Jeddah has a brilliant array of cinemas to choose from, offering all the latest Hollywood, Bollywood and Arab releases in several languages. From ultra-luxurious suites for glamorous date nights to kiddie screening rooms complete with slides, sweets and play areas, there’s a movie theatre to suit every kind of outing.
Most of Jeddah’s cinemas are housed inside the city’s biggest malls, so there’s always the option to turn a trip to the cinema into a full day out, and make the most of the nearby restaurants, shops and entertainment centres without even having to leave the building. So grab your popcorn, settle in and enjoy – here's our guide to the best cinemas in Jeddah.
1. VOX Cinemas
VOX is one of the KSA’s most popular cinema chains, offering movie outings that come with a lot of extras – think luxury menus, amped-up viewing technology, lounges and private screening halls.
Jeddah currently has three VOX venues – Jeddah Park, Red Sea Mall and Town Square – with more slated to open soon. Between them, these cinemas offer several upgraded viewings including ICE (immersive cinema experience) screenings, private cinemas for couples or groups, and Gold tickets.
Gold tickets include choices from an à la carte menu, which includes sushi, burgers, salads, nachos and more, all of which are served right to your seat. You also get access to an exclusive lounge that you can hang out in before and after the showing. If you’re treating the family to a day out, opt for the family-friendly Red Sea Mall branch which has a special kids screening room decked out with colourful seats. There’s also heaps to do with children in the mall afterwards, including Sparky’s – a massive amusement park with rides, soft play and video games. A standard ticket costs SAR 35.
2. Muvi Cinemas
The ever-popular KSA chain Muvi has five cinemas in Jeddah offering a diverse range of experiences, whether you’re looking for a luxury date night, a family outing or a low-key movie night with friends. Atelier La Vie, Mall of Arabia, Haifa Mall, Yasmin Mall and Aziz Mall all have branches (choose Mall of Arabia if you want to treat yourself to some designer shopping afterwards – Coach, DKNY, Michael Kors and lots of other big-name brands have outlets here).Muvi offers certain films on Screen X, a panoramic, wrap-around cinema screen that extends along the walls of the auditorium for extra-intense visuals.
There are also Muvi Suites available for watching films in a more intimate, luxurious setting. These suites feature cozy double seats, a lounge area and a great food menu with everything from chicken tenders to short rib bao and homemade cheesecake. And for those visiting with kids, the Junior cinema is superb, coming complete with a playroom, slide and sweets station. Muvi also offers sensory adapted sessions on Saturdays, during which house lights are kept on, the volume is lower than usual and adverts aren’t shown. Guests are also allowed to bring in their own snacks. Tickets are available for anyone who finds typical screenings stressful or unsuitable. A standard ticket costs SAR 35.
3. Empire Cinemas
Jeddah’s sole branch of Empire Cinema is in Al Andalus Mall, and is one of the best family-friendly options in the city. The Minis combined screening room and play area is perfect for the youngest members of the family, who can tumble about with the beanbags, ball pits and soft play while the movie is playing. The food menu, featuring chicken strips and hot dogs, burgers and pizza, is very child-friendly too.
As for the adults, those after an enhanced, immersive viewing can opt for the Sphera experience with enhanced sound and lighting, plus screens that wrap around the cinema’s walls. A must-try for the biggest action movies. Visit on Tuesdays to take advantage of Empire Cinema’s Tuesday Offer when you get a cinema ticket, soft drink and popcorn for the price of a standard ticket. A standard ticket costs SAR 35.
4. Grand Cinemas
Head to Obhur Mall for one of Jeddah’s top immersive cinema theatres – MX4D. Rumblers, air blasters, scent diffusers and ticklers are built into the seats in these special screening rooms, so you get a full sensory experience that’s in sync with all the film’s action – a great choice for blockbusters and action movies. Grand Cinemas Obhur also offers a luxury ‘Grand Class’ ticket, a small theatre with just 36 reclining leather armchairs, each equipped with a QR code which you can use to order snacks, drinks or meals throughout the film.
Curl up under the complimentary blankets and enjoy a feel-good flick in a relaxing setting.A trip to Obhur for the cinema is also a great excuse to make the most of the nearby recently developed seaside. After the movie, take a stroll along the corniche or Obhur Waterfront to make the most of the tree-lined walkways, cycling paths, green spaces and seating areas.A standard ticket costs SAR 40.
5. AMC Cinemas
For some of the comfiest seats in town, plenty of snacks and the latest blockbusters, head to the AMC Cinema in Jeddah’s Stars Avenue Mall. Many of the biggest movies shown here can be experienced on the giant IMAX screen for a more intense, immersive experience, as well in the Dolby Cinema halls.AMC is a great choice for those on a budget.
There’s a special offer on Mondays, when all tickets are just SAR 29, plus everyday ‘saver’ packages that include snacks and drinks. If you’re a regular cinema goer, it may also be worth signing up for the AMC Daera loyalty program too – when you spend money on tickets, food and drinks, it allows you to collect points that can be used on freebies and upgrades. A standard ticket starts from SAR 55.
