MoviePass

[LynxFX]

That guy seems to be pretty reasonable in his assessments.

How I see things playing out. MP removes the unlimited and puts in the restriction of 4 per month for everyone. Price remains at $10/mo. Maybe an increase of a couple bucks but they don't make money from subscription so I don't see that happening. Definitely not the $30-$40 people are suggesting.

They already had their service at a much higher amount and what it showed is that you don't get a ton of customers that way. You get the diehard, must see every movie people, but not the casual film goer. Marketshare and number of users is the only way they'll make money on backend deals and keeping the price at a point where people will buy it even if they only see 1 movie is in their best interest.

[HorrorBlu]

Even $9.95 for four movies a month is an incredible deal.

The latest Facebook ad I saw is advertising one movie per week. If they do limit it, I hope they go with four movies per month as opposed to one per week. Every once in a while (like next weekend, April 27th, for example) we get a dud weekend where I'll have nothing to use it on.

[MazeRunner]

Originally Posted by HorrorBlu

Even $9.95 for four movies a month is an incredible deal.

The latest Facebook ad I saw is advertising one movie per week. If they do limit it, I hope they go with four movies per month as opposed to one per week. Every once in a while (like next weekend, April 27th, for example) we get a dud weekend where I'll have nothing to use it on.

I just saw that ad too. The comments are all negative. And the official website doesn't even tell you it's only 4 movies per month now.

[Groot]

Originally Posted by MazeRunner

I just saw that ad too. The comments are all negative. And the official website doesn't even tell you it's only 4 movies per month now.

It does, literally, on the very front page.

[Destinys Memory]

Originally Posted by MazeRunner

I just saw that ad too. The comments are all negative. And the official website doesn't even tell you it's only 4 movies per month now.

Right under "Get Started" there, chief.

*Offer includes four movies a month with MoviePass and an extended, free 3-month iHeartRadio All-Access trial.
Only available to new subscribers. Will be billed for the full three month plan at sign-up, then billed quarterly afterwards.

[eightslicesofpie]

Originally Posted by jacobsever

I kinda hope that they raise the price to $30-$40/month.

Browsing the MoviePass subreddit, I was blown away, and kind of annoyed with how many people bought MoviePass that didn't visit the theater much before.

"I only went to the theater 2-3 times a year before MoviePass, now I go all the time."

That bothers me. I went to the theater at least once a week before MoviePass. To me, MoviePass is simply saving me money. It's not making me go to the theater any more often. MoviePass is unsustainable because of the sheer amount of people using it. And most of these people don't even truly care about going to the theater. Or else they would be going to the theater with or without MoviePass. If they up the price to $30-$40 a month, a majority of those users will back out, and MoviePass should level off with their income vs spending.

I definitely already went to the movies most weekends before moviepass so it's saving me a lot of money in that way, but it is getting me to go to the movies more as well. Without it I wouldn't have gone to see Menashe or Blockers or A Fantastic Woman or Molly's Game or w/e else, I would've just waited on them. Also would've never gone to a second viewing of Blade Runner or Disaster Artist, if I like something I always just wait for it to be out on bluray to watch it again.

[cinemaphile]

Originally Posted by HorrorBlu

Even $9.95 for four movies a month is an incredible deal.

The latest Facebook ad I saw is advertising one movie per week. If they do limit it, I hope they go with four movies per month as opposed to one per week. Every once in a while (like next weekend, April 27th, for example) we get a dud weekend where I'll have nothing to use it on.

I agree. I could tolerate it going to 4 movies a month, but not if it restricts it by week. Some weekends 3 movies release I want to see and then there's nothing for a a few weeks.

[MazeRunner]

Originally Posted by Groot

It does, literally, on the very front page.

[musicman1]

My city finally got imax so I find myself going to see movies on that screen. My MoviePass has gotten me to see a couple of movies I would have normally waited for. Overall I see 3 or 4 movies a month but I did go a month without seeing anything.

Problem with moviepass is I have to arrange my movie viewing time on movies that are eligible...meaning no Dolby Atmos screenings since they consider that “premium”. It shouldn’t be a problem since the movie theaters charge the same amount if it’s not.

Moviepass is right about their customers spending more money on concessions with their service. I buy 12-15 dollars worth every time I use it. Since I spend my own money on imax movies —- meaning I’ll watch 2 of my 3 or 4 visits per month it’s not worth me continuing my subscription.

I think the movie theaters are enjoying (except AMC) the increased concession revenue coming from moviepass subscribers and will miss it if Moviepass dies.

[Leonidas King]

Cobb Theaters just raised their prices. Took the surprise today when purchasing a ticket.

[Destinys Memory]

Originally Posted by Leonidas_King

Cobb Theaters just raised their prices. Took the surprise today when purchasing a ticket.

Cobb was absorbed by CMX Cinemas, an upscale movie theater chain. Prices will continue to go up as they transition locations.

https://www.cmxcinemas.com/

Originally Posted by CMX Cinemas

the CMX luxury concept offers moviegoers the ultimate upscale and relaxing experience with its high end décor, oversized reclining seats, in-seat as well as Grab & Go gourmet dining options and an exceptional assortment of wines and handcrafted cocktails made to order by a top mixologist in a well-appointed lounge and bar area. CMX brings the cinematic experience to any portable device through its extensive easy to use geo-targeted application, allowing customers to pre-purchase tickets and order food.

[Leonidas King]

*Check's site*

*See's location prices*

*$25-$27 per ticket even for Matinee showings*

Me:

[MazeRunner]

Originally Posted by Destinys Memory

Cobb was absorbed by CMX Cinemas, an upscale movie theater chain. Prices will continue to go up as they transition locations.

https://www.cmxcinemas.com/

I've been waiting for CMX to open their theatre in the Mall Of America. They've been remodeling it for 2 years now.

[Batman1980]

Only 4 times a month is still worth it but not surprised they took that measure.

[MazeRunner]

Every post MoviePass makes on their FB is filled with negative comments and people complaining their cards didn't work lmao

[steve_dave]

Originally Posted by Batman1980

Only 4 times a month is still worth it but not surprised they took that measure.

Only for those on the iHeartRadio All Access bundle plan.

Subscribers who prepaid a year or pay $9.95/month still have a movie a day.

[shrex]

Originally Posted by Leonidas_King

*Check's site*

*See's location prices*

*$25-$27 per ticket even for Matinee showings*

Me:

Yeah dude..We have an iPic theater in town and its just about the same price.

$16 for a matinee in a non-reclining leather seat without food services.

$25 ($16+$9 VIP fee lol) for a reclining leather seat with a waiter/waitress.

They do have pretty good food deals on football days though. 50 cent wing specials and $2 beers. But I won't see a movie there. I have a Regal within a half a mile that has nice new reclining leather seats.

[MazeRunner]

Originally Posted by steve_dave

Subscribers who prepaid a year or pay $9.95/month still have a movie a day.

..for now.

[steve_dave]

Originally Posted by MazeRunner

..for now.

They won't drop the movie a day...

When the three months ends for the iHeartRadio subscribers, they can convince them to stay using "a movie a day" line. This promotion heavily favors iHeartRadio and locks out new potential subscribers due to the restrictions of the promotion. The original "movie a day" plan will more than likely return either by the end of April or beginning of May

[MazeRunner]

Originally Posted by steve_dave

They won't drop the movie a day...

When the three months ends for the iHeartRadio subscribers, they can convince them to stay using "a movie a day" line. This promotion heavily favors iHeartRadio and locks out new potential subscribers due to the restrictions of the promotion. The original "movie a day" plan will more than likely return either by the end of April or beginning of May

I don't think it will, but