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Ann Arbor 20 IMAX

2.6 (34 reviews)

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Aileen B.

I know movies have gone up in price, and we don't pay NY prices here, but still, $29 for two tickets and a popcorn is a prime example of why Netflix is so appealing and popular. This was often our second go to theater because it was one of the last ones without the oversized recliners. They also have never been super-crowded (smaller seats=more seating). The last time we were here they were transitioning to be seats. The transition is complete. We just don't like the giant reclining seats. Also, if we have to attend a movie at a theater with these seats because of movie times, we prefer one where the leg and seat back controls are separate because I don't like to have my legs raised very high. Unfortunately, in this theater, I can't even recline my seat back at all until I've fully raised the leg bar. This position sometimes puts me to sleep, but it's uncomfortable having my legs raised a bunch with the seat back completely upright, so I'm forced to leave the whole thing in the regular position, or come close to fully reclining it. Enough complaints about the seats. I'm sure you get the point. I would give a 3 1/2 rating, but it's not an option, and I can't give a 4. Service here is hit or miss. The ticket counter was run well on this visit, however, our popcorn was full of itty bitty pieces you can't pick up in the bottom of the of the tub, and it took the one cashier ringing concessions a long time to ring 3 guests. Then, when we got into the theater, did I mention the seats . . . In addition, this place seems to attract a younger crowd that is louder during the show and some are rude enough to play on their phones, making everyone near them have to deal with the glow cast from their screens. This time we even had a kid two rows back throwing popcorn into our row. Like I suggested, Netflix is popular for a reason.

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Rodrigo T.

We wanted to go see The Black Panther. Since we were going to meet up with friends at a nearby Korean BBQ joint. We decided to watch it here so were at striking distance whenever the team is near assembly. Use to be some other theatre before, I forgot which one it was, but now it's been bought up by Cinemark and been fluffed and buffed. Same as all the Cinemarks, everywhere, they have the recliner seats everybody loves so much. The theatre is pretty clean, it was definitely pretty busy when we went. Tons of people buzzing around watching movies and such. It's clean, it's well lit and the employees are really nice. Not a bad experience during our cinematic adventure. Would definitely come back and watch a movie here again. Thank you so much for reading my review. I hope this helps with your decision making experience. Enjoy your awesome yelptastic day!

Emily H.

This theater has gotten MUCH better since they installed the reclining seats! It had all the other advantages before, like multiple concession stands, 20 screens, huge parking lot, etc. I just preferred other theaters with the more comfortable reclining seats. But, now that AA 20 is caught up with other theaters in the area, it has gotten much better! I went twice during the week of Christmas and it was packed but the staff did a great job of making sure the theaters were cleaned in between shows. Also, if you buy your tickets ahead of time on Fandango, you can read the confirmation number to the ticket attendant by the theater doors. They will print the tickets for you as they usher you inside and it saves you from waiting in a super long ticket line!

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Jelly M.

The macadamia cookies from the Gelato Cafe inside Cinemark are the best!!! This is our go to place... it is big and i like how they have a dining / waiting / computer games area inside the theater...

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“The seats were very comfortable, the sound was great, and the facility was overall clean.”

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My husband and I couldn't remember the last time we had been to this Cinemark (all signs point to…read morepre pandemic?) and I was honestly a little apprehensive about how it would be since a lot of theatres have been falling by the wayside but to my pleasant surprise it's actually still in pretty good shape! Typically we go to another theatre that's a bit closer with some better amenities (a fairly robust food, menu, a full bar, etc) but we came here because it was the only theatre in the area showing a movie we wanted to see. Gone are the days of the giant movie releases where multiple concession counters are open, so parts of the building do feel like of deserted, but it was still pretty busy for a Monday night and there was a bit of a line, though it did move pretty quickly. A lot of it is grab and go (including most hot food), so it's convenient and quick, though the quality does suffer a bit not being made to order (compared to their local chain competitor who delivers your food to your seat). I got the chicken fingers and we split some fries and they were ok. Not great but not terrible. It got the job done. We also split some popcorn which was freshly popped. I'd probably just stick to that and a soda next time. The theatres are clean and the seats themselves are recliners and pretty comfy and in good condition. Projection was good, as was the sound. Commercials/trailers were almost a half hour long which felt a bit like overkill, tho. Over all, it was fine. Not impressive enough to get us to change our regular theatre but serviceable for a visit now and again.

Just past the southeastern edge of Ann Arbor, over the Ypsi line, lives this monolithic box built…read moreon a scale of a bygone era. It's not quite a dying mall, but much of the vast expanse of parking lot is crumbling and in shambles. Fortunately, the front parking lot is fine, and as far as I can tell the building never comes close to reaching its maximum capacity. Did it ever? Are there even that many people in Washtenaw county? The inside matches apace with concession stands aplenty. However most sit empty and vacant. The one up front is active and pops the very familiar movie theater style, overly salty corn, smothered in butter flavored grease, for a small fortune. I'm really spoiled when it comes to popcorn. If you can find the White Cat kernels from Indiana, and pop them at home, you'll be spoiled too. But I digress. I did kinda like the efficiency of the concession operation, with the attendants behind the counter getting you your food and drink, and then walking up to the register to pay. That said, the person at the register looked a little dead in the eyes. Can't blame 'em. It seems like a brutally monotonous gig. The theaters themselves are fine. Some are smaller. Some are bigger. Can't say I love the bzzzzzz bzzzzzz of the reclining seats. Can't say I love the IMAX experience either. It's been a long long time since I've seen an IMAX, but I remember the screens being bigger. If I'm not mistaken at one point the minimum size of an IMAX was three stories tall. Perhaps they have made adjustments to the standards in the past 20 years to smooth the path to more screens across the US. Ultimately, I'm glad we have a multiplex in the area. Not everything shows at the smaller theaters in town. That doesn't mean that I don't feel guilty about seeing pictures at the big chain. Perhaps it helps that the experience of Cinemark and their convenience fee for buying tickets online, and all of their pricing shenanigans that try and get you into the Movie Club, fills me with a bit of rage. The bottom line is that Cinemark is fine. Theoretically it could earn bonus points for some of the interesting international films they show, and a few fringe offerings to boot, but the negatives cancel those out. Better concessions and fewer pricing shenanigans would elevate the experience and actually make me want to go there, as opposed to just ending up there when it's the only spot showing a movie I want to see.

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The have done this place up. Gone are the days of the old Showcase Cinemas that this building…read moreaccommodated. The new owners and or management is finally doing something right here. Catering to not just the English speaking audience, but with movies from far away lands such as India in different languages, this place really is a cinema for everyone. Dolby, THX sounds, 3D movies, IMAX movies, a visual paradise. Well, yeah, you got to pay top dollar specially during the evenings and weekends. And the seats...They have renovated and redesigned that experience as well. Plush leather seating sofa like chairs, with electronic touch push button controls nestled at your right side of the seat controls the reclining functions as well as the prop-up for your feet, so you can really immerse yourself in that 1 to 3 hour movie that you and your loved ones went to see. Yes, finally a movie theater I shall recommend all my friends and family to. YOU WILL LOVE THE EXPERIENCE!!! Heck...I do. Going there again, tonight. See you there!! Ohh no Pepsi products anymore, now they endorse Coca Cola brands.. Well one minus to a lot of pluses. I can live with that.

Definitely recommend Emagine cinemas over this place. For…read moreone it's more expensive, two, it's hot and uncomfortable, and three, the seats are nowhere as comfy as the Emagine ones Lots of crime in the area, no free drink refills, (Emagine has unlimited) They do not bring food to your seat, and lastly, my son went inside with us to just use the restroom after dropping us off for a movie and they refused to let him without buying a ticket. Ridiculous.

The State Theatre - Sitting area in the upstairs lobby. The theatre serves alcohol so this is a place to chill before or after a show.

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I love the State Theatre. The art deco style is beautiful and gives the place a personality you…read morereally don't see much anymore. The marquee on State Street is one of those sights that makes Ann Arbor. I appreciate the mix of old movies they show. It makes the theater feel alive instead of just another multiplex playing the same few blockbusters. The different theater sizes are nice too and the whole place feels very convenient, comfortable, and community-oriented.

OK, time to show some serious appreciation to our local indie movie theatres! In a time when so…read moremany are closing we're profoundly lucky to have them here in Ann Arbor (alongside the Michigan Theatre) and I admittedly have taken having them here for granted. No more! We've committed to going to see more flicks here. Just tonight we went to see The Phoenician Scheme and had the best time. Pros: * Convenience! It's right downtown and close to so many places where you can grab a quick bite before a movie (we opted for NYPD for pizza tonight). * Really good popcorn! And much less expensive compared to big multiplexes. Today we got a large popcorn and pop combo for a cool $11! It's a bit smaller in size than the bigger guys but the quality is great (very satisfying) and they use real butter, y'all! * Tickets are also not terribly expensive comparatively and, though they only offer a few films at a time, you can see things here they don't screen anywhere else in the area. Especially now that so many theatres have closed (RIP Main Art). State Theatre is a destination! Sure, they don't have the big recliner chairs, and I do admit I miss those, but there's something really special about that old school movie experience. Every time I come here I feel like a teenager again coming here to see Run Lola Run with my friends. It's a special place and I hope it continues on for more years to come. I'll do my part to make it so!

Ann Arbor 20 IMAX - movietheaters - Updated October 2026

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