FAQs
Cinemark is proud to exhibit a variety of content, from the latest blockbusters to special live events, and has a strategically built portfolio of brands to reach movie lovers across the country, including Century Theatres, Rave Cinemas, Tinseltown USA and CinéArts.
How many Cinemark theaters are there in the world? ›
Based in Plano, Texas, Cinemark makes every day cinematic for moviegoers across more than 500 theaters, operating in 42 states in the U.S. (308 theaters; 4,303 screens) and 13 South and Central American countries (194 theaters; 1,405 screens).
Where is the oldest continuously operating movie theater in the US? ›
The State Theatre is a historic movie theater in Washington, Iowa. The venue is recognized by Guinness World Records as the oldest continually operating movie theater in the world. It opened in 1893 as the Graham Opera House and screened its first film on May 14, 1897, with a cinematograph made in Paris.
What is D-BOX in Cinemark? ›
Immersive cinematic motion seats
D-BOX removes the line between you and the screen, creating a hyper-realistic, immersive experience that pulls you into the story. Your seat moves with the movie, so you can feel power and awe every scene.
What did Cinemark used to be called? ›
The roots of the company date back to the 1960s when brothers J.C. and Lee Roy Mitchell created Mitchell Theatres, Inc. By 1972, the company was named Texas Cinema Corporation. Lee Roy Mitchell then formed a group of theaters under the Cinemark name beginning in 1977.
What does XD mean at Tinseltown? ›
An XD Movie theater is a movie theater that uses a technology called extreme digital (XD) to project movies. This technology is a type of digital projection that uses a special projector to deliver a sharper image with more vibrant colors. XD.
Who owns most movie theaters in America? ›
Celebrating the Top 50 Cinema Circuits in North America
| Rank | Company | Screens |
|---|
| 1 | AMC Entertainment | 7,768 |
| 2 | Regal | 6,853 |
| 3 | Cinemark USA | 4,440 |
| 4 | Cineplex Inc. | 1,652 |
46 more rowsWhich States have the highest number of businesses in the Movie Theaters industry in the United States? California (592 businesses), Texas (405 businesses) and New York (305 businesses) are the States with the most number of Movie Theaters businesses in the US.
What is the oldest movie ever? ›
Roundhay Garden Scene is a short silent motion picture filmed by French inventor Louis Le Prince at Oakwood Grange in Roundhay, Leeds, in Northern England on 14 October 1888. It is believed to be the oldest surviving film. The camera used was patented in the United Kingdom on 16 November 1888.
What city was home to the first movie theater in the US? ›
However, the first "storefront theater" in the US dedicated exclusively to showing motion pictures was Vitascope Hall, established on Canal Street, New Orleans, Louisiana July 26, 1896—it was converted from a vacant store.
Motion pictures were invented and first produced at Thomas Edison's laboratory and studio in West Orange. Fort Lee—just across from New York City— became a key site for early film production. During the 1910s, motion pictures infused every aspect of life in this suburban New Jersey community.
Is XD better than IMAX? ›
Final Verdict: Cinemark XD vs IMAX
After comparing Cinemark XD and IMAX, it's clear that both offer top-notch viewing experiences. Cinemark XD boasts impressive screen size and DTS:X audio technology. On the other hand, IMAX screens are taller with incredible sound systems.
Is there a weight limit for D-BOX seats? ›
D-BOX Motion System is not recommended for children under ten years of age without parental supervision. Minimum weight must be at least 45 lbs. Any weight lighter than that and the seat may not activate.
What is Tinseltown a nickname for? ›
Hollywood is nicknamed Tinseltown. This nickname comes from the shiny, bright and often unreal nature of Hollywood and the movie industry. Another nickname for Los Angeles is La-La Land, using the first letters of Los and Angeles.
Why is Hollywood also called Tinseltown? ›
By the 1930s, Hollywood studios became fully vertically integrated, as production, distribution and exhibition was controlled by these companies, enabling Hollywood to produce 600 films per year. Hollywood became known as Tinseltown and the "dream factory" because of the glittering image of the movie industry.
What is special about Cinemark? ›
Cinemark entertains movie lovers worldwide with immersive sight and sound technology that cannot be replicated at home. That's just the beginning. From expanded food and beverage offerings, in-theatre dining and cutting-edge technology to virtual reality gaming, we are a global company that is always innovating.
What is the legal name of Cinemark? ›
Company Information :: Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (CNK)
