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AMC Theatres An Inviting Movie Experience Awaits You at AMC Theaters

Imagine stepping into a world of cinematic wonder, where each visit promises an immersive journey through the magic of storytelling. At AMC Theaters, you'll find a blend of comfort, quality, and entertainment that sets the stage for unforgettable movie moments. While some reviews may highlight occasional technical hiccups or service lapses, the majority echo the sentiment of a delightful movie experience. From the aroma of freshly popped popcorn to the cozy seats that invite you to settle in, AMC Theaters strives to create a welcoming atmosphere for movie buffs of all kinds. Whether you seek the thrill of a blockbuster or the charm of an indie gem, AMC Theaters stands ready to whisk you away into the world of cinema magic. So, why not treat yourself to a cinematic escape at your local AMC Theater and let the silver screen enchant you?

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AMC Theatres The movie theater AMC DINE IN 10 Coral Ridge Fort Lauderdale Florida was disgusting!

I have been going to the AMC Dine In Coral Ridge 10, Fort Lauderdale since it opened many years ago. I am a resident and local business owner (38 years). I went to see the Color Purple last evening and walked in to a disaster of a movie theater. What a shame and disgrace that your management does not keep up with its cleanliness and fix the broken seats. The arm rest was broken off my seat and I noticed other chairs to have the same issue. My seat was wet and was not cleaned properly. I wanted to change seats and noticed many other seats were wet and dirty. I had to wipe down my seat with a paper towel and soap from the men's bathroom before sitting on it. I noticed other people coming in across from us and they also had to wipe down their seats as well. The cushioning in the seats were all compressed and worn out. The vinyl was all cracked. There was a urine and putrid - musty smell throughout the theater and it was also disgusting.

I cannot believe that AMC permits this to happen with their movie theaters in high volume and populated cities. My back was breaking from the poorly cushioned and worn out seating after watching this 2+ hour movie.

I remember a few years ago when AMC installed the new Dine In experience with plush seats. The theater was immaculate back then and everyone I know went and enjoyed their experience. It is sad to see that the AMC experience at least in this Fort Lauderdale theater turned into a dump. I am so disappointed...I had higher expectations for AMC and now I will hesitate to go back to this theater until they clean up their act. I believe it is in the very poor management working in this establishment. Everything in business starts at the management level and how they take care of their business.

When I go to a movie theater in Boca Raton they are immaculate and well maintained.

I am so very disappointed in AMC for letting this happen to this movie theater that is in my neighborhood.

Regards,

A customer,

Mark Silver

www.argentidesignerjewelers.com

[protected]@aol.com

[protected]

Recommendation: Bring cleaning wipes to this theater before you go-- seats are filthy and falling apart.

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  1. Pros
    1. Wide film selection
    2. Premium viewing tech
    3. Loyalty rewards program
    4. Nationwide location access
    5. Comfortable seating options
  1. Cons
    1. Vulnerable to streaming services
    2. High operational costs
    3. Sensitive to economic downturns
    4. Limited diversification of revenue

AMC Theatres Complaints 430

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AMC Theatres Refund food I pay I never got back when I ask for refund

I had order some food after the movie started so I miss some off the movie I pay with my

Debit card and I return to my seat I never received my food l,

After movie I got told it will be back in my card it being a week I haven’t hit anything back,

The Manager told me

I will I haven’t .

Claimed loss: Money and the movie for going put my ores never got it

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So I just started working at AMC THEATERS like 2 weeks ago upon Hiring I let them know I had a disorder and they were fine with it I have a sleeping disorder specifically call Narcolepsy but it's accompanied by cataplexy thi gs are going good u till I fell asleep in the break room a couple of nights ago then that day I received 1 write up about it the next...

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My family and I went to the Owings Mills 17 theater today (5/10/24) to watch the Kung fu panda movie for 10:45am. The front door was lock. Movie was about to start. Workers and manager looking at us and wouldn't open the door. Why have a movie time for 10:45am? I drove a distance & through bad weather to get to this theater. We left. They never opened the door. Very unprofessional!

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Is AMC Theatres Legit?

AMC Theatres earns a trustworthiness rating of 91%

Highly recommended, but caution will not hurt.

Our conclusion: After a detailed review, ComplaintsBoard finds AMC Theatres to be a trustworthy company. Although there's a 6% resolution rate for customer complaints, which deserves attention, AMC Theatres is known for their high standards and safety. If you're thinking about dealing with AMC Theatres, it's wise to check how they handle complaints.

We found clear and detailed contact information for AMC Theatres. The company provides a physical address, 4 phone numbers, and 2 emails, as well as 4 social media accounts. This demonstrates a commitment to customer service and transparency, which is a positive sign for building trust with customers.

AMC Theatres has received positive review on our site. This is a good sign and indicates a safe and reliable experience for customers who choose to work with the company.

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  • While AMC Theatres has a high level of trust, our investigation has revealed that the company's complaint resolution process is inadequate and ineffective. As a result, only 6% of 430 complaints are resolved. The support team may have poor customer service skills, lack of training, or not be well-equipped to handle customer complaints.
  • AMC Theatres protects their ownership data, a common and legal practice. However, from our perspective, this lack of transparency can impede trust and accountability, which are essential for establishing a credible and respected business entity.
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AMC Theatres Guest readmit pass

I bought tickets to see Dune in IMAX at AMC dine in Rio for today 3/3/24 at 12 pm.My order number was [protected] . The audio on the movie was broken as there were no voices. The staff was not able to fix the movie and we all sat there for 15 minutes wondering if they would restart it. No one alerted us to the fact that the movie would not be fixed until we left and went to the front. We were given a guest pass to see another movie. The guest pass says that there will be an extra fee for IMAX which is ridiculous. We were not offered a refund. With the system on the app there is no way to explain this situation to get an IMAX ticket to reserve seats. The employee in charge of projection didn’t even know how to stop the movie. The manager did their best but they were clearly understaffed and ill prepared for a situation like this.

Claimed loss: The cost of 2 IMAX tickets including fees and seat reservations

Desired outcome: I want a refund or if not a refund I want a guarantee that my guest pass will pay the full cost of a new IMAX ticket.

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On Saturday, January 20, 2024, my date and I went to see "Anybody But You" at 4:45 PM in Montgomery Alabama theatre 3. We paid $50 for two tickets, a large popcorn and 2 large drinks. The theatre and my nose was freezing the entire time. I kept on my jacket (and luckily had my gloves in my purse I put on) the entire time. About 8 people came in to watch the...

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My GM walked over to me while I was unaware and positioned himself with his crotch in my face, I notice shoes standing near me and look up and his clothed genitalia was inches within in my face. Shocked, I asked what he was doing and he says I just wanted to see what you would do. This is after being repeatedly asked if I was “dirty minded”. then told, “I...

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AMC Theatres amc refillable popcorn buckets

The refillable popcorn buckets sold each year that are good from Jan 1 to Dec 31 in the year that they are purchased are not usable at all locations. Some AMC theater locations do not accept these popcorn buckets and do not even have an option on the till for purchasing or using them. This fact is not indicated anywhere on the bucket or in the advertising for such, deceiving the customer into believing they are usable anywhere. Fraudulent advertising. Bought a Stubs Alist pass with my local AMC thinking I could also use my popcorn bucket there, but was told they don't accept the bucket at my location by my location.

Claimed loss: $162

Desired outcome: Start honoring your advertising and accept the buckets at all locations or don't sell them at all anywhere!! Or just make it very clear in all advertising that they are only valid at a few locations.

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AMC Theatres AMC Theatres gift cards not accepted at AMC Theater

I have two AMC gift cards for $25.00 each. On 1/7/24 I went to AMC Theatres Mountainside, NJ with the intent of using my gift cards. I was informed that the gift cards I wanted to use were old and no longer valid as explained to me by the theater management. Thus, I had to pay cash to see the movie. The two card numbers are listed as follows: [protected] and [protected]. I would like to get replacement gift cards moving forward. The two cards in question specifically state that the card has no expiration date. Please forward current gift cards to me as soon as possible. My name is Robert E Smith Jr, 701 Greenbrook Road, North Plainfield, NJ 07063. Cell [protected], email: [protected]@yahoo.com. I appreciate your prompt response.

Desired outcome: Replace rejected AMC gift cards with current AMC gift cards

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AMC Theatres AMC online 9640

Somebody used my fathers debit card and stole $80.90 from his account. We talked to the bank and recorded it as fraud as my dad is 90 and doesn't even go to the movies! I want that money refunded back to my father! The date was 11/19/2023. The money was taken from my father's debit card, from his checking account at a bank. He did not authorize this and he doesn't go to movie theaters! Fcfcu called us about it as fraud prevention.

Claimed loss: $80.90

Desired outcome: refund

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First visit at the AMC (wine & dine) theater in Holly Spring NC, on 10/28/23; 3:49pm and purchased tickets at a kiosk because the man that speaks at the register was only accepting people paying cash. I ordered / paid for 2 chicken tender dinners and was told that the food was to be brought to my seat (the whole reason for going here was for thi...

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AMC Theatres Condition of Theater at Arrowhead 14, 7700 West Arrowhead Towne Ctr Suite 1079. Glendale, AZ 85308

I have been an AMC Stubbs Premiere member since 2012. Today I went to AMC Arrowhead to see Hocus Pocus with my daughter at the 2:30 pm showing. The condition of the theater was appalling and frankly unbelievably disgusting to me. The seats are not only worn but have huge rips in the seat backs. Who knows what unsanitary bugs or dirt is hiding in there. This has been my favorite theater for years but to be honest with you I am not sure I will continue to patronize this theater. My suggestion would be to close the viewing areas until you complete a renovation and open them backup as it is completed.

Desired outcome: Renovate theater seats to safe, clean and appropriate seating.

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AMC Theatres Greetings,

I enjoin going to see movies in the Big Screen. The problem now is that people are using cell phones, instead of watching the movie, and ruining it for people in the theater. We visited the AmC in Monterey Park often.

to see the movie about the haunting in Venice which being a mystery you need the audience to be quiet.

The people in front of us didn't stop using there cell phones, which, we had to compliant, and loose time from the Movie.

The Wifi needs to be turned off in all theaters or take cell phones at the door.

People need to know there going to see a movie not using there cell phones and interrupting the movie.

Thank you

Please respond

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Steve Acevedo

Monterey Park

Desired outcome: Hello, A response We left the theater with our refund

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AMC Theatres Cinemark Century @ shoreline , Mountain view, CA

Went to watch a n Indian movie last night 09/09/2023. Cinemark Century, 1500 N Shoreline, Mountain View , they have such disgusting seats. AlLL seats in theatre no. 14 are worn out, arm rests are so frayed, rough and uncomfortable , not to mention sooo unhygienic The manager argued that they get the seats sanitized… which is a lie coz when i walked in the guy was still sweeping and collecting garbage from seats so when do they disinfect ?

In all fairness , I complained and they gave me 2 free tickets and let us watch this one for free but still how is this acceptable ? My arms were chafing the entire 2.5 hrs , the only reason i watched was my friend drove from 45 mins away to come watch with me and we didnt wanna waste the evening… still Disgusted ..! Would they have done this with American folks … i wonder!

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We (wife and myself) went to your Movie House in Baton Rouge, LA on 08/27/2023 around 1843 hours. Tried to see the Meg-2. Was asked to leave before the movie was was done because of an incident the happened either in the lobby or the parking lot. There were several Deputies and Police Officers on the scene and they came in and cleared out everyone (the...

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I honestly refer all my family & friends to AMC theaters but after my experience today, Sunday, August 27, 2023, I'm not sure I will. I am a loyal AMC A list member since 5/8/2011 which I support the company. My daughter & I had a horrible experience today at 5:30 pm with customer service which the employee was rude and lack of communication with customer...

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AMC Theatres food , drink

date 8/22/2023,AMC WAYNE LOCATION,NEW JERSEY 07470

movie watched Rocky aur Rani...audi 10; 2:00pm show,tkt conf [protected]

Popcorn- Initially got stale cold non crispy stuff, upon complaining fresh popcorn was prepared with 12minute of standing over counter missing movie...then popcorn that got handed over were non salted ,blanded ,horrible stuff...pathetic service ever experienced!

Drink - Coke dispenser - Out of stock for original coke flavour, only "iced coke" dispensar working!

Instead of repeated complaints I finally decided to watch movie instead!

By the end of movie i contacted the manager, who offered refill / refund but that is not my idea of getting it.more valuable was my time time and missed movie, wasted energy ,time n money!

Will never order food/drink at this location !

Hope my complaint will be looked into seriously n save other customers!

best,

anu aggarwal

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Due to water on the bathroom floor my cane slipped out from under me. By pure luck I was able to twist my back and catch myself on a black box sticking out of the wall as a man grabbed my left armed keeping me from hitting the floor. Due to a reason back surgery ( my vertebrates were fused together from t10 to the s1 bone making them one bone.) If I would...

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Good morning, Hope this email finds you well. I am reaching out in regards to an issue I'm having retrieving a refund I am owed. On August 1st, 2023 I purchased three tickets for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mania for a 7:15pm show. Some time later we changed our minds and decided to go to the Barbie movie instead. I requested a refund Order #...

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Accused of fraudulent ticket and being disrespectful by security and manager. Location: AMC DINE-IN Ontario Mills 30 I arrived at the self-service kiosk at 7:52PM PST August 19 2023, I checked in with the ticket taker and security was standing behind her I went in for a bit and went out briefly at 8:14PM. Security was still right behind the ticket...

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AMC Theatres Soda machine and women’s restroom

Took my granddaughter to see Barbie at the AMC theatre 12 in Oakbrook Centre in Oakbrook Illinois on Saturday August 12 2023 at the 2:00 pm

Showing. Spent 35.00/tickets and an additional 35.00 for two medium popcorns and 2 sodas Total 70.00.

The soda out of the kiosk machine was out of Diet Coke and also was warm, no ice was provided. The movie itself was fine. However, the woman’s restroom had no

soap available for washing your hands and out of paper towels.

[protected]@sbcglobal.net

Desired outcome: For 70.00 I expected at least a cold drink and the type requested. The bathroom facilities should be an expected outcome. Come on now, in a high end neighborhood the least that could be provided is hand soap.

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AMC Theatres operates a chain of movie theaters across the United States. They offer a variety of films, from blockbuster releases to independent features. Patrons can enjoy enhanced experiences with IMAX and Dolby Cinema, and select locations provide dine-in service. AMC also offers a loyalty program, AMC Stubs, for frequent moviegoers.
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AMC Theatres reviews first appeared on Complaints Board on Jul 2, 2008. The latest review Refund food I pay I never got back when I ask for refund was posted on Jul 14, 2024. The latest complaint IMAX screening was resolved on Jul 17, 2023. AMC Theatres has an average consumer rating of 1 stars from 432 reviews. AMC Theatres has resolved 30 complaints.
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