Who We Are
The National Association of Theatre Owners is the largest exhibition trade organization in the world, representing over 35,000 movie screens in all 50 states, and additional cinemas in 101 countries worldwide.
What We Do
Headquartered in Washington, D.C., with a second office in Los Angeles, California, NATO represents its members in the heart of the nation’s capital as well as the center of the entertainment industry. From these vantage points, NATO helps exhibition influence federal policy-making and work with movie distributors on all areas of mutual concern, from new technologies to legislation, marketing, and First Amendment issues.
Advocacy & Issues
Theatrical Content Advocacy
Advocate for theatrical movie releases and other content to drive box office revenue
Government Relations Advocacy
Advocate for pro-theater government legislation and regulation to improve the theater business
Moviegoing Promotion
Promote moviegoing to consumers to drive theatre attendance
Community Building
Facilitate community building to strengthen the industry