The line graph illustrates the percentage of people in the United Kingdom who visited the cinema at least once a year, broken down into four different age groups over a 19-year period from 1984 to 2003.
Overall, it is clear that cinema attendance increased across all age categories during the period. The youngest demographic (15-24 years) consistently remained the most frequent cinema-goers, while the oldest group (35 and over) consistently showed the lowest levels of attendance, despite a gradual rise.
Specifically, the 15-24 age group started at approximately 18% in 1984. Although their attendance fluctuated significantly, it saw a sharp upward trend, peaking at nearly 60% in 1999 before ending the period at around 55%. Similarly, the 7-14 age group showed substantial growth; starting at just under 10%, their attendance rose steadily to reach over 30% by 2003, mirroring the fluctuations seen in the older youth group.
In contrast, the 25-34 and 35+ categories began with much lower figures (roughly 5% and 2% respectively). While both groups experienced growth, the 25-34 year olds saw a more pronounced increase, reaching a high of 25% by the end of the period. The 35 and over group showed the most stable but modest growth, finishing at approximately 15% in 2003.