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In 2022, New York City began requiring up to four open caption showings per movie per week at most theaters, with the stipulation that half be during peak hours.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 10, 2024

“Initial consumer response has been very positive, and we anticipate strong demand with growing awareness of open caption showtimes at AMC.”

From Washington Post • Oct. 20, 2021

“We anticipate strong demand with growing awareness of open caption showtimes.”

From The Verge • Oct. 18, 2021

The filmmakers hope the open caption screenings for "CODA" will persuade other studios to follow their example, and will encourage deaf people to try movie theaters again.

From Reuters • Aug. 8, 2021

“People prefer open caption over the devices; it’s more organic,” Steven Snow, executive director for the Idaho Council for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, said.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 3, 2019