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Odeon Cinemas is a prominent cinema chain with a long history, founded by Oscar Deutsch in 1928. The first Odeon cinema opened in Perry Barr, Birmingham, in 1930, and its flagship location, the Odeon Leicester Square in London, debuted in 1937. Initially known for its grand architecture and association with cinematic glamour, Odeon became synonymous with the Rank Organisation for many years.
In the early 2000s, the company underwent significant changes, including acquisition by Terra Firma and a merger with UCI Cinemas, leading to many UCI locations rebranding as Odeon in 2006. In November 2016, AMC Theatres acquired Odeon Cinemas, integrating it into its global operations. Currently, Odeon is the largest cinema chain in the UK and Ireland, operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Norway, and Greece.
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- Founded
- 1928
- Founder
- Oscar Deutsch
- Headquarters
- London, United Kingdom
- Industry
- cinema chain
- Parent Company
- AMC Theatres
- Employees
- 7953
- Founded Date
- 1928
- First Cinema Opening
- 1930 (Perry Barr, Birmingham)
- Flagship Cinema
- Odeon Leicester Square (London)
- Merger
- UCI Cinemas (2006)
- Acquisition
- AMC Theatres (2016)
- Current Markets
- United Kingdom, Ireland, Norway, Greece
- Market Position
- Largest cinema chain in UK and Ireland
- Employees (March 2026)
- 7,953
Official Website
www.odeon.co.uk/
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