Movie poster dimensions
The standard movie poster (27×40) size is 685.8 × 1016 mm (27 × 40 inches), or 8100 × 12000 pixels at 300 DPI.
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Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (px) | 8100 × 12000 px |
| Aspect ratio | 27:40 |
| Size (inches) | 27 × 40 in |
| Size (cm) | 68.58 × 101.6 cm |
| Size (mm) | 685.8 × 1016 mm |
| Supported formats | PDF, PNG, JPG, TIFF |
| Color mode | CMYK |
| Bleed | 3 mm (0.118″) |
Print zones
| Zone | Dimensions | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Trim | 27 × 40″ | Final cut size |
| Bleed | 27.25 × 40.25″ | Design canvas (extends past trim) |
| Safe area | 26.5 × 39.5″ | Keep text and logos inside this zone |
Movie Poster (27×40) in pixels at different DPI
| Resolution | Width | Height | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72 DPI | 1944 px | 2880 px | Screen / web |
| 96 DPI | 2592 px | 3840 px | Windows default |
| 150 DPI | 4050 px | 6000 px | Draft print / large posters |
| 300 DPI | 8100 px | 12000 px | High-quality print |
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Create a movie poster (27×40) →Design tips
The standard movie poster — known as a 'one-sheet' — is 27×40 inches (686×1016mm). At 300 DPI, that's 8100×12000 pixels. Adobe identifies 27×40 as the industry-standard US movie poster size.
- •Design at 8100×12000px (300 DPI) for print-quality output. 150 DPI (4050×6000px) works for standard viewing.
- •27×40" is the standard one-sheet — frames and print services are built for this exact size.
- •Leave space at the bottom for the billing block, rating badge, and studio logos.
What you need to know
The 27×40 inch one-sheet is the standard modern US movie poster size. It is the dimension most people mean when they refer to a theatrical-style movie poster, and it is the safest starting point if you want compatibility with common poster frames and print services.
Movie posters can be produced on different materials depending on where they will be displayed, including standard poster paper, backlit film for light boxes, and higher-end paper stocks for collector prints. The physical size stays the same even when the substrate changes.
When designing at movie poster dimensions, leave enough room for the title, legal credits, rating marks, and studio logos so those elements remain readable without crowding the main artwork.
How to create a movie poster (27×40) at the right size
- 1Open Moda and create a new canvas at 8100×12000 pixels.
- 2Design your movie poster (27×40) using AI generation or start from a blank canvas.
- 3Export as PDF and upload to your platform.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a movie poster?
The standard movie poster (one-sheet) is 27×40 inches (686×1016mm). At 300 DPI: 8100×12000 pixels.
Why are movie posters 27×40?
Modern theatrical one-sheets are typically 27×40 inches. Older posters were often 27×41, but 27×40 is the standard size most print and framing workflows use today.
What is 27×40 in pixels?
At 300 DPI: 8100×12000 pixels. At 150 DPI: 4050×6000 pixels. At 72 DPI: 1944×2880 pixels.
What is the billing block on a movie poster?
The compressed text at the bottom listing credits (director, actors, producers). It uses a special condensed font and is a required element of official movie posters.
Specs last verified: March 19, 2026. Dimensions may change as platforms update their requirements.