Cineplex Cinema in Langley

The Lower Mainland is home to dozens of movie venues. In Vancouver there are Cineplex and Landmark theatres, an IMAX Theatre and independent cinemas.

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Movie Theatres in the Lower Mainland

There are dozens of places to see films in the Vancouver area including the Vancity Theatre which is home to the Vancouver International Film Festival. There are also various chain and independent theatres, as well as numerous places to see Free Outdoor Movies in the summer.

What Theatres Are Open?

Since mid-June of 2021, many Lower Mainland cinemas are open. FlyOver Canada at Canada Place is also open.

For the most up-to-date details about the status of major Lower Mainland cinemas, click Cineplex, Landmark Theatres and Hollywood 3 Cinemas.

Recommended Movies and What’s in Town?

Movies are always coming and going. Some are in town for a long time, and others are gone before you know it!

Below were some of the recommended movies in Lower Mainland Theatres as of June 21st, 2022. All of the movies we list have generally pretty good reviews.

Everything Everywhere All at Once – a sci-fi adventure movie about a struggling small business owner who is given powers to access the multiverse in order to save the world. (R)
The Bob’s Burgers Movie – a musical comedy film set in the world of the TV show of the same name, Bob’s family business is in threat when a sinkhole opens in the sidewalk in front of their restaurant. (PG-13)
The Lost City – an action-comedy film about a male model who sets off to rescue a kidnapped adventure novel author, whose most recent book is set in an ancient city that turns out to be real. (PG-13)
The Northman – a historical action-adventure film based on the Scandinavian legend of Amleth, a Viking prince who must avenge the death of his father who was brutally murdered by his uncle. (R)
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent – an action-comedy film starring Nicolas Cage who plays a fictionalized version of himself who channels his most famous on-screen characters in order to complete a dangerous CIA operation. (R)
Top Gun: Maverick – a sequel to the 1986 film, it tells the story of the now older Captain Pete Mitchell who is tasked with training a new group of young cadets. (PG-13).

To check out movie reviews and see how different films are doing at the box office, see Rotten Tomatoes.

Movies at IMAX

The OMNIMAX Theatre at Science World offers some great educational films. While the theatre was still closed as of mid-June, 2021, here are the movies they showed in the fall of 2020, to give an idea of what they might have when it reopens:

Superpower Dogs
Apollo 11: First Steps Edition
Great Bear Rainforest

Lower Mainland Theatre Locations

There are movie theatres in or near virtually every major community in the Lower Mainland including (but not limited to) the following locations:

(Note: Theatre details are subject to change.)

Vancouver Movie Theatres

Cineplex Odeon International Village Cinemas – at 88 West Pender in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Parking in the mall is free while watching a movie
Cineplex Cinemas Marine Gateway and VIP – at 452 South West Marine Drive.
- This theatre has 11 screens including 3 VIP ones featuring reserved and extra-comfy seating for adults as well as delivery of food and beverages to your seat.
The Cinematheque – at 1131 Howe Street.
Dunbar Theatre – at 4555 Dunbar Street.
Fifth Avenue Cinemas (Cineplex) – at 2110 Burrard Street.
- This theatre is for ages 19+ which means valid photo ID is required.
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional “flying experience” theatre at Canada Place where you get to soar over the country from coast to coast.
OMNIMAX Theatre – the giant IMAX Theatre at Science World.
- Films here are on a giant screen and typically last for about 45 minutes. Admission excluding access to Science World exhibits costs about $12 per person.
The Park Theatre (Cineplex) – at 3440 Cambie Street.
Rio Theatre – at 1660 East Broadway (by Commercial Drive).
Scotiabank Theatre (Cineplex) – at 900 Burrard Street in downtown Vancouver.
Vancity Theatre – at 1181 Seymour Street and home to the Vancouver International Film Festival with films playing all year.

Vancity Theatre on Seymour Street — Vancity Theatre

Burnaby Movie Theatres

Cineplex Cinemas Metropolis – at 4700 Kingsway in Burnaby at the Metropolis Metrotown mall.

Richmond Movie Theatres

SilverCity Riverport Cinemas – at 14211 Entertainment Way in Richmond.

Surrey Movie Theatres

Cineplex Cinemas Strawberry Hill – at 12161-72nd Avenue in Surrey.
- This massive 12-screen theatre features reserved luxury seats that recline (which is awesome)!
Landmark Guildford – at 15051 101st Avenue in Surrey.
Hollywood 3 Surrey – at 7125-138 Street in Surrey.
- Note: General admission here is only about $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and children, and $4 at Matinees and on Tuesdays.

North Shore Movie Theatre

Cineplex Cinemas Park Royal – a brand new movie theatre at Park Royal Mall in West Vancouver.

Fraser Valley Movie Theatres

Cineplex Cinemas Abbotsford – at 3122 Mt. Lehman Road.
- This 11-screen theatre features 3 screens with extra-comfy seats that recline and are reserved for adults only.
Galaxy Cinemas Chilliwack – an 8-screen theatre at 8249 Eagle Landing Parkway.
Cineplex Cinemas Langley – a massive 19-screen theatre (including one IMAX theatre) at #20090 91A Avenue in Langley.
SilverCity Mission Cinemas – a large 12-screen theatre at the Junction Plaza at 32555 London Avenue in Mission.
Twilight Drive-In – at 3350 260 Street (at the Fraser Highway) in Langley. This is Metro Vancouver’s only drive-in theatre.

Langley Cineplex Movie Cinema — Cineplex Cinemas Langley

Movie Theatres in Other Communities

Cineplex Cinemas Coquitlam – a massive 20-screen theatre at 170 #20090 91A Avenue.
- The theatre includes VIP screens with extra-comfy seats for adults.
Cineplex Odeon Meadowtown Cinemas – a 10-screen theatre at #410 19800 Lougheed Highway in Pitt Meadows.
Hollywood 3 Cinemas – at 19190 Lougheed Highway in Pitt Meadows.
- Note: General admission here is only about $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and children, and $4 at Matinees and on Tuesdays.
Caprice White Rock – at 2381 King George Boulevard in Surrey.
Rialto White Rock – at 732 152 Street White Rock.
Landmark Cinemas New Westminster – at 390-800 Carnarvon Street by the New Westminster SkyTrain Station.

Summer Outdoor Movies

In July and August numerous outdoor movies take place at Metro Vancouver parks, community centres and municipal plazas.

Free summer films take place at Canada Place, Stanley Park and various other venues. Click Summer Movies for details.

Outdoor movies also take place at the Twilight Drive-In Theatre in Langley during most months of the year. They aren’t free though, and most people watch from their cars.

Movie at Twilight Drive-In — Langley’s Twilight Drive-In

Movie Tips

Below are some suggestions to help you make the most out of your cinema movie-watching experience.

TIP #1: If you can avoid it, never sit in the very front row (or even the first couple of rows at most theatres) unless you don’t mind getting a strained neck and eyeballs. Even at cinemas with fancy seats that recline, the very front seats aren’t so nice to watch from.

TIP #2: The best place to sit when watching a 3D movie is in the centre of the theatre in the back half of the movie theatre.

TIP #3: Movies are nice to watch on the big screen, and usually the bigger the screen the better. Many venues though have multiple theatre rooms with some being smaller than others. At cinemas where you can reserve your seat in advance, you can get a rough idea of the screen size by the number of seats available in the room. The more seats you see in the theatre layout, the bigger the screen will likely be.

TIP #4: Try not to have high expectations, especially with films that you have heard good things about. If you go with low expectations, you’ll more often than not be pleasantly surprised. If you go expecting a film to be 4 stars and excellent, and it turns out to only be “good”, you might feel slightly disappointed.

Dollar-Saving Advice

Below are some suggestions on how to save money when watching movies on the big screen.

TIP #5: Go on a Tuesday if you can because on cheap Tuesdays you can save as much as 40% off regular ticket prices.

TIP #6: Most years, starting in mid to late November until towards the end of December, Cineplex offers bonuses to people buying gift cards. In a typical year if you purchase a $50 gift card you get coupons for a couple of free movies and free popcorn, which is a great deal worth stocking up on. Note though that the coupons for free stuff usually have to be used between January and February of the following year, but the gift cards are good indefinitely.

TIP #7: Some movie theatres, like Hollywood Cinemas in Surrey and Pitt Meadows, cost half the price or less than some of the big chain movie theatres. They aren’t as fancy as some places, but the price is right!