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ArcLight Cinemas
Movie Theater
Central Hollywood, Los Angeles
The experts at The Wall Street Journal and LA Weekly recommend this place
"free stuff pretty quickly....mmm caramel corn"(12 Tips)
"The Cinerama Dome makes for an amazing movie watching experience."(4 Tips)
"You MUST get the caramel popcorn."(7 Tips)
"Great theater, comfortable seating and friendly service."(10 Tips)
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Jonathan CapecchiJune 29, 2015Love it! Almost a gold member with the points program. My goto movie theatre. Maybe more expensive but have regular Q&A's with actors, directors and writers.
This place is 2 min walkin from where I live, but it also has a lot of screening theaters, so it never gets crowded n' many time options for one show.Plus original movie costumes display every week!
#The Cinerama Dome! Sit in right the middle, up top- front row! Use the rail as a foot stool! Best seat in the house! Doors open 15 min before showing! Grab some 3D Glasses, refreshmets & enjoy! 🎬
D SJune 15, 2016Watching in the dome is cute. Homemade caramel corn! Don't eat at Blue C Sushi. Stella Barra is great for food before /after. Plus they have really good rice crispy treats to sneak in the theater :)
Get the ArcLight app (yes there's an app) and buy your tix through there. Pick your seats. And pick up you tix at the kiosk. Nothing easier
Trevor KentAugust 16, 2015Probably one of the best place to see big blockbuster films in LA. Its on the pricier end of the spectrum but it's a clean place with comfy seats.
Memphis JasperAugust 6, 2014Just saw Gaurdians of the Galaxy on the big Dome screen and let me say it was one of the most awesome movie experiences! The theater is very nice and reasonably priced for the quality! Must go!
Best place around to watch a movie. Food, drinks, gift shop, assigned seating... everything you need for a stellar movie viewing experience. Becoming a member also gets you extra perks.
Adrian PhillipsJuly 9, 2015Love being able to pick your seats when you book. Always enjoy going to the showings that allow you to take drinks into the theatre. Magic Mike XXL was a blast buzzed.
Tracy Crockett DaltonAugust 10, 2014The caramel corn is a must! So so good! Decadent and yummy! I love this theater, it's always clean, no commercials (!!!), and I get the best seats in the house, MINE!!! XD
Eric CocoApril 20, 2013There is not another place like Arclight! My favorite movie experience in the world. Best time to make the most of out it is friday morning or thursday night as it is also less crowded generally.
Excellent pictures, celebrity sightings, amazing popcorn, restaurants walking distance around the corner and on site, assigned seating and superior service!
Protip: before/after a movie, head to the bar upstairs (instead of downstairs). Shorter line and access to the outdoor patio with open seating.
Paulette OsborneJanuary 9, 2013I love the Arclight. Assigned seating. a bar & restaurant. Almost free parking. What's not to like. And a gift shop. Also great bathrooms and lots of them. Also interesting concession items.
Mohammed Abu HajarFebruary 3, 2017Thursday Afternoon time is the best time to watch a movie here, its like your own private cinema, you will be alone
Gabriel KimJanuary 14, 2017ArcLight charges more but they offer amenities other theatres don't have. It's pretty clean and you can eat at the nearby restaurants before or after your movie. The mall it's in is really nice.
Though tickets are expensive, it really is an incredibly comfortable and high quality movie going experience here. Reserve your seats in advance and don't forge to validate your parking ticket.
Babette CantonMay 25, 2013The caramel popcorn is okay,but needs more butter & baking soda. Theater isn't as awesome as the Ipic, Cinepolis or AMC Marina, but it will do for an indie flick. Bring lots of money! You'll need it.
Hillary NoelleApril 13, 2015As always, pricey tickets. But the films and film quality are great. Almost always have a good time here.
Have an iPhone? Get the app to buy your tickets! It's $1 cheaper with the free membership, you get to pick your seats, AND they just scan your phone at the ticket taker! Super cool and convenient.
Mike OlsenNovember 27, 2012"The Dome" is an interesting concept, extremely heavy 3D glasses and the screen is sooooo small for the size of the theater. However the audio was top notch and made up for all the pitfalls.
ErikJanuary 3, 2015The dome is assigned seating so definitely buy your tickets early. Also, it isn't stadium seating so if your short be prepared to sit up straight.
The fish and chips had been my go-to at the cafe, but the waiter we had informed us that the menu is about to majorly change. Looking forward to it!
Maurice SamuelsMay 21, 2013This is the only theater. That you can sit in the front row and have the best seat in the house!
Reserved seats and movie props in the lobby are great. Only trailers (no commercials) before the movie.- Trevor KentJune 15, 2016One of the best places to see movie in all of L.A. Only 3 trailers, good seating and central location.
The Wall Street JournalAugust 3, 2014Parking isn't a problem. At this Hollywood-goes-to-the-movies icon, with big screens, you go right in and out! Read more
We are ALWAYS IN SEARCH of a few good people to help us host events! We are specifically targeting the areas of Hollywood, West LA, Pasadena, South Bay, SF Valley, Long Beach and other areas. Read more
If you order a hot dog and don't want it drowned in a condiment...make sure to tell them you would like "light mustard" for example...same goes for butter on popcorn.
Elisabeth LongshoreAugust 25, 2015A bit chilly, but a fantastic place. Wonderful that you have an assigned seat, so you can come at the last minute.
Watch out for the paparazzi, if you have time get a beer upstairs, & never park in the lower lot in the garage. Enjoy the show!
Juston PayneJanuary 8, 2012Great screens with reserved seats. They validate parking for the lot next door, too. In other words, this is a totally hassle-free movie going experience.
Michele NeylonJanuary 4, 2017Comfortable though ticket prices are quite high even for matinees. The costume exhibits are worth seeing.
Weekend midday movies during the heat are the best time to go- everyone else is at the beach!
InterContinental Hotels & ResortsDecember 10, 2012When in Los Angeles, filming is never too far. ArcLight Cinemas on Sunset Boulevard are all about going to the movies as it was meant to be, to catch classics or the newest releases. Read more
You can ask for an Arnold Palmer at concession if you please! Not listed on the menu but they're happy to "make"
Allen WilcoxApril 2, 2013Very strict about start times - will not let u in theatre once film has started. If u need to change tickets and the main box office lines are too long, the cafe barista can help you w tickets!!!
Food NetworkAugust 17, 2011Candace Nelson, of Food Network's The Best Thing I Ever Ate, snacks caramel corn when she catches a flick at the Arclight Cinemas in Los Angeles, CA. Find more tips at Food Network Local. Read more
David BenjaminOctober 14, 2012If you are a member and forget to buy online to get the $1 off, use their iPhone app to buy the tickets and then just pick them up at a kiosk.
Great theater! It has assigned seats and the shows start on time so don't be late or you'll have to find your seat in the dark, and piss off everyone in the process!
D&EJune 14, 2011Keep an eye out for D&E film premieres of the latest concert films and rock documentaries to hit the silver screen only at Arclight! Tip: Grab a cocktail at the upstairs bar before or after the show!
The cathedral, the holy place. This is the definitive cinema-going experience, with the Dome being the pinnacle on top of a very enjoyable cake.
Is it really worth the price of admission? For some things I say yes, but overall, no. Pick and choose wisely and your dollar will stretch farther.
A little pricier than most theaters, but one of the best movie experiences around
Lu LAugust 25, 2015Great staff , good bar while your waiting downstairs... amazing location for walking around.
Matt ConradMay 23, 2010Best theater in town for big movies and sometimes has some nice smaller movies (Laemmle's better). Dome is fantastic but somewhat more expensive compared to other theaters. Great guests too.
On weekends, check out The Balcony, top floor, a bar overlooking the restaurant and lobby. Has electrical outlets for power junkies! And a nice outdoor space as well.
Seeing a movie here is makes other theaters seem like flying coach. These are first class theaters. Even a bad movie is a good experience at ArcLight. Prob best theaters in the world.
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ArcLight Cinemas
6360 W Sunset Blvd (btwn Ivar & Vine)
Los Angeles, CA 90028
United States
Los Angeles, CA 90028
United States
The premier movie-going experience in Los Angeles. Buy online as a member, get $1.00 off each ticket at www.arclightcinemas.com or download our iPhone App. http://bit.ly/ALiPhoneApp
Membership is always free and you can earn points towards concessions, retail items and movie tickets.
Closed until 11:30 AM (Show more)
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- 11:30 AM–Midnight
(323) 464-4226
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- 8.6
"Get the Chicken Apple sausage with the Watermelon BBQ sauce. You won't regret it."
Judy - 7.5
"The best cinema experience in LA, Arclight has great concessions, tasty food and drinks (adult and otherwise), and there's not a bad seat in any theater, front or back."
Omar Bobb-Semple 
"Get your parking validated at Amoeba or Arclight for free parking in a safe, clean, spacious lot."
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