair values for the units issued during the year ended December 31, 2018 ranged from $37.55 to $39.03.  

Below is a summary of activity for restricted stock unit awards for the periods indicated:

Year Ended December 31,
2017

2018

2016

Number  of  restricted  stock  unit  awards  that  vested 
during the period
Fair value of restricted stock unit awards that vested 
during the period
Accumulated  dividends  paid  upon  vesting  of 
restricted stock unit awards
  $
Compensation expense recognized during the period   $
Income  tax  benefit  recognized  upon  vesting  of 
restricted stock unit awards

  $

  $

    213,984    

97,115     127,084 

7,260   $

4,155   $

4,846 

662   $
5,144   $

558   $
4,297   $

526 
4,681 

3,049   $

1,745   $

708  

During the year ended December 31, 2016, the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors approved a 
modification  to  the  2015  restricted  stock  unit  grants.  The  modification  resulted  in  a  cap  on  the  foreign  currency 
exchange  rate  devaluation  impact  to  be  used  in  calculating  the  IRR  for  the  respective  measurement  periods.    The 
Company revalued each of the grants based on the Company’s stock price at the date of modification, which was 
$37.98. The modifications resulted in incremental compensation expense of approximately $562 for the year ended 
December 31, 2016.  

As of December 31, 2018, the Company had restricted stock units outstanding that represented a total 594,266 
hypothetical shares of common stock, net of actual cumulative forfeitures of 18,667 units, assuming the maximum 
IRR is achieved for all of the outstanding restricted stock unit awards. 

As  of  December  31,  2018,  the  remaining  unrecognized  compensation  expense  related  to  the  outstanding 
restricted stock unit awards was $8,416, which reflects the maximum IRR level that was achieved for the 2015 grant, 
an IRR level of 7.2% that was achieved for the 2016 grant, an IRR level of 11.2% that is estimated for the 2017 grant 
and an IRR level of 9.5% that is estimated for the 2018 grants. The weighted average period over which this remaining 
compensation expense will be recognized is approximately two years. 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

16.

SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION

The following is provided as supplemental information to the consolidated statements of cash flows:

Cash paid for interest
Cash paid for income taxes, net of refunds received
Noncash investing and financing activities:

Change in accounts payable and accrued expenses for the
   acquisition of theatre properties and equipment (1)
Theatre properties acquired under capital and finance leases
Investment in NCM – receipt of common units (see
   Note 6)
Interest expense – NCM (see Note 3)
Dividends accrued on unvested restricted stock unit awards

Year Ended December 31,
2017
99,232    $ 98,411 
95,043    $ 64,199 

2016
  $ 108,101    $
93,368    $
  $

2018

  $ (29,471)  $
33,282    $
  $

9,349    $ (5,728)
46,727    $ 18,851 

  $
  $
  $

11,111    $
—    $
(554)  $

18,363    $

5,012 
—    $ (19,724)
(624)

(558)  $

(1)

Additions to theatre properties and equipment included in accounts payable as of December 31, 2017 and 2018 
were $31,276 and $37,004, respectively.

17. INCOME TAXES

On December 22, 2017, the U.S. government enacted comprehensive tax legislation, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act 
(the "Tax Act"). The Tax Act made changes to the U.S. tax code, which included (1) reduced U.S. corporate tax rate 
from  35  percent  to  21  percent,  (2)  generally  eliminated  U.S.  federal  income  taxes  on  dividends  from  foreign 
subsidiaries,  (3) a one-time transition tax on certain undistributed earnings of foreign subsidiaries, and (4) created 
new taxes on certain foreign-sourced earnings.  

As of December 31, 2018, the amounts recorded for the Tax Act are final for the 2017 transition tax, the re-
measurement of deferred taxes, and the Company’s reassessment of valuation allowances.  The Company recorded a 
net additional charge as a result of the Tax Act and its recently issued guidance of $19,180, all non-cash,  including a 
true up of the re-measurement of deferred tax liabilities using the lower U.S. corporate income tax rate and a reduction 
in a deferred tax asset with regard to foreign tax credit carryforwards.

The Company’s provision for federal and foreign income tax expense for continuing operations consisted of the 

following:

Year Ended December 31,
2017

2018

2016

  $ 274,756   $ 280,535   $ 289,727 
21,007 
  $ 360,646   $ 345,377   $ 310,734  

85,890    

64,842    

Income before income taxes:

U.S.
Foreign

Total

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

Current and deferred income taxes were as follows:

Year Ended December 31,
2017

2018

2016

Current:

Federal
Foreign
State

Total current expense
Deferred:

Federal
Foreign
State

Total deferred taxes
Income taxes

  $

65,303    $
32,047     
11,936     
  $ 109,286    $

54,435    $
29,306     
10,632     
94,373    $

  $ (13,667)  $ (14,046)  $
1,674     
(4,270)   
3,301     
6,526     
(5,467)  $ (15,015)  $
79,358    $

  $
  $ 103,819    $

46,826 
11,822 
13,594 
72,242 

27,055 
(6,166)
2,298 
23,187 
95,429  

A reconciliation between income tax expense and taxes computed by applying the applicable statutory federal 

income tax rate to income before income taxes follows:

Computed statutory tax expense
Foreign inflation adjustments
State and local income taxes, net of federal income 
tax impact
Foreign losses not benefited and changes in 
valuation allowance
Foreign tax rate differential
Foreign dividends
Foreign tax credits
Impacts related to 2017 Tax Act (1)(2)
Changes in uncertain tax positions
Other — net
Income taxes

Year Ended December 31,
2017

2016

  $ 126,226    $ 120,882    $

(281) 

—   

2018
65,254 
— 

11,999     

12,786     

12,611 

(34,757)   
(942)   
68,684     
(62,815)   
—     
921     
(5,216)   
  $ 103,819    $

249     
(245)   
13,662     
(21,647)   
(44,889)   
983     
(2,423)   
79,358    $

822 
2,235 
- 
3,927 
19,180 
(6,139)
(2,461)
95,429  

(1)

(2)

The amount for the year ended December 31, 2018 includes a one-time charge to true-up deferred taxes of $1,913 and a reduction in deferred 
tax assets with regard to foreign tax credit carryforwards of $17,267.
The amount for the year ended December 31, 2017 includes a one-time benefit due to re-measurement of net deferred tax liabilities using a 
lower U.S. corporate tax rate and a reassessment of permanently reinvested earnings of ($79,834),  a deemed repatriation tax of $14,512, 
and a reduction in deferred tax assets with regard to foreign tax credit carryforwards of $20,433.

As  of  December  31,  2018,  all  earnings  invested  offshore  subject  to  the  Tax  Act  have  been  included  in  the 
transition tax. As of December 31, 2018, the Company had approximately $415,323 of accumulated undistributed 
earnings and profits, approximately $373,768 of which was subject to the one-time transition tax pursuant to the Tax 
Act. Any additional tax due on the repatriation of previously taxed earnings would generally be foreign withholding 
and  U.S.  state  income  taxes.  The  Company  does  not  intend  to  repatriate  these  offshore  earnings  and  profits,  and 
therefore has not recorded any deferred taxes on such earnings. The Company considers any excess of the amount for 
financial reporting over the tax basis of its investment in its foreign subsidiaries to be indefinitely reinvested. At this 
time, the determination of deferred tax liabilities on this amount is not practicable.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

Deferred Income Taxes

The tax effects of significant temporary differences and tax loss and tax credit carryforwards comprising the net 

long-term deferred income tax liabilities as of December 31, 2017 and 2018 consisted of the following:

Deferred liabilities:
Theatre properties and equipment
Intangible  asset — other
Intangible  asset — tradenames
Investment in partnerships
Total deferred liabilities

December 31,

2017

2018

  $

147,208   $
30,770    
72,967    
67,449    
318,394    

158,797 
33,561 
73,261 
63,217 
328,836 

Deferred assets:
Deferred lease expenses
Exchange loss
Deferred revenue - NCM
Capital lease obligations
Tax impact of items in accumulated other 
comprehensive income
Other tax loss carryforwards
Other tax credit carryforwards
Other expenses, not currently deductible for tax 
purposes

Total deferred assets

Net deferred income tax liability before valuation 
allowance
Valuation allowance against deferred assets – 
non-current
Net deferred income tax liability
Net deferred tax (asset) liability — Foreign
Net deferred tax liability — U.S.
Total

  $
  $

  $

14,714    
220    
85,816    
67,369    

—    
15,564    
38,436    

13,464 
1,306 
70,688 
63,895 

2,237 
15,608 
42,989 

13,801    
235,920    

26,776 
236,963 

82,474    

91,873 

35,246    
117,720   $
3,073   $
114,647    
117,720   $

54,725 
146,598 
(5,449)
152,047 
146,598  

A significant portion of our foreign tax credit carryforwards expire in 2023.  Some foreign net operating losses 
expired in 2018; however, some losses may be carried forward indefinitely. State net operating losses may be carried 
forward for periods of between five and twenty years with the last expiring year being 2037.

The Company’s valuation allowance changed from $35,246 at December 31, 2017 to $54,725 at December 31, 
2018  (see  Note  21).  The  increase  was  a  result  of  recently  issued  guidance  for  the  Tax  Act  and  the  impact  on  the 
estimated usage of foreign tax credit carryforwards before their expiration.  

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

Uncertain Tax Positions

The  following  is  a  reconciliation  of  the  total  amounts  of  unrecognized  tax  benefits  excluding  interest  and 

penalties, for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018:

Balance at January 1,

Gross increases - tax positions in prior periods
Gross decreases - tax positions in prior periods
Gross increases - current period tax positions
Settlements
Foreign currency translation adjustments

Balance at December 31,

  $

  $

Year Ended December 31,
2017
17,403    $

2016
17,133    $
13     
—     
923     
(924)   
258     
17,403    $

2018
18,266 
— 
(143)
424 
(7,191)
(795)
10,561  

92   
(12)   
265     
(177)   
695     
18,266    $

The Company had $20,231 and $13,953 of unrecognized tax benefits, including interest and penalties, as of 
December  31,  2017  and  2018,  respectively.  Of  these  amounts,  $20,231  and  $13,953    represent  the  amount  of 
unrecognized tax benefits that, if recognized, would impact the effective income tax rate for the years ended December 
31,  2017  and  2018,  respectively.  The  Company  had  $5,288  and  $3,390  accrued  for  interest  and  penalties  as  of 
December 31, 2017 and 2018, respectively.

The Company and its subsidiaries file income tax returns in the U.S. federal jurisdiction and in certain state and 
foreign jurisdictions and are routinely under audit by many different tax authorities. The Company believes that its 
accrual for tax liabilities is adequate for all open audit years based on its assessment of many factors including past 
experience and interpretations of tax law. This assessment relies on estimates and assumptions and may involve a 
series of complex judgments about future events. The Company is no longer subject to income tax audits from the 
Internal Revenue Service for years before 2015. Additionally, the Company began and concluded an audit from the 
Internal Revenue Service for the year 2016, with no changes.  The Company is no longer subject to state income tax 
examinations by tax authorities in its major state jurisdictions for years before 2014. The Company is no longer subject 
to non-U.S. income tax examinations by tax authorities in its major non-U.S. tax jurisdictions for years before 2005.

The Company is currently under audit in the non-U.S. tax jurisdiction of Brazil. The Company concluded an 

audit in Chile in 2018 and recorded a tax benefit of $6,802.

18. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

Leases  —  The  Company  conducts  a  significant  part  of  its  theatre  operations  in  leased  properties  under 
noncancelable  leases  with  terms  generally  ranging  from  10  to  25  years.  In  addition  to  the  minimum  annual  lease 
payments, some of the leases provide for contingent rentals based on operating results of the theatre and some require 
the payment of taxes, insurance and other costs applicable to the property. The Company can renew, at its option, a 
substantial portion of the leases at defined or then market rental rates for various periods. Some leases also provide 
for escalating rent payments throughout the lease term. A liability for deferred lease expenses of $40,929 and $39,235 
at December 31, 2017 and 2018, respectively, has been provided to account for lease expenses on a straight-line basis, 
where lease payments are not made on such a basis. Theatre rent expense was as follows:

Year Ended December 31,

2016

2017

2018

Fixed rent expense

  $ 242,927   $ 247,908   $ 248,543 

Contingent rent and other facility lease expenses

78,367    

80,289    

74,773 

Total facility lease expense

  $ 321,294   $ 328,197   $ 323,316  

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

Future minimum lease payments under noncancelable operating and capital leases at December 31, 2018 are as 

follows(1):

2019

2020

2021

2022

2023

Thereafter

Total

Amounts representing interest payments

Present value of future minimum payments

Current portion of capital lease obligations

  Operating     Capital

Leases

Leases

  $ 253,323   $

42,434 

242,336    

41,502 

230,396    

34,589 

204,628    

32,462 

176,802    

28,534 

677,091    

166,375 

  $ 1,784,576    

345,896 

(86,364)

259,532 

(27,065)

Capital lease obligations, less current portion

    $ 232,467  

(1)  Represents amounts before the adoption of ASC Topic 842 – Leases.  See Note 2 for discussion 

of the expected impact of adoption.

Employment Agreements — As of December 31, 2018, the Company had employment agreements with Lee 
Roy Mitchell, Mark Zoradi, Sean Gamble, Valmir Fernandes and Michael Cavalier. The employment agreements are 
subject to automatic extensions for a one year period, unless the employment agreements are terminated. The base 
salaries  stipulated  in  the  employment  agreements  are  subject  to  review  at  least  annually  during  the  term  of  the 
agreements  for  increase  (but  not  decrease)  by  the  Company’s  Compensation  Committee.  Management  personnel 
subject to  these  employment agreements are eligible  to  receive annual cash  incentive bonuses upon  the Company 
meeting certain performance targets established by the Compensation Committee within the first 90 days of the fiscal 
year.

Effective February 20, 2018, the Company and Mr. Zoradi amended his employment agreement extending the 

term to December 31, 2019.

Effective January 2, 2018, Robert Carmony, Executive Vice President – Innovation, retired from the Company 

and his employment agreement was terminated.

Retirement Savings Plan — The Company has a 401(k) retirement savings plan (“401(k) Plan”) for the benefit 
of all eligible employees and makes matching contributions as determined annually in accordance with the 401(k) 
Plan. Employer matching contribution payments of $6,380 and $5,076 were made during 2017 and 2018, respectively. 
A liability of approximately $1,374 was recorded at December 31, 2018 for employer contribution payments to be 
made in 2019 for the remaining amounts owed for plan year 2018.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

Silken Brown v. Cinemark USA, Inc., Case No. 3:13cv05669, In the United States District Court for the Northern 
District  of  California,  San  Francisco  Division.  The  case  presents  putative  class  action  claims  for  penalties  and 
attorney's fees arising from alleged violations of the California wage statement law.  The claim is also asserted as a 
representative action under the California Private Attorney General Act (PAGA) for penalties. The Court granted class 
certification. The company denies the claims, denies that class certification is appropriate, denies that the plaintiff has 
standing to assert the claims alleged and is vigorously defending against the claims.  The company denies the claims, 
denies that class certification is appropriate, denies that the plaintiff has standing to assert the claims alleged and is 
vigorously defending against the claims.  The Company denies any violation of law; however, to avoid the cost and 
uncertainty associated with litigation the Company and the plaintiff entered into a Joint Stipulation of Class Action 
Settlement and Release of Claims (the “Settlement Agreement”) to fully and finally dismiss all claims that would be 
brought in the case.  The Settlement Agreement must be approved by the Court. During the year ended December 31, 
2018, the Company recorded a litigation reserve based on the proposed Settlement Agreement in loss on disposal of 
assets and other on the consolidated income statement.  

Flagship Theatres of Palm Desert, LLC d/b/a Cinemas Palme D’Or v. Century Theatres, Inc., and Cinemark 
USA, Inc.; Superior Court of the State of California, County of Los Angeles.  Plaintiff in this case alleges that the 
Company  violated  California  antitrust  and  unfair  competition  laws  by  engaging  in  “circuit  dealing”  with  various 
motion  picture  distributors  and  tortuously  interfered  with  Plaintiff’s  business  relationships.    Plaintiff  seeks 
compensatory damages, trebling of those damages under California law, punitive damages, injunctive relief, attorneys’ 
fees, costs and interest.  Plaintiff also alleges that the Company’s conduct ultimately resulted in closure of its theatre 
in  June  2016.    The  Company  denied  the  allegations.    In  2008,  the  Company  moved  for  summary  judgment  on 
Plaintiff’s claims, arguing primarily that clearances between the theatres at issue were lawful and that Plaintiff lacked 
proof sufficient to support certain technical elements of its antitrust claims.  The trial court granted that motion and 
dismissed Plaintiff’s claims.  Plaintiff appealed and, in 2011, the Court of Appeal reversed, holding, among other 
things, that Plaintiff’s claims were not about the illegality of clearances but were focused, instead, on “circuit dealing.”  
Having re-framed the claims in that manner, the Court of Appeal held that the trial court’s decision to limit discovery 
to the market where the theatres at issue operated was an error, as “circuit dealing” necessarily involves activities in 
different markets.  Upon return to the trial court, the parties engaged in additional, broadened discovery related to 
Plaintiff’s “circuit dealing” claim.  Thereafter, the Company moved again for summary judgment on all of Plaintiff’s 
claims.  That new motion for summary judgment was pending when, on or about April 11, 2014, the trial court granted 
the Company’s motion for terminating sanctions and entered a judgment dismissing the case with prejudice.  Plaintiff 
then appealed that second dismissal, seeking to have the judgment reversed and the case remanded to the trial court.  
The Court of Appeal issued a ruling on May 24, 2016, reversing the granting of terminating sanctions and instead 
imposed a lesser evidentiary and damages preclusion sanction.  The case returned to the trial court on October 6, 2016.  
On May 10, 2018, after a five-week jury trial, the jury found no liability on one circuit dealing claim and awarded 
Plaintiff damages on the other claim, which are tripled for antitrust damage awards.  Plaintiff would also be entitled 
to certain court costs and to seek at least some portion of its attorney’s fees.  During the year ended December 31, 
2018, the Company recorded a litigation reserve based on an estimate of the jury award, which is reflected in loss on 
disposal of assets and other on the consolidated income statement.  The trial court denied a motion for a judgment 
notwithstanding the verdict and a motion for a new trial. The Company intends to appeal the judgment.  Although the 
Company denies that it engaged in any form of circuit dealing, it cannot predict the outcome of its pending motions 
or future appeals.

The Company received a Civil Investigative Demand (“CID”) from the Antitrust Division of the United States 
Department of Justice. The CID relates to an investigation under Sections 1 and 2 of the Sherman Act. The Company 
also received CIDs from the Antitrust Section of the Office of the Attorney General of the State of Ohio and later from 
other  states  regarding  similar  inquiries  under  state  antitrust  laws.  The  CIDs  request  the  Company  to  answer 
interrogatories,  and  produce  documents,  or  both,  related  to  the  investigation  of  matters  including  film  clearances, 
potential  coordination  and/or  communication  with  other  major  theatre  circuits  and  related  joint  ventures.    The 
Company intends to fully cooperate with all federal and state government agencies. Although the Company does not 
believe  that  it  has  violated  any  federal  or  state  antitrust  or  competition  laws,  it  cannot  predict  the  ultimate  scope, 
duration or outcome of these investigations.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

From time to time, the Company is involved in other various legal proceedings arising from the ordinary course 
of its business operations, such as personal injury claims, employment matters, landlord-tenant disputes, patent claims 
and contractual disputes, some of which are covered by insurance or by indemnification from vendors. The Company 
believes its potential liability with respect to these types of proceedings currently pending is not material, individually 
or in the aggregate, to the Company’s financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

19. SEGMENTS

The Company manages its international market and its U.S. market as separate reportable operating segments, 
with  the  international  segment  consisting  of  operations  in  Brazil,  Argentina,  Chile,  Colombia,  Peru,  Ecuador, 
Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Guatemala, Bolivia, Curacao and Paraguay. Each segment’s 
revenue is derived from admissions and concession sales and other ancillary revenues. The Company uses Adjusted 
EBITDA, as shown in the reconciliation table below, because we believe it provides management and investors with 
additional  information  to  measure  the  Company’s  performance  and  liquidity,  estimate  the  Company’s  value  and 
evaluate  the  Company’s  ability  to  service  debt.  In  addition,  the  Company  uses  Adjusted  EBITDA  for  incentive 
compensation purposes.  The Company does not report asset information by segment because that information is not 
used to evaluate Company performance or allocate resources between segments.

Below is a breakdown of select financial information by reportable operating segment:

Year Ended December 31,
2017

2018

2016

Revenues
U.S.
International
Eliminations

Total revenues
Adjusted EBITDA (1)

U.S.
International

Total Adjusted EBITDA

Capital expenditures

U.S.
International

Total capital expenditures

 $2,230,693   $2,236,237   $2,551,719 
682,778 
(12,762)
 $2,918,765   $2,991,547   $3,221,735 

769,436    
(14,126)   

701,573    
(13,501)   

 $ 548,413   $ 558,182   $ 648,576 
132,941 
 $ 706,103   $ 723,758   $ 781,517 

165,576    

157,690    

 $ 242,271   $ 321,040   $ 270,870 
75,203 
 $ 326,908   $ 380,862   $ 346,073  

59,822    

84,637    

(1)

Distributions from equity investees are reported entirely within the U.S. operating segment.

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In thousands, except share and per share data

The following table sets forth a reconciliation of net income to Adjusted EBITDA:

Net income
Add (deduct):

Income taxes
Interest expense (1)
Loss on debt amendments and refinancing
Other income (2)
Other cash distributions from equity investees (3)
Depreciation and amortization
Impairment of long-lived assets
Loss on disposal of assets and other
Deferred lease expenses
Amortization of long-term prepaid rents
Share based awards compensation expense

Adjusted EBITDA

Year Ended December 31,
2017
  $ 256,827    $ 266,019    $ 215,305 

2016

2018

79,358     

521     
(43,127)   
25,973     

13,445     
(44,813)   
21,916     

    103,819     
95,429 
    108,313      105,918      109,994 
1,484 
(18,472)
30,143 
    209,071      237,513      261,162 
32,372 
38,702 
(1,320)
2,382 
14,336 
  $ 706,103    $ 723,758    $ 781,517  

2,836     
20,459     
(990)   
1,826     
13,394     

15,084     
22,812     
(1,268)   
2,274     
12,681     

(1)

(2)

(3)

Includes amortization of debt issue costs. 
Includes interest income, foreign currency exchange gain (loss), interest expense – NCM and equity in income of affiliates 
and excludes distributions from NCM.
Includes distributions received from equity investees that were recorded as a reduction of the respective investment balances.  

Financial Information About Geographic Area

Below is a breakdown of select financial information by geographic area:

Year Ended December 31,
2017

2018

2016

Revenues
U.S.
Brazil
Other international countries
Eliminations
Total

 $2,230,693   $2,236,237   $2,551,719 
283,009 
399,769 
(12,762)
 $2,918,765   $2,991,547   $3,221,735  

341,485    
427,951    
(14,126)  

304,407    
397,166    
(13,501)  

Theatre Properties and Equipment-net

U.S.
Brazil
Other international countries

Total

December 31, 
2017

December 31, 
2018

  $ 1,439,168   $ 1,479,603 
140,570 
212,960 
  $ 1,828,054   $ 1,833,133  

179,669    
209,217    

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

20. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

The Company manages theatres for Laredo Theatres, Ltd. (“Laredo”). The Company is the sole general partner 
and owns 75% of the limited partnership interests of Laredo. Lone Star Theatres, Inc. owns the remaining 25% of the 
limited partnership interests in Laredo and is 100% owned by Mr. David Roberts, Lee Roy Mitchell’s son-in-law. Lee 
Roy Mitchell is the Company’s Chairman of the Board and directly and indirectly owns approximately 8% of the 
Company’s common stock. Under the agreement, management fees are paid by Laredo to the Company at a rate of 
5% of annual theatre revenues up to $50,000 and 3% of annual theatre revenues in excess of $50,000. The Company 
recorded $506, $586 and $654 of management fee revenues during the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 
2018,  respectively.  All  such  amounts  are  included  in  the  Company’s  consolidated  financial  statements  with  the 
intercompany amounts eliminated in consolidation. 

The Company has an Aircraft Time Sharing Agreement with Copper Beech Capital, LLC to use, on occasion, 
a private aircraft owned by Copper Beech Capital, LLC. Copper Beech Capital, LLC is owned by Mr. Mitchell and 
his  wife,  Tandy  Mitchell.  The  private  aircraft  is  used  by  Mr.  Mitchell  and  other  executives  who  accompany  Mr. 
Mitchell to business meetings for the Company. The Company reimburses Copper Beech Capital, LLC the actual 
costs of fuel usage and the expenses of the pilots, landing fees, storage fees and similar expenses incurred during the 
trip.  For the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018, the aggregate amounts paid to Copper Beech Capital, 
LLC for the use of the aircraft was approximately $110, $131 and $68, respectively.

The Company holds events for its employees and their families at Pinstack, an entertainment facility, at various 
times throughout the year.  Pinstack is majority-owned by Mr. Mitchell and his wife, Tandy Mitchell.  In connection 
with the event, the Company paid Pinstack approximately $70, $36 and $5 during the years ended December 31, 2016, 
2017 and 2018, respectively.  

The Company currently leases 14 theatres and one parking facility from Syufy Enterprises, LP (“Syufy”) or 
affiliates of Syufy. Raymond Syufy is one of the Company’s directors and is an officer of the general partner of Syufy. 
Of these 15 leases, 14 have fixed minimum annual rent. The one lease without minimum annual rent has rent based 
upon a specified percentage of gross sales as defined in the lease. For the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 
2018, the Company paid total rent of approximately $21,124, $22,483 and $23,447, respectively, to Syufy.

The Company has a 50% voting interest in FE Concepts, a joint venture with AWSR, an entity owned by Lee 
Roy Mitchell and Tandy Mitchell.  FE Concepts will develop and operate a family entertainment center that offers 
bowling, gaming, movies and other amenities.  See Note 7 for further discussion. 

21. VALUATION AND QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS

The Company’s valuation allowance for deferred tax assets for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 

2018 were as follows:

Balance at January 1, 2016

Additions
Deductions

Balance at December 31, 2016

Additions
Deductions

Balance at December 31, 2017

Additions (1)
Deductions

Balance at December 31, 2018

Valuation Allowance 
for Deferred Taxes

  $

  $

  $

  $

50,636 
483 
(36,595)
14,524 
21,347 
(625)
35,246 
22,005 
(2,526)
54,725  

(1)

A  valuation  allowance  was  provided  against  certain  deferred  tax  assets  arising  from  carryforwards  of  unused 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

22. QUARTERLY FINANCIAL INFORMATION (UNAUDITED)

First
Quarter
  $ 779,610 
Revenues
  $ 131,193 
Operating income
Net income
  $ 80,194 
Net income attributable to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.   $ 79,728 
Net income per share attributable to Cinemark 
Holdings, Inc.’s common stockholders:

Second
Quarter
 $ 751,195 
 $ 98,221 
 $ 51,810 
 $ 51,239 

2017
Third
Quarter
 $ 710,748 
 $ 74,175 
 $ 38,540 
 $ 38,139 

Fourth
Quarter
 $ 749,994 
 $ 88,693 
 $ 95,475 
 $ 95,074 

Full
Year
 $2,991,547 
 $ 392,282 
 $ 266,019 
 $ 264,180 

Basic
Diluted

  $
  $

0.68 
0.68 

 $
 $

0.44 
0.44 

 $
 $

0.33 
0.33 

 $
 $

0.82 
0.82 

 $
 $

2.26 
2.26  

Revenues
Operating income
Net income
Net  income  attributable  to  Cinemark  Holdings, 
Inc.
Net  income  per  share  attributable  to  Cinemark 
Holdings, Inc.’s common stockholders:

First
Quarter
  $ 779,971 
  $ 102,242 
62,177 
  $

Second
Quarter
 $ 889,053 
 $ 126,668 
82,464 
 $

2018 (1)
Third
Quarter
 $ 754,235 
82,738 
 $
50,621 
 $

Fourth
Quarter
 $ 798,476 
76,703 
 $
20,043 
 $

Full
Year
 $3,221,735 
 $ 388,351 
 $ 215,305 

$

62,021 

 $

82,135 

 $

50,228 

 $

19,443 

 $ 213,827 

Basic
Diluted

  $
  $

0.53 
0.53 

 $
 $

0.70 
0.70 

 $
 $

0.43 
0.43 

 $
 $

0.17 
0.17 

 $
 $

1.83 
1.83  

(1) See Note 3 for discussion of the adoption of ASC 606 and its impact on the income statement beginning in 2018.  

23.

SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

On February 22, 2019, the Company’s board of directors approved a cash dividend for the fourth quarter of 
2018 of $0.34 per share of common stock payable to stockholders of record on March 8, 2019. The dividend will be 
paid on March 22, 2019.

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CINEMARK HOLDINGS, INC.
PARENT COMPANY BALANCE SHEETS
(In thousands, except share data)

Assets

Cash and cash equivalents
Prepaid assets and other
Investment in subsidiaries

Total assets

Liabilities and equity

Liabilities
Accrued other current liabilities, including accounts payable to subsidiaries
Other long-term liabilities
Total liabilities
Commitments and contingencies (see Note 6)
Equity
Common stock, $0.001 par value: 300,000,000 shares authorized, 121,000,903 
shares issued and 116,475,033 shares outstanding at December 31, 2017 and 
121,456,721 shares issued and 116,830,530 shares outstanding at December 
31, 2018
Additional paid-in-capital
Treasury stock, 4,525,870 and 4,626,191 shares, at cost, at December 31, 2017 
and December 31, 2018, respectively
Retained earnings
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
Total equity
Total liabilities and equity

  December 31,

  December 31,

2017

2018

  $

  $

  $

132    $
—     
1,409,605     
1,409,737    $

6 
11 
1,464,803 
1,464,820 

15,208    $
734     
15,942     

20,165 
917 
21,082 

121      
1,141,088      

121 
1,155,424 

(76,354)
582,222      
(253,282)
1,393,795      
1,409,737    $

(79,259)
686,459 
(319,007)
1,443,738 
1,464,820  

  $

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the condensed financial information of the registrant.

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PARENT COMPANY STATEMENTS OF INCOME
YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018
(in thousands)

2016

2017

2018

Revenues
Cost of operations
Operating loss
Other income
Loss before income taxes and equity in income of subsidiaries
Income taxes
Equity in income of subsidiaries, net of taxes
Net income

  $

  $

 $

— 
2,717 
(2,717)   
— 
(2,717)   
1,033 
256,775 
255,091 

 $

 $

— 
2,367 
(2,367)   

6 

(2,361)   
897 
265,644 
264,180 

 $

— 
2,535 
(2,535)
22 
(2,513)
605 
215,735 
213,827  

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the condensed financial information of the registrant.

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PARENT COMPANY STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018
(In thousands)

  $

Net income
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
Unrealized gain (loss) due to fair value adjustments on interest rate 
swap agreements, net of taxes of $138, $0 and $1,243, net of 
settlements
Other comprehensive income (loss) in equity method investments
Foreign currency translation adjustments
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
Comprehensive income attributable to Cinemark Holdings, Inc.   $

2016
255,091 

 $

2017
264,180 

 $

2018
213,827 

234 
89 
26,361     
26,684 
281,775 

 $

- 
248 
(4,966)    
(4,718)
259,462 

 $

(3,851)
(139)
(62,253)
(66,243)
147,584  

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the condensed financial information of the registrant.

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PARENT COMPANY STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018
(in thousands)

Operating Activities
Net income
Adjustments to reconcile net income to cash provided by operating 
activities:
Share based awards compensation expense
Equity in income of subsidiaries
Changes in other assets and liabilities

  $

Net cash provided by operating activities

Investing Activities
Dividends received from subsidiaries

Net cash provided by investing activities

Financing Activities
Dividends paid to stockholders
Payroll taxes paid as a result of noncash stock option exercises and 
restricted stock withholdings

Net cash used for financing activities

Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents:
Beginning of period
End of period

  $

2016

2017

2018

255,091 

 $

264,180 

 $

213,827 

981 

(256,775)   
8,188 
7,485 

857 

(265,644)   
4,164 
3,557 

124,900 
124,900 

134,500 
134,500 

920 
(215,735)
4,509 
3,521 

148,750 
148,750 

(125,490)   

(135,079)   

(149,492)

(6,834)   
(132,324)   

(2,943)   
(138,022)   

61 

36 
97 

 $

35 

97 
132 

 $

(2,905)
(152,397)
(126)

132 
6  

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the condensed financial information of the registrant.

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NOTES TO PARENT COMPANY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

1.

BASIS OF PRESENTATION

Cinemark Holdings, Inc. conducts substantially all of its operations through its subsidiaries. These statements 
should be read in conjunction with the Company’s consolidated financial statements and notes included elsewhere in 
this annual report on Form 10-K. There are significant restrictions over Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s ability to obtain 
funds from its subsidiaries through dividends, loans or advances as contained in Cinemark USA, Inc.’s senior secured 
credit  facility  and  the  indentures  to  each  of  the  4.875%  Senior  Notes  and  the  5.125%  Senior  Notes  (collectively 
referred  to  herein  as  the  “Notes”).  These  condensed  parent  company  financial  statements  have  been  prepared  in 
accordance with Rule 12-04, Schedule I of Regulation S-X, as the restricted net assets of Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s 
subsidiaries under each of the debt agreements previously noted exceeds 25 percent of the consolidated net assets of 
Cinemark Holdings, Inc. As of December 31, 2018, the restricted net assets totaled approximately $1,155,042 and 
$1,174,247  under  the  senior  secured  credit  facility  and  the  Notes,  respectively.  See  Note  11  to  the  Company’s 
consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this annual report on Form 10-K.

2.

DIVIDEND PAYMENTS

Below is a summary of dividends declared for the fiscal periods indicated.

Declaration Date
2/24/2016
5/26/2016
8/18/2016
11/16/2016

2/23/2017
5/25/2017
8/10/2017
11/17/2017

2/23/2018
5/25/2018
8/23/2018
11/15/2018

Record Date
3/7/2016
6/8/2016
8/31/2016
12/2/2016

3/8/2017
6/8/2017
8/31/2017
12/1/2017

3/8/2018
6/8/2018
9/4/2018
12/4/2018

  $

Payable Date
3/18/2016
6/22/2016
9/13/2016
12/16/2016

Total  $
  $

3/20/2017
6/22/2017
9/13/2017
12/15/2017

3/22/2018
6/22/2018
9/18/2018
12/18/2018

Total  $
  $
  $
  $
  $
Total  $

Amount per
Share of

Total

Common Stock (1)

Dividends (2)

0.27    $
0.27   
0.27   
0.27   
1.08    $
0.29    $
0.29   
0.29   
0.29   
1.16    $
0.32    $
0.32   
0.32   
0.32   
1.28    $

31,544 
31,459 
31,473 
31,568 
126,044 
33,912 
33,904 
33,911 
33,910 
135,637 
37,471 
37,523 
37,530 
37,592 
150,116  

(1)

(2)

Beginning with the dividend declared on February 23, 2017, the Company’s board of directors raised the quarterly dividend to $0.29 per 
common share.  Beginning with the dividend declared on February 23, 2018, the Company’s board of directors raised the quarterly dividend 
to $0.32 per common share. 
Of the dividends recorded during 2016, 2017 and 2018, $554, $558 and $624, respectively, were related to outstanding restricted stock units 
and will not be paid until such units vest.

3.

DIVIDENDS RECEIVED FROM SUBSIDIARIES

During the years ended December 31, 2016, 2017 and 2018, Cinemark Holdings, Inc. received cash dividends 

of $124,900, $134,500 and $148,750, respectively, from its subsidiary, Cinemark USA, Inc.

4.

LONG-TERM DEBT

Cinemark Holdings, Inc. has no direct outstanding debt obligations, but its subsidiaries do. For a discussion of 
the debt obligations of Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s subsidiaries, see Note 11 to the Company’s consolidated financial 
statements included elsewhere in this annual report on Form 10-K.

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NOTES TO PARENT COMPANY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

5.

CAPITAL STOCK

Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s capital stock along with its long-term incentive plan and related activity are discussed 
in Note 15 of the Company’s consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this annual report on Form 10-
K. 

6.

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

Cinemark Holdings, Inc. has no direct commitments and contingencies, but its subsidiaries do. See Note 18 of 

the Company’s consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this annual report on Form 10-K

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NOTES TO PARENT COMPANY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

SUBSIDIARIES OF CINEMARK HOLDINGS, INC. 

EXHIBIT 21

United States 
Cinemark USA, Inc., a Texas corporation
Cinemark, L.L.C., a Cayman corporation
Sunnymead Cinema Corp., a California corporation
Cinemark Properties, Inc., a Texas corporation
Greeley Holdings, Inc., a Texas corporation
Greeley, Ltd., a Texas limited partnership
Cinemark Concessions, L.L.C., a Florida limited liability company
Cinemark International, L.L.C., a Texas limited liability company
Cinemark Mexico (USA), Inc., a Delaware corporation
Cinemark Partners I, Inc., a Texas corporation
Cinemark Partners II, Ltd., a Texas limited partnership
Cinemark Investments Corporation, a Delaware corporation
CNMK Brazil Investments, Inc., a Delaware corporation
CNMK Investments, Inc., a Delaware corporation
CNMK Texas Properties, L.L.C., a Texas corporation
Laredo Theatre, Ltd., a Texas limited partnership
Brasil Holdings, L.L.C., a Delaware limited liability company
Brazil Holdings II, L.L.C., a Delaware limited liability company
Cinemark Media, Inc., a Delaware corporation
Cinemark Latin America Ventures, L.L.C., a Delaware limited liability company
Cinemark Prodecine Holdings, L.L.C., a Delaware limited liability company
Brazil Transition Holdings, L.L.C., a Delaware limited liability company
Century Theatres, Inc., a California corporation
Marin Theatre Management, L.L.C., a California limited liability company
Century Theatres NG, L.L.C., a California limited liability company
CineArts, L.L.C., a California limited liability company
CineArts of Sacramento, L.L.C., a California limited liability company
Corte Madera Theatres, L.L.C., a California limited liability company
Novato Theatres, L.L.C., a California limited liability company
San Rafael Theatres, L.L.C., a California limited liability company
Northbay Theatres, L.L.C., a California limited liability company
Century Theatres Summit Sierra, L.L.C., a California limited liability company
Century Theatres Seattle, L.L.C., a California limited liability company
Cinemark AB, Inc., a Maryland Corporation
FM Delaware I, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company
FM Delaware II, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company 

ARGENTINA 
Cinemark Argentina, S.R.L., an Argentine limited liability company
Prodecine S.R.L., an Argentine limited liability company
Bulnes 2215, S.R.L., an Argentine limited liability company
Cinemark Argentina Holdings, Inc., a Cayman corporation
BOCA Holdings, Inc., a Cayman corporation
Hoyts Cinema de Argentina S.A., an Argentine corporation 

BRAZIL 
Cinemark Brasil S.A., a Brazilian corporation
Cinestar Cinemas Ltda., a Brazilian corporation
Flix Media Publicidade e Entreternimento Ltda., a Brazilian limited partnership

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NOTES TO PARENT COMPANY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

Cinespaco S.A., a Brazilian corporation

CANADA 
Century Theatres of Canada, ULC, a Canadian corporation 

CENTRAL AMERICA 
Cinemark Panama, S.A., a Panamanian joint stock company
Cinemark Equity Holdings Corporation, a British Virgin Islands corporation
Cinemark Costa Rica, S.R.L., a Costa Rican limited liability company
Cinemark El Salvador, Ltda de C.V., an El Salvadorian limited liability company
Cinemark Nicaragua y Cia, Ltda., a Nicaraguan limited liability company
Cinemark Honduras S. de R.L., a Honduran limited liability company 
Cinemark Guatemala Ltda., a Guatemalan limited company
Flix Media Holdings Corporation, a British Virgin Islands corporation
Flix Cinevision Honduras S.R.L, a Honduran limited liability company
Flix Cinevision Costa Rica S.R.L, a Costa Rican limited liability company
Flix Cinevision Nicaragua S.R.L, a Nicaraguan limited liability company
Flix Cinevision Guatemala S.R.L, a Guatemalan limited liability company
Flix Cinevision Panama S.R.L, a Panamanian limited liability company
Flix Cinevision El Salvador S.R.L, an El Salvadorian limited liability company
Cine Food Services S.A., a Panamanian join stock company

CHILE 
Cinemark Chile S.A., a Chilean corporation
Inversiones Cinemark, S.A., a Chilean corporation
Worldwide Invest, Inc., a British Virgin Islands corporation 
Flix Media S.A., a Chilean corporation

COLOMBIA 
Cinemark Colombia S.A.S., a Colombian corporation 
Flix Cinevision Colombia S.A.S., a Colombian corporation

ECUADOR 
Cinemark del Ecuador S.A., an Ecuadorian corporation 

MEXICO 
Cinemark Plex, S. de R.L. de C.V., a Mexican limited liability company

PERU 
Cinemark del Peru S.R.L., a Peruvian limited liability company 

BOLIVIA
Cinemark Bolivia, S.R.L., a Bolivian corporation

PARAGUAY
Cinemark Paraguay, S.R.L, a Paraguayan limited liability company

CURACAO
Cinemark Curacao, B.V., a Dutch Caribbean limited liability company

SPAIN 
Cinemark Holdings Spain, S.L., a Spanish limited liability company 

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CINEMARK HOLDINGS, INC.
NOTES TO PARENT COMPANY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

We  consent  to  the  incorporation  by  reference  in  Registration  Statement  Nos.  333-146349,  333-153273,  and  333-
218697 on Form S-8 of our reports dated February 28, 2019, relating to the financial statements and financial statement 
schedule of Cinemark Holdings, Inc., and the effectiveness of Cinemark Holdings, Inc.’s internal control over financial 
reporting, appearing in this Annual Report on Form 10-K of Cinemark Holdings, Inc. for the year ended December 
31, 2018.

EXHIBIT 23.1

/s/ Deloitte & Touche LLP

Dallas, Texas
February 28, 2019

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NOTES TO PARENT COMPANY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

CEO CERTIFICATION
PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE
SARBANES - OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 31.1

I,

1.

2.

3.

4.

Mark Zoradi, certify that:

I have reviewed this annual report on Form 10-K of Cinemark Holdings, Inc.;

Based on my knowledge, this annual report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or 
omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under 
which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this annual 
report;

Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this 
annual report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and 
cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this annual report;

The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure 
controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15 (e) and 15d-15 (e)) and internal 
control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15 (f)) for the 
registrant and have:

a)

b)

c)

d)

designed  such  disclosure  controls  and  procedures,  or  caused  such  disclosure  controls  and   
procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating 
to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within 
those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over 
financial  reporting  to  be  designed  under  our  supervision,  to  provide  reasonable  assurance 
regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for 
external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

evaluated  the  effectiveness  of  the  registrant’s  disclosure  controls  and  procedures  and 
presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and 
procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting 
that occurred during the registrant’s most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant’s fourth fiscal 
quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to 
materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and

5.

The  registrant’s  other  certifying  officer  and  I  have  disclosed,  based  on  our  most  recent  evaluation  of 
internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant’s auditors and the audit committee of registrant’s 
board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

a)

b)

all  significant  deficiencies  and  material  weaknesses  in  the  design  or  operation  of  internal 
control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant’s 
ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and 

any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have 
a significant role in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting.

Date: February 28, 2019

CINEMARK HOLDINGS, INC.

By:

/s/ Mark Zoradi
Mark Zoradi
Chief Executive Officer

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NOTES TO PARENT COMPANY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

CFO CERTIFICATION
PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE 
SARBANES - OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 31.2

I,

1.

2.

3.

4.

Sean Gamble, certify that:

I have reviewed this annual report on Form 10-K of Cinemark Holdings, Inc.;

Based on my knowledge, this annual report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or 
omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under 
which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this annual report;

Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this annual 
report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows 
of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this annual report;

The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure 
controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15 (e) and 15d-15 (e)) and internal control 
over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15 (f)) for the registrant 
and have:

a)

b)

c)

d)

designed  such  disclosure  controls  and  procedures,  or  caused  such  disclosure  controls  and   
procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating 
to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within 
those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over 
financial  reporting  to  be  designed  under  our  supervision,  to  provide  reasonable  assurance 
regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for 
external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

evaluated  the  effectiveness  of  the  registrant’s  disclosure  controls  and  procedures  and 
presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and 
procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting 
that occurred during the registrant’s most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant’s fourth fiscal 
quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to 
materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and

5.

The  registrant’s  other  certifying  officer  and  I  have  disclosed,  based  on  our  most  recent  evaluation  of 
internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant’s auditors and the audit committee of registrant’s 
board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

a)

c)

all  significant  deficiencies  and  material  weaknesses  in  the  design  or  operation  of  internal 
control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant’s 
ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and 

any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have 
a significant role in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting.

Date:February 28, 2019

CINEMARK HOLDINGS, INC.

By:

/s/ Sean Gamble
Sean Gamble
Chief Financial Officer

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NOTES TO PARENT COMPANY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

CEO CERTIFICATION
PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADDED BY
SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES - OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32.1

This certification is provided pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as added by Section 906 of the Sarbanes-
Oxley Act of 2002, and accompanies the annual report on Form 10-K (the “Form 10-K”) for the year ended December 
31, 2018 of Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (the “Issuer”).

I, Mark Zoradi, the Chief Executive Officer of Issuer certify that to the best of my knowledge: 

(i)

(ii)

the Form 10-K fully complies with the requirements of section 13(a) or section 15(d) of the Securities 
Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78m(a) or 78o(d)); and 

the information contained in the Form 10-K fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition 
and results of operations of the Issuer.

Dated: February 28, 2019

/s/Mark Zoradi
Mark Zoradi
Chief Executive Officer

Subscribed and sworn to before me this 28th day of February 2019.

/s/Julie Martinez
Name: Julie Martinez
Title: Notary Public

My commission expires: 09/25/2021

A signed original of this written statement required by Section 906 has been provided to the Company and will be 
retained by the Company and furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission or its staff upon request.

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CINEMARK HOLDINGS, INC.
NOTES TO PARENT COMPANY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In thousands, except share and per share data

CFO CERTIFICATION
PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADDED BY
SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES – OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32.2

This certification is provided pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as added by Section 906 of the Sarbanes-
Oxley Act of 2002, and accompanies the annual report on Form 10-K (the “Form 10-K”) for the year ended December 
31, 2018 of Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (the “Issuer”).

I, Sean Gamble, the Chief Financial Officer of Issuer certify that to the best of my knowledge: 

(i)

(ii)

the Form 10-K fully complies with the requirements of section 13(a) or section 15(d) of the Securities 
Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78m(a) or 78o(d)); and 

the information contained in the Form 10-K fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial 
condition and results of operations of the Issuer.

Dated: February 28, 2019

/s/Sean Gamble
Sean Gamble
Chief Financial Officer

Subscribed and sworn to before me this 28th day of February 2019.

/s/Julie Martinez
Name: Julie Martinez
Title: Notary Public

My commission expires: 09/25/2021

A signed original of this written statement required by Section 906 has been provided to the Company and will be 
retained by the Company and furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission or its staff upon request.

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