movie theater

[moo-vee thee-uh-ter] / ˈmu vi ˌθi ə tər /

NOUN

place where movies are shown

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cinema movie house multiplex

WEAK

circuit theater dream palace drive-in movie drive-in theater film theater fleapit grind house motion-picture theater movie palace picture house picture palace picture show picture theater revival house

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The new company "will have every incentive to get more films into wider distribution on more movie theater screens -- it is how it will compete for audiences across the entertainment ecosystem."

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

Multiple buildings stand on the property, including three separate guesthouses, a 5,500-square-foot movie theater with a stage, several barns, animal shelter facilities, corrals, and a maintenance shop.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

In June, He-Man is poised for his movie theater return with Amazon MGM and Mattel Film’s new live-action “Masters of the Universe” revival.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

He marveled at their bowling alley and Dolby Atmos-equipped movie theater.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

"She'll meet us at the movie theater, then stay for the sleepover."

From "Pony Problems: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #3" by Carolyn Keene

movie theater

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