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NBA YoungBoy Documentary Expands to 1,000 Theaters After Fan-Fueled Demand

Viral, concert-style screenings pushed chains to add showtimes through the weekend.

Overview

  • American YoungBoy, which opened Wednesday, April 22 in select theaters, expanded Friday into roughly 1,000 U.S. locations after sellouts.
  • Major chains including AMC, Regal, Cinemark, and B&B added extra showtimes through Sunday, though availability still varies by market.
  • Clips on social media show fans dancing, singing along, and crowding near the screen, turning showings into concert-like events.
  • The 75-minute film, directed by Nico Ballesteros, follows the 42-date 2025 MASA Tour with concert footage, backstage access, rehearsals, and personal moments.
  • The tour reportedly grossed about $70 million from more than 500,000 tickets, which helps explain the move into theaters and the strong turnout.