Cinema UAE - UAE cinema showtimes & bookings

UAE Cinema Showtimes offers movie schedules and online reservations for theaters throughout the United Arab Emirates. Trusted by cinema enthusiasts in the UAE for nearly four years, it is undoubtedly the only comprehensive app you'll need. We ensure you have access to the finest, most thorough, stylish, and user-friendly cinema application available in the UAE.

There’s no requirement to download multiple apps for different theaters or to navigate various websites just to check showtimes and book tickets. This single application encompasses over 50 cinemas located in the United Arab Emirates, covering cities like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Al Ain, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah.

The app provides timings from:

- Novo Cinemas

- Vox Cinemas

- Reel Cinemas

- Cineroyal

- CinemaCity

- Oscar Cinemas

- Star Cinemas

and many others.

Main features of the application include:

- Showtimes and seating reservations available up to three days in advance

- Comprehensive details about each film such as cast, plot summaries, ratings, runtimes, and more in-depth information.

- Attractive and sleek design.

- Options to filter films by language or genre

- Easily locate nearby cinemas using the "Cinemas Near Me" feature.

- Push notifications for upcoming movie releases.

- Simple options to select or change your preferred emirate for enhanced convenience.

- Option to favorite cinemas, allowing your selected venues to appear at the top of listings.

- Click on the map icon in the cinema list to view its precise location.

- Share cinema showtimes with friends on social media platforms.

- Preview upcoming movies and their release dates that are set to hit theaters in the UAE.

Your ongoing suggestions over the past four years have assisted us in enhancing this application, making it the leading cinema app in the UAE. Please continue to share your thoughts. You can find contact options in the "About" section within the app.

UAE Cinema Showtimes: Your Golden Ticket to Effortless Movie Magic

For years, planning a movie night in Dubai felt like coordinating a military operation—scrambling between VOX and Reel Cinema tabs, comparing showtimes on sticky notes, praying seats remained open by checkout. UAE Cinema Showtimes didn’t just simplify this chaos; it transformed cinema-going into pure anticipation. I’ll never forget the Thursday my friends spontaneously craved Dune: Part Two in IMAX: within seconds, I’d filtered by language (English), scanned 7 nearby theaters, and secured center-row seats at Novo Dubai Mall—all while riding the Metro. This app isn’t a tool; it’s your VIP concierge for the silver screen.

What stole my heart was the obsessive curation. The "Cinemas Near Me" GPS isn’t just functional—it saved me from Sharjah traffic hell by rerouting us to a hidden gem in Al Qasba with velvet recliners. Favoriting Reel Cinemas prioritized their luxury pods atop The Beach mall, where sunset views over the Arabian Gulf became our pre-movie ritual. Even small touches dazzle: push notifications for Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes tickets went live as trailers dropped, while the "Upcoming" section fueled dinner debates over Nolan’s next film.

But the true magic? Turning friction into flair. Sharing showtime maps via WhatsApp became a social event ("Meet at Oscar’s lobby fountain!"). The three-day booking window let us orchestrate Oppenheimer marathons across Abu Dhabi’s 4K screens. And when a sandstorm delayed our car, reseating via the app took three taps—no frantic calls to box offices. For UAE’s cinephiles, this isn’t convenience—it’s liberation from logistics, where every notification whispers, "Your next adventure is one tap away."

FAQs

Payment security for online bookings?

All transactions use encrypted UAE-licensed gateways (e.g., Telr, PayFort). Card details never stored.

Real-time seat availability accurate?

Syncs live with theater systems—if you book it, the seat is yours. Updates every 90 seconds.

Includes premium formats (IMAX/4DX)?

Yes! Filter by screen type, dine-in options, or even "VIP" categories across all partner cinemas.

Refunds for last-minute changes?

Varies by theater—app clearly labels cancellation policies (e.g., VOX: 100% refund >2hrs pre-show).

Covers independent/arthouse cinemas?

Yes! CinemaCity’s indie screenings and Cinema Akil’s docu-feasts appear alongside blockbusters.

Offline functionality?

Saved favorites/showtimes accessible offline; bookings require brief connectivity.