AMC Empire Theatre | Times Square NYC (2024)

FAQs

How much does it cost to go to the movie theater NYC? ›

The average movie ticket cost $11.75 in 2022, according to EntTelligence, a research firm. In New York, prices reach $28, depending on the format. A small popcorn at AMC Lincoln Square costs $10 with tax.

AMC General Info

What does AMC stand for? AMC stands for American Multi-Cinema and is not in affiliation with the cable television station, AMC. Was this information helpful? Why do some AMC locations say "Loews"?

Every IMAX theatre is designed to exact standards for a clear vantage point at every seat. Remote monitoring, real-time system adjustments, and custom-designed engineering ensures a completely immersive IMAX moviegoing experience every time.

Laser at AMC showcases technology from Cinionic that makes the action and drama more immersive with consistent brilliant images, all the time. Read More.

Value Days apply to every show time on Tuesday — whether you're an early bird or a night owl, you'll be able to save! Value Days may not be available when holidays fall on a Tuesday, including the Independence Day.

Tuesday is the most frequently discounted day for major chains in the US… but check with your local theater as that is subject to vary based on the theater chain and location.

How the AMC Empire 25 in New York City's Times Square grabs audiences four times the national average without special tricks but with lots of choices.

Originally Answered: IS AMC same as Cinemark? No they are not. Cinemark Holdings, Inc.

1962 - AMC opens the world's first multiplex, the Parkway Twin in Kansas City. 1981 - AMC becomes the first theatre chain to add cupholder armrests. 1991 - AMC introduces Clip®, a "film strip" character to serve as an ambassador of the brand and its Silence is Golden® program.

Imax was a hugely expensive format — shot on gigantic and unwieldy cameras that required massive amounts of celluloid. Projectors could only handle so much Imax film running through them, so Imax movies tended to run under 40 minutes. And what about the viewer?

Does AMC have cameras in the theater room? ›

Most major movie theater chains like AMC, Regal Cinemas, Cinemark, etc., do have basic video surveillance systems installed - but their coverage may vary. For instance, lobby and hallway cameras may be more common than inside individual theaters. Smaller independent cinemas have more flexibility on cameras.

Black Tickets are valid for one admission to any movie. These tickets exclude opening night fan events, double features, marathon events, alternative content and special theatrical presentations.

The official policy (and this counts for soft drinks as well) is that large ICEE's and soft drinks can be refilled, but not medium or small ones. Whether or not the staff will see you take it is another story, but it's still best to abide by the policy; this is the best way to keep from getting in trouble.

Is PRIME better than IMAX? They're all great! Each format greatly enhances the movie-going experience. We encourage you to experience all three of our premium formats, PRIME, IMAX and Dolby.

Movie theaters receive approximately 40% of each ticket sold. They also make money from concessions, which help to pay for the overhead expenses.

A required New York film permit costs a non-refundable fee of $300. Parks permits and DCAS permits cost substantially more — a Central Park NYC film permit costs $3,200. However, optional permits are free, and many small productions don't require permits at all.

Typically, theaters and studios split the proceeds of ticket sales, but the theater sets the ticket price. Theaters actually make the majority of their money on concessions, which is why you find yourself paying steep prices for popcorn, soda and candy.