This venue is amazing never had to wait in line for a drink or bathroom. The atmosphere had a cool vibe and all the staff were amazing and helpful. I would see every concert there if I could! read more

My 2000th review!!!! I didn't have much expectations for this theater. The exterior looked very rundown and old. First time here, and to watch a stand up comedy act by Jason Leong. Get here early as it does take a while for staff to check ID, scan ticket, and attach a wristband for alcoholic bar service. I was surprised to see the interior was totally renovated and looked quite opulent with all the red velour furnishings. The bathrooms are also renovated and there are more stalls now. There are two bar counters on each side with dining tables and chairs. Go down a short flight of steps to the floor area. There is also an upper level. It is a small theater, quite cozy. You can still see the show clearly even from the back. The acoustics for the stand up comedy is good. I like this place! Perfect for an intimate performance here. read more

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Great theatre. The renovations have been well done! The screen is huge and the seats are comfortable. I was here for VIFF and saw a double feature on the last day. They also have a bar and snacks at concession. Would recommend for date night. read more

Hollywood Theatre - Screen - Cinema Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Love going to the Hollywood theater always a good time, the staff are hardworking people.

I see shows here regularly and the space is amazing with good site lines, vibe and sound. Unfortunately, the World Cup viewing parties gone from okay to terrible. From opening the doors late, poor handling of the queues and complete disorganization. The last game we arrived 30 mins before the game and ended up getting in 15 mins after the game started. That's 45 minutes of waiting around as the staff and security looked lost and confused, meanwhile all the line up was getting impatient. We definitely won't go to another World Cup here. Find a pub and pass on the chaos. read more

Hollywood Theatre - Waiting..... and missing the game. - Cinema Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Friend and I stopped in for happy hour (3-6). The happy hour menu is pretty good. $5 for a Hollywood highball not bad. This is a must stop for a drink. It takes you back in time. The remodel was done with taste. There are high top tables and theatre style seating. Felt safe and the staff were nice. read more

Hollywood Theatre - Cinema Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Really nice theatre with great acoustics for live music. The staff is... "gaffe prone" but once you're in it's just a great spot for a show.

Newsflash -- The Hollywood has been Saved!!! Was completely renovated as a heritage building, opened a few mos ago, now includes concerts & events as well as films, and bar service. Saw a line-up there the other day just like old times. Here she is: https://www.hollywoodtheatre.ca/ read more

I've been to this theater TWICE and both times I've been pleasantly surprised at the cleanliness and friendly atmosphere in this mom-and-pop style business. The women's bathroom (often a place to judge a business's attention to detail) was gorgeously framed by heavy movie styled red velvet curtains instead of a entrance door and was equally classy inside without going overboard. Medium Popcorn and Medium drink $8.50 after tax which was still swallow-able after paying only $7 to goto a movie in the first place. Check them out! Awesome! read more

Hollywood Theatre - Cinema Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

This is my favourite theatre for catching second run movies with their matinee specials being an absolute steal. The single screen theatre is extremely charming and reminds me of typical 50's era theatres. Seating is comfortable and the crowd is typically mature and well behaved here. Catching films you've missed is always awesome here. read more

Let's get something clear, right off the bat: This place was built in the 1930s. That said, yes, it's old, yes, there's only 2 bathroom stalls for the ladies, and, yes, you step back in time... But that's the point. In this theatre, Gone with the Wind and Casablanca ran first-run. The theatre, in fact, is still owned by the original family. It's the longest-running independent theatre in Vancouver. It's a goddamned landmark. It's clean, the popcorn is good, the butter is real, the prices are low. The staff are all family, and I like it. The movies are double bill, two for $8. The best thing Hollywood's done in years is to upgrade their website a little. You can see the movies airing for some time in advance. Films always change weekly. They arrive Friday, leave Thursday. Monday is cheap night. They seldom do midnight movies, usually do matinees. The early show is ALWAYS at 7:30, and it'll ALWAYS start five minutes late. Box office always opens at 6:30. I love this theatre. If it ever closes, I'll have a seriously broken heart. In the late '80s, early '90s, Vancouver was a film fan's heaven -- the Ridge, the Starlight, Plaza, Paradice, Caprice... and they're all gone, except for the Hollywood, with new additions from the Rio and the Van East. Check out the Hollywood. With the big ol' balcony, eclectic choice film, and more, it's a great deal and an underappreciated classic on the Van film scene. read more

The Monday night double-feature for $5 is the best deal in town. In operation for more than 70 years, the theater is stuffed with the classic family-run charm. Example: the owner's mother sells tickets from the street-side booth. Grab a spot in the balcony and hunker down for the five-hour marathon of a double-feature on the single screen. read more

Wow, who knew you could get such a bargain?? Double feature Monday: X-men Wolverine and Terminator Salvation -FIVE bux?! Funny how the theatre had lots of women for X-men, (yeah, Hugh Jackman is hot.) but when Terminator played the seats were filled with men. LoL! Excellent sound system, the chairs practically vibrated when the evil machines were on screen. The chairs aren't too bad either, watched two movies w/o my ^ss falling asleep. read more

I love the Hollywood. Even though movies are here just before they come out on DVD it's a great place to catch a weekend matinee on a rainy Sunday. We see a lot of kids movies here because it's cheaper but you still get the big screen experience. I will never forget seeing Braveheart for the first time at the Hollywood. It had already left the first run cinemas but was just catching on with the public. There was a huge line-up and EVERYONE applauded at the end. It's a place with soul and character. You don't get that very often anymore (especially in Kits). read more

This place is magical. It has so much atmosphere so sadly lacking when you go see a movie in a mall. Sounds and screen is excellent. The choice of movies is always interesting and well chosen. Ticket prices are great. They also do great popcorn and snacks. I also find the seats perfectly comfortable. On Broadway, the original sign is such a pleasure to see every time I go past it. This place should be a heritage building if it isn't already. Long live the wonderful Hollywood Theatre. read more

The Hollywood is closing! This makes me so sad, I may even make a Yelp event for it. This place is a small heritage piece of Vancouver that is sadly probably going to join the landscape of generic eateries and condo dwellings that are increasingly popular in the city. Run, don't walk, to a screening, because it is probably the last chance you'll have to see films for $8 for TWO movies in an ACTUAL THEATRE. read more

I love this place. It gives me flash backs to watching movies as a kid. This old-style movie house even has balconies upstairs. The concession stand sells unusual items like hot chocolate and nanaimo bars. The best part is the 2 for 1 films that are shown for half the price of the just one average film at the bigger theatres. You can check out the list of upcoming films and by the time they show up, you usually know whether or not they are worth your time and pocket change. read more

My husband and I got married here this summer! This is an AMAZING wedding Venue if your looking for something funky. The Hollywood theater has been owned and operated by the same family since it opened in 1935! If you're looking for a great place for date night, or just a good deal to catch a double feature then this is it! Hands down coolest theater in Vancouver! Totally nostalgic! read more

I don't think you get better value than their 2 shows for the price of 1 anywhere else in Vancouver. Aka if you come to the first show, you can stay for the 2nd for no extra charge. The theatre is also beautiful, the way they used to be with sloped seating but no stadium. The seats can certainly get uncomfortable by the end of the 2nd movie but that is what your jacket is for. Just remember to bring your cash so you don't have to run to the ATM down the street. This theatre does a great mix of art films and major motion pictures so you never can be sure what will show up! My boyfriend and I went to see their anniversary showing of Casablanca a few months ago which was fantastic. All around, a real gem of a theatre. read more

The Hollywood cinema is a popular place because of its retro and classic vibe and cheap tickets. They also plays some great indie flicks from time to time. For me however, I like a bit more comfort when I sit for hours on end watching a movie. Yes, The Hollywood is a classic theatre and for that I respect it, but the seats are awfully uncomfortable and the retro thing just doesn't do it enough for me. Bring on a new cinema complex and comfy seats any day. read more

The Hollywood! An awesome theatre. Here is looking at you kid! Bueller!!! All the great movies play here!!! It is one of the older theatres. It has been family owned for decades. The family opened it so the family can always have a job when times were tough. I hope I'm getting my facts right. You can get this info on the wall inside the theatre. A newspaper did a story on it years ago. The theatre has a balcony. So you can enjoy the movie from up top. The seats below are great too. The sound and picture quality is great. The popcorn and soft drinks are priced right. The price of admission is awesome. You get a double bill for only $8 for adults, $6 bucks for seniors, $6 for kids 13 and under. Matinees are a dollar less. How can you lose 2 movies for the price of 1. Another cool thing is when it is busy they will wait to start the movie. To make sure everyone has there popcorn. Plus you don't get all the commercials you see in mainstream theatres. What I like about the Hollywood is if you hold off a while for a movie, that you don't want to pay full price for, you wait to and watch it at the Hollywood. Another great feature this theatre has is the historic feel of 1960's retro feel. It is very groovy baby!!! It has the old washrooms. They bathrooms are very retro and clean. This theatre has been restored to it's natural self. And is well maintained. It has the old ticket booth in front. where you pay for the movie outside. The seats are very comfy. Parking is great. It is street parking. My girlfriend and I never have problems. You can park fo free on the side streets for free. Just look at the signs. You may walk half a block. But it is free. There is also meter parking. Or we have taken transit to make more out of our date. The bus drops you off right before the theatre. I hope really hope this theatre never shuts down. Governments better not let it happen. It is hip and retro. It will be a shame of Vancouver ever loses this icon of a theatre. We need to keep historic buildings like this around. I like to hold off to watch movies to support family run business like this. But really it is must check out theatre. There isn't much around like this one. I hope the greedy realitors leave this building alone and hope the owners never sell it. I heard it may close. It is a great place to go on a date. Or even go by yourself. It is must see for this historic theatre. You will not be disappointed here. Plus at times they will show old movies too. Go escape for a few hours of movie bliss. I'm going tonight! See you in the movies kid!!!! read more

RIP Hollywood Theatre. Just heard the sad news that this Vancouver landmark is on the market and almost certain to close. The experience of seeing movies at this wonderful theatre has been a special part of Vancouver for me. The Hollywood is friendly, casual, inexpensive, serves great popcorn and has an old-time movie-house atmosphere that puts the corporate multiplexes to shame. I've enjoyed wonderful movie-going experiences here - the Bourne movies, Into the Wild and The White Ribbon stand out. This is a living, breathing part of the neighbourhood. West Broadway won't be the same - hell, Vancouver won't be the same. It's just sad. read more

Everyday when I walk by the Hollywood - I see an empty spot in the heart of Kitsilano. Now developers are lucking around the corridor. I hope that the markets get a down turn so that the current developer is realizing that he can make money by running a good community theatre. Lets face it over the last year this (or the investors made no return and at the same time deprived our community from a local entertainment venue. Of course we cannot count on City Hall - as the only thing on their mind is development dollars. So here we have it a theatre more then 75 years old will be under the sledge hammer for glass condo's . As if we need more. To our residents - Lets not forget the Hollywood and when the development permits are being applied for SAY NO. A. Kuipers read more

This second-run theatre is a great little spot to catch a film after you have dinner in the neighbourhood. It's a single screen cinema, and so it feels much calmer than downtown multiplexes. Though this is a second-run theatre, it's not very far off from what is current, so you might only be a few months after everyone else in seeing the latest flicks. read more

I live in the neighbourhood and am very saddened to learn that the Hollywood will soon be gone. Have gone here so many times over the years, I can't remember how often. Love the retro ambiance and appreciate the family owned aspect of it. Truly one of the heritage landmarks of Vcr and a special gem in the heart of Kits. This theatre will be sorely missed :(( read more

Maybe not the fanciest theatre in town but what a bargain ! 7$ for a double feature ! (5 $ monday), you cannot beat this price. Large room (an old theatre full of charm!), seats ok, sound and screen fine. Definitely a good choice for low budget cine fan ! read more

excellent place! I love going to this cinema ;) is cheap, pretty and old fashion. cool place and very friendly staff. highly recommended :) I just hope their pop corn/soda price dropped is a bit pricey. read more